‘Mama June’s’ Alana Thompson Earns Elite Academic Honors

Once known for her big bows and bold personality on reality TV, Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson is now making headlines for something far more impressive: academic excellence.

The 19-year-old is charting a new path far from her Georgia roots, proving to critics and fans alike that she’s not just surviving—she’s thriving.

A Brave Leap to Colorado

When Alana announced she had been accepted into Regis University in Colorado with a scholarship in hand, it was more than just a college admission—it was a personal triumph.

She had every reason to stay behind. Her sister, Anna “Chickadee” Cardwell, was battling terminal cancer.

Her longtime boyfriend, Dralin Carswell, was facing legal trouble. And emotionally, the thought of leaving her tight-knit, drama-filled family behind in Georgia wasn’t easy.

But Alana chose to move forward, both literally and figuratively. She packed her bags and headed west, chasing a dream to become a neonatal nurse.

“There was even a point when Alana did not want to think about college,” one report noted. But her sister, Lauryn “Pumpkin” Efird, stepped in with some tough love and long-term wisdom. That push clearly worked—because Alana is now on the Dean’s List for Spring 2025.

Perseverance Through Pain

Alana’s journey hasn’t been without heartbreak. She’s endured childhood fame, her mother Mama June’s public battle with addiction, and the trauma of losing Anna to cancer.

In the midst of all this, she also discovered that Mama June allegedly owed her thousands of dollars, adding financial strain to an already complicated family dynamic.

Still, she stayed the course. According to reports, Alana dedicated her success to her late sister Anna, making a silent promise to keep going no matter what.

“She stated that she would keep going in honor of her late sister and has not looked back,” one outlet shared. Even Mama June, known for being unpredictable, reposted Alana’s congratulatory letter from Regis with a message full of pride.

Fans Rally Behind Her

Support for Alana has been pouring in online from fans who’ve followed her since her toddler pageant days. Comments on social media are filled with love and encouragement:

“That’s so amazing. I’m so happy for her. 👏👏👏👏”

“So so so PROUD of you Alana❤️ keep up the great work girl!!!! You’ve got this🥰❤️”

“👏👏👏👏yessss congratulations my girl”

Some fans even suggested she distance herself from her family’s ongoing drama to fully step into her new chapter—though many understand that cutting ties isn’t easy, nor likely.

Still, it’s clear that Alana has her eyes set on the future. Despite personal grief, public scrutiny, and the pressure of redefining herself after a life in the spotlight, she’s not just talking about her dreams—she’s doing the work.

And right now, the Dean’s List is just one stop on what promises to be a very bright journey ahead.

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