Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson Flaunts Slimmer Figure In Photos After Weight Loss Procedure

Feb 17, 2023

Alana Thompson, also known as "Honey Boo Boo," was born on Aug. 28, 2005, in McIntyre, Georgia. She rose to fame as a child beauty pageant contestant on the reality television show "Toddlers & Tiaras," which aired from 2009 to 2013. Her charismatic personality and unique catchphrases made her a fan favorite, leading to her own spin-off show, "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo," which premiered in 2012.

Alana's upbringing was not typical of a child beauty pageant contestant. She was raised in a small town in rural Georgia by her mother, June Shannon, who had four daughters by different fathers. Her family struggled financially, and June's relationship with her partner, Mike "Sugar Bear" Thompson, was unstable.

Despite these challenges, Alana's mother encouraged her to participate in beauty pageants, and Alana quickly developed a passion for performing. She won numerous titles, including "Supreme Grand Supreme" and "Ultimate Grand Supreme," and her sassy personality made her a standout on the competition circuit.

When "Toddlers & Tiaras" premiered, Alana's antics and catchphrases, such as "A dolla makes me holla" and "You better redneckognize," became internet memes and made her an overnight sensation. Her unique blend of southern charm, confidence, and humor won over viewers and made her a beloved figure in popular culture.

In 2012, Alana and her family were given their own reality show, "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo," which followed their daily lives and highlighted their quirky personalities. The show was a massive success, drawing in millions of viewers and making Alana and her family household names. However, the show also drew criticism for its portrayal of rural, working-class families and for the emphasis on beauty pageants for young girls.

The success of "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo" led to a number of other opportunities for Alana, including appearances on talk shows and reality competitions. She also released a book in 2013 called "How to Honey Boo Boo: The Complete Guide on How to Redneckognize the Honey Boo Boo in You."

In 2014, the show was canceled after reports surfaced that Alana's mother was dating a convicted sex offender. The controversy led to a public outcry, and TLC, the network that aired the show, decided to pull the plug.

Since the cancellation of "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo," Alana has largely stayed out of the public eye. She has continued to attend school and has expressed interest in pursuing a career in the entertainment industry. In 2019, she appeared on the reality show "Dancing with the Stars: Juniors," where she was partnered with professional dancer Tristan Ianiero.

Despite the ups and downs of her career, Alana remains a beloved figure in popular culture. Her unique personality and infectious charm have endeared her to millions of fans, and her impact on the beauty pageant industry and reality television cannot be overstated. While she may no longer be the star of her own reality show, fans still continue to follow Alana's journey.

Alana grew up before our very eyes, and now she is becoming an adult of her own. The 17-year-old thrilled fans when she posted a photograph looking leaner and healthier as she entered her senior year of high school.

In August of 2022, Alana posted multiple photos on her Instagram showing her excitement for her new school year ahead. She captioned the senior pictures of herself and said, "senior year!! 💗" She was pictured wearing a black top with a beautiful smile as well as some fun senior picture poses. 

The pictures collection garnered more than 75,000 impressions and many comments. The world couldn't believe Alana had grown up so fast! One person commented on her pictures and said, "So amazing. So proud of you." Another wrote, "OMG 😢😢 you're growing up so fast Congratulations ❤️❤️❤️❤️" 

Aside from fans adoring and applauding Alana over the senior pictures, her manager, Gina Rodriguez, said the star had more exciting personal news. She told E! In July 2022, Alana would be going through a weight loss procedure before starting her senior year of high school. She added the star has been on a weight loss journey for some time. 

"Yes it's true she is having it done next month," Rodriguez said about Alana undergoing a minimally invasive procedure. "It's a non-surgical procedure, suture sculpt endoscopic sleeve," Rodriguez added. 

Rodriguez went on to say, "Alana has been losing weight for months now and wants to do the procedure because she thinks it will help her lose more and keep it off." 

TMZ also reported at the time, Alana had reached 275 pounds and was hoping the surgery would help her reach her goal weight of 150 pounds.

On Jan. 31, 2023, Alana posted photos on Instagram of herself looking leaner and healthier, which thrilled her followers. In the pictures, Alana was dressed in a denim jacket over a red top, paired with black flared pants and sneakers that showed off her recent weight loss. Her fans couldn't help but admire her trim figure and took to the comments like a house on fire.

"Looking good, young lady!! Been falling you since you were on tiara and toddlers. Lost a lot of weight!!!" one fan commented while another wrote, "You look so beautiful. You have put the work in kiddo and it shows❤️"

What do you think of Alana's recent weight loss? Have you been following her journey since her Honey Boo Boo days? Let us know, and be sure to pass this on to friends and family, too.