'All for show': Internet furious as 'Mama June' star June Shannon scatters daughter Anna Cardwell's ashes in Disney World

'Mama June' star June Shannon was also accused of showing late daughter Anna Cardwell's urn live on TikTok
UPDATED DEC 24, 2023
'Mama June' star bashed for using late daughter Anna Cardwell's death as publicity stunt (Getty Images and Instagram/@annamarie35)
'Mama June' star bashed for using late daughter Anna Cardwell's death as publicity stunt (Getty Images and Instagram/@annamarie35)

HAMPTON, GEORGIA: 'Mama June' star June Shannon and her family are planning a special trip to Disney World, and they're bringing a small urn containing some of Anna's ashes along, where they will be scattering it. 

According to TMZ, Mama June, along with Alana Honey Boo Boo and her boyfriend Dralin Carswell, Lauryn Pumpkin Efird and her family, and Anna's daughter, Kaitlyn, will all be present.

The family aims to make Anna Cardwell a part of the experience, bringing her ashes to the rental house during the trip. While Anna's ex-husband, Michael, received an invitation for their child, Kylee, his attendance remains uncertain.

Since the news broke out, internet is boiling with anger as Mama June faces accusations of exploiting her late daughter for online engagement and 'clicks and likes'.

Many critics argue that the family is using Anna's death as a publicity stunt, with each move being strategically shared for attention.

The decision to take Anna's ashes by a trip has sparked controversy, with people expressing their discomfort over the idea of traveling with and publicly showcasing a loved one's remains. Some found it particularly unsettling that Mama June featured her daughter's urn in a TikTok video, deeming it an inappropriate display of grief for social media.

"She was on tiktok live showing people Anna's urn just weird," said one user on Instagram. 

"It's all for the show," said another. 

"Way to let her use her daughter for clicks and likes. Good job," commented one. 

"The point is is that she’s not grieving but doing all the for attention! She and Justin and pos!!," commented another. 

"Are they gonna do a fan viewing of the ashes in Disney? Jave their donation basket set up? These people are pure trash and their fans are trashier," said one. 

"Throw this entire family away they're disgusting they just keep reaching new lows. She’s doing crazy things for views! Disgusting of her," said another. 

How did ‘Mama June’ star Anna Cardwell die?

Anna Cardwell faced a challenging battle with adrenal cancer, a rare and aggressive form, for a courageous 10 months before succumbing, as shared in a family statement.

Her mother, Shannon, had earlier detailed the unique and formidable nature of the adrenal cancer. Sadly, on December 9, Shannon revealed in a poignant Instagram post that Anna passed away at home. 

Anna Cardwell diagonised with stage 4 cancer (Instagram/YouTube/annamarie35/@wetv)
Anna Cardwell was diagonised with stage 4 cancer (Instagram/YouTube/annamarie35/@wetv) 

Who was ‘Mama June’ star Anna Cardwell married to?

In a private ceremony, Anna Chickadee Cardwell exchanged vows with her boyfriend, Eldridge Toney, keeping their union a secret, according to TMZ.

The decision to wed was driven by Cardwell's desire to experience the joy of a ceremony while she still had the strength amid her battle with stage 4 adrenal carcinoma, diagnosed in January. 

Cardwell's romantic journey unfolded as she transitioned from her first marriage to Michael Cardwell, which spanned from 2014 to 2017. The couple share a daughter Kylee Madison, now 11 years old.

(Anna Cardwell/Facebook)Anna was married twice )Anna Cardwell/Facebook)

How many kids does ‘Mama June’ star June Shannon have?

'Mama June' Shannon is the mother of four daughters — Anna Chickadee Cardwell, Jessica Chubbs Shannon, Lauryn Pumpkin Efird, and Alana Honey Boo Boo Thompson. 

June Shannon plans for her wedding (Instagram/mamajune)
June Shannon has four kids (Instagram/mamajune)

 

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