Rachel 'Raquel' Leviss Reflects on Scandalous 2023, Vows to Be a Better Friend in 2024

The 'Vanderpump Rules' star, who was embroiled in a public affair with co-star Tom Sandoval, seeks a fresh start after a tumultuous year and a stint in a mental health treatment facility.

Rachel 'Raquel' Leviss, a star of the reality TV show 'Vanderpump Rules', has publicly reflected on her tumultuous 2023, which was marked by a scandalous affair with co-star Tom Sandoval, who was in a long-term relationship with Ariana Madix at the time.
Leviss' affair, dubbed 'Scandoval', was exposed in March 2023 and led to her life becoming 'unmanageable', prompting her to seek help and enter a mental health treatment facility.
Leviss has expressed gratitude for the support she received during her 'darkest days' and has vowed to be a better friend in 2024.
Leviss will not be returning for the 11th season of 'Vanderpump Rules', which is set to premiere on January 30.
Despite the scandal, both Leviss and Sandoval have continued to pursue their careers, with Leviss launching a podcast called 'Rachel Goes Rogue' and Sandoval starting his own podcast and touring with his band.