- 'Vanderpump Rules' is taking a break
- The show will not be shooting or airing this summer
- Andy Cohen has revealed the reasons
In a surprising twist that's got fans buzzing, Bravo's reality TV gem 'Vanderpump Rules' is hitting the pause button this summer, according to the network's own Andy Cohen. Amidst the aftermath of "Scandoval" and back-to-back intense seasons, this break could be the perfect recipe for reinvigorating the cast and the show's dynamic storylines.
Let's look at the drama and discover why this hiatus might just be what the reality TV doctor ordered!
The drama takes a break
Going inside the world of glitz, glam, and non-stop drama that is 'Vanderpump Rules,' a summer without cameras seems almost unthinkable. Yet, according to Bravo's Andy Cohen, this might be the best move yet for the reality show stalwart.
Speaking on SiriusXM’s 'Andy Cohen Live', the Bravo bigwig shared insights into the decision to let the 'Pump Rules' cast have a summer off the grid.
"We would say, ‘You know what, let’s put cameras down for four or five months and come back to them,'" Cohen revealed, hinting at a strategy that's worked wonders for other shows in the Bravo universe.
After two rollercoaster seasons dominated by the explosive "Scandoval" saga, insiders suggest the cast needs time to "decompress."
And who can blame them? With the affair between Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss shaking the very foundations of the show, a breather seems not just wise but necessary.
Cohen himself noted the intense filming schedule, with Season 11 rolling almost immediately after Season 10 wrapped, leaving little room for the cast to process, heal, and move on.
Highlighting the emotional toll, Cohen spoke candidly about Ariana Madix, the heartbroken party in the Scandoval drama.
"People forget that we picked up cameras like three months after she found out about that affair," Cohen pointed out, shedding light on why Madix's wounds are still fresh for viewers.
This break could be crucial for her and others ensnared in the show's recent tumultuous events to find their footing again.
While the 'Pump Rules' cameras are off, the stars aren't just kicking back. Ariana Madix is set to host 'Love Island USA,' and Lisa Vanderpump is busy with 'Vanderpump Villa.' As for when the 'Pump Rules' crew will return to our screens, that remains a tantalizing mystery.
But one thing's for sure: the break is stirring up anticipation and could lead to some fresh, fiery storylines when the show makes its comeback.
In the high-octane world of reality TV, sometimes a pause can be the most powerful play. For 'Vanderpump Rules,' this summer's hiatus is a chance for cast and crew to recharge, regroup, and return with even more of the drama and delights that fans can't get enough of.
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Fans will be wondering when the show will pick up with the same energy and intensity as it has had in recent times. In any case, it won't be long before the family is back on screen entertaining the masses.
Stay tuned, because when 'Pump Rules' hits play again, it promises to be worth the wait!
