Lisa Vanderpump Confirms Raquel Leviss’ Exit From Pump Rules

Lisa Vanderpump throws shade at her former RHOBH co-stars

Lisa Vanderpump has confirmed that Raquel Leviss will not be returning to Vanderpump Rules.

After months of speculation on whether or not Raquel Leviss would return for another season of Vanderpump Rules, Bravo fans finally have their answer.

On Thursday, Lisa Vanderpump confirmed that Raquel Leviss would not be back for season 11 of Vanderpump Rules.

“When she was in the facility, her team texted and emailed us,” Lisa Vanderpump told TMZ. “We wanted to make sure she was in a good place first, and I was going to do a one-on-one with her.”

Vanderpump Rules cast: Raquel Leviss, Scheana Shay, Ariana Madix, Tom Sandoval, Lisa Vanderpump, Tom Schwartz, Lala Kent, Katie Maloney.

“She talked about it [coming back]. Her team reached out, but in the end, I think she decided not to. The cast don’t really believe anything she says, so there’s no point in her [return],” the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum added.

When questioned about why Raquel wouldn’t be returning to Pump Rules, Lisa quipped: “I don’t know. I don’t really understand anything she does.”

This news comes in the wake of Raquel’s bombshell interview with Bethenny Frankel on her Just B podcast.

Lisa Vanderpump at TomTom

During part two of Raquel’s sitdown with Bethenny, she claimed that Tom Sandoval was offered a producer credit for season 11 of Vanderpump Rules as a reward for Scandoval.

“I think he was being rewarded for the Scandoval of it all,” Raquel claimed. “He’s not technically a producer. He’s been on the series from day one, Season 1.”

“I don’t know if I’m even able to disclose this information, but he did tell me during negotiations for Season 11 that he was offered a producer credit for Season 11,” she added.

However, Lisa Vanderpump laughed off Raquel’s claims about Sandoval being a producer for season 11, calling the accusation “hilarious.”

Lisa Vanderpump and Tom Sandoval

“No, he’s not going to be a producer. I’m the executive producer and creator of the show, and I never heard that before. But I don’t really understand anything she says,” she continued.

Vanderpump Rules will return to Bravo for season 11 in 2024.

Are you surprised Raquel isn’t returning to VPR? Sound off in the comments!

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6 comments

Jshappyday August 18, 2023 - 8:16 pm
I have been a very vocal defender of Lisa V. for years and while in no way defend all of Rachel actions I would have like to see Lisa advocate on these area especially and I am disappointed as executive producer she didn’t . In fact she’s doubling down on Rachel while letting Tom skate since he is her business partner . It is disappointing to watch.- - 1.taping a sexual act on her show without consent and then sharing it amongst the cast is absolutely offensive, crosses every line and will never, ever be tolerated again no matter the circumstances and the cast members. 2. Say she should have stepped in with Andy in some manned during the reunion to monitor the tone and language where it went too far at times. A reunion is supposed to be Q & A and discussion, not complete pile on. This one missed the mark.
Tee August 20, 2023 - 5:08 pm
I agree JS, and I too was a defender of LVP, however there were a few times lately where I also questioned her actions. All of what you said above plus she told Raquel that Oliver was separated (unsure if he actually was or not) but it kind of looked (to me) that she was pushing Raquel to hook up with Oliver. I really don't think it was LVP's place to get involved, especially with her much younger staff's business? I found it a bit creepy, I expect she prob. thought it would increase the ratings but I was disappointed in LVP getting involved!
Steve August 18, 2023 - 3:15 pm
I have to say i am surprised. I figured Bravo would pay her price since she would be the only thing that makes the season. Now it's going to be another very boring season. Good for Rachel for holding out and then walking away when she did not get what she wanted/deserved.
Zap It August 18, 2023 - 12:48 pm
I knew Leviss would bear the brunt of this. The woman always does. LVP should be ashamed of herself. She had an entire cast turn on her too and it's not a great thing to have done to you. Arianna and Tom have made a fortune off this. Perhaps this was a set up from the start. Not nice.
PjC August 18, 2023 - 6:50 pm
They played Rachel as a fool (She can take that blame) and Tom and the cast are just creepy predators. Who records indecent FaceTimes?, Just gross and speaks to Toms real personality. Prev. So Sus.
Watcher August 18, 2023 - 10:30 am
What people overlooked was that she said Sandoval told her this. We know Sandoval is a liar as well and he loves to make himself more important than he is. I actually believe this. LVP missed this important point and she normally takes up for the boys on the show so it could be intentional.
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