Ariana Madix Reacts to Claims of Cropping Pump Rules Costars Out of Goodbye Post and Failing to Thank Cast, Plus Boyfriend Daniel Wai Opens New NYC Bar

Ariana Madix offered a goodbye message to her fans and followers on Instagram last week after it was confirmed that she would not return to Vanderpump Rules for the series’ 12th season. However, the post has garnered some controversy.

After leaving out certain members of the cast, including former boyfriend Tom Sandoval, 43, and one-time friend Lala Kent, 34, Ariana, 39, was accused of cropping them out of her slideshow of images — and of failing to thank her co-stars for their many years of success on Bravo.

“Vanderpump Rules, you will forever be that girl … I was up til 4am looking for all the right pics and the right words, but there’s no post or caption that could ever encapsulate everything. I am forever grateful to have been a part of such an incredible cultural phenomenon. I’m feeling at peace with closing this chapter and [I’m] excited for everything that is to come,” Ariana had written in her November 27 post on Instagram.

In the comments section of the post, fans reacted to her potential digs.

“Living for this carefully curated photo selection,” one person stated.

But according to Ariana, she didn’t leave certain co-stars out. Instead, she simply didn’t have room for all of her favorite memories.

“I wish I could do more slides. I had a lot more things. Maybe another post!” Ariana replied.

Another person said they were “just here for all the cropped photos.” Someone else added, “And thanking everyone but the cast.”

Still, Ariana insisted no ill will was behind the post. 

“That’s what the pictures are for pookie,” she explained.

In other Pump Rules news, Ariana’s boyfriend of nearly two years, Daniel Wai, just opened a new bar in New York City.

On the November 29 episode of Scheananigans, via Bravo’s The Daily Dish, Scheana Shay, 39, told Lala and The Valley‘s Janet Caperna that she went to “Dan’s new bar in New York.”

“He owns the bar?” Lala asked.

“Yeah. I don’t know if it’s other people too, but, yeah,” Scheana confirmed of the “really cute” venue, Little More, which also offers a food menu.

“Nestled in the heart of Tribeca, Little More is where upscale sophistication meets a warm neighborhood vibe. Anchored by a 16-foot, library-style gantry and a 45-foot marble-topped bar, our space boasts an impressive collection of spirits and wines from around the globe. Whether you’re unwinding with a perfectly crafted cocktail, sharing small plates with friends, or hosting a private event for up to 200 guests, Little More is designed to create moments worth savoring,” the website explains.

The website also revealed that Little More was the “brainchild” of Daniel and three others, including Aron Watman, Dorian De La Mater, and Ryan Steckowski.