The drama from Love Is Blind Season 8 hasn’t ended just because the cameras stopped rolling. Fans are still keeping up with the tangled relationships that formed in the pods, and at the center of it all is Joey Leveille. His engagement to Monica Danús ended at the altar, but their story didn’t stop there. Now, speculation is swirling about his relationship with fellow cast member Sara Carton.
Joey insists that he and Sara aren’t officially dating, but he does admit:
"We have kissed before, which is what kind of sparked this conversation.”
That statement alone has fueled even more questions about their dynamic, especially since Monica has spoken out about their past. With all the rumors and social media speculation, Joey is finally clearing the air about his relationships, the Love Is Blind reunion drama, and even that infamous skateboard.
Where Things Stand Between Joey and Monica
After saying “no” at the altar, Joey and Monica didn’t completely cut ties. Instead, they spent about a month navigating a confusing post-wedding phase, trying to determine if there was still a future for them. Joey acknowledges that this period was messy.
“I take accountability for it. I think I was projecting that confusion, honestly,”
he said, explaining that he wasn’t sure how to approach a relationship after rejecting marriage.
The two eventually took a break, and when they reconnected, it was based on friendship. For months, they checked in on each other and even maintained a bond with each other’s families. However, that communication abruptly ended two months before the Love Is Blind reunion, and Joey wasn’t sure why. When Monica confronted him on camera, it was a shock.
“There were a lot of things that were being placed on me that we had already discussed and resolved,”
he said, admitting that the Love Is Blind reunion felt like a personal attack.
The DM Drama: Did Love Is Blind Star Cross a Line?
One of the biggest points of tension at the Love Is Blind reunion involved a direct message Joey sent to another cast member, Madison. The message—“Nice to meet you, I like your pink hair”—was brought up as a potential red flag. Joey, however, insists it was nothing more than a friendly interaction.
"Madison has said that as well. The DMs were strictly friendly,”
he clarified, explaining that he has a habit of checking in on people he meets. This was something he had openly discussed with Monica while they were engaged, and at the time, she had no issue with it.
So why was it suddenly a big deal? That’s the part that confused Joey.
“She said, ‘As long as there’s good intentions, I trust you.’ So when it came up at the reunion, it was very confusing to me,”
he added.
Why Joey and Monica Ultimately Didn’t Work
Beyond the Love Is Blind reunion drama, Joey believes his relationship with Monica wasn’t meant to last for several fundamental reasons. One of the biggest was his struggle with affection. He describes himself as a naturally analytical person who didn’t grow up in an affectionate household.
"I have only seen my parents kiss once in their life”
he shared, explaining that his upbringing shaped his ability to express love. This was something he actively worked on during the show, frequently checking in with Monica about his progress. However, when she brought it up as an issue at the reunion, he felt blindsided.
“She turned it into something against me at the reunion, which was really sad for me”
he said.
Other factors also played a role in their split. Joey enjoys an active lifestyle and considers himself highly extroverted, while Monica isn’t as outgoing. Additionally, Monica’s sister didn’t approve of their relationship, which made things even more complicated.
The Sara Carton Speculation: More Than Just Friends?
One of the biggest rumors to emerge post Love Is Blind is that Joey is now dating Sara Carton, another Love Is Blind contestant. Monica claimed in an interview that there was a “love rectangle” in Love Is Blind involving herself, Joey, Sara, and Ben. Joey confirms that the four of them had strong connections in the pods, but insists that nothing happened between him and Sara at the time.
However, months after filming Love Is Blind ended, they started talking again. Joey admitted that they considered whether their close friendship could evolve into something more, but for now, they’ve decided to keep things platonic.
“There’s definitely interest there. I’m not gonna lie about that aspect, but we decided — and still have decided — we’re not pursuing dating in this capacity at this time”
he explained.
The speculation hasn’t been easy to deal with, especially since Monica seems more certain about their relationship status than they are.
“We don’t even know ourselves. And it seems like Monica knows more than ourselves,”
Joey joked.
The Love Is Blind experience was an emotional rollercoaster for Joey, from his engagement with Monica to the ongoing rumors about Sara. While he admits he’s made mistakes, he also feels misunderstood in some ways. He hopes fans will be a little more forgiving when forming opinions about the cast.
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“Please give people grace because it is very mentally draining to have all these opinions come at you and your character being judged for things that you don’t know all the details on,”
he concluded.
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