Shannon Storms Beador, star of The Real Housewives of Orange County, is officially dating again after her breakup with John Janssen. The aftermath of their split was shown in Season 18 of the series, but now, Shannon appears to have fully moved on. Her RHOC castmates, Gina Kirschenheiter and Emily Simpson, recently confirmed that Shannon is happily dating again, signaling a positive shift in her personal life.
RHOC Castmates Share Updates on Shannon’s New Relationship
In an interview with Us Weekly, Emily shared that Shannon seems happier now. Gina added that Shannon has started dating and might have even found someone special, although Gina has yet to meet him. Emily emphasized that Shannon’s new beau seems to be a “lovely” person and noted that, unlike her past relationship, this one has no legal drama attached. This comes after the lawsuit between Shannon and John was finally resolved, allowing her to focus on moving forward.
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Despite the excitement of her new relationship, Shannon’s beloved golden retriever, Archie, remains a central part of her life. Emily mentioned that Shannon seemed genuinely happy when they had dinner together recently, signaling that she is in a good place emotionally. Shannon’s joy also seems to stem from putting the drama of the past behind her and focusing on her personal well-being and happiness moving forward.
Shannon’s Shift on Dating: From Reluctance to Enthusiasm
Earlier in the year, Shannon expressed hesitation about dating again, stating she wasn’t yet ready for a new relationship. However, in July, she revealed that while she was still open to love, she wasn’t actively looking for it. Fast forward to now, and Shannon is singing a different tune. She’s confidently dating again and is embracing the possibility of finding a meaningful partnership.
Since the Season 18 finale, Shannon has been prioritizing her role as a mother to her three adult daughters, who are thriving in their respective cities. She recently reunited with two of her daughters for Thanksgiving and celebrated a personal milestone by roasting a turkey for the first time. Shannon is also looking forward to Christmas, as her daughter Stella will be returning from her studies in Paris. Family continues to be at the forefront of Shannon’s life as she embarks on new personal adventures.
