In this 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way Tell All episode, a traditional season-ending spectacular where cast members confront their most controversial decisions, Joanne and Sean’s family drama was brought to the forefront.
The show, which follows international couples as they navigate love across borders and cultural differences, often serves up surprising revelations. However, Joanne and Sean's secret marriage saga raised eyebrows even by 90 Day Fiancé standards.
"After meeting him, I know why my daughter hopped the pond so many times!"
These words from Joanne's mother, Donna, set the tone for a revealing 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way Tell-All episode. With a mix of humor and exasperation, she continued,
"I liked him. I liked him, and I don't blame him for anything Joanne kept from me."
Despite her newfound appreciation for her Irish son-in-law Sean, Donna couldn't hide the hurt caused by her daughter's two-year secret marriage.
How did Joanne’s mother react to her daughter’s secret marriage reveal on 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way?
When the truth finally came out, Donna's reaction was a rollercoaster of emotions.
"When did you get married?" she demanded.
Joanne's defense that "people elope all the time" did little to soften the blow. Donna, feeling blindsided, questioned her position in the relationship:
"What kind of respect am I getting in this relationship? I'm his mother-in-law."
Despite her initial anger, Donna's heart eventually softened. She shared, acknowledging that healing would take time:
"I always felt like we had a very close relationship, and I was very hurt by Joanne. She's never kept secrets from me that I know of. So, this hurt me a lot,"
The secret-keeping didn't stop with Donna. Joanne's sons, Joey (18) and Jesse (12) spent two years unaware that their mother had tied the knot. While Joanne jetted off to Ireland for several romantic rendezvous, the boys stayed in New York with their father, completely unaware of their new stepfather's existence.
Joanne justified this decision as wanting to ensure Sean would be a good fit for her family before dropping the stepfather bomb on 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way.
Who all are still in the dark?
Sean’s daughter, Bella, who lives in Ireland, was also left out of the loop. During the 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way Tell-All, Sean revealed he had lied to Bella about his trip to the United States, telling her he was going to England instead. This revelation sparked questions about Sean’s transparency and his willingness to prioritize honesty in his relationships.
Bella remains unaware of many details surrounding her father’s marriage, adding another layer of complexity to the situation. Sean’s explanation during the 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way Tell-All—shrugging off concerns by suggesting Bella would have insisted on accompanying him—left some viewers scratching their heads.
It was also found to be off-putting to viewers that when asked about what he thinks about his daughter finding out anyway while watching the 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way Tell All episode, he simply shrugged them off.
Perhaps the most remarkable aspect of this family saga is that Joanne's father remains blissfully unaware of his daughter's marriage.
During the Tell-All, he was reportedly in the next room while Donna participated remotely, creating a situation worthy of a sitcom plot. Joanne's fear that her father wouldn't forgive her has kept this secret intact, though whether this strategy will prove successful remains to be seen.
As this multi-national family works through their complicated dynamics, one thing is certain: their story proves that love knows no borders – and apparently, neither do secrets. While Donna has made peace with her surprise son-in-law, the journey to complete family harmony continues, with one very significant revelation still waiting in the wings.
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90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way is available to stream on Max.
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