Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson seeks $150K from 'Shark Tank' for college after discovering Mama June spent her earnings

During an episode, it was revealed that Mama June withdrew funds from Alana's Coogan account, a trust set up to safeguard child stars' earnings
PUBLISHED MAR 28, 2024
Honey Boo Boo takes to TikTok to solicit $150K from 'Shark Tank' for college (Getty Images)
Honey Boo Boo takes to TikTok to solicit $150K from 'Shark Tank' for college (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Alana Thompson, famously known as 'Honey Boo Boo' from the reality show 'Here Comes Honey Boo Boo,' took to TikTok with a lighthearted but poignant request to the investors of 'Shark Tank.'

Amid revelations that her mother, Mama June Shannon, had spent a substantial portion of her earnings, Alana humorously appealed for financial assistance to fund her college education, as per OK! Magazine.

Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson's plea to 'Shark Tank'


@lanaaaaaa.0 Just kidding...or am I? 😂 Sharks, if you're ready to make a deal, count me in! 🦈 * Oh, and let's keep the lashes hush-hush until my glam session tomorrow! #SharkTank #DealTime #honeybooboo #fyp ♬ original sound - tiktokcontent

 

In her TikTok video, Alana humorously sought $150K from the Sharks to support her nursing education, offering a 10% equity stake in return. With a witty caption overlaying her video, she teased the possibility of sealing the deal with the investors, all while maintaining her signature charm.

 (@LANAAAAAA.0/TIKTOK)
Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson asks 'Shark Tank' for $150K after learning Mama June spent her college money (@LANAAAAAA.0/TIKTOK)

"Hey Sharks! Seeking $150K to fund my nursing education! In exchange, you'll gain 10% equity (I'll be your go-to nurse for all your family's little ones!)" she wrote over a video of her blinking at the camera.

"Just kidding... or am I?" she wrote in the caption. "Sharks, if you're ready to make a deal, count me in! Oh, and let's keep the lashes hush-hush until my glam session tomorrow!"

Fans rallied behind Alana, expressing solidarity and offering words of encouragement in the comments section. Many empathized with her situation and advocated for legal action against Mama June to reclaim what rightfully belonged to Alana.

"You need to get Pumpkin and sue your mama!" one follower said, while another user wrote, "You’ll get it funded . You have a huge platform built around you. We have all watched you grow up . You deserve all the support and you’re followers are hear you."

A third pointed out, "As someone who dealt with the same thing , literally finding out when it was time to leave for college, sue her."

A fourth user wrote, "Take her to court just for what is rightfully urs are. ask payment."

Another user wrote, "In exchange you can have mama June."

Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson contemplates legal action against Mama June Shannon

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Mama June admitted spending 80% of Alana's 'Honey Boo Boo's past earnings (Getty Images)

Tensions rise in the Shannon family as accusations of financial mismanagement surface, with Mama June Shannon facing backlash from her daughter, Alana Thompson.

In the latest episode of 'Mama June: Family Crisis', which aired on Friday, March 22, Mama June found herself at the center of a storm as her children confronted her over allegations of misappropriating Alana's earnings.

During the episode, it was revealed that Mama June had withdrawn funds from Alana's Coogan account, a trust set up to safeguard child stars' earnings. Alana expressed frustration, stating, "Mama's really pissing me off because she’s trying to make everything about her damn self and it's like where’s my money?"

In a heated family meeting, Mama June presented a statement of Alana's Coogan account, showing significantly less than expected. Alana's elder sister, Lauryn "Pumpkin" Efird, voiced disbelief, claiming the amount should have been "at least over $200,000."

Mama June defended her actions, alleging that a significant portion of Alana's earnings had been spent on necessities and investments for the family.

Alana, adamant about reclaiming her funds, expressed her intention to pursue legal action if necessary. She asserted, "I do expect the money to be paid back, or we're going to take (June) to court."

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