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Unrecognizable Glow Ups: 10 Cast Members Transformation


Numerous 90 Day Fiancé stars have undergone remarkable transformations since their appearances on the show, but the ten featured here are particularly notable for their changed looks. 90 Day Fiancé first aired in 2014 on TLC and has since evolved into one of the most popular reality TV franchises in history. With the conclusion of 90 Day Fiancé season 11, the franchise celebrated a significant milestone: a total of 90 90 Day Fiancé weddings.

The original series isn’t the only source of cast members. While 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?, which showcases former cast members in their post-marital experiences, is the second spinoff, there are multiple other shows that introduce new faces. 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days and 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way are the second and third spinoffs, forming the core of the franchise.

In addition to these shows, 90 Day Fiancé: Love in Paradise also introduces new couples to the 90 Day audience. If the couples from any of these shows create enough buzz (or controversy), they often transition into subsequent franchise shows that follow the evolution or complications of their relationships. Other shows like 90 Day: The Single Life and 90 Day: Hunt For Love focus on the dating journeys of notable cast members.

The individuals highlighted in this list, with one exception, have all made various appearances throughout the 90 Day Fiancé franchise, becoming recognizable, or at least somewhat familiar, figures. Over the years, their public images have undergone significant transformation, evidenced by their improved appearances. This transformation can be attributed to various factors, including weight loss, cosmetic surgery, or lifestyle changes, resulting in a positive makeover for these 90 Day Fiancé alumni.

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Ariela Weinberg’s Inspiring Transformation

Ariela Overcame TMJ Challenges

Ariela Weinberg first appeared in 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way season 2, while she was pregnant with her son, Avi, living in Ethiopia alongside her then-partner, Biniyam Shibre. Ari and Bini’s journey continued in The Other Way season 3, ultimately leading to Bini receiving a K-1 visa and their marriage being showcased in 90 Day Fiancé season 9.

The difficulties they faced in their marriage were featured across several episodes of the 90 Day Diaries spinoff before their relationship’s unraveling was depicted in 90 Day: The Last Resort season 2. When fans first encountered Ari in 2020 during The Other Way season 2, which was filmed in 2019, her appearance was drastically different from how she looks today.

Ari’s facial features were rounder, her hair was styled conservatively, and she often concealed her body. Fast forward to 2025, Ari’s jawline now appears sculpted and defined. She has openly discussed her battle with TMJ syndrome and the cosmetic injections she has received to alleviate its impact. Additionally, she has undergone a non-surgical Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). Her hair, makeup, and wardrobe choices have also evolved significantly, allowing her to transform from the previously unassuming figure into a confident individual who embraces her new image.

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Darcey Silva’s Bold Self-Expression

Darcey Embraces Her Authentic Self

90 Day Fiance's Darcey Silva frowns in a sweatshirt and smiles in a dress.

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Darcey was already familiar with the reality television landscape prior to her debut in 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days season 1. Along with her twin sister, Stacey Silva, Darcey had a short-lived show and appeared on several others. Entering the franchise at the age of 42, Darcey sported dark hair and exuded a more natural aesthetic in her appearance. Since then, her transformation has been dramatic, unfolding through various spinoffs of 90 Day Fiancé and her own series with Stacey, Darcey & Stacey.

Darcey is now nearly unrecognizable from her earlier appearances due to the multitude of cosmetic procedures she has undergone and continues to pursue.

To list a few of her enhancements, Darcey has received veneers, a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), abdominal sculpting, fox eye surgery, dermal fillers, Botox, rhinoplasty, and thread lifts.

Despite her extensive changes, one aspect that remains constant is Darcey’s extravagant and high-end fashion sense. Darcey is committed to being true to herself in the way she presents herself, and her cosmetic enhancements have played a pivotal role in helping her achieve this stunning glow up.

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Shekinah Garner’s Enhanced Look

Shekinah Revamped Her Aesthetic

90 Day Fiancé Shekinah Garner in pink dress during confessional looking worried

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Shekinah joined the 90 Day Fiancé universe in The Other Way season 5 alongside her now-husband, Turkish national Sarper Güven. Shekinah has consistently been open about her cosmetic enhancements, including undergoing her third nose job during her time on the show. Most recently, she appeared at the 90 Day Fiancé season 11 Tell All with a noticeably different appearance.

She revealed that she had her dermal fillers dissolved, in addition to receiving a mid-facelift, endoscopic brow lift, and a lower blepharoplasty. Although Shekinah initially entered the franchise looking polished, she has taken her aesthetic to new heights.

7

Amani Jlassi’s Striking Change

Amani Addresses Societal Pressure and Transformation

90 Day Fiancé season 11 introduced the franchise’s first-ever throuple, featuring Amani and Matt Jlassi alongside Any Aguierre. Their on-screen narrative was filled with tension, with Amani often being the more assertive partner during conflicts. Amani captured attention again during the Tell All, where she showcased a dramatically different appearance.

Amani shared that she underwent a nose job, a temporal lift, a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), and liposuction combined with a mini tummy tuck just six weeks prior to the Tell All.

Despite facing criticism for attributing her surgeries to societal pressures, Amani has voiced her discomfort with how drastically different she feels from her original self. Nevertheless, Amani’s new look is undeniably permanent, and some may consider it a significant glow up based on contemporary beauty standards.

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Angela Deem’s Inspiring Transformation

Angela’s Remarkable Physical Overhaul

Angela Deem made her debut in the 90 Day Fiancé franchise during Before the 90 Days season 2. She, along with her now-estranged husband, Michael Ilesanmi, were featured throughout the franchise until their dramatic split in 2024. Angela entered the series with a heavier physique, but achieved a remarkable transformation during Happily Ever After? season 6. She underwent bariatric surgery followed by a breast reduction, which was then followed by breast enhancement.

Angela has successfully maintained her weight loss, which has significantly altered her appearance. While she continues to smoke and has yet to achieve her desired neck lift, Angela regularly receives Botox treatments and proudly shows off her newly sculpted figure. The transition from her initial appearance to her current look illustrates the positive impact her physical changes have had on her life.

5

Larissa Lima’s Daring Transformation

Larissa Fully Committed to Her Transformation

Larissa Lima first graced our screens in 90 Day Fiancé season 6 when she married Colt Johnson. Following a brief six-month marriage, Larissa transitioned into Happily Ever After? season 5. By the end of that season, she had undergone a complete body makeover.

Her transformation included a nose job, cheekbone augmentation, chin enhancement, and Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgeries, in addition to lip fillers. She emerged from these procedures with a dramatically enhanced appearance. While some may argue that her changes have become excessive, Larissa’s new look has propelled her into a successful career in the adult entertainment industry.

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Sophie Sierra’s Hair Transformation

Sophie’s Hair Underwent a Major Glow Up

Sophie Sierra married Rob Warne during 90 Day Fiancé season 10. Throughout that season, her hair was often criticized due to its visible damage. Sophie opted for blonde hair, which often led to unsightly roots and a reliance on bobby pins to hold her hairstyle together.

After receiving negative feedback, Sophie candidly admitted to her struggles with hair management. However, she made significant strides in her hair care routine, debuting in Happily Ever After? season 8 with a sleek, darker hairstyle that fans had long desired to see. Sophie has maintained this polished appearance and even took the initiative to enhance her body with breast augmentation.

Although Sophie and Rob’s relationship faced challenges during 90 Day: The Last Resort, which resulted in an unsuccessful outcome, Sophie can still take pride in her impressive glow up.

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Tiffany Franco’s Inspiring Weight Loss Journey

Tiffany’s Life-Changing Bariatric Surgery

Tiffany Franco first appeared on 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way season 1 with her then-husband, South African native Ronald Smith. At that time, she struggled with her weight, which became even more challenging after giving birth to her and Ronald’s daughter. Tiffany continued to battle her weight during Happily Ever After? season 6 until she ultimately opted for bariatric surgery in 2021.

Since that life-altering decision, Tiffany has successfully lost over 100 pounds and has effectively maintained her new weight.

She appeared in The Single Life season 3 and is currently starring in 90 Day: Hunt For Love. Both series highlight Tiffany’s overall transformation, her remarkable glow up, and her newfound confidence, reflecting the extensive personal work she has invested in her journey of self-improvement.

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Chantel Everett’s Evolving Beauty

Chantel’s Professional Journey in Cosmetics

Chantel is a 90 Day Fiancé original, having made her debut in 90 Day Fiancé season 4 alongside her now-ex-husband, Dominican native Pedro Jimeno. At the age of 25, Chantel presented a natural appearance and was already blessed with an enviable physique. However, throughout the years, it seems her look has been enhanced considerably.

Chantel is currently featured on 90 Day: Hunt For Love, where her figure appears significantly more voluptuous. Additionally, she has mentioned that she works as an Injector Nurse at a medspa, making her well-versed in the world of cosmetic procedures, particularly Botox. In 2025, Chantel looks fantastic and exudes the confidence that comes from her transformation following her divorce.

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Yara Zaya’s Stunning Glow Up

Yara Admitted to Having a “Potato Nose”

Yara Zaya has undergone a significant transformation, openly acknowledging her journey. She first appeared in 90 Day Fiancé season 8, where she married her husband, Jovi Dufren from New Orleans. The couple has been featured in several seasons of 90 Day Diaries and are currently participating in Happily Ever After? for the third time.

Their marriage was revitalized in 90 Day: The Last Resort season 1, and the happiness Yara shares with Jovi is palpable, especially given the lavish lifestyle he provides.

Prior to her time in the United States, Yara was a reality TV star in Ukraine and appeared quite different. She has since undergone a nose job, breast enhancement, and it is speculated that she has received Botox and fillers. Yara also dedicates time to working out, which contributes to her impressive physique. Her appearance is now multifaceted, and her modifications appear tastefully executed. In fact, she may have achieved the most significant glow up in the entire 90 Day Fiancé franchise.

90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? airs Sundays at 8 p.m. EDT on TLC.

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Sarah Parker
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