Good news! ‘Little Women: Atlanta’ star moved out of ICU after suffering stroke

ATLANTA — Atlanta reality star Ms. Juicy Baby has made major progress after suffering a stroke last month.

The ‘Little Women of Atlanta’ star, whose real name is Shirlene Pearson, was hospitalized in the intensive care unit at the end of April.

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Her publicity team announced Monday that Pearson has since been moved out of the ICU.

“As many of you know, Ms. Juicy is an amazing actress, tv personality and host, however, this journey and the journey ahead will not be easy,” a spokesperson wrote on Instagram.

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Pearson’s sister, Tanya Evans,  has shared a GoFundMe link to help with her expenses as she recovers. Evans said there is no definitive date of when Pearson will be released from the hospital or be able to get back to work.

“Ms. Juicy is a very private person and wants everyone to know she is fighting and ready to go home,” her spokesperson said.

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Pearson has been part of “Little Women: Atlanta” reality show since 2016 when she started off with a recurring role. She has been a main cast member for seasons two through six.

Pearson is best known for her catchphrases on the show, “I’m the Queen of Atlanta Boo,” and “It’s Ms. Juicy Baby.”

‘Little Women: Atlanta’ star Ms. Juicy Baby hospitalized in ICU The agency representing Shirlene Pearson, known as Ms. Juicy, posted a statement on her Instagram page confirming the news.

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