In a shocking twist, Julia Trani, star of 90 Day: The Last Resort, has shed light on Brandon Gibb’s battle with severe
anxiety. The reality TV star revealed in an exclusive interview with Parade that Brandon’s anxiety issues were so
extreme that he had to be hospitalized.
Brandon, who hails from Virginia and Julia, from Russia, met at a club where Brandon was smitten with Julia and wanted to marry her that very day. The two went on to tie the knot during Season 8 of the show in April 2020. However, their seemingly perfect relationship was plagued by underlying issues. The couple had differing opinions on starting a family, and Brandon’s insults towards Julia’s decision to relaunch her dancing career caused tension in their relationship.
In an effort to fix their marriage, the couple attended group therapy in Arizona in 2023. The therapy revealed the cracks in Julia’s carefully crafted façade, but she managed to keep up appearances until Brandon’s hospitalization forced her to confront the reality of his condition.
In her emotional interview, Julia confessed that she had never encountered such a complex and innocent person like Brandon before. She recalled that while filming the ‘Happily Ever After SE’ Season 6 tell-all, Brandon’s heart almost stopped, leaving her speechless. She confessed that dealing with Brandon’s anxiety issues often made her feel helpless and unsure of how to respond.
The tension between Brandon and his fellow cast members on 90 Day: The Last Resort resulted in him being called derogatory names, which was a source of frustration for Julia. Despite her efforts to keep the peace, Julia wished she could have explained to Brandon’s friends that his anxiety issues were the root cause of his behavior. However, it wasn’t until the interview that Julia finally spoke openly about Brandon’s disorder.
Interestingly, Brandon chose not to address the issue on social media, which some fans might interpret as a deliberate attempt to downplay his struggles. Julia and Brandon’s marriage had been put through the wringer in recent months, with Julia regularly sharing stories of their marital troubles on Instagram. Despite the difficulties, the couple seemed to be holding on by a thread and were honoring their contracts by participating in 90 Day: The Last Resort.
The couple’s relationship seemed to take a turn for the better after attending group therapy, and it appears that their participation in 90 Day: The Last Resort in March-April 2024 has given them a new lease on life. However, Julia’s candid interview about Brandon’s anxiety issues may raise more questions than answers, particularly given the potential for conflict it may create between the couple.
Ultimately, Julia’s interview serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of empathy and understanding in our relationships, particularly when dealing with sensitive mental health issues. As the couple continues to navigate their marriage, fans can only hope that they will continue to prioritize open communication and mutual support.