TLC Unexpected: Bella Vaughn Confirms Police Investigated Her Because Boyfriend Was Only 12 During Pregnancy!

TLC Unexpected has been the talk of the town for various reasons, and most of them are controversial. The upcoming season features cast member Bella Vaughn, who addressed rumors about her pregnancy after everyone was talking about it. At just 15 years old, Bella saw fans questioning her relationship, her family, and the legality of her situation.

As conversations around teen pregnancy continue to divide audiences, Bella chose to speak directly to fans and address the issues. This also helps add context to the situation the reality TV star has been facing in her life. What really happened behind the scenes? And how did authorities respond to the situation? Keep reading to know more.

TLC Unexpected: Bella Became Pregnant At Just 14 Years Of Age

TLC Unexpected season 7 introduces Bella Vaughn and her boyfriend, Hunter, as two of the youngest parents featured in the series. The show follows eight teens as they try to work around pregnancy, relationships, and the realities of raising a child at a young age. Bella and Hunter began dating in 2021. She also went through a breakup and later got back together with Hunter. That is when Bella became pregnant. Many people found the age of the couple problematic as they were deemed too young.

Reports confirmed that Bella conceived at 14, while Hunter was only 12 at the time. Bella welcomed her son, Wesley, in March. Around six weeks later, her sister Emi also became a teen mother. This wasn’t perceived well by the public. Social media posts from earlier years showed Bella and Hunter spending time together. Many fans even accused Bella’s parents of failing to provide guidance. Others questioned whether the show was crossing ethical lines by documenting such a young couple.

TLC Unexpected: Bella Vaughn Addresses Timeline And Police Involvement

After all the speculation, TLC Unexpected star Bella Vaughn recently took to TikTok to clarify misinformation about her pregnancy and relationship. She addressed claims that she and Hunter were not “real” parents due to their age. Bella stated that being a teen does not lessen her role as a mother or Hunter’s role as a father. She confirmed that Hunter was 12 when she became pregnant, but turned 13 around the time they were filming.

Bella also talked about accusations that their situation involved non-consensual activity. She explained that the local police had already reviewed their case and confirmed it was consensual. Bella said that she gave Hunter a choice once she learned she was pregnant. According to her, he chose to stay and help raise their son. She also denied the claims that her family glorified teen pregnancy.

Bella said people will see in the show how much her family has been open about the difficulty of the experience. Bella also defended her parents, stating they were supportive and involved in the whole journey. She accepted responsibility for her choices and asked people to understand the complications of the situation. For the latest TLC Unexpected tea, stay tuned to TV Season & Spoilers.