AN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA: 'Vanderpump Rules' star Tom Sandoval took to Instagram to post a teaser from Fox's 'Special Forces: The World's Toughest Test' Season 2 in which he can be seen with a bloody nose.
In the teaser, Sandoval can be heard saying, "I want to get punished," which might hint at him trying to repent for cheating on Ariana Madix.
"It was such an honor to be a part of this amazing experience. I was pushed physically, mentally and emotionally beyond what I thought I was capable of. An a** kicking like this was just what I needed at this time in my life," wrote the TV star in the caption of his Instagram post.
Internet reacts to Tom Sandoval's presence in 'Special Forces: The World's Toughest Test' Season 2
Several users flocked to the post, expressing their disapproval of Sandoval and his claims.
One user commented, "Bring back the dislike button."
Another user remarked, "The fact that this won’t even be your most embarrassing endeavor is shocking," with one adding, "Could you be anymore despicable."
"I will not be watching the next season because of you @tomsandoval1 - you’re self centered and vile," wrote a user, who was clearly frustrated with Sandoval.
One more expressed, "Did you fake cry like you always do with your dreadful acting?" showing their distaste.
Why are people boycotting 'Vanderpump Rules' star Tom Sandoval's restaurants?
After Tom Sandoval's affair with co-star Raquel Leviss came to light, 'Vanderpump Rules' fans have been boycotting Tom Sandoval's restaurant TomTom and Schwartz & Sandy's, along with reviewing his assets negatively, in solidarity with Ariana Madix, his long-time partner.
Some have even started a virtual mobilization to allegedly ensure that new customers do not visit these restaurants as their owner has been accused of infidelity, as per The Daily Beast.
What did Ariana Madix say about her relationship with Tom Sandoval?
Ariana Madix recently opened up about her relationship with Sandoval and coming to terms with his affair with Leviss. She said Sandoval deprived her of the essential "intimacy" she expected from him, as per PEOPLE Magazine.
Speaking about discovering her partner's affair, Madix mentioned that she was in such shock that she did not immediately feel much grief. Moreover, she added that coming to terms with the affair was especially difficult since she had been under the impression that the two of them would stay together forever.
What is 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test' Season 2 all about?
Fox's 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test' is all set to return for its second season. The show gathers celebrities from all walks of life and makes them sign up for demanding training exercises supervised by directing staff agents, an elite group of former special forces operatives.
The only way for the celebrity recruits to leave the show is either due to injury, of their own accord, or as directed by the agents. In the show's second season, the participants are about to brave the harsh reality of winter warfare across the mountains of New Zealand.
Cast of the 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test' Season 2
The second season of the 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test' has a formidable cast that includes reality TV stars Savannah Chrisley and Tom Sandoval.
Along with that, the show features Robert Horry, Tara Reid, Nick Viall, Kelly Rizzo, Jack Osbourne, Tyler Cameron, Brian Austin Green, JoJo Siwa and Blac Chyna. NFL veteran Dez Bryant, alpine ski racer Bode Miller, and speed skater Erin Jackson will also be part of the adventurous journey.
Who is Tom Sandoval?
Tom Sandoval has been one of the chief cast members of Bravo's reality TV series Vanderpump Rules' since the show first aired in January 2013. He is a former model and has also worked as a bartender.
Currently, Sandoval co-owns the TomTom Restaurant & Bar, located in West Hollywood. He was in a relationship with Ariana Madix from 2014 to 2023 until his alleged affair came to light.