When Shannon Beador sat down with her co-stars Gina Kirschenheiter and Heather Dubrow for the reunion episode of “The Real Housewives of Orange County” Season 17, little did she know that the topic that arose would soon become an alarming reality. Amid the glitz and drama, Shannon found herself on the defensive, rebutting claims that her drinking habits were problematic.
The reunion stage seemed like a missed opportunity to address an issue that has been lurking in the shadows for years. theworldnewsdaily even reported that Shannon had been investigated by animal control following an incident involving her dog, Archie, which we’ll discuss in a moment.
While Shannon vehemently denied needing rehab, stating “Do I go out and drink sometimes? For you to say I need rehab!” the coming weeks would change the narrative drastically.
RHOC: The Incident that Changed Everything
The confrontation at the reunion happened only a mere 10 days before a night out in Orange County would result in Shannon being arrested and charged with two misdemeanors: DUI and hit-and-run. What makes the situation even more heartbreaking is that her dog, Archie, was in the car at the time of the incident.
Public reaction was swift, with outrage from viewers and even investigations involving animal welfare. A recent report from TMZ confirmed that the arrest prompted Shannon to enroll in an outpatient behavioral wellness program with an alcohol component. This marked a significant shift in the star’s stance on her alcohol use.
Heather gets it. Shannon is never going to apologize. Andy agrees. 😂😂 #RHOC #RHOCReunion pic.twitter.com/YIeUtQvnlY
— esteco 🍑 💎 🌺 🍎 🍝 🩺🦩 🍊 🛥 🍸 (@esteco2) October 12, 2023
RHOC: The Show Must Go On: Tres Amigas Gets a Revamp
You may be thinking, “Well, what does this mean for Shannon’s career and collaborations?” Interestingly, this personal hiccup coincides with a time when Shannon, Vicki Gunvalson, and Tamra Judge are deeply involved in their comedy show, Tres Amigas. Alcohol used to be a key element of their act, but it looks like that’s about to change. Sources say the focus will shift to friendship, and Shannon will abstain from drinking during performances.
In the world of reality TV, sometimes life’s most difficult lessons become a catalyst for change, both personally and professionally. One thing is certain: as fans and viewers, we’ll be watching closely as Shannon takes these necessary steps toward wellness and sobriety.
