Mama June Shannon and her husband Justin Stroud got married for the second time on February 18, 2023, in an intimate oceanfront ceremony at the SpringHill Suites in Panama City, Florida. Mama June wore a white halter neck gown from David’s Bridal, while Justin wore a tuxedo with a turquoise vest and tie from E&S Formal in Montgomery, Alabama.
All four of Mama June’s daughters, Alana, Lauryn, Jessica, and Anna, as well as her grandchildren Stella, Sylus, and Bentley Efird, attended the wedding. It was the first time in years that the family was all together. The couple had previously married in a Georgia courthouse in March 2022. The couple had no groomsmen or bridesmaids, and all four of Mama June’s daughters walked her down the aisle, while Justin’s mother walked him down the aisle.
The couple’s first dance was to Ed Sheeran’s “Thinking Out Loud,” and their cake, made by Cakes By Ricca, had six different flavors. Mama June’s history of dating has been surrounded by controversy, including a relationship with convicted sex offender Mark McDaniel in 2014 and drug possession charges in 2019 that caused her to lose custody of her daughter Alanna. Her half-sister Lauryn “Pumpkin” Efird became Alanna’s legal guardian. Mama June and Justin had undergone weight-loss surgery in the past to deal with their health issues related to weight.
In the fall of 2022, Mama June was hospitalized with severe headaches and dizziness, but she made it clear that she had not relapsed into drug use. Justin stayed with her during her hospitalization. Mama June has dealt with other health issues in the past related to her weight. Both she and her ex-boyfriend Geno Doak underwent weight-loss surgery to shed significant pounds. The surgery helped her lose around 300 pounds, but she ultimately gained back most of it.
Mama June and Justin’s marriage will be featured in an episode of Mama June: Family Crisis, which will premiere on May 5 on WE tv. The reality show has followed Mama June and her family since 2012 and has chronicled their highs and lows over the years. Mama June’s daughters have been a significant part of the show, and the wedding allowed the family to come together after a long period of separation. The family’s journey and Mama June’s experiences have raised significant discussion and concern in the public about the impact of reality shows on mental health, family relationships, and addiction.
The marriage of Mama June Shannon and Justin Stroud is a significant event for the family, who have had a long and tumultuous journey together. Their wedding ceremony marked a beautiful moment of unity, and their story highlighted the struggles and challenges of life in the public eye. Despite the difficulties, Mama June and her family continue to persevere and support each other through the highs and lows of life.
