Ep 3. Sparkayla & Maritha

In the third episode of season 8 of Catfish: The TV Show, we follow the story of Sparkayla and Maritha. Sparkayla reached out to the Catfish team about her long-distance relationship with Maritha, whom she had been in a relationship with for over a year. The two had met on a dating app, and Maritha claimed to be living in Atlanta, Georgia, while Sparkayla was living in Virginia.

However, after a year of being in a relationship, Sparkayla began to have suspicions about Maritha's true identity. Maritha had claimed to be a successful businesswoman and had sent Sparkayla pictures of a woman who seemed to fit that description. But Sparkayla's suspicions heightened when she discovered that Maritha's phone number was registered to a completely different name, and she could never seem to connect with Maritha through video chat or phone calls.

Nev and Kamie, the hosts of the show, step in to help Sparkayla uncover the truth about Maritha's identity. As they dig deeper, they discover that Maritha's story isn't exactly what it seems. They find out that Maritha has been using a fake identity and pictures to maintain her relationship with Sparkayla, which had started out as a joke but had spiraled out of control.

As Nev and Kamie confront Maritha with the evidence, they also discover that Maritha's real identity is not exactly what she had portrayed it to be. Throughout the episode, we see the emotional toll that the Catfish situation has taken on Sparkayla and Maritha. They both express their hurt and betrayal, and it seems like there may not be a clear path forward for their relationship.

Overall, the third episode of season 8 of Catfish: The TV Show is a powerful exploration of the dangers of online dating and the importance of being truthful about one's identity. It is a reminder that even in the age of social media, it is important to be cautious and aware of who we are connecting with, especially when it comes to matters of the heart. Through Nev and Kamie's guidance, we see the potential for healing and growth, even in the midst of such a difficult situation.