Karine Martins and Paul Staehle from 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? are living different lives in different countries after going their separate ways. The couple met online, and eventually, Paul took a leap of faith and traveled to Brazil to meet Karine in person. At first, everyone thought the couple was a perfect match because of their undeniable connection. However, Paul and Karine’s relationship quickly hit a rough patch due to their communication struggles and Paul’s criminal history. Despite warning signs, the couple decided to tie the knot on 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days season 2.
Karine and Paul didn’t have an easy time in their marriage. Right after tying the knot, they were involved in a lot of drama that had everyone talking. While Paul claimed Karine was unfaithful, she accused him of being abusive. Their relationship was always in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. They even tried to sell their son’s paternity test online at one point, which didn’t go over well with their fans. Despite welcoming two kids, Pierre and Ethan, during their five years together, becoming parents didn’t solve their problems.
Why Did Karine & Paul Split?
Karine and Paul found themselves in a messy situation towards the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. A video from their home surfaced online, revealing Karine getting physical with Paul in front of their children. This incident caused the couple to go their separate ways. Before long, Child Protective Services stepped in to ensure the safety of their children. This event became a major moment for Karine and Paul, leading them down a path of growth. Paul insists the custody case was blown out of proportion simply because he and Karine are well-known reality TV stars.
Karine Has Been Working Hard To Regain Custody Of Her Sons
Karine has had her fair share of controversies, but her recent social media updates prove she has turned over a new leaf. She’s been sharing heartfelt posts about her sons, showing her dedication to getting them back by her side. In December 2022, Karine posted a sweet photo compilation titled “for them, for them, always,” showcasing her strong bond with her kids, highlighting her role as a loving mother.
Karine is determined to do whatever it takes to reunite with her sons, even hiring great lawyers to support her in this custody battle.
Paul’s Been Enjoying His Life In Brazil
Paul has been enjoying a carefree life in Brazil, unlike Karine. He’s been focused on making new friends and hasn’t mentioned anything about wanting to regain custody of his kids. In the past two years, Paul has met many new people in Brazil and has been posting fun content with them, dancing, and living life to the fullest.
It seems Paul might be going through a midlife crisis since most of his new friends are quite a bit younger. Even though he’s in his mid-40s, he definitely still acts like he’s in his 20s.
Karine Promotes Controversial Products To Make Ends Meet
Karine is an immigrant to the United States and works hard to make money. In July 2023, Karine shared a video promoting an electronic adult toy. She wore it in public while dining at a restaurant. While Karine’s post received over 1.5k likes, some of her fans criticized her for being too bold. One Instagram user commented, “take a look on what you’ve become.” Another user wrote, “no. Try keeping it in your private life.” While Karine is simply trying to make some extra money, her advertisement for adult toys could potentially damage her reputation as a caring mother.
Paul Can’t Seem To Catch A Break In Life
Paul Almost Died In A Swimming Accident
Paul has encountered several challenges since his last appearance on the show. Some time ago, Paul had a frightening experience where he nearly drowned in water and had to be hospitalized. A video he shared of the incident depicted waves pulling him below the surface. Following this, Paul disappeared from Instagram, sparking rumors about his whereabouts. His mother even sought assistance from the authorities to help locate him, causing concern among everyone. Fortunately, Paul eventually reappeared on social media and clarified on Instagram Story that he had become stranded somewhere, and his phone had died.
Karine Is Working Hard At Her Job At UPS
Karine Is Flooded With Support From Her Online Community
Karine has been putting in extra hours at work to make ends meet. She works at UPS and loves to share snippets of her work life on social media. Last July, Karine posted a picture from the UPS building in her bright red UPS uniform. She looked more joyful than ever. Her post garnered over 4k likes and numerous encouraging comments. Followers commended her for being a hardworking single mom holding down a real job. One Instagram user said, “keep going forward sweetheart.” Another user gushed, “you always looks absolutely amazing.”
Paul Keeps Trying To Ruin Karine’s Image
Paul Claims Karine Is Expecting A Baby With Another Man
As Karine works on repairing her reputation to gain custody of her sons, Paul seems determined to sabotage it at every turn.
In 2024, Paul took to his Instagram Story to accuse his wife of sending a message indicating she was in a relationship with someone else and expecting a child with them. However, Karine quickly refuted these claims by posting a response on her Instagram Story, “I didn’t post that, I’m not with anyone, everyone knows who posted that.” She hinted that Paul may have been behind the fabricated story, using her social media account to spread false information.
What Does Paul Do For A Living In Brazil?
Paul Creates Mature Content
Paul hasn’t shared much about his job in Brazil, but his social media posts suggest he’s involved in the adult content industry. Like some other 90 Day Fiancé franchise stars, Paul has a Cameo account. With over 1128 reviews and a five-star rating, it seems he’s doing pretty well for himself on the platform. Paul is also active on Memmo, where he also has a five-star rating. Although Paul and Karine won’t be making an appearance on 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? they’ve found new ways to make money.
