Mama June, known as June Shannon, gained fame as a TV personality during the early days of reality television. Her rise to prominence was significantly boosted by the TLC series that featured her youngest daughter, Alana, also known as “Honey Boo Boo.” This exposure helped elevate Mama June into the public eye.
Shannon’s television journey began in 2011 when Alana was just 5 years old. Alana’s success in beauty pageants caught the attention of TLC, leading to the show’s “Toddlers and Tiaras” and subsequently, the spin-off series “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo,” which aired from 2012 to 2014. Following the show’s cancellation, the family appeared on various other programs.
Mama June’s public life has been marked by a series of challenges, including legal troubles and strained relationships with her children. In 2019, Shannon faced arrest on charges related to drug possession and domestic abuse, which impacted her relationship with her daughter Alana. Shannon sought rehabilitation for her addiction and worked to mend her relationship with her family.
In recent years, Mama June has focused on rebuilding her life. She lost weight, repaired family bonds, and began a relationship with tattoo artist Justin Stroud. They married in March 2022, with a smaller, private ceremony held in Panama City, Florida, which was featured on “Mama June: Family Crisis.”
Despite the turbulence, Mama June remains active on social media, regularly updating her followers with her latest looks and life events. She recently shared a post on Instagram showcasing her stylish appearance and praising her hairstylist, Caleb Beauty. While some fans praised her new look, others criticized it, claiming it was heavily edited. In a previous post, Shannon had expressed her gratitude to Caleb Beauty, emphasizing his talent and the impressive results of his work.