90 Day Fiancé: Concerns About Natalie Mordovtseva’s True Feelings Toward Mike Youngquist’s Happiness

In the world of reality television, few relationships evoke as much intrigue and drama as that of Natalie Mordovtseva from 90 Day Fiancé and her former partner, Mike Youngquist. From the outset, Natalie’s striking appearance—blonde hair paired with captivating eyes—captured viewers’ attention, while their connection epitomized the adage “opposites attract.” Despite their vastly different backgrounds in terms of height, beliefs, and diets, their relationship was a focal point of the show, illustrating tension and contrast.

Long before arriving in America, Natalie expressed her desire to have a child with Mike. However, once she settled in Sequim, this ambition seemed to fade, suggesting that her narrative about wanting a baby might have been a ploy to inject drama into her relationships. Even when she returned to Mike in season 4 of The Single Life, her intentions appeared questionable, as she boldly urged him to father her child, showcasing her unapologetic demeanor.

Trish Was Right All Along

Accusations of Exploitation

The end of an era came during their Ukraine trip, when Natalie dramatically threw her engagement ring at Mike, embodying her resentment and frustration. During the season 7 Tell All, she accused him of infidelity, pointing fingers at a woman named Sarah, alleging that Mike had cheated on her. Sarah would later appear to clear the air, dispelling Natalie’s unfounded claims and casting doubt on Natalie’s jealousy-driven narrative.

“Sarah is a sister to me,” Mike insisted.

The fallout was evident, with Mike and Natalie formally ending their relationship. If love had truly vanished, Natalie’s decision to pursue a K-1 visa with Mike while claiming no affection for him raises eyebrows. Her movement to the U.S. seemed to prioritize the immigration benefit over genuine emotion, suggesting her primary goal was securing a future as a legal resident.

Mike’s refusal to hand back the engagement ring while Natalie continuously pressed for it was cringeworthy. Their tumultuous relationship was steeped in conflict, leading to Mike’s regrettable decision to marry Natalie mere hours before her K-1 visa was set to expire—largely influenced by his mother, Trish, who had voiced her deep distrust of Natalie.

Trish expressed her skepticism loudly throughout the series, leading to Mike being dubbed a “Mama’s Boy,” drawing parallels to other controversial cast members. She ultimately found vindication when Natalie chose to pursue romantic interests elsewhere, affirming Trish’s concerns that Natalie’s motives were not aligned with Mike’s well-being. Trish labeled Natalie as a “snake,” suggesting her true intentions revolved around exploiting the opportunity for a green card rather than fostering a loving relationship.

Natalie Has Moved On

New Beginnings and Uncertain Motives

90 Day Fiancé Josh Weinstein in side by side images from the show — Custom Image By César García

Ultimately, Natalie’s marriage to Mike lasted a mere three months before she sought an exit. Her actions seemed less about love and more about maintaining her legal status in the U.S. Without clear reasoning for their split, her next steps indicated she was eager to move on from Mike, possibly in search of a more promising option.

After leaving Sequim, she found herself in St. Petersburg, Florida, where she began dating Josh, the CEO of a modeling agency—each aspect of which seemed to cater to her aspirations as an aspiring model and actress. Her behavior appeared calculated, flaunting her new relationship and seemingly attempting to provoke Mike without fully committing to Josh, suggesting that he may not have been her ultimate choice.

Stalling the Divorce

Future Plans on Hold

Although Natalie had the opportunity to find a more suitable partner after her emotional exit from the show, she chose to end her relationship with Josh over trivial issues—one being his reluctance to label their relationship. Yet, even after their breakup, Natalie continued to benefit from Josh’s generosity, taking his car and living in an apartment he funded.

The root of her predicament lies in her refusal to finalize her divorce from Mike. Reports have yet to confirm any developments regarding their separation, with Mike now in a stable relationship with Sara for the past two years. However, he remains unable to marry her due to Natalie’s inaction regarding the divorce papers, driven by her fear of potential deportation. This ongoing self-interest not only prevents Mike from moving on but also casts a shadow over Natalie’s intentions, leaving her with little regard for his happiness.

90 Day Fiancé: Before The 90 Days airs Sundays at 8 p.m. EST on TLC.

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