90 Day Fiancé Star Jasmine Faces Uncertain Immigration Future Amid Personal Turmoil

LOS ANGELES, CA — Jasmine Pineda, a star from the reality TV series 90 Day Fiancé, faces an uncertain immigration status as she navigates personal challenges, including a pregnancy with a new boyfriend. Following her move from Panama to Michigan in March 2023, Jasmine’s life took a dramatic turn, entangled with the complexities of her marriage to Gino Palazzolo.

Despite the approval of her K-1 visa, Jasmine revealed in a 2024 episode of 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? that Gino had not filed the necessary paperwork for her green card, leaving her unable to work and financially dependent on him. However, Gino later hinted that the paperwork had been submitted and that Jasmine had been a green card holder for over a year. Still, her status is precarious because green card holders risk losing their status or facing deportation for certain legal violations.

Compounding her difficulties, Jasmine is currently expecting a child with her new boyfriend, Matt Brainstareanu. The dynamics of her relationship with Gino and the impending birth of her third child add to the uncertainty of her immigration status. Jasmine has two sons from her previous marriage, and challenges in bringing them to the U.S. have further complicated her situation.

In earlier seasons, she expressed her intentions for her sons, Juance and JC, to join her in the U.S. after enduring difficulties with the K-1 visa process. Jasmine noted that Gino had failed to list her children in the visa application. A family lawyer informed her that the process to move them could take up to two years. “The fact that I’m not a citizen, plus they weren’t included in my visa petition, is making things very hard,” Jasmine shared on Instagram, highlighting the political landscape’s role in her struggles.

On February 18, Jasmine took to social media citing personal challenges and her intent to secure a lawyer for her sons’ immigration matters. “If I were to be rejected, I would immediately return to Panama and wouldn’t live in America anymore,” she stated, affirming her commitment to her children.

Notably, Jasmine’s attempts to reconcile her roles as a mother and partner have drawn mixed reactions from viewers and fans. Over time, her ongoing interactions with Gino depict a tumultuous relationship, revealing deep-seated issues of intimacy and support that led Jasmine to explore an open marriage with Matt.

The 90 Day franchise caught wind of Jasmine’s struggles, with the public closely monitoring her journey, especially her recent Instagram updates. On March 6, Jasmine shared that she had sought legal help which she deemed essential to navigate her situation. She later made light of the potential for deportation in a humorous Instagram post, hinting at the weight of her circumstances.

Additionally, Jasmine has publicly celebrated her son Juance’s academic achievements through social media, sharing updates that she hopes will reinforce her commitment as a mother during her tumultuous journey. “He better get an A,” she quipped about his school project, reinforcing her connection despite the distances.

As this season of 90 Day Fiancé: The Last Resort airs Mondays at 9 p.m. EDT on TLC, Jasmine’s story remains a focal point, drawing attentions from fans eager to see how her immigration challenges unfold alongside her evolving personal life.