Tom Schwartz and Katie Maloney from Vanderpump Rules were together for 12 years before they announced their divorce earlier this week. Despite the multiple ups and downs throughout their relationship, fans of the pair were shocked when they confirmed the divorce speculation. Especially after Tom and Katie revealed they planned on welcoming a child on Vanderpump Rules season 9.
The speculation began earlier this week when Katie shared a photo to Instagram of her without her wedding ring. In the photo, Katie was out to dinner at The Beverly Hills Hotel with former Vanderpump Rules cast member, Stassi Schroeder. Fans noticed the missing ring and immediately began asking in the comment section about her relationship status with Tom.
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Five days later, the pair each took to their social media accounts to confirm they are getting a divorce. While Tom and Katie have a lot of love for each other, they both knew their relationship wasn’t working anymore. However, that doesn’t take away from the 12 years of memories they have together.
Tom & Katie Were Set Up In 2011
Tom and Katie were set up in 2011 by former castmate and friend Kristen Doute. Their first meeting didn’t go as planned, but when they got together the second time, the former couple immediately clicked.
Made Vanderpump Rules Debut In 2013
When Vanderpump Rules made its debut on Bravo in 2013, so did Katie and Tom. However, Tom didn’t become an official cast member until season 3, which is the season where Tom spilled a drink on Katie’s head while on a cast trip. Throughout their time together on Vanderpump Rules, Tom and Katie went through a few infidelity issues as well. Despite his indiscretions, Tom and Katie got engaged during season 4.
Tom & Katie Got Married In 2016
In 2016, the Bravo cameras captured Tom and Katie’s outdoor wedding in Northern California. The whole Vanderpump Rules cast was in attendance with their boss Lisa Vanderpump as the officiant. There wasn’t a dry eye in sight.
Tom & Katie Break Up
After a week of speculation, Tom and Katie announced their divorce via Instagram. They both took to their separate accounts to confirm the upsetting news. While they are no longer together, Tom and Katie both expressed how they will cherish the love they had and will remain friends.
Tom and Katie from Vanderpump Rules might be getting a divorce, but they shared a beautiful relationship for the last 12 years. No matter what, the “Bubba’s” will always be one of the most iconic relationships from the Bravo universe.
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