Tom Sandoval Reacts to Vanderpump Rules Cast Shakeup in Season 12

Tom Sandoval gave his public response to the recent Vanderpump Rules cast shakeup.

In a long and emotional Instagram post, Sandoval, 42, responded to the Tuesday, Nov. 26, announcement that the popular Bravo reality show. will return for season 12 with a new cast.

The reality star wrote that he was “overwhelmed with so many emotions”, alongside a throwback photo carousel from his 11 seasons on the show, including cast photos, behind-the-scenes shots and photos of Sandoval's many costumes throughout the series.

“The incredible series of events that brought this group together still blows my mind to this day,” Sandoval wrote in his post on Saturday, Nov. 30, referring to how some of the main cast members met while working as servants at SUR.

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“From a chance meeting with Jax while modeling in Miami, to answering a Craigslist ad for another Tom looking for a roommate,” she continued. “Who would have thought that a stop along the way while chasing our dreams would turn into the cultural phenomenon that it is Vanderpump Rules.”

He added that “they were not aware of the effect this show would have on our lives.”

“The foundation of Vanderpump Rules was built on pure honest emotions, “wrote the musician and restaurateur, who was the subject of the biggest scandal of the show, known as Scandoval. During Season 10, viewers saw the public breakdown of Sandoval and his longtime girlfriend. Ariana Madix after it was revealed that she had been having an affair with a cast member Rachel “Raquel” Leviss.

Sandoval further described the last 11 seasons of VPR like a “roller coaster”.

After thanking those involved in the show, he took a moment to write a word to the show's dedicated fan base.

“Most importantly, to every fan, THANK YOU ALL for believing (in) us and being part of this 12-year journey,” he wrote. “It's hard to put into words what I feel now. As in life, so much has happened over the years.”

While Sandoval didn't directly address the drama of Seasons 10 and 11, he did drop some hints.

“Some of my past decisions have led to incredibly challenging times, from which I have learned valuable lessons and experienced personal growth,” he wrote. “Despite the difficulties, I am filled with gratitude for the learning experience and forever grateful for all the memories.”

While no new cast members have been announced for the upcoming season, a press release from Bravo stated that Vanderpump Rules Season 12 will consist of “a new group of united SURvers who are as intricately involved with each other as their iconic predecessors.”