I'll bet you didn't know THIS about her
≈We've been hearing so much about MTV producer Mandi Venturino lately since Leah Messer's ex, Jeremy Calvert, was accused by his fiancée, Brooke Wehr, of cheating with her. But that's not the Mandi that we've come to know and love. If you haven't had a chance to learn about the lady behind the camera, get ready to know every little detail about Chelsea's field producer, and see why she probably wouldn't give Jeremy the time of day.
Besties
Mandi Venturino has been producing for MTV since 2015. She's loved getting to hang out with Chelsea and become part of the family.
Chelsea said in an interview with MTV, "We got close when we were filming aftershows last season, and we just clicked really well. She is super welcoming -- there is always a dessert made, and she will make [the crew] extra dinner. She makes you feel like you’re a part of the family. She will text me randomly, not even to talk about what’s happening with filming. We are friends."
In Her Field
Mandi graduated with a double minor in Journalism and Public Journalism from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania in 2010. She began her career in newsrooms, which led her to work behind the cameras.
Experienced Worker
Mandi got the job on MTV because of her work in the reality television world. She worked on My Big Fat Redneck Wedding in 2013 and Wake Brothers in 2012.
Beginning Work
Mandi worked as a segment producer for both Chelsea and Leah Messer in 2015, then she eventually worked solely as the field producer for Chelsea. She definitely got to know Jeremy, but it doesn't seem like she was in his vicinity recently to be able to hook up with him.
The Baby News
When Chelsea told Mandi that she was pregnant, Mandi squealed with excitement. She couldn't have been happier for her friend and the family that she got to know so well.
Bridging Gaps
Mandi came into Chelsea's situation knowing that her ex Adam felt like he was being portrayed badly. She explained, "When we found out that I was going to be field producing the upcoming season, I really wanted Adam to feel like he could come to me and talk to me. I wanted him to feel like he was being heard, because I know he has felt that he’s portrayed negatively and no one tells his side. I approached him to establish that relationship. One of the first conversations we had was at the reunion for 7A, and I thought we had a good conversation."
Furry Friend
She's got two loves in her life (neither one is Jeremy Calvert); one is her dog Leviosa. If you're familiar with that name, you'll know that it derives from a spell in Harry Potter.
Her Beau
Mandi's other love is her boyfriend Tyler Keshel, who I would assume laughed off the accusation of Mandi hooking up with one of her former camera subjects. Mandi has since set her Instagram to private, but she was regularly posting pictures proving her love for Tyler.
Close With Cole
I'm sure that Chelsea would say she has no problems leaving her husband Cole around Mandi, unlike Brooke Wehr.
Mandi said, "Cole is super sweet -- he really is that sweet in person. That is the one question I get all of the time, and he really is that nice of a guy. Most of the time I deal directly with Chelsea, but if Chelsea is unavailable (or experiencing pregnancy-related sickness), he will step in and say that I should talk to him. It’s something that I admire about him -- he’s so protective of her."
Keeping It Real
Mandi describes her job as: "Producer in this crazy world of reality television! Love my job everyday and the people I get to meet.. No I'm not lucky I'm blessed.. "
Biggest Kylie Fan
Mandi is always gushing about her love for Kylie Jenner's cosmetic line. We think that she may be the biggest fan of the makeup. Well... Honey Boo-Boo may actually have her beat.
An Excellent Producer
We're definitely pleased with Mandi's work on Teen Mom 2 and hope that she can avoid further attacks from jealous women and cheating men.
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