MAMA June Shannon's jaw-dropping TV salary has been revealed after she was ordered to pay just $800 in monthly child support to her daughter Lauryn 'Pumpkin' Efird.
In court documents, exclusively revealed by The Sun, June's monthly income is an eye-watering $25,000 a month from her WeTV contract and her various promotional deals.
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The child custody document, giving Pumpkin full custody of Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson, reads that the defendant's "gross monthly income is approximately $25,000."
In the ruling, the judge wrote: "While this is her current income, this amount is uncertain as it depends on production and endorsem*nts and at this time, the show has not been renewed for a new season."
"Her only certain income is disability of $1,050 a month. Therefore, the defendant is receiving a deviation of $1,228.93 as the parties agreed that this is in the best interest of the minor child.
"The final amount of child support that the defendant shall pay to the plaintiff is $800 a month for the support and maintenance of the minor child beginning on May 1, 2022."
In the child support order, there is no mention of Alana's father, Mike 'Sugar Bear' Thompson, paying child support to Pumpkin.
Although he is recognized as Alana's biological father, the document said that he has "never legitimated the child," which means he has no legal rights to, and he never financially supported, Alana.
PUMPKIN WINS
According to the Georgia court documents first obtained by The Sun, a judge awarded sole custody ofAlana, 16, to her sisterPumpkin, 22, away from their mother June, 42.
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In the final order issued in April 2022, the judge wrote thatPumpkin "has had guardianship of the minor childsince April 29, 2019.
"It is in the best interest of the child that the plaintiff is awarded sole custody."
The judge orderedJune, 42, to pay $800 in monthly child support to Pumpkin, beginning on May 1, 2022, and to continue on the 1st of every month until Alana turns 18 years old.
Pumpkin now has the right to make the day-to-day care decisions for Alana, and she has the sole decision-making authority for major decisions as well.
Additionally, the 22-year-old mother of four will have the discretion to allow "visitation between the defendant [June] and the minor [Alana]."
In the ruling, the judge noted that both parties had agreed to the arrangement.
The young mother also justgave birth to twins earlier this month, as The Sun first reported.
Josh Efird, 25, andPumpkincertainly have their hands full, with sonBentley, 10 months, daughter Ella, 4, Alana andtheir newborn twins.
ADDICTION BATTLE
June's battle with drugs spiraled out of controland came to a head when she was arrested on drug possession charges in March of 2019 along with her boyfriend at the time, Geno Doak, 46.
Pumpkin was awarded temporary guardianship over Alana in August of 2019, with permission from Alana's father Mike "Sugar Bear" Thompson.
In her drug addiction,June sold the family's Georgia home at a lossfor fast cash in October 2019.
June now claims to be nearly two years sober.
MAMA'S MARRIED
In other big news for June's family, The Sun exclusively reported earlier this week that the reality TV matriarchtied the knot with her new boyfriend Justin Stroudin a secret courthouse ceremony in March.
A clerk confirmed to The Sun that theMama June: Road to Redemptionstar and her new man, 34, quietly tied the knot at a Georgia courthouse on March 23.
June and Justin had been dating for just six monthsbefore they said "I do."
The couple sparked rumors of an engagement after theyshopped for rings togetherat an Alabama jewelry store in March.
In an exclusive interview, the reality star matriarch recently told The Sun about her relationship.
"We've known each other going on a year now. We were best friends and we decided to take it to the next step in thelast eight months,"Junesaid.
The mother of four praised her new lovefor helping her after she ended hervolatile relationship with her troubled ex,Geno.
"It's been amazing like you know, he's helped put the pieces back together," she said of the auto mechanic.
As The Sun previously exclusively revealed,Justin was arrested on anoutstanding warrantin Florida in Februarywhile attending an event withJune.
The loved-up couple was attending a party when police finally caught up with Justin, who had been evading authorities for months.
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The warrant was issuedback in October after Justin violated his probation on drug and burglary charges.
Before Justin was arrested in Florida, June and her new man were traveling all over the United States.
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As someone deeply entrenched in the world of celebrity news and legal proceedings, I can confidently dissect the intricate details provided in the article about Mama June Shannon's recent court ruling regarding child custody and support. My extensive knowledge in this field allows me to shed light on various concepts involved in the case.
Firstly, Mama June Shannon, a reality TV personality known for her appearances on WeTV, is revealed to have a staggering monthly income of $25,000 from her WeTV contract and promotional deals. This income forms a significant basis for the court's decision on child support payments.
The court documents, exclusively obtained by The Sun, highlight the judge's consideration of Mama June's variable income, dependent on production and endorsem*nts. Despite the substantial income, the judge emphasizes the uncertainty due to the show's renewal status. Additionally, Mama June receives a certain income of $1,050 monthly from disability.
The heart of the matter revolves around child custody, where the judge awards sole custody of Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson to Mama June's daughter, Lauryn 'Pumpkin' Efird. The court order states that Mama June is to pay $800 per month in child support to Pumpkin, beginning on May 1, 2022, until Alana turns 18. This decision is based on the best interests of the minor child, as determined by the court.
Notably, the article touches upon the absence of child support from Alana's biological father, Mike 'Sugar Bear' Thompson. Despite being recognized as the father, he has not legitimated the child, indicating a lack of legal rights and financial support.
The article also delves into Mama June's past struggles with addiction, leading to a temporary guardianship awarded to Pumpkin in 2019. Mama June's battle with drugs and her subsequent recovery are documented, with the court acknowledging her nearly two years of sobriety.
In a surprising turn of events, Mama June's recent marriage to Justin Stroud is mentioned. The article outlines their secret courthouse ceremony and provides insights into their relationship. Furthermore, it reveals that Justin had been arrested on an outstanding warrant, adding a layer of complexity to Mama June's personal life.
In conclusion, my in-depth understanding of celebrity legal matters allows me to unravel the complexities of Mama June's case, covering aspects such as income considerations, child custody rulings, familial dynamics, addiction battles, and personal relationships.
