Alexis Haines, the former reality television personality who gained notoriety for her involvement in the infamous Bling Ring burglaries, has announced she is expecting her third child. The 34-year-old, who starred in the E! series Pretty Wild, shared the joyful news with her substantial social media following on Thursday.
Instagram Announcement Reveals Growing Family
Taking to Instagram, Haines posted a mirror selfie alongside her fiancé, Chris Howard, offering a clear glimpse of her developing baby bump. She captioned the image simply with "Mom & dad," sharing this personal moment with her 113,000 followers. In a separate Instagram Stories post, the media personality shared a solo mirror selfie where she tenderly cradled her stomach.
Dressed entirely in black and prominently displaying her engagement ring, Haines expressed her excitement, writing, "Can't believe I get to do this one more time." This pregnancy marks a significant new chapter, as it will be the first child for Haines and Howard together.
From Bling Ring to Motherhood: A Transformed Life
Alexis Haines, whose maiden name is Neiers, is already a mother to two daughters from her previous marriage. She shares Harper, aged 12, and Dakota, aged nine, with her ex-husband, Evan Haines. Her journey into motherhood has unfolded alongside a very public personal history.
Haines rose to public attention through the reality show Pretty Wild, which was executive produced by Chelsea Handler and aired for a single season on E! in 2010. However, her fame became intertwined with crime when she, along with her sister Gabby Neiers and friend Tess Taylor, were arrested for their roles in a series of high-profile burglaries.
These robberies, which occurred between 2008 and 2009, targeted the luxurious homes of numerous celebrities. The victim list included prominent figures such as Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan, Orlando Bloom, and Rachel Bilson. The criminal saga was later dramatised in a 2013 crime-comedy film directed by Sofia Coppola, starring Emma Watson and Leslie Mann.
Public Apologies and Personal Evolution
In a notable act of contrition, Haines and her sister appeared on Rachel Bilson's podcast in October 2022 to offer a heartfelt apology for their past actions. During the emotional conversation, Haines expressed deep regret, stating, "I am so sorry that I ever made the choice to go into your home that night."
She continued, emphasising her growth as a person and a mother, "I wish I could take it back. It's been a living nightmare for you... and as a mother now, all you want to do is protect your babies and I know I stripped you from feeling safe in your home and I am so sorry." This public reckoning highlighted her personal evolution from a troubled youth to a reflective adult.
Navigating Complex Relationships and an Open Marriage
Haines's personal life has been characterised by unconventional relationship structures that have played out in the public eye. In September 2021, she revealed that she was in an open marriage with Evan Haines, with whom she had been married for nine years at that point. Concurrently, she announced she was dating a woman named Kris, who had previously been involved with Real Housewives of Orange County star Braunwyn Windham-Burke.
Addressing fan curiosity on social media, Haines clarified the arrangement, stating, "Married to Evan, staying married to Evan. I'm going to say it again and again." However, the dynamic shifted, and by August 2022, she had filed for divorce. Speaking to Us Weekly, she reflected on the end of their decade-long marriage, noting, "Ten years of marriage and 11 years together was [a] great success and we are coparenting really well."
She added a poignant reflection on their relationship transition, saying, "I don’t think either of us wanted to get divorced or to separate, but it’s just the way that things ended up transpiring. Again, I love Evan very much and we are just maybe better coparents than partners." This period of change ultimately led to her new relationship with Chris Howard, culminating in their engagement and the current pregnancy announcement.
The news of her expanding family represents a new beginning for Alexis Haines, marking a continued journey of personal growth, public apology, and private happiness far removed from the sensational headlines of her past.
