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'RHOC' fans accuse Tamra Judge of 'weaponizing' Shannon Beador's disgrace

'RHOC' fans slam Tamra Judge as Shannon Beador walks out of cast dinner following accusations of being 'drunk'

ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA: Fans are sick of hearing about Shannon Storms Beador's DUI arrest, but Tamra Judge isn't going to let it go easily. 'The Real Housewives of Orange County's August 8 episode saw the ladies getting together for a group dinner—their first since Shannon's DUI.

Tensions increased when time to place drink orders came, and Shannon chose to have her traditional vodka soda. From across the table, Tamra exclaimed, "Oh yeah, an alcoholic should drink," which caused a pause in conversation and mouths to drop.

Shannon said, "You’ve been on this path for 10 years with me" Tamra screamed, "Everybody has!"

Shannon continued by questioning Tamra about why she believed she could be “the judge and jury” of the matter, noting that each morning when she wakes up, she is reminded of her error. "Is that after you have a drink?" Tamra inquired.

On X, fans unhappy with Tamra's behavior, wrote, "Tamra is actually a disgusting human being. She has no concern or loyalty to anyone. Saying that to Shannon was vile and I now completely understand why even het daughter despises her." One user asked, "Tamra brings Alexis onto the show for backup then tries to shade Shannon for bringing Vicki (THE OG OF THIS SHOW) to dinner??"

One user tweeted, "See this is why Tamra is so hated. She’s not coming at Shannon with all of these “alcoholic” digs from a palace of concern, she’s weaponizing Shannon’s actual problem against her for soundbites on RHOC. It’s gross and we all see her for who she really is!" A fourth person noted, "Two things are clear after watching this episode. RHOC 1. Alexis is obsessed with Shannon. 2. Tamra cares more about staying on this show than having any real friendships."

One viewer sighed, "Alexis and Tamra getting together to talk shit about Shannon’s life is so gross. Tamra was never Shannon’s friend." While another person chimed in, "Tamra is so obsessed with Shannon! Like go sit down."

'RHOC' cast defends Shannon Beador against Tamra Judge's accusations

Emily Simpson spoke up in favor of Shannon, stating that she has changed since the DUI, and Gina Kirschenheiter concurred, saying, "I think she’s doing a good job working on herself."

“It’s not for Tamra to decide if Shannon is an alcoholic, it’s not for Tamra to berate her and make her feel worse than she already feels,” Gina told in her confessional. “She’s supposed to be her friend.”

Shannon went on to criticize Tamra for her drinking, saying that she "went dead weight at Nobu" and that she needed a ride home.

“So what? There’s a big difference between drinking and having a good time, and being an alcoholic,” Tamra described.

Shannon summoned Vicki Gunvalson to the dinner, who stood up for her friend and called Tamra's actions "disgusting" before admonishing her to quit the Tres Amigas tour.

Tamra Judge accused 'RHOC' costar Shannon Beador of drinking during her program

“I didn’t feel comfortable doing the show because Shannon just crashed her car into a house drunk,” Tamra said. “She needed to go to rehab.”

She also claimed that rather than dealing with her drinking problems, Shannon merely attended a class to "figure out why she dated bad guys."

Shannon said as she got to her feet, "This has to stop. I’ve had two conversations with you on the telephone."

“And you were drunk every time,” Tamra interjected.

Shannon went on, "I couldn't drink in my program—you need to stop," but Tamra kept saying, "Lie, lie, lie, lie, it's all you f---ing do."

'RHOC's Shannon Beador accused of owing money to ex John Janssen

Shannon got up and left the room when Tamra questioned how she could claim to have paid "for everything" for her ex-boyfriend John Janssen, even though she still owed him $75,000. "Why does Shannon owe money?" asked Emily.

The now-dating Alexis Bellino responded, "A facelift and a loan," which had Shannon turn around and yell, "We know you've been coached, Alexis."

As Alexis pulled up and displayed the receipts on the table, she remarked, "I have the wire transfers right here if anyone would like to see this." “She is liar, liar, Spanx on fire,” Emily quipped.

Alexis stated in front of the cameras, "They’ve formed this opinion by Shannon calling them late at night drunk telling them horrible stories about John, which nothing has been true." Shannon gave Alexis advice at the end of the episode, telling her to "start saving" her own receipts "in case it doesn't work out" with John.

Shannon was interrupted by Tamra, who remained firm and told her, "Stop f---ing drinking, get help, or I’m done with this relationship."

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