Vanja Grbic, a standout cast member from 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days, has been captivating fans with her emotional journey. A professional belly dancer, vegan baker, and makeup artist traveled from Florida to Croatia to meet her soulmate, Božo Vrdoljak.
However, her romantic dreams quickly turned into heartbreak when Božo Vrdoljak revealed he only saw her as a friend—twice! The confession left Vanja blindsided and questioning everything about their online relationship.
“I just feel like I was played a fool,” Vanja tearfully admitted during a confessional, following an emotional confrontation with Božo.
90 Day Fiancé: Friendzoned Twice – Vanja’s Romantic Expectations Shattered
When Vanja Grbic first arrived in Croatia, she was eager to take her online relationship to the next level. The duo had exchanged “I love you”s online, and Vanja believed they were already in a romantic relationship.
But during a meal with Božo’s friends, he casually labeled their relationship as “just friends,” leaving Vanja visibly upset. He later claimed it was a joke. But, his intent was clear when he said, “I only see you as a friend.””
The emotional toll on Vanja was evident. She ran out of a restaurant in tears, saying, “First, he tells me I’m just a friend, then he says, ‘We’ll see if the physical [attraction] develops.’ What’s going on?”
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90 Day Fiancé: Fans Sympathize with Vanja but Criticize Božo
Fans of 90 Day Fiancé have rallied around Vanja Grbic, expressing their support for her online. Many viewers have been critical of Božo Vrdoljak, labeling him as indecisive and dismissive of Vanja’s feelings.
One fan commented, “Vanja deserves so much better. Božo’s actions are disappointing, especially after leading her on for so long.”
Others pointed out Božo’s apparent lack of effort in their relationship. “He’s giving nothing emotionally or romantically,” wrote another viewer.
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90 Day Fiancé: Vanja Defends Božo Despite Backlash
Surprisingly, Vanja has taken to TikTok to defend Božo against some of the harsh criticism he’s received. Vanja explained, in response to comments about his living situation, that he lives with his mother and aunt. This is a common cultural norm in the Balkans.
“Living with parents until marriage is the tradition here,” Vanja shared. “It’s not just him; it’s a cultural thing.”
Despite her efforts to stand up for Božo Vrdoljak, many fans weren’t convinced, with one Croatian viewer commenting, “That was maybe true 70 years ago. Now, it’s about finances, not culture.”
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