We think it’s fair to say that Alexis Bellino and John Janssen are up there as some of the biggest reality TV villains of the year.
When Alexis returned to The Real Housewives of Orange County this season, viewers struggled to take her seriously because she focused on making John look better instead of cultivating connections with her co-stars.
There have been several on-screen bust-ups between Alexis and her castmates, including John’s ex-girlfriend Shannon Beador.
In a new interview with Us Weekly, John and Alexis opened up about the vitriol towards them from viewers since appearing on the Bravo reality series.
“What’s so difficult is that it’s, like, we’re in a vortex where all of the hate is based on things that aren’t true,” John told the outlet.
“And me having no voice has been very difficult.”
John has been adamant in the past about wanting to stay away from the reality TV cameras, so fans of RHOC were surprised last week when he appeared in a confessional to drag Shannon.
John said Alexis tried to help him
The 62-year-old said Alexis “feels the responsibility to try and help” him.
However, he said that she was being criticized for doing so.
“It’s a tough no-win deal,” John conceded before Alexis told the interviewer, “It’s OK cause now it’s done.”
“We can close that door and open the door to the wedding,” she added, hinting that her time on the reality series could once again be over.
Producers won’t make casting decisions for months yet, but given how crucial she’s been to the overall storyline this season, there’s a slight chance she could score a promotion to a full-time cast member.
However, it could also be the case that Alexis and John are choosing to leave the show behind and focus on their relationship because it is true that they are in a no-win situation.
Once viewers pick sides, it’s hard for the narrative to change.
Has the sun set on Alexis and John returning to RHOC?
Shannon is a pivotal part of the cast; viewers have warmed to her over the years.
Her storyline this season has been deeply personal, and fans are invested.
Meanwhile, Alexis and John’s relationship has been moving quickly. The pair recently announced their engagement after nine months of dating.
Tamra Judge recently confirmed they’ve already set a date for their big day and admitted that she’d like Alexis to score a promotion and move on from the Shannon drama.
The couple is making some big strides, but it may no longer be seen on reality TV.
Alexis still has some appearances to make on RHOC Season 18 and is expected to cause quite a storm at the reunion.
Host Andy Cohen recently said the season-ending event was calm until the former orange holder arrived on the stage.
The Real Housewives of Orange County airs on Bravo on Thursdays at 8/7c. Stream Seasons 1-18 on Peacock.
Goodbye and good riddance! You deserve each other, and no one wants to see you back on the show next year!!!!!
Goodbye JJ’s. You’re both toxic. Go live your life away from the cameras no one wants to see you. I stopped watching but if you’re gone I’ll come back!! Take Tamara with you too.
I can’t stand Alexis/John. Do not bring them back next season. They are hateful people. They deserve each other. Let’s see how long the marriage lasts if it even happens. 9 months of dating/marriage……. seriously??
I think John should’ve “spoken up” years sooner if things with Shannon were so horrific. He was with her for more than 3 years. This is Alexis flaunting her relationship down Shannon’s throat. Getting “Johnny J” to sue Shannon for the 75 grand outta spite and jealousy. Then not taking the settlement with the non disparagement clause in it…simply because he wants to hold it for black mail?!? Then…the man goes on the show and starts trying to bash Shannon😑
Loser! Loser! Loser! Leave Shannon alone, take Alexis, and Tamra too at this point, and get off of my tv screen! #ByeFelicias
Alexis is SO SET n being engaged/newly married. She nagged her ex-fiancé about “getting engaged” almost immediately after they started dating (as seen with her on Below Deck with him). So I imagine she stated on John about it shortly after the 1st date.
Good riddance. Bullies don’t belong on the show . Tamra Judge is never going to be a true friend to anyone. She can’t continue to drink and be a jerk.. so embarrassing at the dinner party
Bye. Alexis, don’t let the door hit ya in your Jesus Jugs or John in his gold digging ass… he needed to pay for that ring! 👋🏼
I believe john knew who Alexis was she sued Shannon in the past so he went after her and dated her when she was vulnerable after her mother’s death and the same with Shannon after her hard divorce I think he picks on vulnerable woman plus Alexis is nasty to Shannon and tried to air her dirty laundry about videos mind your business Alexis and good ridden to you