The Controversy Surrounding 90 Day Fiancé’s Danielle Mullins Jbali
A cast member of 90 Day Fiancé has sparked criticism for starting a fundraiser to advance her career, following Michael Ilesanmi’s successful GoFundMe campaign that raised over $52,000. Angela Deem had previously reported Michael missing from her Hazlehurst home in February 2024. Although Michael was eventually found, he disclosed that he left due to fearing for his life. He relocated to Texas, prompting Angela to file for an annulment. To cover his legal fees, Michael set up a fundraiser, hoping to gather $25,000 in donations.
Meanwhile, Danielle Mullins Jbali has sought financial assistance from fans to cover her school tuition, as she revealed through a fundraiser linked on her Instagram account.
Danielle’s Fundraising Efforts and Public Reaction
Danielle posted on Instagram on September 12, 2024, sharing a Spotfund fundraiser link. Her caption read, “If you can donate it will be greatly appreciated.” She also disabled comments on the post. The blogger, 90dayfianceupdate, reposted Danielle’s appeal, prompting fans to voice their disappointment. Aimeewyo wrote, “Pay for your own college like everybody else,” while C_blevovoxo humorously added, “Let me pay your school loans when I can’t even pay my own.” Vintage1beauty remarked, “Michael had his GoFundMe, now watch others from the franchise try to cash in, smh.”
Implications for Danielle Jbali’s Reputation
Danielle Shouldn’t Compare Her Situation To Michael’s
Danielle set a fundraising goal of $2,400 on Spotfund and has so far received $350 from nine donors. The campaign description details Danielle’s aspiration to become a nurse, describing her as a “dedicated individual” from the 90 Day Fiancé franchise. She explains that she is nearing the end of her journey to becoming a registered nurse and requires financial support to pay for her RN school tuition so she can focus on her studies and graduate in November 2024. The description states that donations will significantly aid her dream of taking the NCLEX exam and positively impacting the healthcare field.
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However, fans are not eager to help Danielle, believing she could manage by getting a job. They reminded her they financed their own education and many still grapple with student loans. Her actions appear entitled, expecting viewers to cover her tuition because she has mismanaged her finances and lacks savings. Danielle could have pursued scholarships but might have been influenced by Michael’s swift success in raising his $25,000 goal in just two days.
Our Perspective on Danielle Jbali’s Request for Donations
Danielle’s ex-husband, Mohamed Jbali, accused her of having a criminal past and substantial debts. While Danielle hasn’t resorted to extreme measures like faking illness to solicit funds, as seen with Mary Demasu-ay, asking fans to pay her tuition is ill-advised. Danielle, currently a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), seeks to advance to a Registered Nurse (RN). Though previously commended for her educational pursuits, fans recall her legal troubles, including charges of felony theft and fraud, reduced to misdemeanor theft. Danielle admitted to mistakenly using someone else’s credit card.
90 Day Fiancé: Before The 90 Days airs Sundays at 8 p.m. EDT on TLC.
Source: Danielle Jbali/Instagram, Spotfund, 90dayfianceupdate/Instagram, Aimeewyo/Instagram, C_blevovoxo/Instagram, vintage1beauty/Instagram
90 Day Fiancé
- Romance
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90 Day Fiancé is a reality TV series that follows the trials and tribulations of Non-U.S. citizens who travel from abroad each season to meet their potential spouses utilizing a K-1 visa. This three-month visa gives the pair 90 days to determine whether or not their romantic and life goals are aligned before they're forced to return home unmarried. Drama and tension unfold as the couples navigate the tricky dynamics of international marriage.