Mama June’s ex Sugar Bear goes Instagram official with new girlfriend Heather Rood who gushes he’s ‘loving & devoting’
MAMA June’s ex, Sugar Bear, has moved on with a new love interest, Heather Rood, as the pair goes public with their relationship.
Heather shared snaps of her and Sugar Bear – real name Mike Thompson – on Instagram.
The 49-year-old cozied up to her new man as they enjoyed several outings together.
She gushed over her reality star beau in the post, announcing their romance to her followers.
“Let me introduce you to this amazing person! He gets me! He is so loving, devoting and patient with me. He is my calm and makes me feel good from the inside and out. He is such a kind and gentle soul!” Heather began to boast about the former TLC star.
She continued: “As we got to know each other there were so many things we have in common. He makes me laugh! He makes me smile! He makes me feel beautiful every single day! When he is around I feel so relaxed.
Mama June
“Thank you for coming into my life at a point where I felt hopeless! Love ya babes @realsugarbear.”
Earlier this month, The Sun exclusively revealed that Heather and Sugar Bear are an item following his split from wife, Jennifer Lamb.
In December, the exes called it quits before Sugar Bear moved on with Heather.
Originally from Maine, the single mom works as a nurse in a non-profit and religious hospital in Georgia, where she lives with her son, who she shares with her ex-husband.
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It is unconfirmed at this time how Heather and Sugar Bear met, although The Sun has reached out to both parties for comment.
Sugar Bear, 50, took to Instagram a few days before confirming the relationship with his fans.
He said he “loves her to death” and is in a “serious committed relationship.”
The TV personality said he would “see where the relationship goes” and maybe “will go for it” one day.
He said: “Yes, she is my girlfriend, her name is Heather. I hope you all can back me on this and let Sugar Bear be happy for a change.”
Fans were relieved to hear Sugar Bear and Jennifer had officially split for good.
One fan wrote in the comments: “I’m glad Jennifer is gone,” as a second agreed: “So glad you got rid of Jennifer! I give you props for putting up with the bs from her for so long.”
As for Heather, one fan remarked: “So happy for you! Hope she’s a good woman for you.”
MAKEOVER
Sugar Bear has been quite the player, as fans have followed his rocky relationship with reality star Mama June over the years.
Mama June, whose legal name is June Shannon, and Sugar Bear were engaged for 16 months before calling it quits in September 2014.
They shared one child, Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson.
Sources say Sugar Bear was in Los Angeles getting a full-body makeover to look good for his new girl Heather.
While he was at the dentist to get his teeth replaced, the doctor found some life-altering news.
According to TMZ, Dr. Tania Farshi found Sugar Bear has possible gum cancer.
Sugar Bear is going to see a cancer specialist, but his teeth replacements are on hold.
Also, as a part of his makeover in LA, he got a hair transplant, Botox, filler, liposuction, tummy tuck, a new hair cut, and a fresh shave.
MOVING ON
Meanwhile, Mama June has also found love again with her new boyfriend, Justin Stroud.
Justin was behind bars for nearly a month during their relationship after being arrested in Boca Raton, Florida, on a warrant relating to past drug charges.
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His law issues have not stopped June from pursuing a future with the 34-year-old.
The couple sparked engagement rumors back in March after being spotted shopping for rings at an Alabama jewelry store.
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