Ep 2. The New Normal
- TV-14
- April 27, 2020
- 40 min
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The reality show phenomenon, 90 Day Fiancé, is back and this time, the coronavirus pandemic is front and center for its new spinoff, 90 Day Fiancé: Self-Quarantined. As the name suggests, the show follows the lives of past 90 Day Fiancé franchise members as they navigate life during the current global health crisis.
In episode two of the series, titled "The New Normal," viewers catch up with some old favorites like Colt, Molly, and David, as well as some new couples like Karen and Devar and Emily and Sasha. The episode kicks off with Colt, who is still living with his mother despite his failed marriage to Brazilian ex-wife, Larissa. Colt's mother, Debbie, is deeply concerned about the pandemic and can be seen wiping down every surface in their home with disinfectant wipes. Meanwhile, Colt is still trying to navigate the dating world, and viewers see him going on some not-so-successful virtual dates.
Next up on the episode is Devar and Karen, who viewers first met on season two of 90 Day Fiancé. The couple now lives in Pennsylvania, and while they have been together for several years, the pandemic has brought new challenges for them. Devar drives for Uber and has been struggling to make ends meet now that fewer people are traveling. Karen, who is pregnant with their second child, is also worried about the virus and is trying to be as cautious as possible.
Viewers then catch up with Emily and Sasha, who appeared on season seven of 90 Day Fiancé. The couple now lives in Portland with their son, David. Emily works as a personal trainer, and her job has been impacted by the pandemic. She has had to start training clients virtually, which has been a challenge. Sasha, who previously worked as a personal trainer as well, has now taken on a warehouse job to help make ends meet.
The episode also features Molly, who appeared on season five of 90 Day Fiancé. Since her split from ex-husband Luis, Molly has been focusing on her business, a lingerie line called Livi Rae Lingerie. However, like many small businesses, Molly's has been impacted by the pandemic and she's struggling to keep it afloat. She's also been dealing with some personal health issues that she's had to put on hold because of the crisis.
Lastly, viewers get to catch up with David, who appeared on season five of 90 Day Fiancé, and his girlfriend, Annie. The couple now lives in Arizona and has been keeping busy during quarantine by cooking up a storm. They even started their own YouTube series called "Cooking with Dave and Annie."
Throughout the episode, viewers see each couple dealing with the challenges that the pandemic has brought. From financial struggles to canceled plans, each couple is experiencing their own version of "the new normal." The episode ends with each couple reflecting on how the pandemic has affected them and what they're looking forward to once life returns to some semblance of normalcy.
Overall, the second episode of 90 Day Fiancé: Self-Quarantined offers a glimpse into how some of the show's past stars are navigating life during a global pandemic. It's a raw and honest portrayal of the challenges that many are facing, and it's a reminder that these unprecedented times are affecting us all.