Alexis Bellino is a former main cast member and recurring cast member on The Real Housewives of Orange County.
Casting[]
Bellino joined The Real Housewives of Orange County during the second episode of the fifth season and became credited as a ‘Housewife’ during the fourth episode of the same season. She continued in a main role for the sixth and seventh seasons before quitting the show altogether after feeling that she “needed” to get away from the bullying and drama. Producers called Bellino and asked her to reconsider her exit and she decided to return for the show’s eighth season to set an example for her kids that you can’t quit something due to bullying but that you’ve got to “fight and make your statement”.
After four seasons as a ‘Housewife’ and ahead of the ninth season premiering, it was announced that Bellino had been let go from the show altogether since producers felt “she was lacking in personal storylines”. Despite this, Bellino did return to film a scene with Emily Simpson during the show’s fourteenth season.
In addition to this, Bellino returned to the show for its eighteenth season as a 'Friend of the Housewives' (a recurring role). She was not asked back for the show’s nineteenth season.
Storylines[]
In Season 5,
In Season 6,
In Season 7,
In Season 8,
In Season 18, Familiar face Alexis Bellino rejoins the franchise as a friend, bringing her fiery personality and a heightened level of drama as she revels in her controversial new relationship with Shannon’s ex-boyfriend, John Janssen, who she fondly refers to as Johnny J. A longtime friend of Heather and Emily, Alexis Bellino comes in full force ready to make waves. She finds her footing with most of the ladies and starts fresh with Tamra, but she instantly finds herself on shaky ground with Shannon as they face off in a series of high-stakes disputes.
Friendships[]
Vicki Gunvalson[]
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Tamra Judge[]
Season 18[]
Tamra defends Alexis in Catwalks and Catfights at dinner, and that Alexis feels ganged up on because she is dating John. Tamra brings up Shannon's butt dial at Katie's Couples Dinner Party in The Elephant in the Room, and she thinks Alexis is behind the People article, Katie agrees with Shannon and Tamra defends Alexis. Shannon in her confessional affirms her belief, stating when Jim Bellino and Alexis sued her and Tamra it was in the press before Shannon and Tamra were served. Tamra thinks Shannon is just jealous that Alexis stole her man. Emily thinks John should have just signed the non-disparagement clause and take the 75k Shannon agreed to pay, while Tamra, Shane, and Ryan disagree. We cut to Shannon cuddling with Archie in bed, Shannon expresses that she is alone and she has Archie.
At dinner in Double Decker Drama, Shannon confronts Tamra about Alexis' texts, Tamra thinks its between Shannon and Alexis. Emily defends Shannon, stating if everything Shannon does is put under the microscope, the same should apply to Alexis. Argument ensued between Shannon and Tamra, escalating to Tamra putting her hand in Shannon's face. Shannon storms off to the restroom with Heather and Emily following. Both Shannon and Tamra and exhausted with each other, the ladies agree they need a breather.
Alexis visits Tamra with Chlorox to "clean up the sh*t we (they) have to talk about" in Unfinished Business. Alexis Facetimed Tamra and Heather when they were in London while ring shopping. Although Alexis and John are not engaged yet, but Alexis thinks it's "soon". John is "confident" that they will spend the rest of their lives together. Flashback shows John had told Shannon the same thing. They talk about Jenn's engagement, Alexis invites Tamra. Tamra thinks Shannon tried to destroy her friendship with Jenn by sending cropped text screenshots of Ryan's background check. Alexis tells Tamra to bring the proof to the party.
Tamra visits Alexis in her trailer and advises her not to be John's "mouth piece" in Reunion Part 2. Alexis states she will only refute the lies and "tell the truth".
Shannon Beador[]
Season 18[]
In Exes and OCs, Shannon discusses her ex relationship with John Janssen, who started dating former housewife, Alexis Bellino, whose ex husband, Jim Bellino sued Shannon and Tamra for defamation. According to Tamra, she lost $500,000 and Shannon lost $300,000 in the process of the lawsuit. At Heather's New Year, New Me lunch, Shannon pulls Alexis aside to address the elephant in the room, all the ladies gather to witness the showdown. Shannon brings up the lawsuit and Alexis's involvement, as it began with Alexis sending her a cease and desist letter. Alexis demands the letter and stated Shannon's mad at her because she's dating her ex-boyfriend. Argument ensues and Alexis storms off.
Rent and Reputations picks up immediately after, Alexis vents to Tamra while Shannon does the same to Gina, Heather goes between the two. Shannon and Alexis bicker across the room. Later on, Alexis wishes to move forward with Shannon without animosity as her friendship goal in response to the question she got from Heather's Question Box. However, Alexis begins to discuss a promise ring she received from John and stating she thinks they'll get married with the ladies.
At Emily's Flag Football event in Red Flags and Flag Footballs, Shannon tells the ladies that she is not happy that John brings Alexis to "her gym". Apparently Alexis was there thirty minutes prior to Emily, Gina, and Shannon arriving to practice football in the previous episode. Alexis tells Gina that Shannon had not been to that gym in six months, and it's "John's gym". Gina tells Shannon what Alexis just told her. Later on, Shannon tells Emily she heard John went on a tirade at the gym, as the trainer informed John and Alexis that he does not want drama there. Alexis responded with "I'm a good Christian girl", which the trainer said "good Christian girl talks about her sex life?". According to Shannon John thinks she is behind it. Separately, Alexis believes Shannon had told the trainer about her and John's sex life as she had only brought it up at Heather's New Year, New Me lunch.
At Gina's dinner party in Dinner Party Disaster, Shannon orders a drink which prompted Tamra to attack Shannon, argument ensued. Emily and Gina defend Shannon. Tamra continues to go after Shannon, Shannon leaves the room. Jenn goes after Shannon. Alexis shows the ladies wire transfers and defends John blindly. Shannon is very upset out of the room with Jenn and stated it was actually $65,000 and not $75,000 that John sent her. Tamra intercepts Vicki going after Shannon, and tells Vicki that she is enabling Shannon. The ladies think Alexis is going after Shannon too aggressively, Alexis leaves when confronted.
In Big Bear in All Up In Gina's Grill, Jenn confronts Alexis on her aggressive behavior toward Shannon, Alexis states she wants to protect John and thinks Shannon is defaming him. Alexis reveals her mom has passed recently and John has been there for her. Alexis also states she has videos of Shannon on the night of her DUI that can "ruin her life". Jenn is baffled by Alexis's threat. The video is revealed by Katie as Ring footage of Shannon almost running over her daughter in The Gloves Are Off. Alexis talks to John on the phone, John is distressed which in turn causes Alexis to break down. However, Alexis is not at legal liberty to say what Shannon has done to cause John to imply "the gloves are off". Later on, Shannon states her lawyer had made a settlement offer and John refused in the same episode.
Shannon showed the ladies a photo of Alexis and John Janssen at the Oscar Party in A Picture Worth A Thousand Words, she points out that John is wearing the Ferragamo shoes she bought him. Emily playfully brings it up, leading to Alexis's anger which she expressed later in the car with Gina and Katie post landing. Alexis thinks she and Shannon need to speak their mind regarding the issue. The ladies don't want Alexis to confront Shannon. Alexis wants John to settle but John refuses, Alexis thinks Shannon destroyed John's reputation. Shannon visits Heather's cabin to ask to be excused from dinner and relays her breakdown earlier. Heather consoles Shannon. Heather is worried about Shannon in Catwalks and Catfights but offers her her glam and encourages Shannon to join dinner. Shannon tells glam she's not excited about dinner and Heather's stylist Laura expresses solidarity and says she "never liked John Janssen". At dinner, Heather receives Alexis's text regarding not attending dinner and mentioning the video. Shannon is triggered, baffled by Tamra's allegiance with Alexis as they have never been close and storms off to the restroom. Jenn follows Shannon, Shannon expresses her frustrations of Alexis blindly following John. Heather is certain the ladies will put aside their differences and walk in her fashion show for Family Equality. Shannon and Jenn rejoin dinner, Shannon asks the ladies to not mention John or Alexis for the rest of the night, before mentioning John refusing the disparagement clause. The next day, Alexis, Tamra, Gina, and Emily attend biscuit making class. Alexis tells the ladies that she's willing to move on. Alexis and Shannon try to co-exist at Heather's fashion show. After the show, Emily pulls Alexis aside and asks Alexis to reach a resolution with Shannon, Alexis asks Heather for permission to do so at her event. Heather and Tamra encourage Alexis to go through with it amidst the loving atmosphere. Shannon tells Gina, Emily, and Jenn she feels like she ruined Heather's trip with her moments. Gina and Emily ask Shannon if she'd be comfortable having a conversation with Alexis, Shannon does not think it's healthy for her. Emily gives Alexis the no-go signal across the room. As Shannon hugs the ladies goodbye, Shannon lets Alexis know she is not interested in having a conversation.
Alexis arrives at Jenn's Fiesta Party visibly bothered but refusing to tell the ladies what's on her mind in Singled Out. Although stating the issue is not about her and John, and revealing it's about the ongoing legal dispute. Alexis is overwhelmed by the loss of her mom, breakup with a fiance, and the John and Shannon situation. Emily, Gina, and Tamra have coffee in The Elephant in the Room, they talk about Emily, Heather, and Alexis's conflict in Singled Out. Gina mentions Alexis saying something big is coming the following days, the ladies assume it's about the Ring footage. However, People magazine publicly announces John's lawsuit against Shannon hours later. Shannon facetimes her daughter Adeline, who's studying at NYU. Shannon told Adeline her tour with Vicki went well, and it was a well needed break from John's lawsuit. Shannon feels lonely as an empty-nester and is now forced to face the ongoing lawsuit again. People magazine reports the lawsuit publicly, Tamra sees the article and calls Shannon, who did not pick up. Shannon butt dials Tamra, rather than hanging up Tamra listens to Shannon's break down to her team. Tamra overhears Shannon thinking Alexis is behind the article release. Tamra then calls and updates Heather, Tamra doesn't think Alexis is behind the article. Heather states "John has historically said he doesn't like to be in the spotlight. This (People magazine article) would be counterintuitive to that". Heather doesn't understand Alexis and John's rationale and feels bad for Shannon.
Tamra brings up Shannon's butt dial at Katie's Couples Dinner Party and she thinks Alexis is behind the People article, Katie agrees with Shannon and Tamra defends Alexis. Shannon in her confessional affirms her belief, stating when Jim Bellino and Alexis sued her and Tamra it was in the press before Shannon and Tamra were served. Tamra thinks Shannon is just jealous that Alexis stole her man. Emily thinks John should have just signed the non-disparagement clause and take the 75k Shannon agreed to pay, while Tamra, Shane, and Ryan disagree. We cut to Shannon cuddling with Archie in bed, Shannon expresses that she is alone and she has Archie.
A floral arrangement is delivered to the Shannon's 60th Birthday Tea Party for Shannon, from Alexis, with a note attached in You Are Cordially Not Invited. After reading the note, Shannon appreciates the gesture but states it's "9 months too late". Shannon does want anything to do with Alexis, Emily agrees as there is an ongoing lawsuit against Shannon Alexis is taking part in. Shannon thinks Alexis is being "coached" by John, to Tamra's disbelief. Tamra reveals Shannon's butt dial the day the lawsuit went public previous episode, stating that she sounds upset. Shannon responds with of course she is upset as a lawsuit against her is out in the press, and proceeds to draw clear boundary between her and Alexis. Emily asks if Shannon is going to send Alexis a thank you note. Shannon reveals she "pre-wrote" a text to Alexis (transcript below) that clarifies she is not invited, to the ladies' surprise and glee. Although the ladies do think it's a bit too harsh, Katie and Jenn offer to relay the information to Alexis in person. Emily thinks Shannon should just send the text. On another day, Katie and Jenn arrive at Alexis' to deliver the bad news. Alexis is flabbergasted that Shannon did not take on the olive branch she offered after 8 months of her tormenting Shannon. Katie and Jenn inform Alexis about the text Shannon sent her, wishing Shannon had "soften" the language (she did not). Alexis is confused about what Shannon is holding on against her, Katie and Jenn remind her of the ongoing lawsuit. John and Alexis appear in the confessional together, John states he brought the suit in action due to the approaching expiration of statue of limitation, and refutes the claim that the money was a gift. Both Katie and Jenn think Alexis is the one that leaked the lawsuit to People. Alexis kicks them out after they attempt to console her.
Heather takes Gina, Shannon, and Jenn to have their mammogram done after discovering it is overdue (a decade in Shannon's case) High Tea & High Tension. Jenn tells the ladies the aftermath of Shannon's text to Alexis clarifying she is not invited on her London trip. Shannon reads the passive aggressive text Alexis responded her with, and is angered when Jenn informed her Alexis thought she was part of the trip. Tamra brings up Shannon's lawsuit during dinner, to the ladies' surprise. Shannon does not want to talk about it, Tamra states Shannon talked about it on Jeff Lewis' radio show. Argument ensued and leads to Shannon storming off with Gina following her. Shannon reveals to Gina a text she discovered from Alexis in 2018 that contradicts her statement that she was not involved in Jim Bellino's lawsuit against Shannon and Tamra. Shannon also shows Gina that she told Tamra about the texts and Tamra acknowledged it.
At dinner in Double Decker Drama, Shannon confronts Tamra about Alexis' texts, Tamra thinks its between Shannon and Alexis. Emily defends Shannon, stating if everything Shannon does is put under the microscope, the same should apply to Alexis. Argument ensued between Shannon and Tamra, escalating to Tamra putting her hand in Shannon's face. Shannon storms off to the restroom with Heather and Emily following. Both Shannon and Tamra and exhausted with each other, the ladies agree they need a breather. John Jansen arrives at Jenn's engagement party in Unfinished Business when Shannon is telling Katie about her and Matt's "fight". Emily physically lifts Gina up so she can get a better view of Johnny J over the wall. Shannon and Katie are in hysterics over the commotion. Alexis hops in the Escalade and leaves with John.
In Reunion Part 2, Shannon states she's waiting on John's lawyers to get back to her. Shannon initially offered $35,000, John asked for $75,000, which was lowered to $70,000. But John refuses to sign a mutual non-disparage agreement, which is standard practice confirmed by attorney Emily. The video of Shannon almost running over John's daughter is brought up, Alexis states it was a "weak moment" and she never intended to do so. Unseen footage shows her repeatedly talking about it to prove the "truth". Alexis then attempts to say Shannon was the one who brought the video up, stating Shannon "has a really strange relationship with the truth". Which is verbatim of what John has said about Shannon in a confessional with Alexis. Shannon calls Alexis out for rehearsing "there's the door Shannon Beador". Alexis refutes but unseen footage shows Alexis saying it to Emily on the way to Heather's party.
Shannon (left) imitating Alexis (off screen) showing her "the door Shannon Beador"
Shannon calls out Alexis for lying about not being part of Jim Bellino's defamation suit against Shannon and Tamra, to which Shannon has found texts from Alexis stating that they are suing her from 2018. Alexis attempts to explain that her name is not in the court documents, however, Emily states Alexis is named in the interest party. Alexis tries to get Andy to step in from Emily and Shannon arguing with her. Andy advises Shannon to not repeat what Jim had originally sued her for defamation during Alexis' attempted explanation of the text. Shannon told Andy that she won, which giddies Andy. Shannon and Emily argue with Alexis, who continues to try to explain that she's not involved. Shannon reveals she went out to dinner with John and ran into Jim when he had just announced his suit against her in 2018. John and Jim got into an argument with Shannon stepping in. Alexis doesn't understand that Shannon had won the case which means she did not defame Jim. Shannon and Alexis engage in heated argument.
Shannon (top left) arguing with Alexis (right)
Shannon and Alexis continue their arguing in Reunion Part 3. In an Unseen Footage, Alexis defends John at Heather's New Year Party, stating he's hangry from an argument with Gina in 2022. Alexis claims she Googled John when they first met she saw a flurry of negative statements by Shannon. However, Shannon has always defended John prior to this season, as evident in last season's reunion. The only negative thing Shannon has said about John is she paid for everything in the first half of their relationship. Alexis continues proclaiming about Shannon's lies. Emily joins in incredulous about the non-existent lies, they argue. Alexis invites Shannon to compare numbers as they had done "forensic accounting". Gina doesn't understand why Alexis is involved. Alexis says John had spent $350,000 in the relationship. Everyone is confused on why didn't John sue for more or take Shannon's initial $75,000 offer. Alexis thinks Shannon is lying about the offer and states she only offered $15,000 in a 3 year payment plan. Attorney Emily clarifies all loans are paid in plans in the legal system. Tamra asks why Shannon she's paying even if she doesn't consider it a loan, Shannon just wants John to leave her alone. Viewer questions Alexis' pettiness of lemons and Ferragamo shoes in Alexis and John's engagement photos. Alexis and Shannon start arguing about all the gifts in their relationships. In an Unseen Footage, Emily questions Alexis' intention in posting photos that are digs toward Shannon. Alexis is bewildered as she states she doesn't think about Shannon at all. In turn, the ladies ask her to be more considerate for Shannon. Emily defends Shannon.
Shannon and John backstage of Celebrity Family Feud in April 2023
Alexis is fine with Heather sharing her having sex with John 4 times a day. Shannon was in the restroom when it's shared at Heather's New Year Party. Heather later relayed that to Shannon at dinner in an Unseen Footage. Heather still thinks John wants to be in "the spotlight" because he continues to date Housewives. A reel of John and Alexis' confessional plays. John states he was single for a year before meeting Alexis, and their relationship is organic. Shannon has text evidence of John sending her "I love you" 2 months before meeting Alexis. Alexis refutes Shannon and John were together for 5 years, stating that John told her they broke up "the day after Thanksgiving 2022". Gina and Emily defend Shannon which descends into a yelling match where Alexis attempts to get Andy to step in, in the process calling Gina and Emily "tweedle dee and tweedle dumb". Leading to Emily unleashing on Alexis, to which Alexis asks if Emily wants to hit her. Shannon clarifies that they did break up in Thanksgiving 2022, however they got back together without a title and were inseparable until 10 days post her DUI. Alexis focuses on the semantics. Emily doesn't understand why Tamra is friends with Alexis. Although Emily's the one that brought Alexis back on the show, she states they are mere "social friends". The trainer Shannon and Alexis shared apparently moved to a new gym and brought Alexis and John with them, Shannon and Alexis continue to bicker.
(Left to right) Emily, Shannon, and Alexis, all arguing with each other
Alexis clarifies the "lies" Shannon tells when prompted by a viewer question. Shannon knew the facelift was a loan and Shannon did not pay for everything in the relationship, Shannon and Alexis bicker. Alexis interrupts when Shannon is asked by a viewer question on why she thinks John would be willing to shell out large lump sums despite their "contentious relationship". Andy shuts Alexis down. Shannon explains she thought John sold his share on his company, Alexis interrupts again. Shannon clarifies that John only got $5 million while others got $50 million. Shannon and Alexis argue, the ladies beg Alexis to let Shannon talk. Gina defends Shannon by explaining Alexis did not give Shannon time to grieve her relationship and instead flaunts it. Alexis understands. Andy asks lawyer Emily regarding the loan, who states a promissory note cannot be given out retroactively. Alexis provides texts and emails from John stating it is a loan from 2022. A reel of John's confession stating $40,000 was given to Shannon with the promise of return in 4 months. Shannon is brought to tears of frustration. Emily steps in, still doesn't understand why John wouldn't just accept the full amount Shannon offered. Alexis states the season was still filming and if John signs the mutual non disparagement agreement Shannon can go on and make more lies. Emily says then it can be addressed at the reunion. Gina questions why John doesn't want to file after the season's done filming if he doesn't want it discussed. Shannon states John's reason is statute of limitations. Andy wonders now the season's over why doesn't John accept the offer. Alexis challenges Shannon to offer the full amount again, to which Shannon announces John had lost his chance.
(Left to right) Alexis, Jenn, and Katie hanging out in Jenn's Instagram post
Heather inquires Katie and Jenn's insights as they are closer to Alexis. Katie and Jenn see both sides but Katie states she understands more when Alexis explained the non-disparagement agreement. Emily steps in with if they both signed it, neither of them would be able to say anything. Emily and Alexis argue. Jenn said she asks John regarding the timing of their relationship, Katie agrees that it is suspicious as the season was filming at the time. Emily also questioned Alexis in an Unseen Footage. John explains it as statute of limitation. Shannon states John has never mentioned the loan, even when they broke up. Alexis refutes with that they were in negotiation. Emily brings up Shannon did not get a demand letter until January 2024, during filming. Shannon states People Magazine received the complaint the day before John filed, and it was the day of Jenn's Fiesta Party. Shannon attributes Alexis's strange behavior at the party to the imminent announcement. The sixth Unseen Footage of this episode supports it.
Gina holding Shannon's hand during John and Alexis' confessional
In John's confessional he states he has no intention of ever releasing the Ring footage, despite that he has kept it. Shannon would be the only person that is welcomed to see it, says John. Shannon does not remember what might be on the video at all. Jenn questions on why is the video being discussed if it's never going to see the light of day. Alexis regrets the timing of bringing the video up. Alexis thinks it is just as difficult for her to film as well as Shannon. Andy questions again why John won't take Shannon's offer as the season's over, and the "veiled threats" of the video as extortion. Shannon, Emily, and Alexis argue. Everyone is yelling through the confusion of Alexis suddenly saying she doesn't know what John's going to do as she is not John, despite speaking for him the entire season. Andy ends the segment with Alexis' goal now for her relationship with Shannon. Alexis states if Katie and Heather can be amicable, so can they. Katie and Heather both express that they are not amicable. Alexis thinks they can co-exist. Shannon does not want anything to do with Alexis and gleefully waves goodbye when Andy sends Alexis off with good lucks of the wedding. Shannon takes a breather.
Shannon is emotional in her trailer regarding the statements made by John. Shannon's makeup artist Pamela points out Tamra stayed out of it because she doesn't want to take the heat. Emily never wants to see Alexis again. Heather thinks John only made himself look worse from the confessionals. Shannon appreciates Gina's support when back from break.
Emily Simpson[]
Season 18[]
Emily and Katie discuss Shannon's breakdown in A Picture Worth A Thousand Words, Emily clarifies she knows Alexis for years but they are not within each other's close knit circle of friends. Katie wonders if Emily can talk to Alexis for Shannon's sake. Emily tells Alexis about Shannon's current mental state in Catwalks and Catfights after learning about the video and attempts for show her the malicious behavior she's portraying. Alexis remains defensive and thinks nothing malicious has been done, despite her mentioning the video. Alexis feels attacked and refuses to go to dinner. Emily tells the ladies her conversation with Alexis did not go well at dinner. The next day, Alexis, Tamra, Gina, and Emily attend biscuit making class. Alexis tells the ladies that she's willing to move on. Emily thinks it's a bit awkward between herself and Alexis since their talk last night. Gina and Emily want Alexis to understand their support for Shannon does not translate to an attack on her. After Heather's fashion show, Emily pulls Alexis aside and asks Alexis to reach a resolution with Shannon. Gina and Emily ask Shannon if she'd be comfortable having a conversation with Alexis, Shannon does not think it's healthy for her. Emily gives Alexis the no-go signal across the room.
Emily and Tamra talk in the kitchen at Jenn's Fiesta Party in Singled Out, Emily was excited about the drama free girls night with Shannon not attending, but nonetheless confronted with Alexis' sudden mood change that swept the atmosphere. Tamra and Emily hide as Gina and Alexis go to the restroom as the other ladies set up Jenga Truth & Dare. Emily brings up Heather only asking her to bring jeans to Heather's Fashion Show in Sonoma, and she feels hurt about being singled out. Heather apologizes and doesn't understand why Emily is projecting her insecurities onto her. Gina brings up that it's not really about her but Emily's insecurities. Heather is defensive although Emily recognizes Heather does not have malicious intentions. Emily brings up that Alexis and her were wearing the same dress. Emily is crying and now arguing with both Heather and Alexis. Heather thinks Emily keeps coming at her despite already apologizing. Alexis interrupts leading to a screaming match between her and Emily. Half the ladies leaves for the bar, Emily catches up to Heather and wants to talk one on one. They argue, ending with Emily storming off and back to the other ladies. Alexis is mad and thinks Emily is comparing their sizes, with Gina, Emily, and Jenn explaining to Alexis it is not why the same dress was brought up. Gina consoles Emily and thinks Heather is on the defensive rather than seeing it through Emily's point of view. In the house, Heather and Alexis vent to Tamra, Jenn, and Katie. Emily and Gina rejoin and announce they are leaving, Heather and Emily immediately start arguing again, Alexis interrupts leading to another screaming match. Emily and Gina leave.
Emily, Gina, and Tamra have coffee in The Elephant in the Room, they talk about Emily, Heather, and Alexis's conflict in Singled Out. Gina mentions Alexis saying something big is coming the following days, the ladies assume it's about the Ring footage. However, People magazine publicly announces John's lawsuit against Shannon hours later. Shannon facetimes her daughter Adeline, who's studying at NYU. Shannon told Adeline her tour with Vicki went well, and it was a well needed break from John's lawsuit. Shannon feels lonely as an empty-nester and is now forced to face the ongoing lawsuit again. People magazine reports the lawsuit publicly, Tamra sees the article and calls Shannon, who did not pick up. Shannon butt dials Tamra, rather than hanging up Tamra listens to Shannon's break down to her team. Tamra overhears Shannon thinking Alexis is behind the article release. Tamra then calls and updates Heather, Tamra doesn't think Alexis is behind the article. Heather states "John has historically said he doesn't like to be in the spotlight. This (People magazine article) would be counterintuitive to that". Heather doesn't understand Alexis and John's rationale and feels bad for Shannon.
Tamra brings up Shannon's butt dial and she thinks Alexis is behind the People article in The Elephant in the Room, Katie agrees with Shannon and Tamra defends Alexis. Shannon in her confessional affirms her belief, stating when Jim Bellino and Alexis sued her and Tamra it was in the press before Shannon and Tamra were served. Tamra thinks Shannon is just jealous that Alexis stole her man. Emily thinks John should have just signed the non-disparagement clause and take the 75k Shannon agreed to pay, while Tamra, Shane, and Ryan disagree. We cut to Shannon cuddling with Archie in bed, Shannon expresses that she is alone and she has Archie.
At dinner in Double Decker Drama, Shannon confronts Tamra about Alexis' texts, Tamra thinks its between Shannon and Alexis. Emily defends Shannon, stating if everything Shannon does is put under the microscope, the same should apply to Alexis. Argument ensued between Shannon and Tamra, escalating to Tamra putting her hand in Shannon's face. Shannon storms off to the restroom with Heather and Emily following. Both Shannon and Tamra and exhausted with each other, the ladies agree they need a breather. In Reunion Part 3 Gina and Emily defend Shannon which descends into a yelling match where Alexis attempts to get Andy to step in, in the process calling Gina and Emily "tweedle dee and tweedle dumb". Leading to Emily unleashing on Alexis, to which Alexis asks if Emily wants to hit her. Emily states she never wants to see Alexis again during break.
Heather Dubrow[]
Season 18[]
Alexis visits Heather in Catwalks and Catfights, Heather thinks Alexis and Shannon need to move on, but they will be separated till the fashion show. Heather gives a heartwarming speech regarding her kids and equality after her collaboration fashion show with Family Equality, which resonates with Alexis. Alexis asks Heather for permission to have a conversation with Shannon at her event. Heather and Tamra encourage Alexis to go through with it amidst the loving atmosphere. Heather is invited to the 35th GLAAD Media Award to present Outstanding Reality Television Competition Program Award along with Meredith Marks in Singled Out. Alexis is also in attendance, it is a cause close and dear to both of them.
Gina Kirschenheiter[]
Season 18[]
Alexis, Tamra, Gina, and Emily attend biscuit making class in Catwalks and Catfights. Alexis tells the ladies that she's willing to move on. Gina and Emily want Alexis to understand their support for Shannon does not translate to an attack on her. Gina states she's supporting Shannon because she sees Shannon as her future self had she not stopped drinking. The ladies agree on supporting Shannon.
Alexis arrives at Jenn's Fiesta Party visibly bothered but refusing to tell the ladies what's on her mind in Singled Out. Although stating the issue is not about her and John, and revealing it's about the ongoing legal dispute. Gina understands issues with an ex and consoles Alexis, although still puzzled at why Alexis and John are voluntarily involved in the situation with Shannon. Alexis is overwhelmed by the loss of her mom, breakup with a fiance, and the John and Shannon situation.
Katie Ginella[]
Season 18[]
Tamra brings up Shannon's butt dial at Katie's Couples Dinner Party in The Elephant in the Room and she thinks Alexis is behind the People article, Katie agrees with Shannon and Tamra defends Alexis. A floral arrangement is delivered to the Shannon's 60th Birthday Tea Party for Shannon, from Alexis, with a note attached in You Are Cordially Not Invited. After reading the note, Shannon appreciates the gesture but states it's "9 months too late". Shannon does want anything to do with Alexis. Emily asks if Shannon is going to send Alexis a thank you note. Shannon reveals she "pre-wrote" a text to Alexis (transcript below) that clarifies she is not invited, to the ladies' surprise and glee. Although the ladies do think it's a bit too harsh, Katie and Jenn offer to relay the information to Alexis in person. Emily thinks Shannon should just send the text. On another day, Katie and Jenn arrive at Alexis' to deliver the bad news. Alexis is flabbergasted that Shannon did not take on the olive branch she offered after 8 months of her tormenting Shannon. Katie and Jenn inform Alexis about the text Shannon sent her, wishing Shannon had "soften" the language (she did not). Alexis is confused about what Shannon is holding on against her, Katie and Jenn remind her of the ongoing lawsuit. John and Alexis appear in the confessional together, John states he brought the suit in action due to the approaching expiration of statue of limitation, and refutes the claim that the money was a gift. Both Katie and Jenn think Alexis is the one that leaked the lawsuit to People. Alexis kicks them out after they attempt to console her.
Heather inquires Katie and Jenn's insights as they are closer to Alexis in Reunion Part 3. Katie and Jenn see both sides but Katie states she understands more when Alexis explained the non-disparagement agreement. Emily steps in with if they both signed it, neither of them would be able to say anything. Emily and Alexis argue. Jenn said she asks John regarding the timing of their relationship, Katie agrees that it is suspicious as the season was filming at the time.
Jennifer Pedranti[]
Season 18[]
A floral arrangement is delivered to the Shannon's 60th Birthday Tea Party for Shannon, from Alexis, with a note attached in You Are Cordially Not Invited. After reading the note, Shannon appreciates the gesture but states it's "9 months too late". Shannon does want anything to do with Alexis. Emily asks if Shannon is going to send Alexis a thank you note. Shannon reveals she "pre-wrote" a text to Alexis (transcript below) that clarifies she is not invited, to the ladies' surprise and glee. Although the ladies do think it's a bit too harsh, Katie and Jenn offer to relay the information to Alexis in person. Emily thinks Shannon should just send the text. On another day, Katie and Jenn arrive at Alexis' to deliver the bad news. Alexis is flabbergasted that Shannon did not take on the olive branch she offered after 8 months of her tormenting Shannon. Katie and Jenn inform Alexis about the text Shannon sent her, wishing Shannon had "soften" the language (she did not). Alexis is confused about what Shannon is holding on against her, Katie and Jenn remind her of the ongoing lawsuit. John and Alexis appear in the confessional together, John states he brought the suit in action due to the approaching expiration of statue of limitation, and refutes the claim that the money was a gift. Both Katie and Jenn think Alexis is the one that leaked the lawsuit to People. Alexis kicks them out after they attempt to console her.
Jenn had gone out with Katie and Alexis for dinner in Unfinished Business, and they decided to throw a tacky bridesmaids dress themed engagement party for Jenn. Heather inquires Katie and Jenn's insights as they are closer to Alexis in Reunion Part 3. Katie and Jenn see both sides but Katie states she understands more when Alexis explained the non-disparagement agreement. Emily steps in with if they both signed it, neither of them would be able to say anything. Emily and Alexis argue. Jenn said she asks John regarding the timing of their relationship, Katie agrees that it is suspicious as the season was filming at the time.
Family[]
Miles Bellino[]
Season 18[]
Alexis reveals her son Miles was blindsided by the engagement in Reunion Part 2. Alexis states they do not all live together and will not be for a while. Andy talks about whether her children's sexuality changed her religious views. Alexis states she understands the pain and judgment, which leads to her bond with Heather.
Mother[]
Season 18[]
Alexis states she was not in a good place after her mom's passing and she was ready to "get back to work" in Reunion Part 2.
Relationships[]
Jim Bellino[]
Season 18[]
Alexis doesn't think she makes the men she dates her identity in Reunion Part 3, prompted by a viewer question. Alexis refutes Heather saying she called Jim "my king". Flashback proves she did call him that. Alexis talks about why things didn't work out with her ex.
John Janssen[]
Season 18[]
Alexis talks to John in Catwalks and Catfights, who is surprised that they are coming off "scheming against Shannon". A floral arrangement is delivered to the Shannon's 60th Birthday Tea Party for Shannon, from Alexis, with a note attached in You Are Cordially Not Invited. After reading the note, Shannon appreciates the gesture but states it's "9 months too late". Shannon does want anything to do with Alexis, Emily agrees as there is an ongoing lawsuit against Shannon Alexis is taking part in. Shannon thinks Alexis is being "coached" by John, to Tamra's disbelief. Tamra reveals Shannon's butt dial the day the lawsuit went public previous episode, stating that she sounds upset. Shannon responds with of course she is upset as a lawsuit against her is out in the press, and proceeds to draw clear boundary between her and Alexis. Emily asks if Shannon is going to send Alexis a thank you note. Shannon reveals she "pre-wrote" a text to Alexis (transcript below) that clarifies she is not invited, to the ladies' surprise and glee. Although the ladies do think it's a bit too harsh, Katie and Jenn offer to relay the information to Alexis in person. Emily thinks Shannon should just send the text. On another day, Katie and Jenn arrive at Alexis' to deliver the bad news. Alexis is flabbergasted that Shannon did not take on the olive branch she offered after 8 months of her tormenting Shannon. Katie and Jenn inform Alexis about the text Shannon sent her, wishing Shannon had "soften" the language (she did not). Alexis is confused about what Shannon is holding on against her, Katie and Jenn remind her of the ongoing lawsuit. John and Alexis appear in the confessional together, John states he brought the suit in action due to the approaching expiration of statue of limitation, and refutes the claim that the money was a gift. Both Katie and Jenn think Alexis is the one that leaked the lawsuit to People. Alexis kicks them out after they attempt to console her.
Alexis visits Tamra with Chlorox to "clean up the sh*t we (they) have to talk about" in Unfinished Business. Alexis Facetimed Tamra and Heather when they were in London while ring shopping. Although Alexis and John are not engaged yet, but Alexis thinks it's "soon". John is "confident" that they will spend the rest of their lives together. Flashback shows John had told Shannon the same thing. John Jansen arrives at Jenn's engagement party when Shannon is telling Katie about her and Matt's "fight". Emily physically lifts Gina up so she can get a better view of Johnny J over the wall. Shannon and Katie are in hysterics over the commotion. Alexis hops in the Escalade and leaves with John. Andy congratulates Alexis' engagement to John in Reunion Part 2. Alexis reveals her son Miles was blindsided by the engagement. Alexis states they do not all live together and will not be for a while.
Shannon (top left) arguing with Alexis (right)
Shannon and Alexis continue their arguing in Reunion Part 3. In an Unseen Footage, Alexis defends John at Heather's New Year Party, stating he's hangry from an argument with Gina in 2022. Alexis claims she Googled John when they first met she saw a flurry of negative statements by Shannon. However, Shannon has always defended John prior to this season, as evident in last season's reunion. The only negative thing Shannon has said about John is she paid for everything in the first half of their relationship. Alexis continues proclaiming about Shannon's lies. Emily joins in incredulous about the non-existent lies, they argue. Alexis invites Shannon to compare numbers as they had done "forensic accounting". Gina doesn't understand why Alexis is involved. Alexis says John had spent $350,000 in the relationship. Everyone is confused on why didn't John sue for more or take Shannon's initial $75,000 offer. Alexis thinks Shannon is lying about the offer and states she only offered $15,000 in a 3 year payment plan. Attorney Emily clarifies all loans are paid in plans in the legal system. Tamra asks why Shannon she's paying even if she doesn't consider it a loan, Shannon just wants John to leave her alone. Viewer questions Alexis' pettiness of lemons and Ferragamo shoes in Alexis and John's engagement photos. Alexis and Shannon start arguing about all the gifts in their relationships. In an Unseen Footage, Emily questions Alexis' intention in posting photos that are digs toward Shannon. Alexis is bewildered as she states she doesn't think about Shannon at all. In turn, the ladies ask her to be more considerate for Shannon. Emily defends Shannon.
Shannon and John backstage of Celebrity Family Feud in April 2023
Alexis is fine with Heather sharing her having sex with John 4 times a day. Shannon was in the restroom when it's shared at Heather's New Year Party. Heather later relayed that to Shannon at dinner in an Unseen Footage. Heather still thinks John wants to be in "the spotlight" because he continues to date Housewives. A reel of John and Alexis' confessional plays. John states he was single for a year before meeting Alexis, and their relationship is organic. Shannon has text evidence of John sending her "I love you" 2 months before meeting Alexis. Alexis refutes Shannon and John were together for 5 years, stating that John told her they broke up "the day after Thanksgiving 2022". Gina and Emily defend Shannon which descends into a yelling match where Alexis attempts to get Andy to step in, in the process calling Gina and Emily "tweedle dee and tweedle dumb". Leading to Emily unleashing on Alexis, to which Alexis asks if Emily wants to hit her. Shannon clarifies that they did break up in Thanksgiving 2022, however they got back together without a title and were inseparable until 10 days post her DUI. Alexis focuses on the semantics. Emily doesn't understand why Tamra is friends with Alexis. Although Emily's the one that brought Alexis back on the show, she states they are mere "social friends". The trainer Shannon and Alexis shared apparently moved to a new gym and brought Alexis and John with them, Shannon and Alexis continue to bicker.
(Left to right) Emily, Shannon, and Alexis, all arguing with each other
Alexis clarifies the "lies" Shannon tells when prompted by a viewer question. Shannon knew the facelift was a loan and Shannon did not pay for everything in the relationship, Shannon and Alexis bicker. Alexis interrupts when Shannon is asked by a viewer question on why she thinks John would be willing to shell out large lump sums despite their "contentious relationship". Andy shuts Alexis down. Shannon explains she thought John sold his share on his company, Alexis interrupts again. Shannon clarifies that John only got $5 million while others got $50 million. Shannon and Alexis argue, the ladies beg Alexis to let Shannon talk. Gina defends Shannon by explaining Alexis did not give Shannon time to grieve her relationship and instead flaunts it. Alexis understands. Andy asks lawyer Emily regarding the loan, who states a promissory note cannot be given out retroactively. Alexis provides texts and emails from John stating it is a loan from 2022. A reel of John's confession stating $40,000 was given to Shannon with the promise of return in 4 months. Shannon is brought to tears of frustration. Emily steps in, still doesn't understand why John wouldn't just accept the full amount Shannon offered. Alexis states the season was still filming and if John signs the mutual non disparagement agreement Shannon can go on and make more lies. Emily says then it can be addressed at the reunion. Gina questions why John doesn't want to file after the season's done filming if he doesn't want it discussed. Shannon states John's reason is statute of limitations. Andy wonders now the season's over why doesn't John accept the offer. Alexis challenges Shannon to offer the full amount again, to which Shannon announces John had lost his chance.
(Left to right) Alexis, Jenn, and Katie hanging out in Jenn's Instagram post
Heather inquires Katie and Jenn's insights as they are closer to Alexis. Katie and Jenn see both sides but Katie states she understands more when Alexis explained the non-disparagement agreement. Emily steps in with if they both signed it, neither of them would be able to say anything. Emily and Alexis argue. Jenn said she asks John regarding the timing of their relationship, Katie agrees that it is suspicious as the season was filming at the time. Emily also questioned Alexis in an Unseen Footage. John explains it as statute of limitation. Shannon states John has never mentioned the loan, even when they broke up. Alexis refutes with that they were in negotiation. Emily brings up Shannon did not get a demand letter until January 2024, during filming. Shannon states People Magazine received the complaint the day before John filed, and it was the day of Jenn's Fiesta Party. Shannon attributes Alexis's strange behavior at the party to the imminent announcement. The sixth Unseen Footage of this episode supports it.
Gina holding Shannon's hand during John and Alexis' confessional
In John's confessional he states he has no intention of ever releasing the Ring footage, despite that he has kept it. Shannon would be the only person that is welcomed to see it, says John. Shannon does not remember what might be on the video at all. Jenn questions on why is the video being discussed if it's never going to see the light of day. Alexis regrets the timing of bringing the video up. Alexis thinks it is just as difficult for her to film as well as Shannon. Andy questions again why John won't take Shannon's offer as the season's over, and the "veiled threats" of the video as extortion. Shannon, Emily, and Alexis argue. Everyone is yelling through the confusion of Alexis suddenly saying she doesn't know what John's going to do as she is not John, despite speaking for him the entire season. Andy ends the segment with Alexis' goal now for her relationship with Shannon. Alexis states if Katie and Heather can be amicable, so can they. Katie and Heather both express that they are not amicable. Alexis thinks they can co-exist. Shannon does not want anything to do with Alexis and gleefully waves goodbye when Andy sends Alexis off with good lucks of the wedding. Shannon takes a breather.
Shannon is emotional in her trailer regarding the statements made by John. Shannon's makeup artist Pamela points out Tamra stayed out of it because she doesn't want to take the heat. Emily never wants to see Alexis again. Heather thinks John only made himself look worse from the confessionals. Shannon appreciates Gina's support when back from break.
Gallery[]
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Filmography[]
TBA
Taglines[]
| "Am I high maintenance? Of course I am, look at me." | ||
| "God is my savior, my husband is my king, and my body? It's sinful." | ||
| "I thank God every day for my life, and you would, too." | ||
| "I don’t need to prove anything. I know who I am and God does too." | ||
Trivia[]
- Alexis appeared in fourteen out of twenty episodes in the eighteenth season of The Real Housewives of Orange County; the first season in which she is credited as a 'Friend of the Housewives'. The episodes that she did not appear in were: the fourth, eighth, twelfth, fourteenth, fifteenth and sixteenth.
- She appeared in the fourteenth season of The Real Housewives of Orange County to have lunch with current main cast member, Emily Simpson. This broke up the nine season gap between her last season to appear as a 'Housewife' and first to appear as a ‘Friend of the Housewives'.