The star of 'The Real Housewives of Orange County' is caught on camera blowing into an ignition interlock device while back behind the wheel 11 months after the arrest.
- August 29, 2024
AceShowbiz - Shannon Beador, the 60-year-old "The Real Housewives of Orange County" star, was recently photographed driving a car. As she entered the vehicle, she was seen blowing into an ignition interlock device, a breathalyzer used to prevent impaired drivers from starting their cars.
Beador's arrest in September 2023 involved driving under the influence and clipping a Newport Beach house before fleeing the scene. She sustained injuries in the crash, including a fractured wrist.
Despite prosecutors requesting a 30-day jail sentence, Beador was sentenced to three years of probation, 40 hours of community service, and a nine-month alcohol program. She has since paid for the property damage she caused.
Beador has apologized for her actions and has expressed remorse for the incident. She has also enrolled in an outpatient behavioral wellness program.
Days after her arrest, Beador was spotted with bruises and scratches, believed to be from the crash. However, her attorney emphasized that she is not an alcoholic.
Beador's co-stars had previously expressed concerns about her drinking habits, especially during her relationship with John Janssen, who is now dating Alexis Bellino.
Despite the incident, Beador is expected to appear at BravoCon this weekend.