Tom Sandoval is an American reality TV star, actor, musician, and businessman. He became popular through the Bravo series Vanderpump Rules, where he worked as a bartender and later became a main cast member. His relationships and dramatic moments—especially the 2023 “Scandoval” controversy—made him a household name.
Born on July 7, 1983, in St. Louis, Missouri, Tom has done many things in his career, from acting in movies to performing with his band Tom Sandoval & The Most Extras. He also owns restaurants and has written a cocktail book. In 2025, he was seen on The Traitors season three and even auditioned for America’s Got Talent.
Tom Sandoval Wiki/Bio
| Full Name | Thomas Anthony Sandoval |
| Date of Birth | July 7, 1983 |
| Age (as of 2025) | 42 years |
| Profession | Reality TV Star, Actor, Musician, Entrepreneur |
| Hometown | St. Louis, Missouri, USA |
| Current City | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Nationality | American (Mexican-American ethnicity) |
| @tomsandoval1 |
Early Life
Tom Sandoval was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, in a middle-class Mexican-American family. His parents, Anthony Sandoval and Terri Green, divorced when he was still a child. He grew up with one brother, Brian, and a sister named Katie.
Tom was always interested in performing. In third grade, he won a talent show by dancing and lip-syncing. He later got involved in drama and music while studying at Hazelwood West High School. Inspired by his mother’s strength—she was a firefighter—Tom developed a bold and confident personality.
After high school, he studied acting at the University of Central Florida but later moved to New York City and then Los Angeles to pursue modeling and acting full-time.
Education
| School | Hazelwood West High School, St. Louis |
| University | University of Central Florida, Orlando |
| Qualification | Studied Acting (Degree not confirmed) |
Tom focused more on practical experience than formal education. In interviews, he has said that he learned more working behind the bar and acting on set than in any classroom.
Family Details
| Father | Anthony Sandoval (Businessman) |
| Mother | Terri Green (Retired Firefighter) |
| Siblings | Brian Sandoval (Brother), Katie Sandoval (Sister) |
Tom’s mother was featured in Vanderpump Rules season four and has always supported his career. His family also invested money into his restaurant businesses. In a 2025 interview, Tom said, “My family’s always had my back, even after Scandoval.”
Career Highlights
| Year | Highlight |
| 2013 | Became a main cast member on Vanderpump Rules |
| 2018 | Opened TomTom Restaurant & Bar with Lisa Vanderpump and Tom Schwartz |
| 2019 | Published Fancy AF Cocktails with Ariana Madix |
| 2023 | Competed as “Diver” on The Masked Singer Season 10 |
| 2025 | Competed on The Traitors Season 3 and auditioned for America’s Got Talent |
Tom began as a model and actor, even appearing in Bon Jovi’s music videos in the early 2000s. He also had small roles in films like Playing with Fire (2008), Alien Presence (2009), and Puppet Master: Axis of Evil (2010).
His big break came in 2013 when he joined Vanderpump Rules. He became known for his bartending skills, dramatic relationships, and entertaining personality.
Later, he became a restaurant co-owner, first with TomTom and then with Schwartz & Sandy’s (which closed in 2024). Tom also formed a band, Tom Sandoval & The Most Extras, performing across the U.S.
In 2023, he was on The Masked Singer and revealed as “Diver.” In 2025, he joined The Traitors season three and auditioned on America’s Got Talent, getting four “yes” votes from the judges.
Net Worth
| Estimated Net Worth | $4–10 million (as of 2025) |
| Main Income Sources | Reality TV, Restaurants, Music, Endorsements |
Tom’s net worth comes from his Vanderpump Rules salary (around $25,000 per episode), restaurant partnerships, cocktail book sales, music tours, and brand deals. He and Ariana Madix also bought a $2.1 million house in Studio City in 2019, but ownership became complicated after their breakup.
Controversies
Scandoval Affair (2023)
Tom had a seven-month affair with co-star Raquel Leviss while dating Ariana Madix. This was revealed in March 2023 and became a huge scandal in season ten of Vanderpump Rules. Fans called it “Scandoval,” and Tom faced major backlash. He apologized on the show Special Forces.
Animal Cruelty Allegation (2023)
Tom was criticized for posing with a tiger, which some fans said was animal cruelty. No legal action was taken, but it caused online controversy.
Schwartz & Sandy’s Closure (2024)
His second restaurant, Schwartz & Sandy’s, closed in 2024. Many fans speculated it was due to mismanagement, but Tom blamed the struggling market.
