Fans of “Mama June: Family Crisis” watched Jessica Shannon and Shyann McCant’s relationship take center stage throughout Season 8, especially as the couple navigated wedding planning, family tension, and major life changes ahead of their televised ceremony.
Following the emotional season finale, many viewers have become increasingly curious about Jessica’s new wife and the life the couple is building together off-camera.
From her relationship timeline with Jessica and blended family life to her role in the family’s latest reality TV drama, here are five fast facts to know about Shyann McCant.
1. Shyann McCant Married Jessica Shannon During the Season 8 Finale of ‘Mama June: Family Crisis’
After a season centered around drama and misunderstandings when it came to wedding planning, Mama June’s daughter Jessica Shannon finally exchanged vows with her longtime girlfriend, Shyann McCant, during the Season 8 finale, which aired on May 15, 2026. Jessica’s former brother-in-law, Josh Efird, officiated the wedding, much to the dismay of Jessica’s younger sister, Pumpkin.
2. Shyann McCant and Jessica Shannon Have a Six Year Age Gap
Born in October 1996, Jessica is the second oldest of June Shannon’s four daughters. Jessica is also six years older than her new wife, Shyann, who was born in October 2002.
3. Shyann McCant Started Dating Jessica Shannon In 2022
Before tying the knot, Shyann and Jessica had dated for several years. The newlyweds started dating in 2022. In July 2023, Shyann took to Instagram to celebrate the couple’s one-year anniversary. The reality star posted a carousel of photos featuring herself and Jessica, paired with the caption, “It’s so crazy to think we have been together for a year now!”
She continued her heartfelt message, writing, “I love you so much, baby, and I can’t imagine my life without you. You came in my life when I really thought I couldn’t love anymore I was so broken and so over even trying to love but you picked me up and showed me what love was and showed me how I was supposed to be loved and treated and I can’t thank you enough for always being there for me and Harper and giving us the world we could not have asked for someone better than you! I love you so much, baby!!!!!! Happy 1-year anniversary!”
4. Shyann McCant and Jessica Shannon Asked Josh Efird to be Their Sperm Donor
During the Season 8 finale of “Mama June: Family Crisis,” Jessica’s younger sister, Pumpkin, revealed to cameras that Jessica and Shyann asked her ex-husband, Josh Efird, to be their sperm donor after a heated exchange between the trio.
Pumpkin and Josh were married from 2018 to 2024, and they share four children together. Their oldest daughter, Ella, was born in December 2017. Their son, Bentley, joined the family in July 2021. Pumpkin and Josh welcomed twins, Sylas and Stella, in May 2022.
Since their divorce, Josh has welcomed a fifth child, Sadie, with his new girlfriend, Breanna Godwin, in May 2025. Pumpkin is now dating Josh’s cousin, Darrin Kitchens.
5. Shyann McCant Has a Daughter From a Previous Relationship
While Shyann and Jessica have made it clear that they want to start a family, they are already raising Shyann’s daughter, Harper, together. Shyann has frequently shown appreciation for Jessica on social media for always showing up for her daughter.
In a touching Instagram message celebrating the couple’s marriage, Shyann also thanked her new wife for treating Harper like her own child. The reality star wrote, “Watching the love you have for my daughter — our daughter now — makes me love you even more.”
Shyann added, “Thank you for loving us so deeply and so purely. If I could relive that day over and over again, I absolutely would.”
From wedding drama to emotional vows, Jessica Shannon and Shyann McCant’s relationship has become one of the biggest storylines on “Mama June: Family Crisis,” and many fans are already hoping to see more of the newlyweds in the future.
