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What Is Brooks Ayers’ Net Worth?
Brooks Ayers, an American reality television personality, has an estimated net worth of $150,000. This wealth has been accumulated through various ventures, including appearances on “The Real Housewives of Orange County” and his work in the healthcare industry. While his time on the show brought him into the public eye, it also exposed him to financial and personal controversies that have impacted his overall financial standing.
Financial Overview and Career
Ayers gained notoriety as the boyfriend of Vicki Gunvalson, a long-standing cast member of “The Real Housewives of Orange County.” He appeared on the show from 2012 to 2015. Despite the exposure from the show, Ayers reportedly was not paid for his appearances. However, following his breakup with Gunvalson, he allegedly earned $10,000 for a secret interview with Andy Cohen regarding his cancer scandal. Before his reality TV stint, Brooks Ayers worked in the medical field, including a position as a Territory Manager for the healthcare company DocRx. In 2018 it was reported that he earned a decent salary from this role.
Ayers’ financial history has been marred by legal issues. He faced legal action for over $100,000 in unpaid child support. He owed $40,000 to an ex-wife from Indiana. These financial troubles, coupled with a 2005 DUI arrest, have negatively affected his public image and likely his financial stability.
Controversies and Scandals
Brooks Ayers’ time in the public eye has been riddled with controversy, most notably surrounding his cancer diagnosis. He was accused of faking cancer, which became a major storyline on “The Real Housewives of Orange County”. In 2016, Ayers admitted to forging medical documents related to his cancer diagnosis. He stated that he was “the subject of much ridicule and hate” due to his appearances on the show alongside Vicki Gunvalson, which contributed to the end of their relationship. He defended Gunvalson, stating that she “was not ‘in on any cancer scam or created storyline.'”
Further adding to the controversy, Vicki Gunvalson filed a lawsuit against Ayers in 2019 for not paying back loans totaling almost $200,000. A judge ordered him to pay her $133,000. It’s unclear whether he has complied with the order.
