Here Comes Honey Boo Boo

By now most people have heard of the surprisingly popular show, Here Comes Honey Boo Boo. It came as quite a shock how much of a hit the show became in such a little period of time, but somehow it captured the attention of viewers. The show follows the eccentric family of Alana Thompson, who became famous for her appearances on TLC's Toddlers and Tiaras. Although the show is quite entertaining, following the lives of a "redneck" family, who enjoy dumpster diving and bobbing for raw pig's feet, it has caused much controversy about how the family lives their lives.

One of the newest headlines coming from the show is the birth of 18 year old Anna's daughter, Kaitlyn, who was born with three thumbs. Although not a life threatening issue to the newborn, the news blew up on the Internet causing quite the controversy with the already news-making family. This wasn't the last of the news that the world heard about baby Kaitlyn either, a few weeks later there was more controversy when photos surfaced of the newborn being given Mountain Dew with her pacifier. Many started to question the family and the diet that they allowed their children to follow, especially after several more episodes highlighted the eating habits of Alana herself; finding her consuming copious amounts of sugars throughout the day.

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The next biggest controversy that has faced the family is the jail time that several of the cast members have faced. June Shannon, Alana's mother, served four days in prison after her landlord sued the family for unpaid rent and bills; once she had paid the money she was released and sent on her way. Unfortunately, June is not the only member of the family with a criminal record, Mike "Sugar Bear" Thompson, also faced jail time due to a crime spree, leaving him with a sentence of five years in jail. Many began to wonder if this family was fit to raise the four children they had, but none of this stopped them from continuing on with their life; letting none of the controversy or negative comments affect them.

 

Although I have only seen the show a handful of times, I will not lie, it is quite entertaining, much like all the other pointless reality television shows that air every day. Would I go out of my way to watch it? Probably not, but if it's conveniently on I would probably tune in. Despite all the controversy the show and family has faced, it was recently announced that the show has been renewed for a second season, as well as several holiday episodes. Will you be tuning in to the new season of Here Comes Honey Boo Bo, or is it really just not your cup of tea?