Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson has been in a relationship with Dralin Carswell since 2021. The couple faced initial criticism due to their age gap, with Carswell being around 20 years old when Alana, who was 16 at the time, revealed their relationship on Instagram.
Alana's mother, Mama June Shannon, expressed her support for the relationship during a 2022 interview, emphasizing that Alana is growing up and should be allowed to make her own choices. Alana also defended their relationship, stating that both families approved and that their happiness was what mattered most.
Carswell attended Wilkinson County High School in Georgia and later pursued automotive studies at Lincoln Tech in Tennessee. The couple first went public on Instagram in 2021 but faced backlash, particularly regarding their age gap and interracial relationship.
Despite rumors, Alana and Carswell are not engaged, with the ring spotted on Alana's finger being confirmed as a piece of jewelry she has had for years. The couple currently resides in Denver, Colorado, where Alana is studying nursing at Regis University.
In February 2023, Carswell was arrested for DUI and fleeing police, with Alana as a passenger during the incident. However, she was not charged. The couple plans to move off-campus for security reasons, with Carswell excited about the new experience in Colorado.
Despite public criticism, Alana's family, including Mama June and her husband, Justin Stroud, have voiced their support for the relationship. Pumpkin and her husband also spoke positively about Carswell, highlighting his respect and love for Alana and their family.
