‘Pump Rules’ Star Tom Sandoval Shows Subtle Support for Raquel Leviss Amid Cheating Scandal

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On her side. Tom Sandoval offered a subtle glimpse at his dynamic with Raquel Leviss after news broke about their affair.Sandoval, 39, took to social media on Wednesday, March 8, to “like” Leviss’ recent statement about their relationship.“Besides the indefensible circumstances surrounding our relationship, my feelings for Tom have always been sincere and born out of a loving friendship,” the California native, 28, wrote via Instagram. “Knowing how many people we hurt, I need to understand my choices and learn to make better ones.

I need to take care of my health, work on self growth and take time to be OK with being alone.”She continued: “I care for Tom and I don’t want to label anything or predict what lies ahead.

Right now I need to heal.”That same day, Leviss addressed the aftermath of the cheating scandal for the first time. “I want to apologize for my actions and my choices foremost to Ariana, and to my friends and the fans so invested in our relationships,” she wrote via Instagram on March 8. “There is no excuse, I am not a victim and I must own my actions and I deeply regret hurting Ariana.”In order to view the video, please allow Manage CookiesIn the lengthy statement, the beauty pageant contestant discussed her plans to speak to “a counselor” about her issues. “I have sought emotional validation through intimate connections that are not healthy without regard for my own well-being, sometimes negatively affecting others and often prioritizing the intimate connection over my friendships,” she added. “I am taking steps to understand my behavior and make healthier choices.”Leviss, who has since filed an order of protection against Scheana Shay following an alleged physical altercation, reflected on the public