Ariana Biermann Says Kim Zolciak Used Her Money for Gifts Without Telling Her, Denies Overspending Claims

Ariana Biermann has recently opened up about her financial history with her mother, Kim Zolciak, alleging that her own money was used to buy her Christmas gifts, without her knowledge. In a candid conversation on Gia Giudice’s Casual Chaos podcast, Ariana claimed that every luxury Chanel bag she owns was gifted by her mother but purchased using Ariana’s funds. She expressed shock at discovering that she had unknowingly paid for these gifts, highlighting the lack of transparency in her financial dealings with her parents.

Ariana Denies Overspending Claims, Reveals Parents Took Earnings Without Transparency or Consent

Ariana addressed the public narrative that she and her sister, Brielle, contributed to their family’s financial downfall through reckless spending. She refuted this, stating she has always been a frugal shopper, often purchasing clothes from budget-friendly retailers like Shein. While she admitted to splurging occasionally on shoes, Ariana emphasized that she is not a lavish spender.

She expressed frustration with the ongoing assumption that she is responsible for her parents’ financial obligations, a theme she elaborates on further in the Bravo reality show Next Gen NYC.

The 23-year-old reality star revealed that her parents had taken all the money she earned from her appearances on The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Don’t Be Tardy, and brand endorsements. Ariana said she discovered two years ago that her earnings were gone, but still doesn’t know how much she had made or where it all went. She blamed a complete lack of honesty and transparency from her parents regarding her finances, a revelation she said has made her uneasy, but one she discusses more deeply on her show.

Financial Strains Threaten Ariana’s Relationship Amid Parents’ Divorce and Mounting Family Turmoil

Ariana disclosed that her strained financial relationship with her mother has also begun to impact her romantic relationship with boyfriend Hudson McLeroy. She admitted that she sometimes withholds information from him when Zolciak reaches out for financial help, especially given Zolciak’s ongoing divorce and the responsibility of raising four children. This pressure has caused tension, as Ariana finds herself caught between supporting her family and protecting her personal life.

The Biermann family’s financial turmoil escalated after Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann filed for divorce in August 2023. Kroy accused Zolciak of having a gambling addiction that left their finances in ruins and claimed she had spent over $600,000 on luxury items over several years. In February, they sold their Georgia mansion at a significant loss after more than a year on the market and looming foreclosure threats. Despite these challenges, Ariana remains committed to maintaining family unity, refusing to let money destroy her relationships as it did with her parents.