Pedro Jimeno from The Family Chantel enjoys portraying himself as successful, but there are a few signs that suggest otherwise. He arrived in the United States on a K-1 visa in 2015 with the intention of achieving significant milestones in America with his American wife, Chantel Everett. He initially showed a lot of care towards his marriage, supporting Chantel to the best of his abilities and not letting family drama ruin their relationship. Pedro appeared to be a genuine man with a big heart, leading many viewers to believe he truly loved his wife.
Unfortunately, Pedro's behavior changed about five years into his marriage. He grew weary of the constant drama between his and Chantel's families and started focusing more on his job. In The Family Chantel season 4, Pedro became emotionally distant from Chantel. He no longer seemed invested in their marriage and started criticizing his wife for lacking ambition. Ultimately, Pedro asked for a divorce and moved forward with his life. Despite facing criticism on social media, he remained undeterred from reaching new goals. He even hinted that he had achieved his version of the American dream.
Pedro Can't Afford To Celebrate The Holiday With His Family
Pedro Remained In America Due To High Airfare
Pedro's recent social media activity suggests that his life may not be as perfect as he presents.
In December 2024, he shared an Instagram Story, suggesting why he was unable to celebrate Christmas with his family in the Dominican Republic. He posted a video by @viraldominicans of the British sitcom character, Mr. Bean, checking his watch with a list of fights from the United States to the Dominican Republic in the background. The title of the video was "me, waiting for the flights to go to the DR," highlighting how Pedro found the airfare expensive in December.
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While the TLC star didn't explicitly state that he was experiencing money problems, his post suggested that he was unable to afford a visit to his family for Christmas due to the cost. On December 25, Pedro confirmed that he had spent time in the United States. Despite his circumstances, he tried to remain hopeful and posted a photo of himself smiling. Pedro wrote, "I'm so excited for Christmas! I can't wait to spend time with family and friends, eat lots of delicious food, and exchange gifts," indicating that he was waiting for ticket prices to go down.
Pedro Lacks The Money To Buy The Luxurious Car He Desires
Pedro Can't Afford His Dream Car
Pedro has achieved many goals in recent years, including success in his job and earning enough to buy a car like the Audi RS5. However, his dream car, the Audi RS6 Avant, remains out of reach. In late 2024, Pedro posted a video from @audi_obsession featuring a baby crying and pointing at a screenshot of the Audi RS6 Avant, which costs nearly $150,000. While Pedro didn't explicitly say that he couldn't afford the car, his decision to reposted the video of a crying baby indicated his strong desire for the vehicle despite being unable to purchase it.
Pedro Is Sharing A Message About Goodbyes & Loneliness
Pedro May Be Regretting Prioritizing Growth Over Relationships
A few years ago, Pedro had everything he could have ever wanted. He had a beautiful wife in Chantel, a big home, supportive in-laws, and many fans. He also had a job as a successful real estate agent. Unfortunately, Pedro prioritized his work over his relationships and public image. He disrespected Chantel and pushed her away, causing her pain. As a result, The Family Chantel alum ruined his marriage and became a villain in the eyes of many viewers. He sold his new four-bedroom home and ended his relationship with his in-laws.
Today, Pedro has his job, but he has likely lost everything else that is truly important. He has surrounded himself with strangers and co-workers, who aren't enough to make him feel loved and fulfilled.
In December 2024, Pedro shared a video discussing loneliness, in which a man said that "growth" hurts. He used the post to ask if fans agreed but only received a few responses. The Family Chantel alum's message hinted that he was likely in pain because he chose to grow by leaving his in-laws and caring wife behind.
The Family Chantel is available for streaming on Discovery Plus.
Source: @viraldominicans/Instagram, TLC/YouTube, Pedro Jimeno/Instagram, @audi_obsession/Instagram, Pedro Jimeno/Instagram
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The Family Chantel follows 90 Day Fiance couple Chantel Everett and Pedro Jimeno, as well as their families, after they tie the knot. It is the first of many 90-Day Fiance spinoffs on TLC, and explores the couple's adventures and family drama.
Release Date July 22, 2019
Number of Episodes 31
Finale Year November 30, 2022
Network TLC
Seasons 5
English (US) ·