Joanne DiGesu, a newcomer to 90 Day Fiance: The Other Way, is causing a stir with her unconventional choices. They have drawn criticism from fans and loved ones.
Married for two years to Seán, an Irishman she met online, Joanne finally revealed the truth to her kids, friends, and family during the latest season.
As expected, the reactions weren’t exactly warm. Joanne’s two sons, Joey and Jesse, were taken aback by the news, along with her mother and best friend. The main concern wasn’t just the secret marriage. It was whether Joanne would give up her life in America to live with Seán in Ireland.
Joanne hasn't heard from her son since he's left Ireland 😬 #90DayFiance pic.twitter.com/vBrtjjs7vv
— 90DayFiance (@90DayFiance) October 22, 2024
90 Day Fiance: A Mother Torn Between Love and Responsibility
Joanne and Seán want to make Ireland their home, but this comes with challenges-chief among them, how it will affect her sons.
In a recent episode, Joanne opened up about her struggle to balance her children’s needs with her desire to move. “I want to be happy and live in the moment,” Joanne explained, before adding, “But my kids come first.”
Joey, her eldest son, wasn’t convinced. In a heart-to-heart, he feared being left to care for his younger brother, Jesse, if their mom moved overseas. “If something happens to Jesse, that’s going to fall on me,” Joey said, clearly distressed.
Joanne DiGesu tried to reassure him, saying, “You won’t be responsible for him. I’ll hop on a plane if I need to.”
However, Joey wasn’t comforted by her words. “I’d rather not have you living in a different country,” he said. Her potential move was straining their relationship.
90 Day Fiance: Social Media Backlash: Viewers Call Out Joanne’s Priorities
Fans of 90 Day Fiance quickly voiced their opinions on Joanne DiGesu. Many accused her of putting her relationship with Seán above her children’s well-being.
One viewer bluntly commented on Instagram, “You got caught up in his hotness and put your boys second. You can’t spin this any other way.”
Joanne responded to the criticism with a defiant message: “Keep watching the show and see how it all goes.” A long-time client of Joanne’s came to her defense, calling her “honorable and committed” to motherhood. But despite some positive support, the criticism has persisted.
“I hope the ending is you being less selfish as a mother,” another detractor commented. Joanne fired back with grace, replying, “And I hope you continue to watch the TV SHOW and are less judgmental of a person .”
Donna is right to have no idea of how things could possibly work between Joanne and Sean! #90dayfiancetheotherway #90DayFiance
— Colin Brinkley (@cb_yellowjacket) October 22, 2024
90 Day Fiance: Parenting or Prioritizing? Fans Debate Joanne’s Choices
Joanne’s decision to marry in secret and her contemplation of a move overseas have left many fans questioning her priorities. “As a mom, you’re supposed to sacrifice for your kids, not the other way around,” one fan argued.
Others questioned the practicality of Joanne’s promise to “fly back if needed.” Viewers expressed skepticism, with one commenter pointing out, “Actions speak louder than words.”
Another added, “This is a tough decision, but it seems like she wasn’t thinking about the negative side of it.”
Joanne has been transparent about the emotional toll these decisions are taking on her family. But the backlash suggests many fans feel she has underestimated the impact of her choices on her sons. Joey, especially, now feels burdened by the idea of stepping into a parental role.
Joanne and Sean were extremely irresponsible in their decision to get married without considering their children!!! #90DayFiance #90DayTheOtherWay
— Jack (@J_Rog18) October 22, 2024
90 Day Fiance: Joanne and Seán’s Future: Can Love and Family Coexist?
Joanne DiGesu insists she isn’t abandoning her children. But, balancing two lives in different countries is a daunting challenge.
The couple has yet to decide whether Joanne will move permanently to Ireland or find a way to split her time between both places.
Despite the criticism, Joanne is standing her ground. In response to online trolls who mocked both her decisions and appearance, Joanne hit back with a message of self-love: “Honey, I’m not a clown, I’m a queen.”
Joanne’s journey on 90 Day Fiance: The Other Way is not over. Fans want to see how her story unfolds as she navigates love, family, and happiness.
Will she be able to find a way to keep both her children and Seán happy? Or will she be forced to make a choice between two worlds?
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