Shep Rose faced some serious problems with alcohol after blacking out at BravoCon, resulting in a wake-up call for himself. A “come to Jesus” discussion with friends revealed that Shep still has a lot of support from those close to him, even though his behavior has been difficult for them to handle. Shep acknowledged his issues and has made some significant changes in his drinking habits, though he hasn’t completely stopped drinking.
Shep Rose confronted his problems with alcohol after blacking out at BravoCon, leading to discussions with his friends and ex-girlfriend about making major changes in his life.
The Southern Charm season 9 reunion revealed some surprising news about star Shep Rose. After blacking out at BravoCon 2023, Shep was confronted about his alcohol problems. At the reunion, Shep talked about how he was “out of control, drunk in Las Vegas,” and acknowledged that the incident was scary for him. He revealed that he had a talk with his close friends about his issues and appreciated the efforts of his friends, especially Austen Kroll, who had been trying to take care of him.
Shep’s friends, Craig and Austen, also revealed their concerns and explained why they did not attend a meeting Shep had organized to discuss his issues. Craig confessed that he was worried about Shep ruining his life, and Austen assured Shep that he had his support and emphasized the need for major changes. Shep also disclosed that he hadn’t completely stopped drinking but had switched to only beer, which Craig could relate to as he had also made a major change in his drinking habits.
The conversation also brought up Shep’s past relationship with Taylor Ann Green, which revealed that his infidelity and drinking played a role in their split. Shep claimed that they would probably be married if it weren’t for the distractions caused by the show. The episode also mentioned the potential impact of the show’s filming on Shep’s well-being, prompting him to express his determination to overcome his problems, even with cameras around. Part 2 of the Southern Charm season 9 reunion airs on Bravo Thursday, January 18, 8 p.m. ET.
