Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 18, 2025 · Entertainment

Mama June's Shock: Pumpkin Dated Josh's Cousin After Divorce!

Mama June was left reeling over a bombshell she never saw coming ¿ her daughter Pumpkin has a new man in her life, and he just so happens to be the cousin of her ex-husband

Mama June Left Reeling Over Shocking Revelation: Daughter Pumpkin's New Beau is Her Ex-Husband's Cousin!

In a jaw-dropping twist that has left fans of Mama June: Family Crisis stunned, Lauryn "Pumpkin" Efird, daughter of the infamous Mama June, has confirmed she's dating her ex-husband Josh's cousin, Darrin Kitchens. Yes, you read that right - her new beau is not only a family member but also a blood relative of her former spouse!

The 28-year-old mother of four, who shares all her kids with Josh, dropped the bombshell during a family dinner, revealing she's been "kinda seeing" Darrin. When asked about their connection, Pumpkin clarified that they're not blood cousins, but rather related through Josh's stepfather.

In the latest episode of Mama June: Family Crisis, Pumpkin ¿ who filed for divorce from Josh Efird in August 2024 after six years of marriage ¿ dropped the shocking update over a family dinner, revealing she¿s now dating Josh¿s cousin, Darrin Kitchens

However, Mama June was left reeling over the shocking revelation, exclaiming, "Why in the world? The divorce ain't even dried on the ink yet!" The usually drama-prone reality star needed time to process the news, but fans online didn't hold back, unleashing a torrent of criticism and disbelief.

The Drama Unfolds

As the episode played out, Pumpkin stood her ground, defending her unexpected new romance despite the mounting backlash. "But they're not blood cousins!" she told her friend Paisley, trying to downplay the situation. "I've known him for a really long time. We were friends back in school, and then he messaged me on social media," Lauryn dished.

The 28-year-old mom of four, who shares all her kids with Josh, was quick to clarify, 'They¿re not blood cousins'

The Hunky Cousin Speaks

Pumpkin described Darrin as "sweet" and said he "does things for me without me having to ask." She even went so far as to point out that he has no criminal record, unlike some of her mother's past romantic suitors. When asked if she plans to tell her ex-husband about her new beau, Pumpkin hesitated, saying, "I just feel like there's a lot more to discuss with him than my dating life. I don't know if we're quite there yet."

The Verdict

Lauryn shares Ella, seven, Bentley, four, and twins Sylus and Stella, three, with her ex Josh

As the drama unfolds on Mama June: Family Crisis, fans are left wondering what could possibly go wrong in this twisted tale of family ties and forbidden love. Will Pumpkin's new romance be a recipe for disaster or a chance at true love? One thing is certain - this is one family crisis that will keep viewers hooked!