Tom Sandoval appeared ready to make another Bravo detour, this time toward The Valley. The reality star admitted he could join the series after Danny Booko and Nia Sanchez departed.
Sandoval had plenty of connections within the remaining cast. He also explained why viewers rarely saw him around the group despite those friendships.
Tom Sandoval is considering The Valley as the Bravo show loses two cast members
Us Weekly reported that Sandoval, 44, remained open to joining The Valley. He discussed the possibility on September 12 while attending the Celebrity Travel Lounge. “I mean, I think I would be open to it,” Sandoval told the publication. He quickly doubled down, adding, “I think I’d be open to it.”
Sandoval had already known several The Valley cast members for years. His connections included Zack Wickham, Jesse Lally, Jason Caperna, Janet Caperna, Luke Broderick and Jasmine Goode. Former Vanderpump Rules star Tom Schwartz also remained part of his inner circle. Lala Kent and Schwartz joined The Valley during its third season.
Sandoval said his limited appearances around the group came down to one simple preference. “I like my privacy,” he told the outlet. Meanwhile, Danny and Nia confirmed their departure on September 1. The couple faced criticism over Danny’s behavior on the show. Viewers particularly questioned his drinking and treatment of Nia.
The couple had married in 2015 and shared four children. Their joint Instagram statement emphasized family over another season of reality television. “We will not be returning to The Valley,” they wrote. They also said their priority involved “protecting our peace and our family.”
The departure followed several cast changes across the Bravo universe. Jax Taylor had already left after season two amid his contentious divorce. The third season then brought former Vanderpump Rules stars Lala and Schwartz into the mix. Sandoval first entered the Bravo orbit during Vanderpump Rules’ inaugural season in 2013. His complicated history with the franchise made a move to The Valley an especially natural fit.
He also offered a glimpse into his friendship with Schwartz. “Me and Schwartz are doing great,” Sandoval said, noting that they recently spent time together. He said Schwartz and girlfriend Kiana Carroll visited his home. Sandoval made cocktails, and the trio enjoyed the evening. All three seasons of The Valley are available to stream on Peacock.
