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Vicki Gunvalson see the similarities between them Shannon Beadorex girlfriend, John Jansenand his ex-fiancé, Steve Lodge.
Following the news of Shannon’s split from John, who reportedly “blindsided” Shannon when he broke up in November 2022 just a week after filming ended. Real Housewives of Orange County season 17, Vicki reacted to the news in an Instagram comment, making it clear that she is not a fan of John and his narcissistic behavior.
“Honestly, what I wish the most was that they did this after filming,” a fan wrote after reading a headline about Shannon and John’s split.
“It’s a lot to give Steve Lodge,” said Best of Bravo he replied after sharing the article on Instagram.
And Vicki, who shot the scene for 17 seasons last year, agrees.
“I said the same thing,” he shared. “These people use women like Shannon [and] I am for my own benefit. A narcissist.”
Speaking to PEOPLE the week after she and John split, Shannon admitted to thinking she would spend the rest of her life with him now.
“We were in a good place. But seven days later, when the cameras went down, it was a very different story. He told me he was done with the relationship. And hearing what he said to me was devastating,” he said. “I have never loved anyone as much as I love John. But clearly, he didn’t feel that way.
Meanwhile, speaking to the outlet himself, John insisted he was “hurt” by the decision to quit.
“We have a relationship that is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. And I know that as long as I live, I will never meet someone like him again. But this does not mean that we are suitable for each other in our lives,” he said. “There is no point in being together if you don’t believe me.”
As for Steve, fans may remember that he dumped Vicki (apparently now his wife). Janis Carlson) in September 2021, when he travels Dorinda Medley‘s home in Massachusetts to film the second season of Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip.
He started moving in with a new man, whom he had met a few months ago.
Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17 is expected to start airing on Bravo sometime in the coming months.