In a recent twist of satire and celebrity news, Kristen Doute’s reaction to a satirical piece published by The Onion has sparked a wave of amusement among fans of reality TV. The Onion, known for its humorous takes on serious issues, published an article titled “Trump Pardons Tom Sandoval” just after the unexpected release of Todd and Julie Chrisley from prison.

A satirical take on Tom Sandoval’s fictional pardon by The Onion.
The comedic article describes how Tom Sandoval, the disgraced Bravo TV star, was granted clemency by former President Donald Trump. The story, although fictional, plays on the absurdity of Hollywood and political pardon antics. “Thanks to President Trump, Tom Sandoval will finally be indemnified against all the toxic Vanderpump Rules drama,” it quips, highlighting how reality television and politics often intersect in bizarre ways.
In the piece, The Onion humorously posits that Trump understands that “following your heart is not a crime” and claims he was ready to defend Sandoval’s controversial escapades that included cheating rumors and chaotic relationships. The satire peaks with the suggestion that the president plans to make the former site of Sandoval’s unsuccessful bar, Schwartz & Sandy’s, a national monument.
Kristen Doute, known for her sharp wit and previous involvement in the Vanderpump Rules drama, couldn’t help but share her laughter over the article. “I wasn’t the only one who resembled the crying-laughing emoji!” she commented, echoing the sentiment of many fans who found the piece to be a perfect blend of humor and reality TV absurdity.
Fans responded enthusiastically, with one commenting, “This is why we love Doute 😂😂😂 Does this mean we get our white nail polish back!?” The joke resonated widely, encapsulating not only the humor found in the article but also the ongoing saga surrounding Sandoval, who was cast in the upcoming season three of House of Villains on Peacock.
As Sandoval enters this new chapter of his career, competing for the title of “America’s Ultimate Supervillain,” the reactions to The Onion’s satire reveal how intertwined reality TV culture is with current events and social commentary. Doute’s playful engagement with the article indicates that, despite the chaos of the reality TV world, humor remains a unifying thread for fans.