It’s Official! “Mama June” Star Pumpkin Announces Her Wedding to Darrin Kitchens With One Jaw-Dropping Secret Everyone’s Talking About!

Lauryn “Pumpkin” Shannon, beloved star of the Mama June franchise, has surprised fans with the joyful announcement that she and longtime boyfriend Darrin Kitchens are officially celebrating their wedding. The couple, who have kept their relationship mostly private compared to other members of the Shannon family, are finally stepping into the spotlight with this major milestone.
💍 A Sweet Moment for Pumpkin
Pumpkin, known for her resilience, honesty, and deep devotion to her children, has been quietly building a life with Darrin over the past year. Sources close to the family say the couple has been planning the ceremony behind the scenes, wanting something intimate, heartfelt, and true to who they are.
While Pumpkin hasn’t shared many details publicly, she confirmed that the wedding will be a family-centered celebration, filled with love — and, naturally, a little bit of the signature Shannon chaos.
🌸 Darrin Kitchens Steps Into the Family Spotlight
Though fans have only seen glimpses of Darrin, those close to the couple describe him as calm, supportive, and a grounding presence in Pumpkin’s busy life.
Insiders say he has built a strong bond with Pumpkin’s children and has earned the respect of Mama June’s famously unpredictable family.
👨👩👧👦 A Big Step for the Shannon Family
The wedding news arrives at a time when the Shannon family has been navigating major transitions — from Mama June’s ongoing life changes to Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson’s future plans.
Pumpkin’s wedding is already being celebrated as a bright, positive moment amid all the ups and downs.
Family members are expected to attend, and sources say some emotional moments are guaranteed.
🎉 Fans Celebrate With Pumpkin
Social media quickly erupted with excitement:
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“Pumpkin deserves this happiness!”
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“So thrilled she found someone who treats her right.”
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“Can’t wait to see how the wedding turns out!”
Many viewers grew up watching Pumpkin on Here Comes Honey Boo Boo and have followed her journey into motherhood and adulthood. Seeing her take this next step has fans cheering her on more than ever.
🔮 What’s Next for the Newlyweds?
It’s not yet confirmed whether Pumpkin’s wedding with Darrin will appear on the Mama June series, but given the significance of the moment — and how much fans love her — it’s very likely cameras will be rolling.
For now, Pumpkin is savoring the moment, focusing on her new chapter with Darrin and the blended family they are building together.
A new beginning, a new marriage, and a new celebration for one of TLC’s most beloved stars.








