In the wild world of reality TV, certain characters captivate audiences with their unique stories. One such character is Sugar Bear, who rose to fame on the hit show Here Comes Honey Boo Boo. Sugar Bear has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. In fact, he has grabbed headlines for his awe-inspiring physical transformation. With a newfound dedication to his health and well-being, Sugar Bear has shed his old shell and embraced a healthier lifestyle.
So, let’s take a deep dive into Sugar Bear’s sweet evolution and how he has made positive changes in his life. From battling the temptations of sugary treats to adopting a more active routine, Sugar Bear has made quite the change. With his personal triumphs and struggles to be more dedicated to his family, Sugar Bear is proof that change is inevitable. So, without further ado, let’s delve right in.
The Rise To Fame: Sugar Bear As A Reality Star
Sugar Bear’s journey to fame began when he first appeared on the reality show Here Comes Honey Boo Boo alongside his daughter, Alana Thompson AKA Honey Boo Boo. The show depicted the lives of the Thompson family and their unique dynamics. Even more, it ended up capturing the hearts of viewers around the nation. Sugar Bear quickly gained popularity for some good reasons as well as a handful of bad ones.
Sugar Bear’s Makeover And Transformation
It’s never too late to embark on a journey of personal improvement and more than ever, Sugar Bear is proof of that. In 2022, the star’s father underwent some dramatic transformations that practically changed his physical appearance for the better. Thanks to the hard work of Dr. Joseph Goodman, he got some pricey dentures.
The Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist took out all of the reality TV star’s 20 rooting teeth and put in some pearly dentures. Altogether, that procedure alone cost a whopping $35,000. That wasn’t all, as Honey Boo Boo’s father also got a good dose of Botox from Dr. David Saadat. It was applied on his forehead and around his eyes which went a long way to shave years off him. This all came for the price of $1,800. As a final touch, Sugar Bear got a full-on hair transplant and shelled out a total of $30,000 for that procedure. At the helm of that aspect of his transformation was Jacques Abrahamian from the LA FUE Hair Clinic in Pasadena, California.
His Relationship With His Daughter, Honey Boo Boo
It is no secret that Sugar Bear’s relationship with Honey Boo Boo has been contentious to say the very least. Back in 2018, when she was 12 years old, the reality TV star revealed that her relationship with her dad was practically non-existent. She told People magazine, “He calls me every once in a while… He doesn’t really call me that much, which is kind of sad because he’s supposed to be my father and I think if he’s my father, you should call me more.”
On the subject, her mother, Mama June Shannon, added, “There’s so much hurt from the past that has brought us to where we’re at today, so honestly for me, he’s got to show her – not me – that he wants to step up and be a father and that he wants to do what he needs to do.” Though they were not legally married and engaged for a total of 16 months, the couple officially split in 2014. He admitted to cheating on her with men.
He has since moved on with Jennifer Lamb and even ended up marrying her. Whether or not that’s one of the reasons his relationship with his daughter is strained remains unknown. More recently, in 2022, he signed over custody of his daughter to Joshua Efird, Lauryn “Pumpkin” Shannon‘s husband. Notably, it was an emotional moment for him but Honey Boo Boo was not buying it. She said, “My dad has always been the one to just get emotional over things that like — like me and stuff — but it’s not like a real emotion… It’s all just an act. He just wants folks to feel bad for him.” It would seem that things only worsened as a 2023 report states that they are no longer in contact.
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