RHOSLC’s Jen Shah Seen Publicly for First Time Since Prison Release

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Jen Shah is back in the Crossroads of the West. 

Jen Shah, formerly of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, was seen at the Salt Lake City airport after being released from a federal prison in Texas. She had been serving a six-and-a-half year sentence for wire fraud but was released after only two years.

Jen, 52, looked thrilled to see her family and friends again. She was wearing a burnt orange coat and stylish sunglasses and received flowers, a lei, and balloons. Despite her travels, she looked perfectly put-together as she hugged and welcomed everyone.

Jen’s representative told People magazine on December 10th that she had been approved for early release from prison, more than two years after beginning her sentence in February 2023.

Shah’s manager, Chris Giovanni, said in a statement on November 21st that everyone is thankful for the Bureau of Prisons’ decision, as it will allow Jen to be with her family for the holidays. He added that she is very appreciative of this opportunity.

Now that Jen is back home with her husband, Sharrieff “Coach” Shah, and her sons, Sharrieff Jr., 31, and Omar, 22, she’s happy to put this challenging time behind her.

Giovanni explained that she’s used her time away to grow and change significantly. She’s now prioritizing her family and building a more stable life. She recognizes her past errors and is eager to move forward and demonstrate the person she’s become.

Jen originally received a sentence of six and a half years, but several reductions over the past few months shortened her time. She was scheduled to be released on November 3, 2026.

We’ve also received small updates on how the former Bravo star was doing at the facility, where she was incarcerated with Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes.

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