Jay Smith and Ashley Martson’s whirlwind romance began when Ashley traveled to Jamaica for a wedding and met the charming and much younger Jay. Their connection was instant, and within days, Jay proposed.
The couple’s love story played out on Season 6 of 90 Day Fiancé, where Ashley brought Jay to the U.S. on a K-1 visa, hoping to build a future together. However, cracks in their relationship quickly surfaced. Just days after their wedding, Ashley discovered Jay had been using dating apps to talk to other women. Despite this betrayal, she gave him another chance, only for him to cheat again—this time in the bathroom of a barbershop where he worked. Ashley eventually realized that Jay had been using her for a green card, leading to their tumultuous split. Their relationship became a cautionary tale, with many fans criticizing Jay for reinforcing negative stereotypes about Jamaican men seeking visas through marriage.
Ashley and Jay’s breakup was anything but smooth. Ashley filed for divorce multiple times before it was finalized in March 2021. She later admitted that she felt relieved and “free” after Jay finally signed the papers. Throughout their marriage, Jay’s repeated infidelity and Ashley’s inability to trust him made reconciliation impossible. At one point, Ashley even threatened to have Jay deported, claiming he was in the U.S. illegally. Their toxic relationship played out in the public eye, with Ashley sharing her heartbreak on social media and Jay continuing to deny accusations that he had used her solely for immigration purposes. Despite the drama, Ashley moved on, focusing on her children and business, while Jay attempted to rebuild his life in the U.S.
Recently, Jay surprised the show fans by announcing exciting news on his Instagram page—he and his new girlfriend, Kay, are expecting a baby.
The revelation sparked mixed reactions, but surprisingly, many fans seemed to have moved past Jay’s controversial past and congratulated him and his new partner. While some still remember his history with Ashley, others wished him well, hoping that fatherhood would bring maturity and stability to his life.