Austen Kroll has nothing but love for ex Madison LeCroy
In fact, the pregnant Southern Charm star—who is expecting her second baby and first with husband Brett Randle—revealed how her Bravo costar and former boyfriend reacted after she announced she’s having a little girl while recently filming the series’ season 10 reunion.
“I hung out with his girlfriend [Audrey Pratt] and him afterwards and they were so happy for me,” the 34-year-old exclusively told E! News. “He sent me this long text like, ‘Look at how far we’ve come. Five years ago we’re arguing and now everybody’s growing up and starting families and talking about getting married and already getting married.'”
“He made me believe that he’s super happy for me,” Madison added, “and I believe that, so I’ll take it. I told him he was going to be the guncle. I don’t think he understood what I was saying, but it’s okay. My jokes sometimes don’t land, but we’ll tell him later.”
As for how the rest of her Charm castmates reacted, Madison—who is already mom to 12-year-old son Hudson from her past relationship with ex John Hughes—said everyone one was “so emotional,” especially the female costars.
“Everyone is just extremely happy for Brett and I and excited to play aunt and uncle,” she recounted, “because I don’t think any of them are ready to have any children at the moment.”
Now that the sex has been made public, Madison is looking forward to celebrating her bundle of joy with a baby shower planned by longtime costar and bestie Patricia Altschul.
“Of course, Patricia that’s the first thing that she says is, ‘We’re going to do a baby shower and we’re going to have co-ed and everybody’s going to come,” the influencer told E!. “I’ll have two baby showers: All of my childhood friends and then one with my wild friends.”
And, yes, Madison hopes to document the birth of her daughter—who she plans to name Teddy after her late father Ted LeCroy—on season 11 of the reality show.
“I am a little nervous,” she admitted before adding, “Now, this pregnancy will be scheduled. So, it won’t be nearly as dramatic as the first. But I’m going to be very open, that’s what I signed up for. This is my reality and I’m going to take everybody along with me through the pretty parts. We’ll leave the rest for personal.”
So far, Madison’s second pregnancy has been a bit of a learning curve.
“Obviously I’m not 22 this round, so it is extremely different,” she quipped. “The good thing is I haven’t had any morning sickness and with Hudson I was extremely sick. But I can feel the aches and the pains and I can feel the weight coming on quicker than the first time.”
However, first-time father Brett has been “great support” along the journey.
“I wasn’t prepared that first time,” she recalled. “This is the first time I’ve planned a pregnancy, so we’re doing good.”
Follow Madison’s road to baby when Southern Charm airs Thursdays at 8 p.m. on Bravo. And check out her recent Amazon Live for all of Madison’s top parenting picks and more shopping recommendations.
Keep reading for more juicy scoop on all the Southern Charm season 10 drama.
Madison LeCroy
After just one year of marriage, resident southern belle Madison grapples with the loss of her father and finds herself dealing with issues far from her days as the single party girl. While she focuses on her family, she finds out that JT is meddling in rumors that cross the line.
Venita Aspen
After breaking up with boyfriend Manny last year, Venita realizes that she and JT have an undeniable attraction and connection that goes deeper than most. She starts to question her feelings toward him amidst preserving her own friendships with those he may not be on the best terms with.
Ryan Albert
Ryan is a true southern gentleman within Charleston’s elite social scene. Along with his husband, Dr. Eddie Irions, he’s among Patricia’s closest friends.
Austen Kroll
Surprising himself by defining the relationship, Austen is finally happy with a new long-distance girlfriend and focused on reviving his beer business. While his love life is on the up and up, his friendship with Craig is on the rocks as the former partners-in-crime find themselves at a crucial point of disagreement with no clear path forward.
Jarrett “JT” Thomas
JT continues to be an outspoken rabble-rouser, stirring up controversy wherever he goes. Despite his best intentions, his rapport with many in the group starts to go up in flames. However, Venita turns out to be his constant and offers a shoulder to lean on as he tries to mend friendships.
Shep Rose
After Shep’s declaration to change at the end of last season, he attended an ayahuasca retreat in Costa Rica and is now determined to make real growth. He has even fallen head-over-heels in love with the former Miss Bahamas, but the group questions if she feels the same way about him.
Craig Conover
Craig seems to be thriving both professionally and personally, steadfast in his belief that Paige is “The One.” But after taking time away from Shep last year, he finds his longstanding friendships are on shaky ground as both Austen and Shep question what happened to their former confidante.
Leva Bonaparte
Leva continues to be a sounding board for her friends and isn’t afraid to call out their bad behavior when they step out of line.
Taylor Ann Green
Taylor has moved on from her relationship with Shep, last year’s drama with Austen and is unapologetically in love with her new boyfriend, a Charleston mainstay whom everyone has an opinion. She’s dedicated to setting boundaries – from friendships to past flames – so that nothing can threaten her newfound happiness.
Rodrigo Reyes
Rodrigo finds himself balancing a stable home life with his partner and dealing with the drama of his closest confidantes. He’s unapologetic about giving his opinion and ready to take sides if necessary.
Molly O’Connell
Molly is a quirky southern belle, friendly but unfiltered, who grew up in Charleston and left to model all over the world. She’s returned home to be closer to her family and friends, and her longtime entanglements with the men of the group lead her to wonder exactly how she fits in.
Salley Carson
Salley is the latest to grace Charleston’s vibrant social scene. She’s a bubbly party girl by night and a robotics technician for surgical procedures by day. The debutante is gorgeous, intelligent and independent, and she shares a curiously parallel romantic past with Taylor.
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