90 Day Fiance
| 90 Day Fiance | |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 4 |
| No. of episodes | 44 |
| Production | |
| Running time | 42 minutes[1] |
| Release | |
| Original release | January 12, 2014 – present |
| External links | |
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90 Day Fiance is an American reality television series on TLC that debuted January 12, 2014.[2] The series follows couples who have 90 days to decide to marry before their 90-day K-1 visas (available uniquely to foreign fiancés of American citizens) expire. The foreign fiancé travels to the States to live with his or her prospective American spouse. The couples have to marry in 90 days, otherwise the foreigner must immediately return to his or her country. The couples are faced with language barriers, culture shock, the stigma of being thought of as a "mail order bride" as well as skeptical friends and family.
Season 1 Cast
Paola & Russ
Russ Mayfield, 27, of Owasso, Oklahoma, met Paola (Pao), 26, of Bucaramanga, Colombia, while he was in Colombia on a work assignment. She moved to America, and the two were married. They moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Russ is a graduate of Oklahoma State University and works as a field engineer. Pao was a fashion designer in Colombia. Since moving to America, she has started modeling and is a personal trainer.
As of the airing of "90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?", Russ and Pao are still married, but they live in different cities with Pao working as a model/personal trainer in Miami. The future of their relationship is uncertain, and Pao stated that they are currently "living separate lives".
As of 2016, they are still together.
Kirlyam & Alan
Alan Cox, 29, of Los Angeles, California, met Kirlyam, 21, of Goiania, Brazil, while he was on a Mormon mission to her hometown. She moved to America to live with him, although the two were virgins at the time of their wedding. She tried modeling, but Alan was jealous of the attention that she was getting. They were married in a Mormon temple, and although Kirlyam's family was unable to attend, they watched a livestream of the event from Brazil. The couple honeymooned in Hawaii.
As of the season 2 update, Kirlyam is waiting for her green card so that she can find employment. Alan is employed by Breen Engineering as a project lead/photo simulation specialist.
As of 2016, they are still together.
Aya & Louis
Louis Catone, 33, of Indianapolis, Indiana, met Aya, 30, of Ormoc City, Philippines, on an international dating website. Aya wanted Louis to move to the Philippines, but they decided to live in America because he has two young sons. Louis' ex-wife is very involved in his life and that initially intimidated Aya. They were married in a Catholic church. Louis is taking classes, and Aya is exploring the job market. They plan on having a child or children of their own.
The couple decided not to participate in the season 2 update.
As of 2016, their relationship status is unknown.
Aziza & Mike
Mike Eloshway, 31, of Cleveland, Ohio, and Aziza, 21, of Volgograd, Russia, met on a language learning website. Their relationship was initially platonic. Sometime after Aziza's application for a work visa was denied, their relationship turned romantic. She moved to America to live with Mike. They were married although Aziza was very saddened because her family was unable to attend the wedding. Mike is employed as a technical support specialist for the Cleveland Municipal Court.
As of the season 2 update, Aziza found employment at an optics lab. The couple traveled to Russia where Mike finally met Aziza's parents.
As of 2016, they are still together.
Season 2 Cast
Chelsea & Yamir
Yamir, 28, of Managua, Nicaragua, and Chelsea, 25, of Galesburg, Illinois, met while she was doing volunteer work in Nicaragua. Yamir was a member of a Nicaraguan boy band. He moved to the United States to live with Chelsea and her parents. This caused a large rift between himself and his manager and band mates. Chelsea’s parents are very supportive of the relationship. Yamir sent some demo tapes to a few music producers in Chicago and received a reply. He travels to Chicago to met with producers. The producers say that he needs to move to Chicago to have better opportunities. Unfortunately, Chelsea is resistant to the idea because neither is employed and they can live for free with her parents in Galesburg. The two are married with Yamir’s family also in attendance.
As of the season 3 update, Yamir and Chelsea were still married. Yamir made his music debut in the U.S. with Chelsea playing his love interest in the music video. Chelsea found employment as an elementary school teacher.
As of 2016, they are no longer together.
Danielle & Mohamed
Mohamed Jbali, 26, of Tunis, Tunisia, met Danielle Mullins, 41, of Norwalk, Ohio in an online chat room. The two were engaged, and Mohammed moved to America. Danielle worked with the mentally disabled and didn't make much money. However, she was fired a few weeks before the wedding. She has three teenage daughters and one adult son from previous relationships. Mohammed claimed to have a job, but Danielle discovered that he lied about that. Shortly after the wedding, Mohamed left Danielle and went to Florida with a female friend. Danielle found out about this and consulted a lawyer. She filed for an annulment which if granted would mean that the marriage never took place and Mohamed would therefore be deported back to Tunisia. Mohamed instead wants a divorce which would allow him to stay in America. He pressures her to change the filing. She removes the annulment but refuses to yet file for divorce.
As of 2016, they live in different cities, and the future of both their relationship and Mohamed's immigration status remain uncertain.
Evelin & Justin
Justin, 34, of San Jose, California, and Evelin, 29, of Santiago de Cali, Colombia while they were both attending a rugby match at the 2013 World Games in Colombia. Justin works as a physical education teacher at an elementary school. In Colombia, Evelin worked as a dance instructor. Since moving to America, Evelin has changed the spelling of her name to Evelyn.
As of 2016, they are still together.
Daya & Brett
Brett Otto, 31, of Snohomish, Washington, and Daya De Arce, 29, of San Carlos City, Philippines met on an international dating website. Brett is divorced and has a 6-year-old daughter from his first marriage. His daughter lives with her mother in Montana. Brett works in tool services for Boeing, and Daya found a job in the United States. He had two roommates, but they moved out once Daya arrived. Brett and Daya were married on February 14, 2015. Brett's mother chose not to attend the wedding.
As of 2016, they are still married and are trying to start a family of their own.
Cassia & Jason
Jason Hitch, 38, of Spring Hill, Florida, and Cassia Tavares, 23, of Curitiba, Brazil met through Facebook while Cassia was in an online relationship with Jason's friend. Once that relationship ended, Jason and Cassia began dating. Cassia came to America and moved in with Jason and his father who share a house. Jason is originally from Champagne, Illinois, and is an Army veteran. He lives very frugally. He buys items from garage sales, auctions, estate sales, etc. and sells them online for a profit.
As of 2016, they are still together.
Amy & Danny
Danny Frishmuth, 23, of Norristown, Pennsylvania, and Amy, 21, of Cape Town, South Africa met in Australia while the two were on a Bible study trip. They fell in love and got engaged. When Amy arrived in America, she lived with Danny's brother because she and Danny wanted to be virgins when they wed. Danny works in home construction for X-Treme Works in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Danny's father initially objected to the marriage because Danny is white and Amy is black, but he eventually accepted her into the family.
As of 2016, they are still together and have one son, Jedidiah.
Season 3 Cast
Nikki & Mark
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Loren & Alexei
Alexei and Loren are planning to get married in Israel, but most of Alexei's friends are reluctant to attend because they say Loren took him away from them and he has not stayed in touch since. The couple is reaching out to the friends individually to try to repair the situation.
Noon & Kyle
Noon (real name Bajaree), 25, Thailand, and Kyle, 28, New Orleans, Louisiana, met online through Facebook when Kyle was looking up information on a Thai festival; he spent 50 days in Thailand, meeting Noon while there on vacation and falling in love.
At the start of the series, Noon is coming over to the United States for the first time. Noon's excitement is quickly cut short when she realizes that Kyle’s living arrangements are less than ideal: his roommate often doesn't bother to wear clothes, the couple has almost no privacy and the apartment is dirty and filled with cockroaches. Noon quickly takes it upon herself to start cleaning but, thankfully, Kyle quickly finds another (cleaner) place for the couple to live after proposing after a sky-diving trip. She is thrilled and happily says yes. Meanwhile, Kyle has taken up extra shifts at his job as a bartender and flirts with female patrons to earn more tips. Noon discovers this after dropping in on him at work and is upset though Kyle insists it is just part of his job.
Kyle, who is estranged from both parents, is urged at Noon’s request to reconcile and the two head to Minnesota to meet his mom, whom he hasn’t seen in over a decade. The meeting is uncomfortable for all and his mother’s substance abuse issues are brought up.
The two are married in a Buddhist temple, which Kyle hoped would make Noon feel closer to home since her family could not come. Unfortunately, Kyle’s mom did not attend.
Melanie & Devar
Devar, 28, Jamaica, and Melanie, 33, Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania, met while Melanie was on vacation in Jamaica at a beach resort where Devar was the lifeguard. Melanie is a registered nurse and has a son named Hunter. The couple spent less than a month together before Devar proposes.
Back in Miami, Melanie’s sister, Bev, is extremely concerned and does not trust Devar. The couple hits a rough patch when Devar mentions sending back most of the money he earns to his family in Jamaica; Melanie ponders out loud that she will look into a prenup.
Catalina & Fernando
Catalina, 22, Colombia, and Fernando, 39, Miami, Florida, met at a nightclub in Colombia while both on dates with other people. After waiting a year, Catalina’s K-1 visa is finally approved and she heads to Miami to meet and marry Fernando. Fernando is divorced and has a problem being faithful in his relationships (which is why he is currently divorced and now living with his parents). His infidelity arises again when Catalina finds him sending messages to an ex-girlfriend; she also finds another woman’s underwear in his bedroom. Catalina is also harshly criticized by Fernando’s mother, who believes all people from Colombia are into drugs and violence.
A re-cap a few months later reveals the couple has happily settled in together, though Catalina admits she calls her mom several times a day and misses her cat (unfortunately Fernando is allergic to cats).
Alexsandra & Josh
Josh, 22, Rexburg, Idaho, and Alexsandra, 20, Kiev, Ukraine, met in Prague, Czech Republic, while Josh was on a Mormon missionary trip and Alexsandra was visiting for school. Josh and some others in his group happened upon Alexsandra and began a discussion on God (Alexsandra said she did not believe but would be interested in learning) and the two later met up to discuss religion. Although Josh was unable to date her for the year he was there (dating is not allowed while on a mission trip), he and Alexsandra became good friends. Upon Josh's return to the United States, he and Alexsandra would skype (though limited by Josh's parents). Alexsandra converted to Mormonism and agreed to marry Josh.
Josh's parents are concerned that Alexsandra may be to "wild" for their son (Alexsandra was formerly a go-go dancer, has visible tattoos and had "a lot" of boyfriends); Alexsandra's mother wishes that she would go to school and get a job instead.
Despite the misgivings, Josh and Alexsandra tie the knot in August 2015. A re-cap a few months later reveals that the couple are now expecting their first child together.
Season 4 Cast
Anfisa & Jorge
Anfisa, 20, Moscow, Russia, was contacted by Jorge, 25, Riverside, California, via Facebook after he stumbled onto her photos. Though Anfisa was at first resistant to his messages (Jorge claims he "fell in love" with her just by viewing her noticeably sexy photos). Anfisa eventually agreed to meet him and Jorge ends up taking her on an expensive vacation around Europe. Shortly before Anfisa was scheduled to come to the United States, she asked Jorge for an expensive handbag, which Jorge declined to buy for her. Anfisa managed to wipe Jorge's cellphone and cancel the flights, though the two reconciled and eventually Anfisa agrees to travel to the U.S.
Anfisa is less than impressed at their living arrangements - a hotel - though why exactly Jorge does not have his own place to live has not been revealed. She is also upset that she will not be given the so-called allowance she wants, a mere 10K a month, after Jorge says he makes enough money for the both of them (Anfisa, though, has an interest in modeling). Jorge is smitten and absolutely in love, though his friends and family are certainly concerned about Anfisa's motives.
As the wedding planning progresses, Anfisa keeps asking for very expensive items. After she tries on a $300,000 ring and suggests that he could sell his car to help pay for it, Jorge confronts her about money. She admits that she is primarily interested in him for his money, and she also believes that he is primarily interested in her for her looks. Jorge is crushed by this. She was considering going back to Russia, and Jorge considered for a while that he would not try to stop her. They get married alone in a simple courthouse ceremony with the promise that they will have an elaborate ceremony later on.
Nicole & Azan
Nicole, 21, Bradenton, Florida, and Azan, 23, Morocco, met via an app that allows users to connect with people all over the world. After hitting it off, though somewhat against her parents wishes, Nicole decides to stay with him for five weeks, leaving her toddler-aged daughter May with her sister. Upon meeting Nicole at the airport, Azan remarks that she is "big...a little bit" but concedes that he is happy. Nicole is thrilled to be in Morocco with Azan (later calling him her "Arabian Prince"), though he has a hard time persuading her that in his culture it is not acceptable for unmarried coupled to be physically affectionate. Nicole persists in trying to hug and kiss Azan, which only causes him to become irritated. Nicole, meanwhile, feels shunned and unsure of their relationship.
Azan takes Nicole to his hometown to visit his family; she is warmly welcomed and we learn that his mother especially is thrilled with Azan's girlfriend. Unfortunately, Nicole later reveals that she cheated on Azan, something that could end the relationship should his family find out.
Azan takes Nicole to the desert and proposes, and she accepts. However, she continues to chafe at the customs of the Muslim culture. She refuses to convert to Islam and he refuses to convert to Christianity.
Their wedding is delayed indefinitely due to Nicole not being able to yet afford to fund the government sponsorship requirements for Azan's staying in the U.S, and her Mom refusing to co sponsor the effort. Nicole believes it will take 2 years minimum and hopes Azan will wait that long. Their future is unsure, but as of today they are still together, but continuing to live in separate countries.
Narkiya & Olulowo
Olulowo is currently in Nigeria and used to be in Vietnam. He is trying to meet Narkiya but various obstacles keep popping up. Narkiya and her friends and family are skeptical of him and are wary of a romance scam, but he has not asked for any money and Narkiya is still willing to see where it goes.
They broke up though since Olulowo had been lying to Narkiya about still having been contacting and pursuing a relationship with a woman he had previously had a baby with in the early stages of his relationship with Narkiya.
Alla & Matt
Matt, 42, Williamstown, Kentucky, and Alla, 30, Kiev, Ukraine, met several years ago using an online dating site but lost touch after Matt married his third wife. A few years and a divorce later, Matt and Alla reconnect. Alla, also a divorcee, has a 7-year-old son named Max. The reserved Alla is easily overwhelmed by Matt's friends and family while Matt continues to deal with lingering issues caused by his previous wives (he claims his first and third wife cheated on him). Alla dreams of a wedding on the beach but Matt's family tries to persuade her to scale back her plans.
Chantel & Pedro
Chantel, 24, Atlanta, GA, was introduced to Pedro, 21, Dominican Republic, by a mutual friend as a way for her to improve her Spanish; Pedro wanted to learn English and the two quickly fell for each other, often using Google Translate to communicate. On Chantel's third visit, Pedro proposed, though Chantel chose not to tell her parents, instead making up a story that he was coming to the states on a temporary student visa. A few days before the 90 day visa runs out, Chantel finally tells her family the truth and they are upset that she has been lying to them.
Episodes
| Season | Episodes | Originally aired[3] | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First aired | Last aired | |||
| 1 | 6 | January 12, 2014 | February 23, 2014 | |
| 2 | 12 | October 19, 2014 | December 28, 2014 | |
| 3 | 12 | October 11, 2015 | December 6, 2015 | |
| 4 | 14 | September 11, 2016 | November 20, 2016 | |
Season 1 (2014)
| No. in series |
No. in season |
Title | Directed by | Original air date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | "I Got My Visa!" | Jessica Hernandez | January 12, 2014 |
| Four women come to the US to live with their American fiances using a unique 90 day K-1 visa. The couples have 90 days to wed before the visas expire. | ||||
| 2 | 2 | "Culture Shock" | Jessica Hernandez | January 19, 2014 |
| Paola has to adapt to living with Russ' parents and her wild ways leads to collisions with Russ's friends. Kirlyam misses her parents. Aziza meets Mike's skeptical family. Louis prepares his sons and ex-wife for Aya. | ||||
| 3 | 3 | "Enough Is Enough" | Jessica Hernandez | January 26, 2014 |
| Paola and Russ move into their new apartment. Aya meets Louis' ex-wife and sons. Kirlyam goes to a salon where she is been referred to a modeling agency. Aziza and Mike hit a milestone in their relationship. | ||||
| 4 | 4 | "90 Days Isn't Enough" | Jessica Hernandez & Kevin Rhoades | February 9, 2014 |
| Russ takes Paola to a tailgate but their wedding plans are jeopardized. Alan is concerned when Kirlyam gets a modelling opportunity. Aziza is confronted by Mike's Mom at her bachelorette party. Aya gets upset as Louis cuts corners on their wedding. | ||||
| 5 | 5 | "Didn't Expect This..." | Jessica Hernandez & Kevin Rhoades | February 16, 2014 |
| Aziza upsets Mike when he went missing after his bachelor party. Kirlyam and Alan rush their wedding. Paola shops for a wedding dress but Russ might be called back to work. Aya cannot have the wedding of her dreams because of a limited budget. | ||||
| 6 | 6 | "Time's Up" | Jessica Hernandez & Kevin Rhoades | February 23, 2014 |
| Paola has her bachelorette party but is unsure if her wedding will take place. Aziza gets nervous before her wedding. Kirylam and Alan are both virgins at their wedding night. Louis has Aya doubt as he arrives late for his wedding. | ||||
Season 2 (2014)
| No. in series |
No. in season |
Title | Original air date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 1 | "Where Are They Now? Season 1 Couples" | October 19, 2014 |
| 8 | 2 | "New Couples, New Journeys" | October 19, 2014 |
| 9 | 3 | "I'm Home, America!" | October 26, 2014 |
| 10 | 4 | "Watch You Like a Hawk" | November 2, 2014 |
| 11 | 5 | "Touchdown!" | November 10, 2014 |
| 12 | 6 | "Mo' Money, Mo' Problems" | November 17, 2014 |
| 13 | 7 | "Fears, Family, Future" | November 23, 2014 |
| 14 | 8 | "I Have to Tell You Something" | November 30, 2014 |
| 15 | 9 | "Going Once, Going Twice...Gone?" | December 7, 2014 |
| 16 | 10 | "Red Flags" | December 14, 2014 |
| 17 | 11 | "I'm Gonna Go Home" | December 21, 2014 |
| 18 | 12 | "The Couples Tell All" | December 28, 2014 |
Season 3 (2015)
| No. in series |
No. in season |
Title | Original air date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 1 | "Where Are They Now? Season 2 Couples" | October 11, 2015 |
| 20 | 2 | "Departures and Arrivals" | October 11, 2015 |
| 21 | 3 | "Welcome to the Family" | October 18, 2015 |
| 22 | 4 | "Questions & Answers" | October 25, 2015 |
| 23 | 5 | "Full of Surprises" | November 1, 2015 |
| 24 | 6 | "Missing Home" | November 8, 2015 |
| 25 | 7 | "Lights, Camera, Drama" | November 15, 2015 |
| 26 | 8 | "Don't Push Me" | November 22, 2015 |
| 27 | 9 | "Bachelorette Blues" | November 29, 2015 |
| 28 | 10 | "What Do You Know About Love?" | November 29, 2015 |
| 29 | 11 | "This Is It" | December 6, 2015 |
| 30 | 12 | "Season 3 Tell All" | December 6, 2015 |
Season 4 (2016)
| No. in series |
No. in season |
Title | Original air date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 1 | "For Your Eyes Only" | August 22, 2016 |
| 32 | 2 | "You Say Goodbye, I Say Hello" | September 11, 2016 |
| 33 | 3 | "Meet the Family" | September 18, 2016 |
| 34 | 4 | "Life's a Beach" | September 25, 2016 |
| 35 | 5 | "Testing the Waters" | October 2, 2016 |
| 36 | 6 | "I Can See the Cracks" | October 9, 2016 |
| 37 | 7 | "Time to Tell the Truth" | October 16, 2016 |
| 38 | 8 | "This Is What You Came For" | October 23, 2016 |
| 39 | 9 | "You're Gonna Miss Me When I'm Gone" | October 30, 2016 |
| 40 | 10 | "Confessions of a Foreign Fiancé" | November 6, 2016 |
| 41 | 11 | "Are You Ready for This?" | November 13, 2016 |
| 42 | 12 | "Too Little Too Late" | November 13, 2016 |
| 43 | 13 | "Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace" | November 20, 2016 |
| 44 | 14 | "Season 4 Tell All" | November 20, 2016 |
References
- ↑ 90 Day Fiance - 3 Seasons 2014
- ↑ "90 Day Fiance". imdb.com. Retrieved April 26, 2016.
- ↑ 90 Day Fiance Episode Guide at sidereel.com