’90 Day Fiancé’ Star Michael Reveals The Real Reason He Ran Away From Angela

By Alexandra Sakellariou

Published Jul 26, 2024

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Michael shares why he left Angela: feeling unappreciated and constantly fighting led to his breaking point.
Expectations shattered for Michael in the U.S., where things only got worse, and intimacy was lacking.
Uncertain future for Michael, open to new opportunities in entertainment while navigating his on-off relationship.

Michael Ilesanmi and Angela Deem from 90 Day Fiancé have had their fair share of drama, but now Michael is spilling all the juicy details about how he finally reached his last straw.

The 35-year-old reality TV star recently sat down with Entertainment Tonight to give the inside scoop on his tumultuous relationship with Angela, 58, and what led to the February incident where she reported him missing. He candidly shared that living with Angela became unbearable, forcing him to make a drastic decision.

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Michael expressed, "The reason why I left Angie's house is because — it’s very very sad — I wasn't treated like I'm her husband. I was treated like I'm just a nobody. Every day we fight."

He continued, "It's a lot for me to leave, for me to have left. It had gotten to the point [where] I couldn't just bear it anymore."

Michael Says He Was Disappointed Moving To The U.S.

Upon arriving in the U.S., Michael's expectations were quickly shattered. "I thought when I got here things would be better for us," he remarked. "But I was wrong, you know? Things got worse when I got here."

Michael revealed that the couple never engaged in intimate relations, and Angela constantly monitored him, checking his phone despite his assurances that he had blocked the woman he had previously cheated with.

Michael and Angela first caught the public's eye with their appearance on 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Day in 2018, captivating audiences with their fiery romance and dramatic moments. Their rollercoaster relationship continued on the main 90 Day Fiancé series and its various spin-offs, where they became fan favorites for their unfiltered interactions and constant clashes.

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Angela, known for her bold personality and no-nonsense attitude, often clashed with Michael, who struggled to adjust to the cultural differences and high expectations placed upon him. Their on-again, off-again relationship kept viewers hooked as they navigated long-distance love, family disapproval, and trust issues.

Michael Is Looking Toward New Opportunities

Angela and Michael filming for 90 Day Fiancé — Angela and Michael filming for 90 Day Fiancé

Now that he is in America, Michael admitted that his future plans remain uncertain. Having spent significant time on the TLC franchise, he acknowledged that his options are currently open.

"I'll take advantage of, I mean, me being popular, and If I get an offer from the network or any other activity or any other show I'll grab it," he confessed. "I mean, I've been on TV for the past six years, and I think I'm used to it now."

He concluded, "I'm working on something — I don't want to put my head in one basket, so that's all I will say."

With their history of being on and off, who knows what will happen next? Tune in to the latest episode of 90 Day Fiancé to see the latest developments in Michael and Angela's unpredictable saga. Will they find a way back to each other, or is this the end of the road for the estranged couple? Stay tuned!