90 Day: The Last Resort is coming back for a second season, and the new cast was recently announced. But even though fans will have to wait a while for the episodes to drop, the cast list already looks like a recipe for disaster. Based on the trailer, viewers can expect the same troubled romances and unresolved conflicts they saw in the first season. Several couples from other shows within the long-running TLC franchise will attend an intensive retreat as a last-ditch effort to save their relationships. The episodes will feature emotional therapy sessions, tense confrontations, and shocking revelations, all leading up to either a recommitment ceremony—or a breakup. Take Kalani Faagata and Asuelu Pulaa from last season, for example. The couple’s relationship ended dramatically during Season 1 of The Last Resort, marking the official end of their years-long on-screen drama. Kalani, however, wasted no time moving on—she’s since welcomed a baby with her new boyfriend, who made his debut on the show, even though by name only.
The Last Resortisn't just a tropical getaway; it’s a battleground where love is tested, and breakups feel only an argument away. At least, that’s what TLC wants us to believe. Fans are already familiar with the new cast members, which could work against the show. While these familiar faces may draw in viewers initially, it might ultimately backfire. The relationships feel inauthentic—and if fans pick up on this, it could spell disaster for the future of The Last Resort and the entire 90 Day Fiancé franchise.
'90 Day Fiancé' Is Struggling With Authenticity
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When 90 Day Fiancé first premiered, fans were hooked by how real it felt. The couples faced authentic challenges—cultural differences, visa struggles, and intense family drama. What made the show so captivating was that these situations were relatable despite the extraordinary circumstances. Fans rooted for these couples because they saw genuine relationships and real emotions unfold. But over the years, the franchise has lost that authenticity. As spin-offs multiplied, the storylines started feeling increasingly manufactured. Viewers have noticed that some couples seem more interested in chasing fame than working on their relationships. What once felt raw and unscripted now feels like a heavily produced drama, with some contestants accused of faking it for screen time.
Many longtime fans miss the charm of earlier seasons—and they’re not going to find it in the upcoming season of The Last Resort. Most of the returning couples are now suspected of using the show for clout and cash rather than fixing their relationships. Reddit threads are filled with comments exposing the cracks in the cast’s stories, with many questioning whether these couples are even still together.
“Aren’t Ari and Bini already getting divorced? Like 4/6 of these couples aren’t together anymore,” one Reddit user commented after the recent cast announcement.
Fans Know Too Much About 'The Last Resort' Cast
One of the biggest problems facing The Last Resort’s second seasonis that fans already know too much about the six upcoming couples. Since this show is marketed as a last-ditch attempt to salvage relationships, it would make sense to bring back familiar faces—new couples wouldn’t offer the same dramatic stakes.
But because these contestants are some of the franchise's most recognizable (and controversial), their personal lives are public knowledge, and spoilers are everywhere. Even though the cast members sign NDAs, fans are quick to spot clues online, suggesting that some of these couples are only sticking together for the show. Gino and Jasmine, for example, have kept a low profile on social media, but rumors suggest they’re dating other people and have already split. Jasmine’s love of expensive surgeries and Gino’s financial troubles make many fans suspect they’re only appearing on The Last Resort for a paycheck.
Tigerlily's romance is being halted by travel issues with her partner.
Similarly, Ari and Biniyam seem to have ended their relationship as well. Rumors have surfaced that Bini is engaged to someone else—his third engagement to an American woman. This new development has left many fans wondering if the couple joined the show just to capitalize on one last TV opportunity before their divorce is made official. Natalie and Josh’s relationship is also under scrutiny. They couldn’t even agree on a label when they last appeared on The Single Life, and some fans believe Natalie is only using Josh for financial support. The likelihood of them making it to a commitment ceremony seems slim, at best.
Rob and Sophie, who were featured on Happily Ever After?, appear to have already moved on. Sophie was recently spotted getting cozy with a former Bachelor contestant, yet she and Rob remain legally married. Fans are baffled that these two are still together—or at least pretending to be.
Meanwhile, Stacey and Florian, known for their time on Darcey & Stacey, are no strangers to reality TV. These two seem to jump on every reality show opportunity they get, making it hard to believe they’re appearing on The Last Resort for anything other than clout. Finally, Brandon and Julia, who seemed relatively unproblematic on Happily Ever After?, surprised fans with their appearance on the spin-off. Rumors about Julia cheating and their financial struggles suggest they may be using the show to fund their lifestyle—or promote Julia’s OnlyFans account, which will likely cause friction between them on the show.
The Real Issue With The '90 Day Fiancé' Franchise
The problems with The Last Resort aren’t just about the cast—this spin-off exposes a deeper issue within the 90 Day Fiancé franchise. The larger problem is that relationships are predictable, and the drama feels fake, making it hard for fans to connect with the spin-off in the same way they did with earlier 90 Day Fiancé seasons. The original show was compelling because it featured ordinary people navigating real-life challenges. But now, TLC seems more interested in generating drama than telling authentic stories.
The very existence of The Last Resort suggests that TLC is prioritizing profit over quality. The network isn't listening to fan criticism or addressing concerns about how real—or fake—the drama is. They’re simply bringing back the most controversial contestants, hoping their antics will attract viewers.
The cracks were already showing during the first season of The Last Resort, with fans questioning how authentic the storylines really were. Reddit threads were filled with skeptical viewers where users debated whether the couples were genuinely trying to fix their relationships or just putting on a performance. “Logistically it seems like it’s obviously all fake,” one Reddit user wrote in a thread titled, “I’m really confused about how real the last resort is.”
“I go back and forth on this too! Some things seem so fake and setup and others real,” one person responded.
Now, as The Last Resort’s second season gears up with more of the same recycled drama, it’s clear that TLC hasn’t learned from the criticism. If this is the direction the 90 Day Fiancé franchise is heading, it could mean the beginning of the end. Many are getting tired of the same old storylines, and if the show can’t offer anything new or authentic, viewers will move on.
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Still, some Reddit users defended the drama, admitting that while production may set up the scenes, the emotions of the cast are real. “A lot of what we're seeing is set up or manufactured situations, but plenty of the reactions and emotions have been real,” one person reasoned. “It's the ‘after’ interviews or what they say/do later on that feels fake or scripted.”
Similarly, a different comment said, I'm with you. “I think it's a mix. Some stuff is definitely staged. The 90DF people are often told what to talk about. TLC might have them exaggerate relationship problems. But I don't think the emotions or problems are made up. At least not usually.”
Will 'The Last Resort' Be The End Of '90 Day Fiancé?'
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With 90 Day Fiancé: The Last Resort Season 2 reintroducing familiar faces and predictable storylines, the future of the franchise feels uncertain. What started as a captivating series exploring cross-cultural relationships has evolved into a sprawling reality TV empire with spin-offs like Happily Ever After?, Before the 90 Days, and The Single Life. These shows offered viewers fresh angles on romance, from long-distance engagements to post-marriage struggles. However, the constant expansion of the franchise has diluted what made the original show special—genuine emotional connections.
While TLC once relied on compelling couples navigating cultural and personal challenges, The Last Resort exemplifies the franchise's shift toward manufactured drama. Instead of focusing on relationships with real stakes, the spin-off feels more like a platform for fame-hungry participants trying to extend their 15 minutes of reality TV fame.
The premise of couples attending a therapy retreat initially seemed promising, but with viewers knowing so much about these couples from social media and other spin-offs, the authenticity feels lost.
Fans have little reason to stay emotionally invested when the outcomes appear orchestrated, and the participants seem more interested in clout than connection.
While some fans defend the drama – as the Redditor said, “the emotions might still be real even if the scenarios are staged” – others aren’t buying it. And that skepticism is dangerous for the franchise. If audiences can’t trust what they’re watching, the appeal of 90 Day Fiancé—a show that once thrived on messy but relatable moments—will be lost.
After nearly a decade on the air, 90 Day Fiancé finds itself at a critical juncture. The network’s focus on high-drama spin-offs like The Last Resort suggests that TLC is banking on spectacle to keep the franchise afloat, but that strategy may not be sustainable. Audiences are already fatigued by recycled couples and forced conflicts. If TLC doesn’t shift its focus back to authentic storytelling, viewers may soon lose interest altogether.
The franchise needs a reset—more ordinary couples facing real struggles, less manufactured drama. Without a course correction, 90 Day Fiancé risks becoming just another reality TV fad that overstayed its welcome. If Season 2 of The Last Resortfails to recapture what made the original show special, it could signal not just the end of the spin-off, but the beginning of the end for the entire franchise. 90 Day: The Last Resort is available to stream on Discovery+.
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In 90 Day: The Last Resort, five couples from the 90 Day Fiancé franchise, teetering on the brink of separation, embark on an intensive retreat to salvage their relationships. Guided by professionals, they confront deep-seated issues such as trust, intimacy, and jealousy through group therapies and unique activities.
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