90 Day Fiancé: Michael Ilesanmi Is Losing Fan Favorite Status (Why Fans Are Turning On Him After Angela Deem Split)
Michael Ilesanmi is no longer a fan-favorite because of his recent actions on 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?. The Nigerian man debuted in the reality TV show in 2018 alongside his American partner, Angela Deem. He accepted her, overlooking the massive age gap and wanting to build a future in the United States. Unfortunately, Michael’s hopes and dreams didn’t come true. While he married Angela in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic and other issues delayed his spousal visa process. Angela also got busy with her weight loss surgery, leaving Michael to feel alone.
Angela found it hard to trust Michael because of his past cheating scandal. Despite that, she supported him financially, paying for his bills and other expenses. In 2022, Michael asked Angela to pay him even more. He made a social media account, even though he knew Angela had asked him not to create one. The couple’s relationship issues led them to 90 Day: The Last Resort, where they consulted with therapists. The retreat helped them overcome their problems, leading to Michael’s arrival in America. Sadly, the reconciliation didn’t last long after Michael ran away from Angela in February 2024.
Michael Withheld Crucial Information From His Wife
Initially, Michael was supported for running away and escaping his toxic marriage. The 90 Day Fiancé franchise star was applauded for standing up for himself, and Angela was accused of being the real villain. However, things have changed lately. People’s perception of Michael is no longer the same because of his actions in 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? season 8. Michael appears to be just as toxic as Angela. In a recent episode, viewers learned that Michael purposely switched his visa interview from Nigeria to the Ivory Coast. He didn’t inform Angela, knowing it could lead to relationship issues.
Michael’s lack of care for Angela’s emotions and his marriage proves he’s not the sweet guy he appears on TV. Instead, he’s a bit shady and hides things from Angela.
Previously, Michael did the same when he joined social media without telling Angela. He even started talking with another woman, committing infidelity again. Angela found proof of his texts at the time but gave him another chance. However, Michael repaid her trust by running away after coming to America. Michael’s shady nature is one of the few reasons many fans have turned against him.
Michael Is Involved In A Group Called “Paradise Men”
Michael’s visa scam has left many feeling deeply disappointed. In a recent episode, Angela stumbled upon evidence of his deceit when she checked his phone and discovered he was an admin of a WhatsApp group named “Paradise Men.” This group, with over 200 other Nigerian men, was dedicated to finding older American women for the purpose of obtaining American visas. Heartbroken by the revelation, Angela confronted Michael, but he refused to acknowledge his wrongdoing. Instead, he attempted to manipulate the situation, making it appear he was merely assisting others.
Michael claimed that Angela misunderstood the name of the WhatsApp group. He asserted that he named it “Paradise Men” because America is the “land of the free.” However, Angela didn’t listen to him and responded, “I’m not as dumb as you think.” Michael’s WhatsApp group chat suggests that he had been more focused on his visa than he had let on, indicating that he played a significant role in Angela’s anger issues. There are some suggestions that Michael may have orchestrated his arrival in America. He is being accused of dishonesty for being the admin of such a suspicious group.
Michael Is As Aggressive As Angela
Michael got a lot of support from fans because Angela was too aggressive towards him. He portrayed himself as passive, letting Angela control him. However, the latest season shows Michael’s other side. It highlights how he has been just as toxic to Angela as she had been to him. One of the recent episodes showed Angela confronting Michael about his sketchy phone chats. He felt threatened by it and snatched his phone from her, shouting it was his property. Michael said, “this is my phone,” while forcibly taking his phone back.
Michael’s Actions Look Sketchy On Happily Ever After? Season 8
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Michael has been showing off his newfound happiness on social media. He has completely changed his fashion sense, sporting urban outfits, shorts, gold chains, and other fancy accessories.
In June, Micheal posted a video of himself singing in his car. He wrote, “I hope… Yesterday reminds you how strong you were.” As expected, Michael’s post got a mixed reaction, with many fans choosing to call him out for pretending to be righteous. A social media user wrote, “you was wrong to scam her simple.” Another commented, “after tonight’s episode, I do believe you scammed Angela.”
Did Michael Fake His Relationship With Angela’s Grandkids?
Michael’s betrayal of Angela can still be overlooked because she was never a good wife. However, Michael can’t be forgiven for using Angela’s grandkids and showing them hopes, only to leave them three months after coming to the United States.
One of the recent episodes on the 90 Day Fiancé spin-off showed Michael talking to his soon-to-be grandkids about his arrival. The kids seemed excited to meet him and couldn’t wait to make him part of their family. Michael also seemed excited to be a part of the Deem family. He claimed he wanted to meet Angela’s grandkids very soon.
Michael never kept his word. He sweet-talked to Angela’s grandkids just to make himself look like a genuine guy. He likely purposely connected with the kids to make his wife feel she could trust him. Ultimately, Michael did what he set out to do. He betrayed everyone by running away, even his future grandkids. He proved to be a self-centered guy with no integrity. Many fans can’t forgive Michael for how he used every dirty trick to reach the United States. The 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? star crossed the line by getting the children involved in his alleged scandal.
