Ariana Madix is addressing the recent drama surrounding her friendship with Vanderpump Rules Co-star Scheana Shay.
During Tuesday See what happens live With Andy Cohenthe reality TV star discussed Shay’s offensive comments during the current season of the popular Bravo series.
“During filming, I definitely wasn’t aware of a lot of things that were being said behind my back,” Madix admitted. “I love Scheana very much, but a lot of the things that were said were hurtful. Specifically, it’s hard to pinpoint anything; it’s just kind of the general attitude toward me that I’ve seen that is quite hurtful.”
Madix’s revelation sheds light on the behind-the-scenes tensions that often simmer beneath the surface of reality television. Despite their close on-screen friendship, it appears there may be unresolved issues between Madix and Shay.
Host Andy Cohen also delved into the dynamics of their relationship, highlighting a moment between Shay and Madix’s former partner, Tom Sandoval. Cohen highlighted how Sandoval lent Scheana money at a crucial time in her life, showing the depth of their friendship.
Madix, reflecting on the incident, stated his support for Sandoval’s decision to help Scheana in her time of need. “I was around and supported Tom by giving Scheana money,” she said.
During Tuesday’s episode in Vanderpump RulesMadix tells her friends a big reason why she still lives in the house she owns with her ex, Sandovaleven after his affair with Rachel Levis.
“I’m dealing with this with my lawyer,” she says, before denying that she raised money thanks to sponsorship deals after Sandoval’s case. “The internet thinks I made millions of dollars. That’s not true.”
Before Scandalthe fan-coined term for Sandoval’s case, Ariana admitted she wasn’t “financially prepared to move.”
“Literally a week before all this happened, I remember emailing my agent and my manager and saying, ‘Guys, let’s really start trying to get some shit done because I’m not in a good place financially. ‘”, she said.
Vanderpump Rules airs Tuesdays on Bravo.