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Daily Mail
4 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Mama June takes first photo in years with daughters Honey Boo Boo, Lauryn Efird, and Jessica Shannon after money drama
Their explosive family drama has riveted audiences for years, with money recently coming between them. But it appears Mama June Shannon and her daughters have overcome their latest differences. Mama, 45, and her daughters Alana Thompson aka Honey Boo Boo, 19, Lauryn 'Pumpkin' Efird, 25, and Jessica 'Chubbs' Shannon, 28, took their first family photo in years as they plugged their latest TLC series, Mama June: Family Crisis, during a Wednesday appearance on Good Day New York. And by the looks of the smiles on their faces, they definitely appear to be on a much more positive path. During their joint interview, the women revealed how Mama June is now an active part of their lives ever since getting sober. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'We're so proud of her and how far she's come today,' Alana said of her mother. 'It is kind of nice now to have family dinner on Sundays and like the kids are running around and my mom's able to be a part of that,' Pumpkin said. Alana also said they had things 'figured' out after her mother spent $30k of her money. 'We figured it out and I mean, we're here today, so that tells you something,' she said. Alana, who rose to fame as a young girl and is now in college, recently said she and her mother were in a 'really good spot.' 'Right now we're at a really good spot... We're probably the best we've been in a while,' Alana said on Tamron Hall Show earlier this month. 'I mean, Pumpkin takes the kid over there for like just for my mama to watch them. That's a shocker for me because I never thought Pumpkin would like just leave her kids alone with my mama. So that is a big improvement for sure!' She also touched on her mother's sobriety: 'She's been sober for like three or four years now and she's doing great,' she said. While the famous family are on better terms now, a trailer for Family Crisis - which debuts on We TV on May 30 - shows the brood are still dealing with the aftermath of Mama spending $30k of her daughter Alana's money. The troubled matriarch, who previously admitted she had spent the money but denied any wrongdoing, was filmed being quizzed about the cash by Honey in a tense scene obtained exclusively by People. She said: 'Where's my money' leading a grinning Shannon to pull out a huge plastic check for $30,000. Shannon responds: 'The check is right here' as a distraught Alana says off-camera: 'This isn't a game!' In April 2024 Mama June admitted she spent $30,000 of daughter Alana's money on 'life expenses' including manicures and household bills - while continuing to shut down criticism for not contributing to her college fund. Alana was particularly upset by the news regarding her finances, and she stated that she was considering legal action against her mother, who had attempted to talk her way out of the confrontation. Also affected by the argument was Shannon's husband, Justin Stroud, who stated that he was 'really hurt' by his wife failure to be truthful about her past actions. Elsewhere in the trailer, Lauryn "Pumpkin" Efird, 25, is heard declaring: 'We're getting a f*****g divorce!' as her tearful husband Josh looks on. She also locks horns with sister Jessica "Chubbs" Shannon over their business. The trailer takes an even more shocking turn when a legal adviser says: 'The judge really could sentence you to prison' before Alana declares the family are in for a 'hot mess summer!' Alana previously threatened to cut off her mother after she refused to pay the money she allegedly stole from her. In a 2024 episode of the family reality show, the teenager and her older sister Lauryn 'Pumpkin' Shannon confronted their mother over the money intended for Alana's college education. After the matriarch refused to pay her youngest daughter's tuition, which she suggested would be a 'waste' of money, Pumpkin said Mama June was 'not supportive' and 'lost $500,000 to a bag of f***ing crack'. Their intervention quickly becomes a bitter showdown when Mama June denied the 'betrayal' overall and refused to hand over the money — for which the teenager previously said she will sue and take her mother to court. This comes after the matriarch told exclusively that she spent Alana's Dancing With The Stars: Juniors earnings on manicures and paying her own bills. The family was rocked by the death of Anna 'Chickadee' Cardwell at age 29 from cancer in December 2023. Chickadee passed away after battling adrenal carcinoma that progressed to stage 4. June took in Chickadee's eldest daughter Kaitlyn, 12, and was awarded full custody of her after a months-long court battle. June is currently married to Justin Stroud, whom she met in rehab in 2021 after battling an addiction to crack cocaine. Chickadee left behind her husband Eldridge Toney and two daughters - Kylee, nine, by her ex-husband Michael Cardwell, and Kaitlyn by a previous relationship. Before she died, Chickadee agreed that her mother would take Kaitlyn in - but this year June had to wage a legal battle over the issue against Michael, who wanted custody of both Kaitlyn and his biological daughter Kylee. June was determined to retain guardianship of Kaitlyn, saying: 'Anna wanted Kaitlyn to stay with her biological family, and I'm going to fight to my last breath till I don't have any more fight in me to make sure that is how it works.'
Daily Mail
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Mama June takes rare photo with daughters Honey Boo Boo, Lauryn Efird, and Jessica Shannon after money drama
Their explosive family drama has riveted audiences for years, with money recently coming between them. But it appears Mama June Shannon and her daughters have overcome their latest differences. Mama, 45, and her daughters Alana Thompson aka Honey Boo Boo, 19, Lauryn 'Pumpkin' Efird, 25, and Jessica 'Chubbs' Shannon, 28, took a rare family photo as they plugged their latest TLC series, Mama June: Family Crisis, during a Wednesday appearance on Good Day New York. And by the looks of the smiles on their faces, they definitely appear to be on a much more positive path. During their joint interview, the women revealed how Mama June is now an active part of their lives ever since getting sober. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'We're so proud of her and how far she's come today,' Alana said of her mother. 'It is kind of nice now to have family dinner on Sundays and like the kids are running around and my mom's able to be a part of that,' Pumpkin said. Alana also said they had things 'figured' out after her mother spent $30k of her money. 'We figured it out and I mean, we're here today, so that tells you something,' she said. Alana, who rose to fame as a young girl and is now in college, recently said she and her mother were in a 'really good spot.' 'Right now we're at a really good spot... We're probably the best we've been in a while,' Alana said on Tamron Hall Show earlier this month. 'I mean, Pumpkin takes the kid over there for like just for my mama to watch them. That's a shocker for me because I never thought Pumpkin would like just leave her kids alone with my mama. So that is a big improvement for sure!' She also touched on her mother's sobriety: 'She's been sober for like three or four years now and she's doing great,' she said. While the famous family are on better terms now, a trailer for Family Crisis - which debuts on We TV on May 30 - shows the brood are still dealing with the aftermath of Mama spending $30k of her daughter Alana's money. The troubled matriarch, who previously admitted she had spent the money but denied any wrongdoing, was filmed being quizzed about the cash by Honey in a tense scene obtained exclusively by People. She said: 'Where's my money' leading a grinning Shannon to pull out a huge plastic check for $30,000. Shannon responds: 'The check is right here' as a distraught Alana says off-camera: 'This isn't a game!' In April 2024 Mama June admitted she spent $30,000 of daughter Alana's money on 'life expenses' including manicures and household bills - while continuing to shut down criticism for not contributing to her college fund. Alana was particularly upset by the news regarding her finances, and she stated that she was considering legal action against her mother, who had attempted to talk her way out of the confrontation. Also affected by the argument was Shannon's husband, Justin Stroud, who stated that he was 'really hurt' by his wife failure to be truthful about her past actions. Elsewhere in the trailer, Lauryn "Pumpkin" Efird, 25, is heard declaring: 'We're getting a f*****g divorce!' as her tearful husband Josh looks on. She also locks horns with sister Jessica "Chubbs" Shannon over their business. The trailer takes an even more shocking turn when a legal adviser says: 'The judge really could sentence you to prison' before Alana declares the family are in for a 'hot mess summer!' Alana previously threatened to cut off her mother after she refused to pay the money she allegedly stole from her. In a 2024 episode of the family reality show, the teenager and her older sister Lauryn 'Pumpkin' Shannon confronted their mother over the money intended for Alana's college education. After the matriarch refused to pay her youngest daughter's tuition, which she suggested would be a 'waste' of money, Pumpkin said Mama June was 'not supportive' and 'lost $500,000 to a bag of f***ing crack'. Their intervention quickly becomes a bitter showdown when Mama June denied the 'betrayal' overall and refused to hand over the money — for which the teenager previously said she will sue and take her mother to court. This comes after the matriarch told exclusively that she spent Alana's Dancing With The Stars: Juniors earnings on manicures and paying her own bills. The family was rocked by the death of Anna 'Chickadee' Cardwell at age 29 from cancer in December 2023. Chickadee passed away after battling adrenal carcinoma that progressed to stage 4. June took in Chickadee's eldest daughter Kaitlyn, 12, and was awarded full custody of her after a months-long court battle. June is currently married to Justin Stroud, whom she met in rehab in 2021 after battling an addiction to crack cocaine. Chickadee left behind her husband Eldridge Toney and two daughters - Kylee, nine, by her ex-husband Michael Cardwell, and Kaitlyn by a previous relationship. Before she died, Chickadee agreed that her mother would take Kaitlyn in - but this year June had to wage a legal battle over the issue against Michael, who wanted custody of both Kaitlyn and his biological daughter Kylee. June was determined to retain guardianship of Kaitlyn, saying: 'Anna wanted Kaitlyn to stay with her biological family, and I'm going to fight to my last breath till I don't have any more fight in me to make sure that is how it works.'
Forbes
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Where Is Honey Boo Boo Now? Alana Thompson's Life And Relationship With Mama June Today
Alana Thompson aka Honey Boo Boo then vs. now Alana Thompson, aka Honey Boo Boo, is back in the spotlight following the release of her new Lifetime biopic, I Was Honey Boo Boo. Where is the former child reality star now, and does she still have a relationship with her mother, Mama June? Debuting on May 17, I Was Honey Boo Boo is narrated by Thompson. The film offers a behind-the-scenes look at her rise to child stardom, from her pageant beginnings to becoming a reality star with her own TLC show after catching the eye of producers. "But behind closed doors were forced smiles, silent tears and the lingering sense of uncertainty for what the future held for Alana and her family," the official synopsis for I Was Honey Boo Boo reads. "After a series of scandals and legal troubles, Alana's world was turned upside down and she was ultimately placed in the care of her older sister, Lauryn "Pumpkin" Efird (Georgia Small)." The description continues, 'Now in college, Alana is determined to shake off the labels that have followed her, shed light on the darker side of child stardom and forge a path to overcome generational trauma and challenges.' As you're watching I Was Honey Boo Boo, keep reading for an update on Thompson's life, what happened to her viral TLC series, and the latest news involving her mother, Mama June. LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 15: Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson and her mother June Shannon (L) visit ... More 'Extra' at The Grove on October 15, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo byfor Extra) Alana Thompson, also known as Honey Boo Boo, is a former beauty pageant contestant. She rose to fame at six years old on Season 5 of TLC's reality show Toddlers & Tiaras. Thompson and her mother, Mama June Shannon, went viral for their outgoing personalities and Alana's controversial pre-contest drink – a mixture of Red Bull and Mountain Dew (aka 'go-go juice'). Soon after, TLC ordered a spinoff series, Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, to focus on Alana and her family. The series premiered in August 2012 and revolved around the lives of Alana, Shannon, and her three other daughters: Anna "Chickadee" Cardwell, Jessica "Chubbs" Shannon, and Lauryn "Pumpkin" Efird. THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON — Episode 0073 — Pictured: (l-r) Television personalities ... More Mama June and Honey Boo Boo during an interview with host Jimmy Fallon on June 11, 2014 — (Photo by: Douglas Gorenstein/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images) After two seasons and multiple holiday specials, Here Comes Honey Boo Boo was canceled in 2014 after reports surfaced that Mama June was dating convicted sex offender Mark McDaniel. McDaniel had served 10 years for aggravated child molestation, per The New York Times. "TLC has canceled the series 'Here Comes Honey Boo Boo' and ended all activities around the series, effective immediately," a spokesperson for the network said at the time. "Supporting the health and welfare of these remarkable children is our only priority. TLC is faithfully committed to the children's ongoing comfort and well-being.' However, after the show's cancelation became public, Shannon denied having a relationship with the sex offender. "I want to make a post trying to clear up the rumors remember you can't believe everything you read!" she wrote in a Facebook, per ABC News. 'It isnt true i promise my kids r #1 priority over anything else and I would never put them in danger period over this or anything else they r my life this is my past I left him 10 yrs ago for it and I wouldn't go back.' In the following years, Alana appeared in a few spinoffs for WEtv, including Mama June: Family Crisis, which focused on Alana's sister cancer diagnosis. In 2022, Anna Cardwell was diagnosed with "very rare and very aggressive" form of adrenal cancer. As a result, Shannon became one of her primary caregivers. Cardwell died in December 2023 at age 29. In 2018, Alana also participated in ABC's Dancing with the Stars: Juniors, where she was partnered with Tristan Ianiero and mentored by pro dancer Artem Chigvintsev. They finished eighth in the competition. UNIVERSAL CITY, CA - JANUARY 11: June Shannon visits "Extra" at Universal Studios Hollywood on ... More January 11, 2018 in Universal City, California. (Photo by) After Here Comes Honey Boo Boo was canceled, Shannon launched her own WEtv show, Mama June: From Not to Hot, in 2017. The series chronicled the mother of four's dramatic weight loss transformation after she underwent bariatric surgery in 2015. However, things went downhill for Mama June amid her drug addiction. In March 2019, Shannon was arrested on charges of possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia after she allegedly had crack cocaine and a crack pipe in her possession, People reported at the time. Shannon was detained alongside her boyfriend, Eugene Edward Doak, who was charged with third-degree domestic violence, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Both were later hit with felony drug possession charges. Both were released on bond and pleaded not guilty to the charges seven months after their arrest. According to their plea agreement, obtained by E! News, Mama June was sentenced to 100 hours of community service, court supervision, and other conditions, including random drug screenings. Doak also accepted a plea deal and was sentenced to 16 months in prison, followed by two years of probation, and was required to undergo drug addiction treatment. In April 2021, Mama June admitted that she was seven months sober after spending $600,000 on drugs over the course of six months. 'In a year we probably spent over a million dollars, because our habit was $3,500 to $4,000 a day,' she told Andy Cohen at the time. In 2022, Lauryn gained full custody of Alana, who was focused on finishing high school at the time. LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 31: (L-R) Alana Thompson, June Shannon and Geno attend the 2nd Annual Bossip ... More "Best Dressed List" event at Avenue on July 31, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Robin) Even today, Mama June and Honey Boo Boo's relationship continues to have its ups and downs. They appeared on The Masked Singer in 2021, which was one of the first things they did together since Shannon got sober. "Well, Alana I know would've hoped that it was just her on stage, and me too because I'm that backstage mom hyping her up. But it was a great experience," Shannon told People in November 2021. "I realized the last time we were out there together doing a huge project, which was Dancing with the Stars, I was in my addiction." In 2023, as shown in Mama June: Family Crisis, Alana attended Shannon's wedding to Justin Stroud. "This was the first time the family had all been together since 2014," Shannon said in a WEtv press release. "So it was really special to get married in a place where my family and I have had so many memories!" Alana recently revealed that she's never seen any money from her years on Here Comes Honey Boo Boo. As seen in their WEtv show, Thompson accused her mother of taking $35,000 of her earnings from her 2019 appearance on DWTS, which she only recently had returned to her. The reality TV star told People that, as of today, her and her mom have mostly reconciled. They both still appear together in WeTV's Mama June: Family Crisis, which returns for a brand-new season on May 30. Ultimately, Alana said that forgiving her mother was hard, 'but at the end of the day, she's my mom.' She continued, 'When she was bad in her addiction I just kept thinking about the day she'd recover. We're going pretty good. Hopefully it lasts. I just no longer have any expectations for her.' Mama June added, 'I don't remember who that person was, because I've worked so much on myself.' NEW YORK, NY - MAY 14: Alana Thompson, aka Honey Boo Boo, is seen at the "Tamron Hall Show" on May ... More 14, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by MediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images) Honey Boo Boo graduated high school in May 2023 and started at Regis University in Denver, Colorado, where she is pursuing a degree in neonatal nursing. "I'm just looking forward to helping people," she told People in 2024. "I really want to be a neonatal nurse… I want to work with little babies, I don't want to have no babies though. That's my motto." Alana began dating Dralin Carswell in 2021. Their relationship is still going strong, despite initially receiving backlash over their age gap and an incident with the police in March 2023, when Carswell was arrested for DUI, fleeing police, and outstanding warrants after a three-mile car chase in Monroe County, Georgia. Alana was a passenger in the car but was not charged. Alana told Entertainment Tonight that she doesn't 'care' about the public's perception of her and Dralin. 'Because, like, at the end of the day, my sister approves, his mom approves, and we're happy, so what fans got to say or what haters got to say I don't really care.' Now 19, Alana is focused on telling her life's story in Lifetime's biopic I Was Honey Boo Boo. While she's excited for people to see her point of view, she's also nervous about how her mother will receive the film. 'I did not want this movie to be throwing punches at my mama and making her out to be the bad guy,' she said to People. 'But I didn't hold back and if she gets mad, at the end of the day it's the truth.' I Was Honey Boo Boo premieres on May 17, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT on Lifetime. Watch the official trailer below.
