The Worst '90 Day Fiancé' Cast Members of All Time

Some of the most infamous '90 Day Fiancé' cast members include Leida Margaretha and Geoffrey Paschel.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 3:26pm

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The TLC reality series '90 Day Fiancé' has chronicled stories of international love for over a decade, but some cast members have become notorious for their bizarre behavior and problematic personal lives. This article highlights seven of the worst '90 Day Fiancé' cast members of all time, including Leida Margaretha, Angela Deem, Geoffrey Paschel, Michael Eloshway, Paul Staehle, and Loren Allen.

Why it matters

The '90 Day Fiancé' franchise has become a cultural phenomenon, but the controversies surrounding some of its most infamous cast members have raised questions about the show's casting process and the responsibility of reality TV producers to vet participants more thoroughly. These stories also highlight the complex and sometimes toxic dynamics that can arise in international relationships.

The details

The article profiles several '90 Day Fiancé' cast members who have faced legal troubles, allegations of abuse, and other controversies. For example, Leida Margaretha and her husband Eric Rosenbrook were known for Leida's demands that Eric kick out his teenage daughter, and they have since faced multiple arrests. Angela Deem's volatile relationship with her Nigerian husband Michael Ilesanmi was marked by violent outbursts, and they ultimately divorced. Geoffrey Paschel, who appeared on the show with his girlfriend Varya Malina, was convicted of aggravated kidnapping, domestic assault, and other charges prior to his '90 Day Fiancé' stint. Other cast members like Michael Eloshway and Paul Staehle have also faced criminal convictions for possession of child sexual abuse material and arson, respectively.

  • In June 2019, Geoffrey Paschel was arrested for violently attacking the woman he dated prior to Varya.
  • In 2021, Geoffrey Paschel was convicted of aggravated kidnapping, domestic assault, and interference with emergency calls.
  • Roughly 10 years after his '90 Day Fiancé' stint, Michael Eloshway was convicted for possessing child sexual abuse material between February 2022 and March 2023.
  • In 2025, the infant daughter of Leida Margaretha and Eric Rosenbrook died, and the death was ruled non-accidental.
  • In March 2026, Angela Deem and Michael Ilesanmi finalized their divorce.

The players

Leida Margaretha

A cast member from '90 Day Fiancé' Season 6 who is originally from the Philippines and has been arrested multiple times in Wisconsin on charges of bail jumping, identity theft, fraud, domestic abuse, and other crimes.

Eric Rosenbrook

Leida Margaretha's husband, who has also had his own run-ins with the law, including charges for domestic violence.

Angela Deem

A '90 Day Fiancé' cast member known for her volatile relationship and toxic behavior towards her much-younger Nigerian husband, Michael Ilesanmi.

Geoffrey Paschel

A '90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days' Season 4 cast member who was convicted of aggravated kidnapping, domestic assault, and interference with emergency calls, and is currently serving an 18-year prison sentence.

Michael Eloshway

A '90 Day Fiancé' Season 1 cast member who was convicted for possessing child sexual abuse material.

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What they’re saying

“Leida 'adamantly disagrees' with the determination about her daughter's death.”

— Leida's lawyer

“Michael fled their home in February 2024, just a few months after moving in with his wife. He told a much different story, claiming in his divorce filing that his wife was abusive.”

— Michael Ilesanmi

The takeaway

The controversies surrounding some of the most infamous '90 Day Fiancé' cast members have raised concerns about the show's casting process and the responsibility of reality TV producers to better vet participants. These stories highlight the complex and sometimes toxic dynamics that can arise in international relationships, and the need for more scrutiny and accountability in the reality TV industry.