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Honey Boo Boo: Truth About Mama June’s Addiction Revealed

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Alana ‘Honey Boo Boo‘ Thompson could potentially rekindle her dispute with her mom, Mama June, by openly discussing the challenging aspects of her upbringing.

At just five years old, she became widely recognized due to her appearance on Toddlers & Tiaras, and it was her memorable phrase “A dollar makes me shout, little girl!” that turned her into a sensational reality TV star.

Her joke propelled her into a life under the spotlight, starring in her own television series “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo” and later “Mama June: From Not to Hot”.

Mama June’s show underwent a transformation, now known as “Family Turmoil”, as its main star grappled with an escalating dependence on crack cocaine, resulting in a tumultuous break with her children. This emotional rollercoaster was portrayed vividly in the news and on our screens.

Ultimately, June chose sobriety and her bond with Alana has improved significantly, although they continue to have disagreements over Alana’s income from being a child star, a part of which June admitted to using.

Currently, Alana (age 19) has unveiled aspects of her childhood in a recently released Lifetime biopic titled “I Was Honey Boo Boo.” She’s been open and straightforward about her feelings towards her mother, as reported by People magazine.

Honey Boo Boo expressed that she didn’t appreciate the movie portraying her mother in a negative light and making her look like the antagonist,” said Honey Boo Boo. “However, I spoke my mind, and if she gets upset, it’s because I told the truth.

A significant source of tension in their strained relationship was June’s struggle with drug abuse, a problem that Alana started observing as June reached her teenage years.

Alana mentioned that something seemed unusual about her. As she began to secure her doors more frequently, Alana found herself wondering aloud, “What could she possibly be up to?

The public became involved in a turbulent situation when June and her spouse Geno Doak were taken into custody for alleged felony drug possession. This event sparked a dramatic chain of events that ultimately dismantled their family on reality television, much like the twists and turns of a rollercoaster ride.

Amidst the chaos, Alana, who was brought up by her older sister Lauryn ‘Pumpkin’ Efyrd and brother-in-law Josh Efyrd, had to attend school and endure comments such as: “I heard your mother on the news with a broken tooth, apparently drugged.

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2025-05-13 16:48

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