The reality star of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, LovelyMimi, recently faced online backlash regarding her decision to have her 16-year-old son, J. Vaun, undergo a dental procedure to receive resin veneers. On March 12, 2025, she shared a TikTok series featuring her son’s dental transformation, which sparked a wave of criticism from social media users who questioned whether he was too young for such a cosmetic procedure.
In response to the criticism, LovelyMimi posted a defiant video on her Instagram, where she expressed her disregard for the naysayers by flipping them off. The Instagram page @theneighborhoodtalk amplified her message by reposting the video.
Comments from the online community varied, with some defending LovelyMimi’s choices. One user, @annikbelle, noted that her son’s natural teeth were not altered, suggesting that there was no major issue with the choice of veneers.
“They didn’t shave his teeth so I see no problem,”they wrote.
Opponents of the procedure expressed concerns, stating that J. Vaun only needed teeth whitening rather than veneers. Yet, others rallied for LovelyMimi, arguing that not all young individuals desire braces and that 16 is an acceptable age for cosmetic dental work.
Some netizens defended the use of resin veneers, asserting that they are a safer and less invasive alternative to permanent veneers for children and young adults. User @nubi_goddess12290 highlighted the advantages of choosing resin veneers over more permanent options.
Background on LovelyMimi
Born Myha Thi Luong on April 27, 1990, LovelyMimi grew up as a refugee in the Philippines before immigrating to Silver Spring, Maryland at the age of three. She began her professional journey as a nail artist and eventually opened her first salon, Luong’s Lovely Nails, in Maryland. In 2016, she relocated to Atlanta and launched her second salon, UltraViolet Nail Lounge.
As a content creator, LovelyMimi has garnered a massive online following, with over three million Instagram followers, nearly two million YouTube subscribers, and close to seven million TikTok followers. Her television career began in 2017 when she appeared on the sixth season of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta and later joined the cast of VH1’s Wild ‘N Out.
On September 24, 2024, LovelyMimi released her debut single, “How U Do That,”featuring her partner, Mr. Stretch. In interviews, she expressed her desire to showcase their unique relationship dynamics through the song.
“We wanted to capture the fun, dynamic nature of our relationship,”she shared with the media.
LovelyMimi’s Previous Marriage
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According to Famous Birthdays, LovelyMimi was married to her former manager and entrepreneur, Remy the Boss, from 2009 until their separation in 2019. The couple shares two children, J. Vaun and Kamyah. In a controversial video that was later deleted, Remy suggested that LovelyMimi’s fame altered her personality and strained their relationship.
“She just wasn’t happy no more, out of nowhere. Money got tight. The relationship started to decrease,”he stated.
LovelyMimi countered these claims with a heartfelt YouTube response, alleging that Remy had an affair and was unable to move on. She expressed her struggle to maintain their marriage despite the challenges they faced.
“Every time I went to break up with this guy because what we were going through is unhealthy… I fought for my husband,”she explained.
For more insights, you can follow LovelyMimi’s TikTok series regarding her son’s dental work on TikTok and Instagram.