Alexis Bellino is formally returning to “The Actual Housewives of Orange County,” however her comeback could also be removed from peaceable given her points with castmate Shannon Beador.
The fact TV star was a fan favourite throughout her time on the Bravo collection; nonetheless, she acquired on Beador’s mistaken facet. Though the pair didn’t resolve their drama earlier than Bellino’s exit, her return will spark renewed hatred as she is presently courting her co-star’s ex-boyfriend.
Alexis Bellino To Star On Season 18 Of ‘RHOC’ As A Good friend Of The Present
Bellino’s return to the set of “RHOC” was confirmed by manufacturing sources, who famous the 46-year-old will star in this system’s 18th season. She is returning as a buddy of the present greater than a decade after leaving the collection in 2013.
The TV character was a distinguished solid member on the Bravo present from seasons 5 to eight and beforehand returned as a visitor in season 14. Insiders confirmed she is again filming the most recent installment with different housewives; nonetheless, how Beador is dealing with Bellino’s return stays to be seen.
As said, the pair have a tumultuous historical past, with Beador allegedly trash-talking Bellino at a restaurant simply earlier than she was arrested on DUI expenses in September 2023. Based on Bellino, the “RHOC” star’s verbal assaults had been over a defamation lawsuit.
Bellino’s ex-husband filed the lawsuit towards Beador and Tamra Decide; nonetheless, Bellino advised TMZ she was not concerned within the authorized drama. The rocky relationship between these ladies is certain to escalate in season 18 of “RHOC” over the duo’s relationship with the identical man.
Bellino just lately began courting Beador’s ex-boyfriend, John Janssen, whom the latter was with from July 2019 to November 2022. The previous couple’s relationship didn’t finish on good phrases, as Beador claimed she was blindsided by the breakup one week after filming on Season 17 wrapped.
Having Bellino date her ex-boyfriend can’t be simple for Beador to swallow, particularly since she as soon as introduced her poor relationship with Janssen’s kids. In the meantime, her castmate seems to have efficiently gained over her new beau’s youngsters and enjoys getaways with them.
How Alexis Bellino’s Life Modified After Leaving ‘RHOC’
Throughout her time on “RHOC,” Bellino stole the present together with her enjoyable character and non secular values. From seasons 5 to eight, followers fell in love together with her journey as a doting spouse and stay-at-home mom with three kids.
The 46-year-old additionally showcased her life as a religious Christian whereas elevating her trend empire, Alexis Couture. She even allowed the cameras to seize her marital struggles with then-husband Jim Bellino, resulting in extreme criticisms from different ladies.
Following her exit from the present, the style entrepreneur underwent a number of modifications, beginning together with her divorce from Jim. The previous couple ended their marriage after 13 years in 2018. Two years later, she introduced her engagement to movie producer Andy Bohn.
Bellino raved about her then-fiancé on an episode of “Life After Bravo,” saying: “After assembly Drew, I simply knew that there’s a special sort of individual that’s there for you that’s your greatest buddy, builds you up, helps you get to the subsequent part of the place you wanna be in life.”
As for her household life, Bellino’s kids — son James and twins Mackenna and Miles — have grown from toddlers to youngsters. In October 2022, the mom of three introduced Miles as a transgender male, noting he was “bored with the misgendering and confusion folks have.”
Alexis Bellino’s Ex-Husband Misplaced Lawsuit In opposition to Shannon Beador & Tamra Decide
4 years earlier than Alexis’s return to “RHOC,” her ex-husband Jim was unsuccessful in his defamation lawsuit towards Beador and Tamra Decide. The entertainer’s former beau sued the pair over their feedback on Heather McDonald’s podcast.
Jim accused them of mendacity about his enterprise troubles and claiming he faked his divorce. Their remarks, per the lawsuit, ruined his repute and negatively impacted his enterprise. The authorized doc learn:
“Because of the defamatory statements at situation on this case, they’ve been unable to originate a number of new loans and unable to acquire a number of new investments, as some third events are not keen to do enterprise with them on account of injury to my repute.”
Sadly for Jim, Beador efficiently had all claims towards her dismissed and was awarded $137,340 in lawyer charges. This defeat didn’t cease the “RHOC” alum’s ex-husband from submitting a separate lawsuit towards the podcast host and holding her accountable for comparable claims.
He accused McDonald of constructing feedback that had been statements of information, however she denied all allegations of wrongdoing and demanded the case be tossed. A choose sided with the podcast host, noting Jim failed to point out how McDonald was linked to his defamation claims.
