7 Shocking Updates: Where The '90 Day Fiancé' Season 8 Couples Are Now In 2025
The eighth season of 90 Day Fiancé delivered some of the most memorable and controversial couples in the franchise's history, and their drama certainly didn't stop when the cameras turned off. As of late 2025, the lives of these fan-favorite and fan-feared pairs have continued to evolve with major life changes, from shocking baby announcements to long-awaited final divorces, and even new reality TV appearances. This deep dive provides the most current, fresh, and definitive "Where Are They Now" update on every couple from this explosive season.
Airing from late 2020 into 2021, Season 8 introduced us to seven unique couples navigating the stressful K-1 visa process, facing cultural clashes, parental interference, and personal betrayals. While the show ended years ago, the latest news from the couples—especially the bombshell updates from Jovi and Yara, and Brandon and Julia—proves that the 90 Day Fiancé saga is truly never over. We break down the current status, recent controversies, and all the fresh details you need to know.
The Complete '90 Day Fiancé' Season 8 Couple Profiles & Latest Status (2025)
Season 8 featured seven couples, each with a unique journey to the altar. Here is a comprehensive look at their original profiles and their definitive relationship status as of late 2025.
1. Jovi Dufren (Louisiana, USA) & Yara Zaya (Ukraine)
- Original Story: Jovi, a 29-year-old ROV supervisor from Louisiana, met Yara, a 25-year-old from Ukraine, through a travel app. Their relationship was volatile, marked by Jovi's party lifestyle, Yara's unexpected pregnancy, and their race to marry before the K-1 visa expired and before Yara gave birth.
- Current Status: STILL TOGETHER. The couple is one of the franchise's biggest success stories, despite their constant drama on screen. They reside in the US and are focused on co-parenting their daughter, Mylah. They remain mainstays on the spin-off 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?
- Latest 2025 Update: Jovi and Yara continue to navigate a new phase of their relationship on recent spin-offs, maintaining their playful yet confrontational dynamic. They recently announced a "new addition" to their family, which fans speculate is a pet, highlighting their stable family life outside of the show's intense pressure.
2. Brandon Gibbs (Virginia, USA) & Julia Trubkina (Russia)
- Original Story: Brandon, a 27-year-old farm boy from Virginia, brought Julia, a 26-year-old go-go dancer from Russia, to live on his parents' farm. Their storyline was dominated by strict rules, farm chores, and the desire to escape the control of Brandon's parents, Ron and Betty.
- Current Status: STILL TOGETHER. Brandon and Julia successfully married and moved off the farm, relocating to a new state to pursue their own lives. They are active on social media and frequently appear on franchise spin-offs, showcasing their life together.
- Latest 2025 Update: This is the biggest news from Season 8: After five years of marriage, Brandon and Julia are expecting their first child! The couple shared the major baby announcement in late 2025, confirming they are finally starting the family they always wanted, a huge step away from their original farm-life drama.
3. Rebecca Parrott (Georgia, USA) & Zied Hakimi (Tunisia)
- Original Story: Rebecca, a 49-year-old mother and grandmother from Georgia, was marrying Zied, a 27-year-old from Tunisia. Their age gap, Rebecca's past marriages, and Zied's cultural expectations were major plot points, culminating in a rushed wedding before Ramadan.
- Current Status: STILL TOGETHER. Rebecca and Zied are married and living in the US. Zied has successfully integrated into American life and the couple often shares updates on their home life and travels.
- Latest 2025 Update: The couple returned to the franchise in 2025 with a new spin-off storyline that involved a "cheating scandal" where Rebecca followed Zied and found him with another woman. However, fans and critics alike quickly labeled the plot as "manufactured drama" and "bad acting," suggesting the couple is stable but participating in scripted storylines to stay on TV.
4. Mike Youngquist (Washington, USA) & Natalie Mordovtseva (Ukraine)
- Original Story: Mike, a 35-year-old from Sequim, Washington, and Natalie, a 35-year-old from Ukraine, had a famously rocky relationship plagued by communication issues, Natalie's constant questioning of Mike's love, and the return of Natalie's engagement ring. They married at the very last minute of her K-1 visa.
- Current Status: SEPARATED/DIVORCED. After their Season 8 marriage, Natalie quickly left Mike and moved to Florida. They have been separated for years, and Natalie has appeared on multiple spin-offs pursuing new relationships.
- Latest 2025 Update: The divorce is finally official. Mike Youngquist served Natalie with official divorce papers on a recent spin-off finale, ending their legal marriage. While Mike has moved on to a stable new relationship, reports suggest Natalie tried to stall the divorce proceedings, but the separation is now legally complete.
The Couples Who Didn’t Make It: Final Breakdowns and Post-Show Lives
Not every love story featured on Season 8 was meant to last. Two couples failed to make it to the altar, and one couple has had a highly tumultuous on-again, off-again journey.
5. Tarik Myers (Virginia, USA) & Hazel Cagalitan (Philippines)
- Original Story: Tarik, a 46-year-old from Virginia Beach, was preparing for Hazel, a 28-year-old from the Philippines, to move to the US. Their storyline was unique for its focus on Hazel's bisexuality and the couple's plan to find a girlfriend to join their relationship (a "throuple").
- Current Status: STILL TOGETHER (But Highly Volatile). Their relationship has been a rollercoaster since Season 8. They married, but later in 2021, Tarik publicly claimed Hazel had left him and was living with a new boyfriend.
- Latest 2025 Update: Despite the public accusations and reported separation, the couple has seemingly reconciled. They confirmed their relationship status and reconciliation on a recent episode of 90 Day Diaries, indicating they are back together and working through their issues, though the drama continues to follow them.
6. Andrew Kenton (California, USA) & Amira Lollyosa (France/Egypt)
- Original Story: Andrew, a 32-year-old daycare worker from California, met Amira, a 28-year-old French-Egyptian woman, online. Their relationship was defined by a disastrous plan to meet in Mexico during the COVID-19 travel restrictions, which resulted in Amira being detained and deported back to France.
- Current Status: BROKEN UP. Andrew and Amira separated during the Season 8 finale and have not reconciled. Their relationship was highly controversial, with Andrew being accused by many fans of being controlling and manipulative.
- Post-Show Life: Amira has moved on, focusing on her life and social media presence. Andrew has retreated from the spotlight, though he was reportedly trying to sell Amira’s engagement ring online after their split.
7. Stephanie Davison (Michigan, USA) & Ryan Carr (Belize)
- Original Story: Stephanie, a 52-year-old spa owner from Michigan, was planning to bring Ryan, a 27-year-old from Belize, to the US. Their storyline was riddled with trust issues, including Stephanie's admission that she had slept with Ryan's cousin, Harris Flowers, during a previous breakup.
- Current Status: BROKEN UP. Stephanie and Ryan broke up during the season. Stephanie then briefly pursued a relationship with Ryan's cousin, Harris, who was also from Belize.
- Post-Show Life: Stephanie became one of the season's most controversial figures, with rumors suggesting her storyline was heavily scripted and that she and Ryan were already broken up before filming. She has since focused on her business and personal life away from the main franchise spotlight.
The Enduring Legacy of Season 8: Controversies and Spin-Off Stars
Season 8 of 90 Day Fiancé is often cited by fans as a turning point for the series, introducing a level of drama and long-term success that few other seasons have matched. The couples from this season have become reality TV gold, ensuring their continued presence across the entire franchise universe.
The 'Happily Ever After?' Powerhouses
The success rate of Season 8 is surprisingly high, with four out of seven couples still married. The longevity of Jovi and Yara, Brandon and Julia, and Rebecca and Zied has made them mainstays on the spin-off series 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?, which documents the post-K-1 visa lives of successful couples. Their continued storylines—including the major 2025 baby announcement from Brandon and Julia—keep the Season 8 narrative alive for years after its initial airing.
From K-1 Visa to Co-Parenting and New Careers
The transition from the K-1 visa timeline to real life has been a major theme for these couples. Yara Zaya has successfully launched her own online fashion and makeup businesses, leveraging her reality TV fame into a substantial personal brand. Likewise, Julia Trubkina has used her platform to pursue modeling and acting. These career updates, alongside their co-parenting journeys (Jovi and Yara with Mylah), show how the show has fundamentally changed their financial and personal trajectories.
The Mike and Natalie Divorce Saga Finally Ends
The tumultuous relationship between Mike Youngquist and Natalie Mordovtseva was one of the most frustrating storylines for fans. Their on-again, off-again status, which led to Natalie dating other men on subsequent spin-offs like 90 Day: The Single Life, kept their divorce in limbo for years. The 2025 confirmation of the official divorce papers being served provides a definitive, final answer to one of the most enduring relationship questions from the season. This closure allows Mike to fully embrace his new, stable relationship and for Natalie to continue her search for love in the US.
In conclusion, the cast of 90 Day Fiancé Season 8 remains one of the most talked-about groups in the franchise. With new babies, final divorces, and continued spin-off appearances, their stories are far from over, ensuring that the drama that started on the K-1 clock will continue to captivate audiences well into 2025 and beyond.
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