90 Day Fiance: Chloe Sets Sail to Be with Her Pirate – The Other Way Recap [S07E01]

On 90 Day Fiance, Chloe Fabiano is giving up her life in America to set sail with her pirate Johny Fernandes in Aruba. Jenny Slatten and Sumit Singh return with yet another move and in-law drama. Luke Berry‘s in over his head to impress Madelein Perez in Colombia. And Manon Edwards Berryman makes a major decision to benefit her marriage and family. Let’s wade through the good, the bad and the ugly in this recap of Season 7, Episode 1 C’est La Vie.

90 Day Fiance: Chloe Fabiano Takes a Chance on Love

Chloe Fabiano from Massachusetts and is giving up her cushy life for love in Aruba on 90 Day Fiance. New to The Other Way franchise, she admits she’s had the life of a princess. Raised by a doting single mom, she happily fit the molds of pageant girl and cheerleader. Her mom made sure she had it all. Including a six-figure job at her mom’s company. But all that’s now in the wind after she fell for a tatted swashbuckler on a novelty pirate cruise in Aruba.

It seems Chloe Fabiano embarked on the pirate ship during a girl’s trip to the island. She was blown away by one particular pirate/deckhand named Johny Fernandes. They hung out and before she even left, she booked her next trip to continue the relationship. It’s been long distance ever since. And there was some stepping out on Johny’s part when he took another woman on a trip. He claims he didn’t realize they were exclusive. Because you know pirates don’t live by the rules.

But the time has come for Chloe Fabiano to be his first and only mate on 90 Day Fiance. So she packs up her things while her mom warns of the perils of giving up a real job for pirate life. Chloe says she can “wing” it. But in an ironic turn of events her best friend peels down a leafy road to warn her of Johny’s rogue past. Since she too married a pirate but was able to convert him to just a dude and move to the United States. But Chloe needs to take this journey for herself.

90 Day Fiance: Jenny Loses Her Freedom

It’s been 15 years since Jenny Slatten and Sumit Singh connected on 90 Day Fiance. Fans have unfortunately seen it all with this long-time couple. From modest beginnings as catfish and lonely lady to secret weddings, hidden marriages and in-law drama. But TLC couldn’t resist updating us one more time. Now Sumit has long hair and gets facials and Jenny is weary and monotone. On the bright side, Sumit’s family has welcomed them back in the fold. And Jenny even pals around with his mother Sadhna Singh.

Unfortunately, Sumit has lost his job, So, he and Jenny must leave their modern gated apartment and move in with the family Sumit. Including his brother Amit and wife Shree. Jenny whines over the loss of her freedom in giving up the apartment. She worries the family will be invasive. Not to mention she will be expected to do housework and make chi for a small crowd. She complains but Sumit seems a little eager to return to the nest.

Later the 90 Day Fiance couple are greeted with a warm welcome at the house. But Jenny’s secretly mourning the loss of her freedom. She’s overwhelmed by the thought of having to do chores around the house and fill a traditional role of an Indian daughter-in-law. She’s even more shocked when Sumit Singh suggests they will stay forever. To make matters worse Sadhna starts unpacking her things and shames her hoard of clothing and stash of liquor. Better hold onto that rum Jenny. You’re gonna need it.

The Other Way: Manon Makes a Tough Decision

Newbie 90 Day Fiance couple Manon Edwards Berryman and Anthony Berryman bring plenty of drama to this season’s opening episode. We start with Manon’s backstory. Raised in France, she felt shamed for being a bigger girl. Even by her own family. She started creating content for and about being fashionable and plus-sized in a country where that isn’t the norm. She caught the eye of a denim company, got asked to come to Los Angeles for a photo shoot and never left.

We meet up with Manon Edwards Berryman and her bevy of fellow curvy models and friends doing a photo shoot at a pool. It’s here Manon drops a bomb. She’s packing up and moving back to France for the sake of her family. Not only did Manon find work and acceptance in California, she also found her husband Anthony Berryman. They are the proud parents of a 1-year-old son, Ben. But the cost of living is becoming unbearable. And Manon would like a simpler life to spend more time with her son.

It seems Anthony is a stay-at-home dad to little Ben on 90 Day Fiance. He’s doing a great job. But Manon works multiple jobs to keep them in a nice home. The pair agree that a simpler life may save their marriage. Manon cries a lot over finances. And Anthony pleads for a less materialistic attitude. Things go awry when the couple announce their plans to his family. And Anthony’s sister breaks Manon’s confidence by spilling some things she said leading to a family feud.

90 Day Fiance: Luke Is in over His Head

On 90 Day Fiance. Luke Berry prepares to move to Medellin, Colombia to marry Madelein Perez. After meeting her on a guys trip when she was just 18, he’s now scrambling to give her everything she wants including a big wedding. An awkward Luke dances at Madelein’s command over a video chat. His girl’s got demands. Including a helicopter entrance to the nuptials. Luke is still in debt from his failed jewelry and sunglass company.

Madelein Perez spends her time mugging for selfies and preparing for pageants. And winning fifty percent of the time. Luke goes shoe shopping with his dad. Who is shocked how whipped his son is. To the point of being told what color shoes to wear. But even more shocking is that Luke purchased land in Colombia to build a resort. So, his dad tells him adding more debt isn’t a very smart thing to do regardless of how many degrees he has. Till next time!

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