DeAnna Pappas, known for her time on “The Bachelorette,” has recently revealed her monthly income as a flight attendant, nearly 17 years after her reality TV debut. In an exclusive report by Us Weekly, Pappas filed an income and expense declaration amid a contentious divorce from her ex-husband, Stephen Stagliano.
Pappas, who starred in Season 4 of “The Bachelorette” in 2008, currently works for Sun Air Jets in Los Angeles, a position she has held since 2011. At 43 years old, she disclosed that her income for the previous month was $12,604, with an average monthly income of $13,865. In addition to her flight attendant salary, she receives $1,500 in spousal support from Stagliano.
The financial details emerged as part of the divorce proceedings, where Pappas reported having $36,911 in her bank account and $20,000 in additional assets. However, her monthly expenses total $13,892. These expenses include $4,500 for rent, $150 for healthcare, $750 for groceries, $500 for dining out, and various other costs such as cell phone bills, laundry, clothing, and auto expenses.
Pappas also allocates $250 for charitable contributions, contributes $800 to her retirement account, and pays off $1,100 in debts each month. Her debts include $17,619 owed on a Visa card and $323 on a Mastercard.
The divorce has been tumultuous, with Pappas and Stagliano’s relationship deteriorating over the years. They share two children, and both parties have filed income declarations in the ongoing case. Stagliano reported being unemployed and expressed difficulty finding work due to Pappas’s fluctuating work schedule and personal challenges.
Earlier this year, Pappas faced legal issues, including a misdemeanor charge stemming from an incident during a custody exchange with Stagliano. Although she was released shortly after her arrest and no charges were filed, the incident added complexity to their custody arrangements. Pappas has since claimed to have been sober for over 60 days and expressed a desire to regain regular access to her children, despite Stagliano’s concerns about her past behavior.
As the couple continues to navigate their divorce, Pappas’s financial disclosures provide insight into her life post-“Bachelorette.” While many reality stars transition to lucrative careers in entertainment, Pappas has returned to her roots, working as a flight attendant and balancing the challenges of parenthood and personal recovery.
The ongoing saga of DeAnna Pappas and Stephen Stagliano serves as a reminder that life after reality television can be complex, with both financial and emotional hurdles to overcome. Fans of “The Bachelorette” may be surprised to see how Pappas has managed her life since her time on the show, and her story continues to evolve as she navigates this new chapter.