What is Alexis Bellino's net worth and salary?
Alexis Bellino is an American reality television personality, host and entrepreneur who has a net worth of $1.5 million.
Alexis Bellino is best known for appearing on Bravo's "The Real Housewives of Orange County." She was a full-time cast member during Seasons 5 through 8 and returned more than a decade later as a "friend of the Housewives" for Season 18.
During her original run, Alexis became known for storylines involving her marriage to entrepreneur Jim Bellino, their three children, her Christian faith and her efforts to develop a career outside the home. She launched the fashion labels Alexis Couture and Alexis Casual, worked as a local television correspondent and appeared in a small role on the soap opera "General Hospital."
Her additional television work has included "David Tutera's CELEBrations," "Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars" and "Below Deck." Alexis returned to "The Real Housewives of Orange County" in 2024, with much of her storyline centering on her relationship with John Janssen, the former boyfriend of cast member Shannon Beador. Bellino and Janssen married in October 2025.
Alexis' exact compensation from Bravo has not been publicly confirmed. The frequently repeated claim that she earned $175,000 per season is not supported by an available contract, network statement or authoritative financial filing.
Early Life and Education
Alexis Dietrich was born on January 19, 1977, in Hannibal, Missouri. She graduated from Hannibal High School in 1995.
Bellino attended the University of Missouri, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in marketing. She later relocated to Southern California.

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The Real Housewives of Orange County
Alexis joined "The Real Housewives of Orange County" in 2009 as the newest member of the Season 5 cast. Her early storylines focused on her affluent Orange County lifestyle, her marriage to Jim, motherhood and the importance of religion in her family.
She frequently clashed with cast members who questioned her marriage, finances and public image. Alexis also documented her attempts to establish greater independence by pursuing fashion design and television hosting.
Bellino remained a full-time cast member through Season 8. She subsequently made guest appearances in 2016 and 2019.
Although she became closely associated with the franchise, Alexis spent more than a decade away from the principal cast before returning in 2024.
Fashion and Other Television Work
Alexis entered the fashion business through Alexis Couture, a dress line she promoted during her time on "The Real Housewives of Orange County." She later developed Alexis Casual, which focused on more accessible everyday clothing.
Her efforts to build a broadcasting career were also featured on the show. She worked as an on-camera correspondent for a local television program and covered entertainment and lifestyle stories.
In 2012, Alexis played a television reporter in an episode of the daytime soap opera "General Hospital." Two years later, she appeared on the WE tv series "David Tutera's CELEBrations," which followed preparations for a vow-renewal party.
Bellino later appeared on "Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars" with her then-partner Andy Bohn. Her other credits include "Below Deck," "Watch What Happens Live," "Lopez Tonight," "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," "Tamra's OC Wedding" and several entertainment-news programs.
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Return to RHOC
Alexis returned to "The Real Housewives of Orange County" for Season 18 in 2024 in a recurring "friend" role. Her comeback followed the beginning of her relationship with John Janssen, who had previously dated longtime cast member Shannon Beador.
The relationship created immediate tension between Alexis and Shannon. Their conflicts also revived discussion of Jim Bellino's earlier defamation lawsuit against Shannon and Tamra Judge.
Alexis was not asked to return for Season 19. Her Season 18 appearances nevertheless marked her first significant involvement with the series since leaving the full-time cast more than a decade earlier.
Marriage and Divorce from Jim Bellino
Alexis was married to Jeff Barry from 2002 to 2004. She married Jim Bellino on April 16, 2005.
Alexis and Jim have three children: James and twins Miles and Mackenna. Their marriage and parenting relationship were major parts of Alexis' original "Real Housewives" storylines.
Jim filed for divorce in June 2018, and the divorce was finalized that August. They agreed to share legal and physical custody of their children. Under the divorce settlement, Alexis was awarded $10,000 per month in spousal support and $6,000 per month in child support.
The former spouses later demonstrated a relatively amicable co-parenting relationship, periodically appearing together at family events.
Andy Bohn and John Janssen
Following her divorce, Alexis began a relationship with film producer Andy "Drew" Bohn. They announced their engagement in December 2020 but ended the relationship in 2023.
Alexis met businessman John Janssen in November 2023. The relationship attracted particular attention because Janssen had previously dated Shannon Beador for several years.
Alexis and John announced their engagement in August 2024 after approximately nine months of dating. They married on October 3, 2025, at a rustic venue in Laguna Beach, California. The ceremony was attended by approximately 140 guests and incorporated their Christian faith and their blended family.
Alexis also used the wedding to honor her mother, Penelope, who died in August 2023.
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Real Estate
In 2016, Alexis and Jim paid $3.65 million for a large San Juan Capistrano estate. The property included a hacienda-style main house, a guest residence, equestrian facilities, a swimming pool and extensive outdoor entertaining areas. It eventually sold in April 2021 for $6.984 million.
The couple also paid $4 million for an oceanfront Dana Point residence shortly before their 2018 separation. Jim retained that property following the divorce.
In July 2018, Alexis purchased a separate home in San Juan Capistrano for $1.3 million. Located inside the guard-gated Marbella Country Club community, the roughly 3,950-square-foot house has four bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a swimming pool, an outdoor kitchen and a three-car garage.
Alexis listed that home for $2.95 million in 2025 as she prepared to marry John Janssen. A final sale price has not been publicly confirmed.
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