Tom Sandoval has responded to fan theories suggesting he was experiencing withdrawal symptoms during his time on the reality competition show “The Traitors.” The “Vanderpump Rules” alum addressed the issue after Chrishell Stause made a comment on “Watch What Happens Live” regarding his behavior on the show. Sandoval criticized Stause’s remarks, labeling them as “f—ed up” and mean-spirited. He explained the real reasons behind his excessive sweating during the filming, stating that the environment in the castle was extremely hot and that he was wearing a thick wool sweater.
“The castle was really hot, I was not feeling well,” he said, adding that many cast members were surviving on limited sleep and copious amounts of coffee. Reflecting on his performance in the game, Sandoval mentioned that despite many misconceptions and wrong accusations, he felt he played a good game. “I really felt like I was in my element,” he said.
“I felt like it was meant to be. I worked hard in the challenges and tried my hardest to figure out who the Traitors were.”
Sandoval remarked on the edit he received on “The Traitors” compared to “Vanderpump Rules.” He found the portrayal humorous and noted that while everyone had various theories about who the Traitors were, the show effectively captured his suspicions. “It’s a very different show — we’re there to play a game, have fun, it’s campy,” he added.
Sandoval critiques Stause’s comments
Addressing his interactions with Stause, Sandoval admitted that he initially hit it off with her but felt betrayed by her subsequent actions. “We totally hit it off and were just having fun,” he said.
However, he felt Stause’s demeanor changed, and she began to make the competition personal, which he found inappropriate. “I just thought it was in poor taste,” he remarked. In a confessional, Sandoval mentioned he felt valued and respected by other players despite the show’s adversarial nature.
“I feel like I did contribute,” he emphasized. He expressed satisfaction in bringing joy to the screen, regardless of whether people were laughing with him or at him. Sandoval stands by his actions and choices throughout the show, opting to remain faithful rather than deceitful.
His reflective yet critical response to the allegations and his co-star’s criticism underlines his commitment to maintaining his integrity, both on and off the screen.