David and Sheila’s journey on 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days has been marked by love, resilience, and a constant battle with financial hardship.
Despite the emotional toll of their long-distance relationship and Sheila’s initial K-1 visa rejection, David managed to get her visa approved on a second attempt—a major win for the couple. But starting a life together in the U.S. has proven to be far more complicated than just paperwork. Money has been their biggest obstacle, and even with an ongoing GoFundMe campaign that’s raised over $21,000, David says it’s not enough. Most of the funds have already gone toward visa-related expenses, leaving little left to build a stable future.
David’s financial stress has pushed him to seek alternative ways to support their dream. In a now-deleted Instagram post, he revealed that he reached out to TLC, hoping to be cast in another season of the show. According to David, TLC declined his request, and he felt the rejection was rooted in discrimination—specifically, that the network didn’t want him back because he’s deaf. The post stirred controversy and raised questions about inclusivity in reality TV. While David later removed the post, the damage may already be done. Publicly accusing a major network of discrimination is risky, and it could mean TLC won’t consider him for future casting.
Still, David hasn’t given up hope. He likely deleted the post in an effort to preserve any chance of returning to the franchise, knowing that those TLC checks could make a real difference once Sheila arrives in the U.S. Their GoFundMe campaign remains active, and David continues working multiple jobs to stay afloat. For now, their future hangs in the balance—caught between visa victories, financial strain, and the uncertain promise of reality TV redemption.