Teen Mom: Ryan Edwards Regrets Choosing Drugs Over His Son, Bentley!
In a heartfelt and deeply emotional revelation, Teen Mom star Ryan Edwards has finally opened up about one of the biggest regrets of his life — choosing drugs over his relationship with his son, Bentley. After years of turmoil, addiction, and strained family ties played out in front of millions of viewers, Ryan is now expressing remorse and a desire to make amends.
Ryan Edwards, who first appeared on 16 & Pregnant with then-girlfriend Maci Bookout, quickly became one of the most controversial figures in the Teen Mom franchise. His ongoing battle with substance abuse, run-ins with the law, and turbulent relationship with Maci have been documented for over a decade. Throughout it all, fans watched as his bond with Bentley deteriorated.
Now, after completing a recent stint in rehab and spending time away from the cameras, Ryan seems to be in a reflective and repentant state. “I made choices that I can never take back,” he admitted during a private interview shared on social media. “I thought I was in control. I thought I had time. But I missed so much of Bentley’s life, and I hate that I let drugs come between us.”
The statement comes after years of tension between Ryan and Maci, who has consistently voiced her frustration and concern over his lack of involvement in Bentley’s life. She had previously stated that she wouldn’t allow Ryan to have unsupervised visits with their son unless he got sober and proved himself trustworthy.
Bentley, now a teenager, has grown up in front of the MTV cameras, and viewers have long sympathized with his quiet strength and emotional maturity. Many fans praised Maci for protecting Bentley’s emotional well-being, even when it meant making tough decisions about his relationship with his father.
Sources close to the family say Ryan is now committed to staying sober and rebuilding trust, not just with Bentley but with everyone he has hurt along the way. “He’s attending meetings, staying away from bad influences, and taking parenting classes,” the source said. “For the first time in years, he seems to really want to change.”
Still, not everyone is convinced that this is the turning point. Critics argue that Ryan has made promises before and failed to follow through. Others worry about the long-term emotional toll on Bentley, who has seen his father go in and out of treatment centers and jail cells over the years.
Whether Ryan can truly turn his life around remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: acknowledging the pain he caused is a first step. “Bentley deserved a better dad, and I should’ve been there,” Ryan admitted. “If he ever gives me a chance, I’ll spend the rest of my life making it up to him.”
As Teen Mom continues to chronicle the real-life struggles of young parents, Ryan’s story serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of addiction — and the hope for redemption, however late it may come.
