Are Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz really the guys to talk about cheating? Well, in a way the Vanderpump Rules stars have the right experience for the job…
06.12.2023 - 15:45 / variety.com
Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter “Vanderpump Rules” star Ariana Madix will make her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in “Chicago.” She will play the blond-haired ingenue, the one whose name is on everybody’s lips, for an eight-week limited engagement from Jan. 29 through March 24 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Madix steps into a role previously played by Gwen Verdon and Ann Reinking. Musical theater chops have not been a requirement to play Roxie; the Broadway production has tended to lean into stunt casting over the years with Brooke Shields, Ashlee Simpson, Melanie Griffith, “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” staple Erika Jayne and Pamela Anderson also bringing the ol’ razzle dazzle to the part.
The casting comes as Madix’s real life has played out in the headlines during the reality TV scandal dubbed the #Scandoval. In early March, she caught her long-time boyfriend Tom Sandoval cheating with one of her close friends and “Vanderpump” co-star, Raquel Leviss.
In the aftermath, Madix has warmed up to the stage, recently competing on “Dancing With the Stars.” She also scored several brand endorsements, a Lifetime movie role and appeared as a guest on “Love Island.” Madix, who is 38 and from Florida, previously told Glamour magazine that she moved to New York City after college to be on Broadway. She spent years as a bartender and hostess before becoming a cast member on the Bravo series “Vanderpump Rules.” With the recent “Phantom of the Opera” closure, “Chicago” is the longest-running musical on Broadway.
The classic show, from Kander and Ebb/Bob Fosse, centers on Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, two merry murderesses who try to leverage their celebrity as they await trial in jail. Director Rob Marshall adapted it for the
.Are Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz really the guys to talk about cheating? Well, in a way the Vanderpump Rules stars have the right experience for the job…
Rachel Leviss is ready to tell her full side of the story when it comes to Scandoval — just not on Season 11 of Vanderpump Rules. And for fans disappointed she won’t be returning to the show, you apparently can blame Ariana Madix for that!
EXCLUSIVE: Olivia Holt (Totally Killer), Connor Swindells (Barbie), Lucy Punch (Motherland) and Peter Serafinowicz (Guardians of the Galaxy) are in production in London on Jingle Bell Heist, a new rom-com that Michael Fimognari (To All the Boys franchise) is directing for ACE Entertainment.
Is Ariana Madix the real reason she and Tom Sandoval haven’t stopped fighting over their home for MONTHS after breaking up?!
his longtime love, Ariana Madix, with their friend and co-star Raquel Leviss. However, Sandoval is now admitting that he was completely in love with Leviss and that he had hoped to continue their relationship after the drama unfolded.During an appearance on the “Two T’s in a Pod” podcast, Tom Sandoval opened up about his feelings for Raquel Leviss. The “Masked Singer” contestant admitted that he fell hard for Leviss and he wanted to fight to have a relationship for her following “Scandoval” and his split with Ariana Madix.“I stopped drinking.
Is Lala Kent picking up on some bad vibes with Ariana Madix’s boyfriend?!
Gear up, Vanderpump Rules fans… it’s going to be a bumpy 11th season.
Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval are STILL fighting over that house!
Scheana Shay and Lala Kent are getting shady this holiday season!
Tom Sandoval is opening up about the end of his relationship with Raquel Leviss (who now goes by the name Rachel).
Ariana Madix and fans aren’t going to like hearing this….
Ariana Madix is making MASSIVE career moves!
Lisa Vanderpump is in awe of everything Ariana Madix has accomplished since Scandoval — but especially for Dancing With the Stars!
Ariana Madix carries a hot drink while leaving the Live with Kelly and Mark studios on Wednesday (December 6) in New York City.
Ariana Madix isn’t holding back!
Tom Sandoval is spending time with a model!
Rachel “Raquel” Leviss has returned to the red carpet.
Ariana Madix is sharing more details about Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss‘ affair.
Ariana Madix. The two split after Sandoval admitted to cheating on Madix with her close friend and their co-star, Rachel Leviss. However, Sandoval is now making a big request of fans as Season 11 of the show is set to return in January 2024 to continue playing out the “Scandoval” drama.Tom Sandoval has admitted several times that he was wrong for cheating on Ariana Madix with Rachel Leviss.
The fences are starting to mend in the Vanderpump Rules universe!