Brandon and Mary Denio are often criticized by fans of 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way, but in reality, they don’t
deserve this treatment. Compared to other couples in the franchise, Brandon and Mary’s relationship seems
relatively healthy and normal. Their storyline attracted eyeballs primarily due to their video calls, which often
revealed severe trust issues between them. Despite these issues, they were able to overcome them when they started living together, and they continue to be together to this day.
Mary and Brandon’s early days together were marked by trust issues and disagreements, especially regarding money. Brandon at one point called Mary a scammer in one of their heated arguments. However, despite their differences, they have found a way to make their relationship work. What’s more surprising is that they’ve both decided to stay away from the limelight, unlike other 90 Day Fiancé stars, and focus on building a life together.
When I first watched Brandon on season 5 of 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way, he was already preparing to leave everything behind in the US to join Mary in the Philippines. This decision came from Brandon’s troubled past, which was revealed during the show. Brandon’s parents split when he was just three or four years old, and he later lost custody of him at the age of 15. He had to live with his demanding and hostile father for three years before moving out and living in his truck for two months. Brandon’s journey shows why he was so determined to find a stable home and a loving family, which he found with Mary.
It’s worth noting that most other 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way stars return to the US when living in a different country becomes too difficult for them. However, Brandon decided to take a chance on building a life in the Philippines, and he’s even been working extra jobs and sending money to Mary to build a house and start a business. This shows that Brandon is responsible and dedicated to his future.
Brandon and Mary’s decision to have a child was met with criticism from fans, who wondered if they could afford to raise a child. However, it seems that their love for their child and desire to provide a better life for them has overcome any initial doubts. Brandon’s past experiences with neglect and abandonment have made him determined to be a good parent, and Mary also had a similar experience with her parents abandoning her when she was young.
One of the biggest controversies surrounding Brandon and Mary’s relationship was when Mary claimed to have colon cancer. Fans questioned the couple’s request for help through a GoFundMe page, and Brandon’s initial post only made things worse. However, in the end, Mary clarified that she didn’t have cancer, but rather an anxiety attack that led her to make a mistake. She apologized to her fans and asked them to stop harassing her.
It’s worth noting that Mary and Brandon have been accused of violating their NDA by revealing their relationship online, including on TikTok. However, Brandon’s mother may have inadvertently ruined their storyline by posting wedding pictures and announcing her grandchild on Facebook. While some might see this as a spoiler, it’s possible that Brandon and Mary didn’t intentionally reveal their information online, and their story unfolded naturally. Compared to other 90 Day Fiancé couples, Mary and Brandon’s storyline was never intentionally crafted to keep fans engaged, and their social media presence was never as dramatic or attention-grabbing as some other couples.