VANDERPUMP Rules star Raquel Leviss has announced plans to launch a podcast.
The Bravo celebrity has been laying low, seeking treatment for mental health and avoiding the spotlight in the wake of news she had an affair with co-star Tom Sandoval.
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The former Vanderpump Rules star, now going by her birth name of Rachel, announced that she’s debuting a podcast called Rachel Goes Rogue.
She plans to drop her first episode in January 2024, though she has yet to share an exact date.
The podcast will be executive produced by iHeartPodcasts, Bethenny Frankel – a former Real Housewives of New York star – and the Just B Podcast Network.
The 29-year-old ex-reality star shared the news on her Instagram feed, as well as the new feed of her forthcoming podcast.
She did not share any additional details about Rachel Goes Rogue.
Reactions to the news were split.
Her remaining fans were elated for her, celebrating the podcast release in the comments.
Critics, however, accused her of attention-seeking and slammed her.
One supporter wrote: “Glad to see this girl! Keep that head high!”
A hater, meanwhile, bashed: “Never everyone needs a damn podcast!!!!”
Another joked: “Girl you already went rogue.”
“Are people actually going to listen to her? She’s probably the worst friend anyone could have…,” a fourth commenter wondered.
Someone else chimed in: “Omg why??? Seriously enough with the podcasts.”
“Not the one who can’t form a full sentence having a podcast,” a sixth critic slammed.
Another hater reacted with: “Too much time has passed. The story is doneeeeee.”
Someone else appeared to agree, writing: “I think this ship has sailed tbh people don’t care anymore.”
SHADING SANDOVAL
Rachel has, for the most part, kept tight-lipped in the wake of the scandal.
She appeared on a portion of the Vanderpump Rules Season 10 reunion, addressing her part in the drama before leaving.
After the show, she fled to Arizona, where she sought treatment for her mental health.
In October, the former pageant competitor resurfaced to throw shade at her former fling.
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She took to her Instagram Story where she made a shady statement directed at Tom while selling off some of the items from their sordid affair.
In one short clip she said she was trying to “let go” of things that “don’t serve her anymore.”
She then revealed that she came upon a few items that “triggered” her while she was doing a closet cleanout.
Rachel shared with followers that she was creating a fundraiser for World Mental Health Day, selling the items she referenced.
She also revealed that all proceeds from the sale will benefit NAMI, the National Association of Mental Illness.
The former VPR star listed several TomTom Hoodies and her infamous lightning bolt necklace for sale.
Bravo fans got into a wild bidding war on eBay over the items, with the hoodies alone bringing in more than $7,000.
The necklace raised upwards of $2,000.
MAKING MOVES
Raquel isn’t the only person involved in this scandal who’s cashing in with a podcast.
Tom announced on social media that he was launching a podcast called Everybody Loves Tom.
In his post, he shared three videos with no sound that teased what’s to come on the show.
The first clip showed the TV personality talking to someone while eating a burrito and drinking a Starbucks drink.
The second clip featured a montage of popular TV shows, celebrities, and fans talking badly about Tom.
Jennifer Lawrence and Amy Schumer on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, along with hosts from The View, were featured in the video.
Tom captioned the post: “The past 7 months have been wild, but – today I’m so excited to announce my brand new podcast, ‘Everybody Loves Tom.’
“I’ll be talking with my friends and celebs about EVERYTHING from my personal life to fashion, music, mixology, BTS of VPR & Special Forces, and lots more.
“Every Thursday on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Join the PATREON for the most extras! (Link in Bio).”
Fans were quick to slam him in the comments, with one writing: “And the award for the most unselfaware person goes to.”
Meanwhile his ex, Ariana Madix, continues to thrive.
She has appeared on Dancing With the Stars and landed several other brand deals in the wake of the scandal.
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