REAL Housewives of Orange County star Shannon Beador has sobbed over her ex John Janssen in the dramatic Season 18 trailer.
The bravo star slammed her former partner as a “monster,” after he started dating her co-star Alexis Bellino.
7 Shannon Beador broke down in tears during the trailer for Season 18 of Real Housewives of Orange CountyCredit: Bravo
7 The star sobbed oer her ex, John Janssen, who’s now dating her co-star Alexis BellinoCredit: Instagram/alexis_bellino
Bravo posted the trailer on social media on Thursday, teasing major drama ahead and, after a few disappointing seasons, fans are eager to dive in.
The RHOC teaser kicked off with the cast, including Shannon, 60, introducing themselves and the upcoming season.
While it appears there will be no shortage of drama for Shannon this season, one moment in particular stood out.
Late in the video, she was seen crying to a co-star.
“You have no idea about John Janssen,” she said.
“You have no idea.”
In another scene, amid chatter about “blackmail” and “extortion” from members of the cast, Shannon was seen crying in a huddle of her gal pals while wearing a plush robe.
RHOC newcomer Katie Ginella comforted her, saying, “That’s too much for one person.”
Shannon said back, “he’s a monster,” as she sobbed.
7 In the trailer, Shannon was seen taking a breathalyzer after getting a DUI months priorCredit: Bravo
7 She was also seen battling some heavy emotionsCredit: Bravo
In the replied on the social media platform, many suggested this season will be transformative for the show.
“Oh. My. God. RHOC is having its RESURGENCE!” one fan commented.
“Y’ALL ATE THAT,” another praised.
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“Oh Housewives is [SO] back!” a third fan gushed.
REHASHING THE RELATIONSHIP
Early in the trailer, Shannon went toe-to-toe with Alexis, 47, over John.
“I have your ex-boyfriend. There’s the door, Shannon Beador,” Alexis says sternly to Shannon, who appears stunned.
Elsewhere in the video, Shannon blew into a breathalyzer to start her car – a result of her 2023 DUI – and cried as she apologized to her daughters for her behavior.
“I’m so sorry that I disappointed you,” she said through tears.
In another portion of the clip, her former close friend Tamra Judge stated, “Shannon has not taken accountability for what she did.”
While she didn’t say what offense she was speaking of, the next scene showed Shannon ordering a cocktail, suggesting the fitness model was referencing her decision to drink after getting a DUI.
The pair then faced off across a dinner table, with Tamra scolding Shannon.
“You decided to drive your car into a house drunk,” she said pointedly.
“You need to stop,” Shannon demanded, standing up from her seat.
Alexis then got involved.
“There’s a lot more, and if she wants to go toe-to-toe, I’m ready,” she said.
It appears the pair will butt heads several times this season, mostly over Alexis and John’s relationship.
In another scene, the returning RHOC star was seen talking about a ring she got from her man, calling it “a sign of love.”
Shannon, meanwhile, was shown stewing from a nearby seat at the same table.
TOUGH ROAD AHEAD
This season is not expected to be a walk in the park for Shannon.
In 2023, she was arrested and charged after getting caught driving her vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.
The incident has had a ripple effect through all aspects of her life, with fans calling for her to get help and give up booze for good.
Shannon received multiple offers to enter rehab but decided to go another route.
She opened up about her decision in January during an appearance on Bravo’s Hot Mic podcast.
“I did get offered multiple free alcohol rehab stays. But what I chose to do – and I did my research, I went to a behavior wellness place,” she said.
“Because I want to figure out why I make certain toxic and unhealthy choices in my life. And there was an alcohol component to it. And in this particular time in my life, have I been drinking way more than normal? Absolutely. And so I’m able to look at all of that and see how I don’t want that to be the life. I wasn’t happy.”
The Real Housewives of Orange County returns to Bravo on July 11.
This season will feature Shannon, Tamra, Alexis, Katie, Heather Dubrow, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson, and Jennifer Pedranti.
7 Fans are eager to tune in to the latest season of RHOCCredit: Bravo
7 The show will return to Bravo on July 11Credit: Bravo
7 Vicki Gunvalson will appear as a friend of the housewivesCredit: Bravo