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Ann Maddox opens up about what led her to work with Sandoval and how she left.
But as she tells Bustle, working for Sandoval gave her an unexpected jump-start.
Getting The Job
Maddoxstarted out as a production assistantand transcriber for reality TV companies.
But like most former Survers, she had acting aspirations and started booking commercials.
Working with Sandoval was Maddoxs first time assisting a celebrity.
It was the junior high walk of shame all over again!
One phone interview later, I was hired!
When Scandoval happened, I was crushed, she says.
I kept my job for as long as I could, but Im a sensitive lady.
The emotional toll started getting pretty heavy.
My father had also passed away eight months prior to Scandoval.
Stacking grief on top of the chaos at work, I felt like I had no relief.
But I also really enjoyed working in this niche world.
I didnt know if I should leave or stay.
Working for Tom, I really got to know Ariana, and shes really great, Maddox says.
We also have similar senses of humor and ethics, so I always enjoyed our chat sessions at work.
While the circumstances around her departure remain a mystery, it may not have been by choice.
What if I told you…
I actually did not resign?
Madix recently clarified onWatch What Happens Livethat she didnt have an assistant, but there would befurther developmentsthis season.
But dont expect her to spill the tea on her experiences with Sandoval, due to her NDA.
Do you have a good lawyer?
Because otherwise, Ill probably have to carry these stories to the grave!
