RHOC star Jennifer Pedranti is once again at the center of a bitter family storm after her ex-husband William publicly accused her of spreading “false and damaging” claims about their custody battle in an explosive new twist to their already fractured relationship.
William, who was married to the Bravo personality for more than a decade before their tumultuous split, has come forward to vehemently deny Jennifer’s version of events after she reportedly told insiders he had agreed to hand over $450,000 in exchange for her gaining adoption rights over their three children.
Insisting the claim is a “fabricated narrative” designed to paint him in the worst possible light, William says he never offered such a sum and that the allegations are nothing more than an attempt to “rewrite history” at his expense.
According to insiders, William was left “furious” after hearing Jennifer’s account, labeling it a “complete lie” that not only misrepresents their custody arrangement but also risks tarnishing his reputation as a father and businessman.
“The idea that I would pay nearly half a million dollars to walk away from my kids is beyond insulting,” he reportedly told confidants. “I would never put a price tag on my role as their father and I will not allow falsehoods to be circulated unchallenged.”
Sources close to the ex-couple reveal that tensions between Jennifer and William have been simmering since their divorce, but this latest blowup has pushed their feud to an entirely new level, with friends fearing the fallout could impact the children at the center of the dispute.
Jennifer, who joined the Real Housewives of Orange County in Season 17, has yet to publicly respond to William’s stinging denial, but Bravo insiders note the drama has already sparked behind-the-scenes chatter about whether producers will address the shocking allegations in the upcoming reunion.
William’s accusations also come as Jennifer continues to juggle her relationship with current boyfriend Ryan Boyajian, who himself has been no stranger to controversy, leaving fans questioning whether Jennifer’s personal life is on the brink of another public unraveling.
For now, William is adamant about clearing his name and has signaled he will not hesitate to take legal steps if the narrative continues to spread.
“This isn’t just about me,” he allegedly told friends. “This is about protecting my children from lies and ensuring the truth is heard.”
The unfolding scandal has sent shockwaves through the RHOC fanbase, reigniting conversations about Jennifer’s credibility and raising fresh doubts about how much of her storyline is truly authentic and how much is carefully crafted drama.
