NEWPORT BEACH, California — Shannon Beador, star of “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” hinted that Alexis Bellino may have played a role in her ex-boyfriend John Janssen’s decision to sue her for $75,000. Beador made the suggestion during an interview on SiriusXM’s “Jeff Lewis Live.”
During the interview, Beador discussed the lawsuit she is facing over money that Janssen allegedly lent her for a facelift. She pointed out that Bellino, who is connected to both of Beador’s lawsuits, may have had something to do with it. Beador didn’t directly accuse Bellino, but found it “very coincidental.”
Beador previously won a defamation lawsuit filed by Bellino’s ex-husband Jim Bellino, for which she was awarded $138,000. Beador was initially dismissed from the $1 million defamation suit, but later faced legal action alongside her co-star Tamra Judge.
When asked about Bellino’s possible involvement in Janssen’s lawsuit, Beador didn’t offer a definitive answer. She stated that she didn’t know if Bellino had anything to do with it, but found the connection interesting.
Janssen claimed in his lawsuit that Beador never repaid him the money for the facelift, despite their agreement. According to the court documents, he is seeking the full $75,000, plus interest, costs, and attorney’s fees.
Beador attempted to resolve the situation by offering to pay Janssen the full amount. However, Janssen turned down the offer because he didn’t want to sign a non-disparagement agreement, which would prevent them from speaking ill of each other.
The relationship between Beador and Janssen ended in 2022 after appearing together on “The Real Housewives of Orange County.” Since then, Janssen has been dating Bellino, and there have been hints of a possible engagement.
Alexis Bellino has not responded to requests for comment regarding Beador’s comments on the lawsuit. The ongoing legal battle between Beador and Janssen remains pending, and a trial is expected.
In conclusion, Shannon Beador’s suggestion that Alexis Bellino may have influenced her ex-boyfriend’s decision to sue her for $75,000 adds another layer of drama to the ongoing lawsuit. However, Beador has stopped short of directly accusing Bellino and acknowledges that it is merely a coincidence. The legal battle between Beador and Janssen continues, with no resolution in sight.