John Janssen Denies Being A Kept Man by ‘Sugar Mama’ Shannon Beador

John Janssen Denies Being A Kept Man by ‘Sugar Mama’ Shannon Beador

John Janssen is putting an end to rumors that he was financially dependent on Real Housewives of Orange County star Shannon Beador during their relationship.

The couple, who dated for several years following Shannon’s high-profile divorce from David Beador, has since gone their separate ways, and the aftermath has been anything but smooth. From legal disputes to public drama, Shannon has found herself facing unexpected challenges.

John Janssen Addresses ‘Sugar Mama’ Claims

In response to the speculation, John Janssen has made it clear that the narrative painting Shannon as his “sugar mama” is far from accurate. For years, Shannon has implied that she footed the bill for their lavish lifestyle while they were together, adding that John was a very private person, which made their relationship more complex. However, after their split, John’s life took a different turn when he began dating RHOC alum Alexis Bellino.

The new couple’s relationship has been very public, much to Shannon’s dismay. Their social media presence, combined with reports of John showering Alexis with expensive gifts, left Shannon reeling. As she watched this unfold, Shannon was also grappling with her own legal troubles, stemming from a DUI hit-and-run arrest.

To make matters even more complicated, Shannon had to continue filming Season 18 of RHOC, which saw the return of Alexis Bellino, not as a full-time cast member, but as a “friend of the housewives.” This created further tension, especially after John filed a lawsuit against Shannon, claiming she owed him $75,000 for a facelift and other expenses. Shannon countered by saying that the money was a gift, pointing out that this was how their relationship functioned when they were together.

Ring Footage and DUI Incident

The situation escalated when Alexis Bellino alleged that John had incriminating ring camera footage from the night of Shannon’s DUI arrest. According to Alexis, the video shows Shannon nearly hitting John’s daughter with her car, an accusation that has left fans furious. Many have expressed frustration over what they see as John holding onto potentially damaging evidence and not bringing it to light sooner, accusing him of blackmail.

Despite Shannon offering to settle the debt by paying John half of what he was asking, he refused. This decision came under the spotlight during a recent appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, where John and Alexis sat down to discuss the ongoing feud. During the Thursday, September 12th episode, Andy Cohen posed a pointed question to John.

Why Didn’t John Accept Shannon’s Offer?

Andy Cohen addressed the elephant in the room, asking:

“We got a lot of questions wanting to know why you didn’t take Shannon’s offer with the no disparaging clause.”

John’s response shed light on his decision, stating:

“Because I have been disparaged for almost five years. Why would I put a legal muzzle on myself so that I can’t actually correct the record?”

He went on to refute the claims that had been circulating about his relationship with Shannon:

“I mean, ‘she pays for everything and she’s my sugar mama,’ that couldn’t be further from the truth, and that was damaging to me. I fat-shamed her, couldn’t be further from the truth.”

Fans React to John and Alexis’ Appearance

The audience’s reaction to John and Alexis’ appearance on WWHL was swift and overwhelmingly negative. Many RHOC viewers were not thrilled to see the couple on their screens, and they made their feelings known on social media. Some fans felt that their presence was unnecessary and that the focus should remain on Shannon.

“Andy please STOP giving Alexis and John screen time. Most of your audience is TEAM SHANNON!!!” one fan tweeted.

Another added, “Guess what @bravowwhl no one cares about Alexis or John!”

Others echoed the sentiment, expressing frustration with Bravo’s decision to feature Alexis and John. “Bravo is so tone deaf this season!! No one wants to see this lady on our screens, let alone HIM! Yuk. Seriously this is becoming too much,” a viewer commented.

The general consensus was clear: fans were over the drama involving John and Alexis. As the fallout from their past relationships continues to unfold, it’s evident that viewers have chosen sides, and Shannon has their unwavering support.

Do you believe John’s side of the story, or are you firmly in Shannon’s corner? Let us know, and don’t forget to catch new episodes of Real Housewives of Orange County every Thursday, on Bravo.

 

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