Get pumped! Vanderpump Rules season 11 release date, trailer, images, and everything you need to know

Drama, tears, and Scandoval. Vanderpump Rules season 10 certainly brought with it very unexpected and shocking revelations. But none like the final taped episode, and then the three-part reunion. Now, fans are anxiously awaiting for Vanderpump Rules season 11!

We can’t wait to see what the new season on Bravo will bring, and what is going to happen next in the lives of the Vanderpump cast. Here’s everything we know about Vanderpump Rules season 11 ahead of its release!

Vanderpump Rules season 11 is coming Jan. 30, 2024!

Good news Vanderpump fans! Vanderpump Rules season 11 premieres Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024 at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo. That’s so soon! Season 11 will air weekly episodes on Bravo when the show returns. If you miss them live, you can stream new episodes on Peacock the next day they air. Seasons 1 to 10 are all currently streaming on Peacock.

Get pumped! As of Dec. 11, 2023, we officially have the trailer as well! The season promises “shattered friendships, love triangles, and secrets to uncover.” Oh my goodness. After the explosive revelations from last season, we’re going to see the aftermath of #Scandoval. With both exes Tom Scandoval and Ariana Madix returning, this is going to be a big part of the season. And apparently, they’re still living together. Hmm. But still, the scandal hasn’t just affected the couple, but the whole cast of friends as well. Check out the video below:

In July 2023, showrunner Alex Baskin answered a question about season 11 not airing until 2024 in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. She responded with “in six months, we’ll drop a new season.” So with that information, we predicted a January 2024 potential release date, and we were right!

The last episode of season 10 aired in May 2023, and the Vanderpump Rules reunion episodes that had all eyes on them finished airing in June. The show has also not been affected by the writers strike or actors strike, both of which have now been resolved. This is because the show is a reality series, and the stars don’t fall under the actors guild for this particular series.

Is season 11 filming?

According to cast member Lala Kent, filming on the eleventh season started on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. During an Amazon livestream at that time, the reality star shared the update. She said the film date is “giving me anxiety” and making her “nervous” as the cast members haven’t had time to fully process all the drama and revelations that happened last season. While they usually have a reprieve, this time around they just have to jump back into it. She said the following during the livestream, per Variety:

"I’m not complaining, though. I sit here like, ‘I’m so tired. I don’t know what it’s gonna be like. I’m nervous. I need a break.’ But I like to work. I thrive off of a schedule because I’m a Virgo."

Filming got underway as scheduled. Bravo shared first-look images with fans back in July keeping up with all the Vanderpump Rules news. The photos are of Lisa Vanderpump, Ariana Madix, Katie Maloney, Scheana Shay, Lala Kent and Ally Lewber (James Kennedy’s girlfriend) at Vanderpump’s TomTom bar located in West Hollywood. To see the photos, click here.

Other than the trailer, we also have the first seven minutes of the premiere episode. And of course it features what everyone is talking about – Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval. It hints at how Tom’s scandal has affected his friendship within the group, and some of the tension between the exes. Check it out below:

Per Bravo, a comment about the teaser in a E! News post said fans might “develop a soft spot for Tom” in Vanderpump Rules season 11. And surprisingly, Ariana agreed saying “certainly wouldn’t be surprised if the audience swings that way. Hmm! Overall when it came to filming with him, here’s what she had to say:

"You know, it is what it is. It was weird, it was different, it was difficult, and I’m glad that it’s behind me."

Cast: Will Raquel Leviss be back?

Since Lala gave a production start update and she’s in the photos mentioned above, that means she’s going to be in the new season. Plus, the other lovely gals in the photos are there too, confirming  their return. Here’s the confirmed cast list:

Confirmed to return:

• Lisa Vanderpump
• Lala Kent
• Ariana Madix
• Tom Sandoval
• Scheana Shay
• Katie Maloney
• Tom Schwartz
• Ally Lewber
• James Kennedy
•  Brock Davies

Unknown if returning:

• Ken Todd
• Charli Burnett
• Kristina Kelly
• Peter Madrigal
• Guillermo Zapata
• Nathalie Zapata

Per Bravo, here’s what each of the cast members will be up to in the new season:

"As a mentor and confidant to the group, Lisa is working to restore some peace between two feuding exes as she attempts to provide perspective. Lisa is refocusing her expertise on opening a new restaurant in Lake Tahoe and continuing her success with additional ventures in Las Vegas.

Lala is still in the midst of a challenging custody battle, but being the best mom to Ocean remains her priority. Lala explores fertility treatments and looks for a sperm donor as a single mother. She finds an unlikely connection with Tom Schwartz, forming a friendship that neither saw coming, but creating tension between her and the rest of the girls as her forgiveness for the Toms grows.

Ariana’s life was turned upside down after a devastating breakup, but she’s determined to make the best of a difficult situation. Although she still shares a home with her ex, Ariana is moving on and dating a new long-distance boyfriend. While working to open the doors to her and Katie’s sandwich shop, Something About Her, Ariana is embracing the countless opportunities that have come her way.

In the aftermath of a scandal that changed his romantic relationships, dynamics within the group and the success of his businesses, Tom Sandoval is working on bettering himself. In a fragile state, he focuses on repairing the foundations of his friendships. When he isn’t on the road touring with his band, Tom Sandoval and the Most Extras, he and Ariana live under the same roof … locked in a stalemate for the house.

Celebrating their one-year wedding anniversary, Scheana and husband Brock are struggling to connect as they leave the honeymoon stage and settle into their life with a toddler. Scheana works on new music as a way to express herself. She finds herself straddling the lines in the sand within the group as she navigates her relationships with her longtime friends, and feuding exes, Ariana and Tom.

With more distance from her divorce, Katie is exploring life as a single woman and dating, even if her pursuits strike too close to home for her ex-husband, Tom Schwartz. A previous indiscretion comes to light and threatens to upend her and Scheana’s renewed friendship as well as her cordial post-divorce relationship with Tom.

Tom Schwartz is mending a challenged friendship after taking the heat for his part in his best friend’s shocking deception. Embracing a new identity, Tom bleaches his hair, evades exclusivity with a friend-potentially-turned-girlfriend, and winds up in a surprising love triangle with a new flame and his ex-wife.

Recently proclaimed #1 guy in the group, James’ friendships within the circle are stronger than ever and his DJ career is booming. He bought a house in the Valley and is settling into suburban life with his girlfriend, Ally Lewber, along with their cat and a dog from James’ past."

Scandoval: Raquel Leviss is not returning

Dubbed “Scandoval,” the word refers to the fact that Tom cheated on his girlfriend of nine years, Ariana, with fellow Vanderpump co-star Raquel. The trio were also all friends. Ariana found out about the affair after she saw texts between her boyfriend and friend. At first Tom and Raquel agreed they would say they were only together once in Mexico at Scheana’s wedding. But Raquel later admitted they were seeing each other regularly.

In June 2023, Raquel checked into a mental health facility. On July 14, 2023, she checked out of the facility, per Entertainment Tonight. Then TMZ reported the reality star was bound by a contract with Bravo, meaning she would have had to return at some point. However, it seems like this is not happening. In August, Lisa Vanderpump told TMZ that Raquel isn’t coming back in Vanderpump Rules season 11. Here’s what she told the outlet:

"When she was in the facility, her team texted and emailed us. We wanted to make sure she was in a good place first and I was going to do a one-on-one with her. She talked about [returning]. Her team reached out. But in the end, I think she decided not to."

Raquel, who was introduced in the season 5 premiere in November 2016 as James Kennedy’s new girlfriend at the time, is now going by a different name. Leviss’ birth and government name is actually Rachel, but since she was young everyone called her Raquel and that’s what she stuck with. When Scandoval was revealed, people online called her “Rachel” to be used in a negative way. TMZ reports she is now going by Rachel instead, as this was recommended by her therapists, to counteract the negative way people are trying to use her name.

According to Variety, Rachel has an iHeartPodcast coming out in January 2024 as well. Rachel Goes Rogue  debuts Jan. 8, 2024. You can expect to hear her “side of the story,” about Scandoval, as well as talking about her mental health journey.

Check out the returning cast members in the first-look images of Vanderpump Rules season 11 below!

Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval on other reality TV

Amid the drama and scandal and as we wait for Vanderpump Rules season 11, Ariana Madix was announced to be the first contestant to be on Dancing With the Stars season 32. She showed off her dance skills on the dance competition series, partnered with pro dancer Pasha Pashkov. Madix came in third place.

She also appeared in another reality series first! Madix made a surprise appearance in Love Island USA 2023 during the second week. The show premiered July 18, 2023 on Peacock. Plus there's some exciting news! In an Instagram post, Madix revealed she's going to be spending 12 weeks in New York to take the stage and portray Roxie Hart from the Broadway musical, Chicago! The show starts Jan. 29, 2024.

Madix wasn't the only one taking part in a competition series this year. Sandoval was among 14 celebrities in Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test season 2. The show premiered Monday, Sept. 25, 2023 Fox. He made it to the finale, but was disqualified after not being able to handle an intense interrogation.

Two Vanderpump Rules spinoffs are coming

Vanderpump Villa on Hulu

If you love the drama in this reality series, prepare for more as its franchise expands! Vanderpump Villa and another untitled spinoff are headed our way.

The first will be set at Lisa Vanderpump’s French villa and will follow the staff at the location. The series premieres April 1, 2024 and will stream on Hulu. It will have a total of 10 episodes. Here's the official synopsis of Vanderpump Villa:

"Decadence and debauchery collide in “Vanderpump Villa,” a new unscripted docu-drama following Lisa Vanderpump’s hand-selected staff as they work, live, and play at an exclusive French estate: Chateau Rosabelle.

Each scintillating episode follows the elite staff as they try to provide luxurious, once-in-a-lifetime, Vanderpump-curated experiences for guests while dealing with rivalries, romances, and raucous misadventures that come from living and working together 24/7.

From firework-filled proposals and opulent events at the chateau to unbelievable excursions and outrageous confrontations in the French countryside, each day at the Chateau brings nonstop heartfelt, humorous, and heated moments, from staff and guests alike. All the while, Lisa evaluates whether this is the team to make her “pop up” experience a permanent reality and add to her ever-growing empire.

But will this unparalleled–yet unorthodox–crew be able to rise to the occasion and meet both the guests’ and Lisa’s great expectations?"

The cast list and what their roles are at the villa have been shared by Hulu. Check it out below:

• Stephen Alsvig (Events Coordinator)
• Anthony Bar (Executive Chef)
• Marciano Brunette (Lead Server)
• CarolineByl (Sous Chef)
• Grace Cottrell (Housekeeper)
• Priscila Ferrari (Server)
• Hannah Fouch (Server)
• Eric Funderwhite (Chateau Manager)
• Telly Hall (Mixologist)
• Emily Kovacs (Housekeeper)
• Andre Mitchell (Mixologist)
• Gabriella Sanon (Events Coordinator) 

The Valley

The second spinoff is The Valley, which makes its debut on Bravo in spring 2024. According to Deadline, it is about the following:

"The series will follow a group of tight-knit friends, who are trading in their glamorous West Hollywood lives and swapping bottle service for baby bottles as they adapt to the next chapter of their fun-loving lifestyle in The Valley."

You can expect to see some cast members we've already met before. Those are Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright, who welcomed their first child in 2021. Kristen Doute is also expected to be involved with the show. Check out the cast list below:

• Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright
• Kristen Doute and Luke Broderick
• Danny Booko and Nia Sanchez
• Jesse Lally and Michelle Lally
• Jason Caperna and Janet Caperna

Where to watch RHOBH

And as many of you know, Vanderpump Rules is actually a spin-off of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Lisa Vanderpump was on the first nine seasons of the reality series. All 12 seasons of the show are streaming on Peacock. RHOBH season 13 has finished filming and should be coming out on Bravo later this year, according to Deadline.

Stay tuned to Hidden Remote as we bring you more updates about Vandepump Rules season 11!