Earlier this week, we reported on a development that millions have been eagerly awaiting, in some cases for years:
Following the most scandalous week of her career, Jenelle Evans was fired from Teen Mom 2.
In the wake of the announcement, there’s been much talk about what’s next for Jenelle.
Meanwhile, Jenelle herself has remained uncharacteristically quiet.
The situation has prompted many to speculate that she knows something we don’t.
Take a look:
Jenelle on the Land
Following the news that her husband, David Eason, shot and killed the family dog, fans demanded that MTV cut ties with the entire family.
Forgive and Get Fired
Jenelle very briefly separated from David, but she was back living on the Land just a few days later.
The Campaign
Petitions were circulated; sponsors withdrew their advertising dollars, and eventually, MTV made the announcement Teen Mom 2 fans have been waiting for.
Farewell, Easons
“MTV ended its relationship with David Eason over a year ago in February 2018 and has not filmed any new episodes of Teen Mom 2 with him since,†a spokesperson for the network said.
Bye, Jenelle
“Additionally, we have stopped filming with Jenelle Eason as of April 6, 2019, and have no plans to cover her story in the upcoming season,” the statement concluded.
Not So Fast?
It seemed like a done deal, but now, there’s reason to believe that MTV may have left itself some wiggle room in that statement.
An Open Door
“MTV execs were purposefully vague in their statement about Jenelle not being on this season,†one insider tells Radar Online.
The Right Move
And what would it take for Jenelle to earn her job back? Well, it looks like she could do it with the stroke of a pen.
Taking Out the Trash
“If Jenelle decided to divorce David and really move on with her life then they would consider bringing her back,†says the source.
Unpaid Vacation
But even if Jenelle were to make the move tomorrow, the source says it would be quite some time before she’d be able to film again.
Taking a Break
“But it will be a long time,†the insider says. “There are no current plans to film with her, but the door is not completely shut.â€Â
Offer on the Table?
It seems Jenelle is aware of what she would have to do in order to win her job back and has tried to strike a compromise.
Making a Deal?
Jenelle has publicly stated that she’s “working to fix my marriage,” but that’s not good enough for her former bosses.
Counseling’s Not Enough
She would need to do “more than go to counseling with David” if she wants another shot at TV fame, says the informant.
Not Happening
“She would have to have him completely out of her life, and it doesn’t look like she’s going to do that,†the insider claims.
A New Leaf?
In statements she’s made since her firing, Jenelle has been uncharacteristically positive and professional.
Nothing But Love
“It’s shocking still but I respect their decision and have nothing but love for MTV,†she told Us Weekly.
Not Fooled
The insider says MTV execs are aware that Jenelle was attempting to butter them up with such statements — but there’s only one thing that can get her back on the air.
One Option
“Jenelle’s devotion to David will keep her off MTV, but if she can find it in her to leave then they would consider having her back,†the source claims.
Standing By Her Man
But thus far, Jenelle has defended David and made it clear that she has no intention of leaving him.
Not Afraid
“I was never scared of my life or scared of my husband, but yes I have been upset about what happened and still am,” Evans recently told Hollywood Life.
Lots of Work Ahead …
“I am focusing on my life, my kids, and my relationship at the moment. There’s a lot of repairing to do,” Jenelle added.
What’s Next For These Two?
Currently, it’s unclear what’s next for Jenelle and David, but insiders say the couple is desperate to line up another TV gig.
Striking Out
It was widely rumored that they would be headed to WeTV’s Marriage Boot Camp, but the network issued a statement on Wednesday indicating that that is definitively not happening.
A Tough Road Ahead
We’re guessing Jenelle will run into many such walls in the weeks and months to come.