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Tom Schwartz Reveals the "Only" Reason He Would Cover the "Bubba" Tattoo He Got for Katie Maloney
The Vanderpump Rules cast member has no plans to hide the ink he got in honor of Katie — but there is one thing that would change his mind.
Tom Schwartz shared during a live interview at BravoCon 2023 that he's "single, but not ready to mingle." Additionally, he still has a term of endearment for ex-wife Katie Maloney tattooed on himself, but as Tom and Katie head into Season 11 of Vanderpump Rules, does he have any plans to cover up the ink? Read on to find out.
Tom Schwartz shares if he would remove his "Bubba" tattoo
"Never," Tom said, responding to a fan question about covering the tattoo during the November 5 interview session at BravoCon. "Because that was such a special time in my life. It's sacred, and I love Katie. Not 'in' love. But I still love her, and I cherish that time in my life. Unless she asks me to get rid of it. She's the only person that would make me remove that tattoo. "
Schwartz got the "Bubba" tattoo on his right butt cheek in honor of his then-girlfriend, Katie, while vacationing in Las Vegas in 2015. "Bubba" is a well-known affectionate name between the couple, who tied the knot in 2016 before separating in 2022.
Tom Schwartz's tattoo for Lisa Vanderpump
However, that's not the only woman's name Schwartz has in that same area.
Below Deck stews Daisy Kelliher, Fraser Olender and Aesha Scott were quizzed on Vanderpump Rules trivia during the "Stews vs. SUR" live interview at BravoCon 2023. But when asked, “Whose initials does Tom Schwartz have tattooed on his butt?" the stews got the answer wrong.
"LVP" Katie clarified about Lisa Vanderpump's initials, prompting more of an explanation as to how the tattoo came about.
"He lost a game of ping pong and he had to get 'LVP.' He was playing her," Katie shared with the group.
Schwartz lost the match back in 2021 during Season 9 of Vanderpump Rules.
“I’ve never not followed through on a bet in my life, and I feel like I don’t want to start now,” he said on the show when he got to the tattoo parlor. “It’s good to feel the pain so I learn my lesson.”
Scheana Shay had something to say about the name tattoos at BravoCon 2023 as well.
"[Tom] Sandoval’s initials are next to be tattooed on his ass, but he hasn’t gotten around to it yet," Scheana added of Schwartz.
Watch BravoCon 2023 panel highlights, exclusive interviews, and more on Peacock and BravoTV.com.
