Former 'Bachelorette' contestant DeAnna Pappas has revealed significant financial difficulties in newly filed court documents related to her ongoing divorce proceedings with ex-husband Stephen Stagliano. According to an income and expense declaration submitted to the court, Pappas has been relying on her savings account to cover living expenses since losing her employment in June 2025.
The court filing, submitted as part of the divorce case, details Pappas's current financial situation. She reported an average monthly income of $2,618 from her work as a flight attendant, though she noted that her employment is not consistent at present. Additionally, she receives $1,500 per month in spousal support from Stephen Stagliano. Her podcast generated no income during the most recent reporting period.
According to the declaration, Pappas lost her job in June 2025 due to publicity surrounding the divorce proceedings. She stated in the filing that it has been a slow process re-entering her field and obtaining consistent contract work. The former reality television personality indicated that her savings account has decreased approximately $60,000 since October 2025, a substantial decline over an eight-month period.
The financial disclosure reveals that Pappas currently maintains approximately $35,000 in savings and another $20,000 in personal property. However, her monthly expenses total $9,989, creating a significant gap between her income and expenditures. The largest expense category is housing, with $4,500 allocated to rent each month. Groceries account for an additional $700 in monthly costs.
The court documents also disclosed approximately $23,000 in credit card debt, adding another layer of financial pressure to her situation. With monthly expenses approaching $10,000 and combined income from employment and spousal support totaling approximately $4,100, the mathematics suggest continued reliance on savings to bridge the gap.
Pappas appeared on the fourth season of 'The Bachelorette' and has maintained a presence in the entertainment industry through various ventures, including her podcast. The income and expense declaration provides a rare glimpse into the financial realities facing former reality television personalities after their time in the spotlight, particularly when navigating complex legal proceedings that can impact employment opportunities.
The divorce proceedings between Pappas and Stagliano remain ongoing, with financial disclosures such as this income and expense declaration forming part of the standard legal process in dissolution of marriage cases. Such documents are typically used by courts to determine appropriate support arrangements and division of assets.