Vanderpump Rules

2:19 PM PT -- A rep for Tom Sandoval tells TMZ ... "In our society, sadly abuse against men is too often not taken as seriously as it should be. Physical assault is against the law, and verbal attacks, coercive control, and intimidation are abusive behaviors that are unacceptable regardless of gender."

The rep adds ... "While Victoria continues to deny the allegations, Tom's account is supported by eyewitnesses, including his band manager, and in some instances, video evidence.

Tom has remained committed to allowing the legal process to address these matters, and we are confident the facts and evidence will speak for themselves."

Tom Sandoval claims his ex, Victoria Lee Robinson, kicked him in the groin and questioned his manhood during a nasty altercation when they were still dating ... TMZ has learned.

The "Vanderpump Rules" alum submitted a new declaration Monday in his ongoing restraining order case against his ex, claiming the alleged groin-kick happened in October while he was on tour with his band "Tom Sandoval and the MOST Extras" in Florida.

Tom says after the concert ended, Victoria "kicked me repeatedly in the groin area while hurling expletives and insults toward me in the presence of my band mates, tour crew and fans."

He claims Victoria had "consumed drugs and alcohol to the point that venue security personnel had to physically carry her from the concert venue back to the tour bus" earlier in the night.

Stassi Schroeder says she thought Taylor Frankie Paul's season of "The Bachelorette" would eventually come out ... but now she's not sure ... because she says TFP can't get out of her own way.

The former "Vanderpump Rules" star -- who is now starring in her own reality TV show, "House of Stassi" -- appeared on Kaitlyn Bristowe's "Off the Vine" podcast where the pair discussed the controversial "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star.

Kaitlyn asked Stassi if she thinks Taylor's 'Bachelorette' season -- which has been on ice since we released video of a shocking 2023 confrontation between herself and her ex, Dakota Mortensen -- will hit the airwaves.

Stassi said a couple weeks ago she was 100% sure it would air ... but now, given the legal complications Taylor's facing, she's not so sure.

Jax Taylor's lawyer is accusing Brittany Cartwright of holding up their divorce by failing to provide documents needed to resolve the case ... TMZ has learned.

Mark Vincent Kaplan tells TMZ ... Jax wants the divorce finalized and behind him as soon as possible, but feels Brittany is making that impossible and hoping he fails.

Kaplan claims Brittany has not turned over documents she is obligated to provide, making it impossible for the former couple to resolve outstanding property and financial issues.

'"The Valley" star Kristen Doute is ripping Jax Taylor a new one over his intimate relationship with the ex-publicist of his estranged wife Brittany Cartwright.

Kristen called Jax "diabolical" on Wednesday's episode of "Watch What Happens Live" when host Andy Cohen brought up Jax's romance with Lori Krebs. As you know, Jax also costars with Brittany on "The Valley" along with other reality stars. 

Kristen said Lori was not only Brittany’s "trusted paid professional," but also her friend and family for the past decade.

Kristen also referred to Jax as "so totally deceitful," noting that Lori knew the ins and outs of Jax's life with Brittany, which made the situation even worse.

Brittany Cartwright has spoken out for the first time following the news that her ex, Jax Taylor, is dating their now-formerly shared publicist.

Check out the clip -- she addressed the shocking situation at the top of Friday's 'When Reality Hits' podcast and told fans she will speak her truth when she's ready. She added, "As of right now, I am focusing on me and the most important thing in my life, which is my beautiful son. And as of right now, I’m just trying to protect my son and my peace, and very soon I will be telling [my story]."

TMZ broke the news Jax was getting close to his and Brittany's longtime publicist, Lori Krebs, when we shared photos of them cozying up in a pool at a Mexican resort. We then learned Brittany fired Lori immediately.

Singer, bartender, and reality TV babe Natalie Maguire is as real as they come ... The Boca baddie recently headed back to her hometown roots to remind the Floridians, you can take the girl out of Boca, but not Boca out of the girl ...

The "Vanderpump Rules" star sure knows how to mix a mean cocktail, but when she's not behind the bar, she's behind the mic -- showing off her vocal chops with new music set to drop at the end of the month.

Now, with these exclusive snaps shot at The Seagate Beach Club in Florida, Natalie is making one thing crystal clear...

Bravo's Amanda Batula and Raquel Leviss may have similar scandals and storylines, but you can't knock their bikini bods ... putting the drama aside, we've got one key question for you to answer:

Who'd You Rather?!

Jax Taylor's relationship with his longtime publicist Lori Krebs didn't begin with a secret affair ... it grew out of a friendship strengthened by some of life's biggest challenges … TMZ has learned.

Sources close to the pair tell TMZ … Jax and Lori have grown significantly closer over the past several months while supporting each other through their respective divorces and the unique experience of raising children with autism. We're told those deeply personal experiences created a bond that eventually turned romantic.

Our sources also tell us Lori -- who has always maintained a substance-free lifestyle -- became an important source of support during Jax's recovery ... helping him as he worked to get his life back on track.

Brittany Cartwright is getting out of town after TMZ published photos of her estranged husband, Jax Taylor, getting cozy with the couple's publicist, Lori Krebs, who Brittany has since fired.

The 'Valley' star was spotted Tuesday boarding a jet out of Los Angeles with friend and costar Lala Kent ... the first time we've seen Brittany since the Jax-Lori photos came out.

We're told Brittany treated herself to a nail salon visit in Studio City before heading to the airport.

"Vanderpump Rules" alum Jax Taylor was spotted out in May with his estranged wife Brittany Cartwright's longtime publicist Lori Krebs ... months before their cozy Mexico pool pics surfaced ... TMZ has learned.

TMZ obtained a photo of the duo at a Flanigan's Seafood Bar and Grill in Boca Raton on May 15 ... about two months before they were spotted in the pool at a Mexican resort.

Folks who were there tell us Jax and Lori were very low-key and drinking soda as they bellied up to the bar on a Friday night.

We're also told the pair seemingly did not want to be recognized.

Brittany Cartwright is severing a professional relationship that lasted more than a decade ... 'cause TMZ has learned she fired her longtime publicist, Lori Krebs, after Lori was spotted on a cozy vacation with Brittany's estranged husband, Jax Taylor.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Brittany decided to cut ties with Lori on Monday after learning about the photos TMZ obtained showing Lori and Jax snuggled up in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Our sources tell us Lori called Brittany before TMZ published the photos to give her a heads up that the story was coming.

Tom Sandoval and Victoria Lee Robinson were close to ending their tumultuous relationship after he returned from filming a new reality show ... TMZ has learned.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Tom spent three weeks in April filming a Netflix survival competition in Panama hosted by Alan Ritchson. Contestants had no access to their phones, making it the longest Tom and Victoria had gone without speaking since they started dating.

We're told after Tom returned home, the couple had an honest conversation about their future. According to our sources, Victoria said the time apart made her realize they should break up. Tom, on the other hand, realized he loved Victoria even more and wanted to fight for the relationship.

Jax Taylor got very cozy with someone who's been by his and Brittany Cartwright's side for years ... 'cause TMZ has learned the reality star vacationed in Mexico with the former couple's longtime publicist ... and we have photos of them in the pool.

The "Vanderpump Rules" alum spent the weekend at Hotel Mousai in Puerto Vallarta with Lori Krebs, who has represented both Jax and his estranged wife for years.

TMZ obtained photos showing the pair getting awfully close in the resort's infinity pool.

Jax and Lori are seen embracing in the water, standing chest to chest while talking and, at one point, wrapping their arms around each other as they floated together.

Scheana Shay proved she hasn't forgotten her restaurant roots ... 'cause TMZ has learned she jumped in to help staff at a packed Seattle bar after it was flooded with World Cup fans.

TMZ obtained video of the "Vanderpump Rules" alum Saturday at Uptown Hophouse in Seattle, where she helped serve customers after the pub was unexpectedly slammed by the soccer crowd as England faced Norway in their quarterfinal matchup.

We're told the bar quickly filled with patrons looking to watch the action, leaving employees scrambling to keep up with the rush. Rather than watch the chaos unfold, we're told Scheana volunteered to help, delivering food and lending a hand until things settled down.

2:13 PM PT -- A rep for Tom Sandoval tells TMZ ... "It’s no surprise that Victoria’s request for a restraining order was immediately denied. The court granted Tom a restraining order and an immediate move-out order against both Victoria and her father after police reviewed all the video evidence from that night."

11:36 AM PT -- Victoria Lee Robinson's request for a temporary restraining order has been denied.

Tom Sandoval's situation with his ex is getting even messier ... 'cause she just filed for a restraining order against him, claiming he's been physically violent with her in the past.

Victoria Lee Robinson filed for a restraining order against Tom on Thursday, claiming Tom has been physical on multiple occasions, including the brutal June 3 fight at the Hollywood Hills rental home where all three of them had been living.

In addition to that altercation, Victoria says that Tom shoved her down hardwood stairs on August 30, 2025 … which she claims caused “visible injuries” to her knees.