Amanda Wilhelm Is Engaged (Is She A Clout Chaser?)

Summary Amanda quickly moved from Razvan to her new fiancé Joel, sparking speculation of clout chasing.

Amanda seeks a father figure for her children, explaining her speedy engagements.

Amanda's quick rebounds hint at serial monogamy, likely stemming from unresolved grief.

Amanda Wilhelm had a tumultuous relationship with Razvan Ciocoi on 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days season 6, but the potential clout chaser recently got engaged to someone else. After losing her husband Jason to ampullary cancer, Amanda met Razvan on TikTok and was quickly drawn to his silly and endearing personality, sending him a virtual rose. Within a few months of their online interactions, Amanda traveled to meet Razvan in person. However, they immediately had problems in Romania, with Amanda getting jealous of his entertainment career and constantly complaining about everything Razvan did.

Despite their initial connection, Amanda and Razvan's relationship ended after she returned to America. Amanda attributed their breakup to Razvan's focus on his career, but they generally seemed unsuited to each other's lifestyles. Amanda was looking for a new father for her children, and Razvan was looking to have fun. Despite speculation that Amanda dated Scott Wern after 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days season 6, she got engaged to a new man. Did she do it for clout?

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Amanda Got Engaged To Her New Beau

They Got Together In January 2024

According to an Instagram post from @merrypants, Amanda and her latest boyfriend, Joel Zalazar, got engaged. Joel got down on one knee at a restaurant and proposed to the 90 Day Fiancé franchise star, and she happily accepted the ring. The pair then stood up and kissed, with Joel grinning from ear to ear. Amanda looked a little less thrilled but accepted the ring nonetheless.

"She's been waiting for this day since her husband died."

Fans of the show weren't super supportive in the comments. "She's been waiting for this day since her husband died," wrote one viewer, while another said, "Ya she looks thrilled. As usual," followed by a crying laughing emoji. There's clearly no love lost between Amanda and 90 Day Fiancé fans, as she was viewed as cold and unappreciative towards Razvan.

Amanda introduced her new boyfriend in March after posting him on her Instagram stories. Despite rumors following her split from Razvan she was dating Scott, her debut with Joel confirmed there was nothing left between them. Amanda's relationship with Scott had appeared more playful than serious, as they had posed as a couple on social media but were not genuinely together. Amanda and Joel began flirting on Instagram in January, and their engagement came in May, less than six months before they allegedly connected.

Amanda Moved On Too Quickly On 90DF After Her Husband’s Death

She's A Serial Monogamist

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Unsurprisingly, Amanda got engaged to an Argentinian man after less than six months of dating, given how quickly she moved on from her late husband. Amanda and Razvan appeared in 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days, where Amanda went to Romania to meet the adult entertainer. The 32-year-old widowed mother of two lost her husband, Jason, to cancer in 2022, just ten days after his diagnosis. Seeking solace, she met 26-year-old Razvan through TikTok, and their connection quickly turned romantic.

This swift transition from widowhood to a new relationship was shocking, especially given Razvan's career and lack of interest in fatherhood. Amanda acknowledged feeling guilty about the rapid shift on Before the 90 Days but defended her actions by clarifying the timeline and emphasizing that her children were always her priority. Despite initial excitement, Amanda's trip to Romania highlighted challenges, including her guilt over leaving her children and Razvan's struggle to understand her loss.

Amanda was struggling to process her husband's sudden death, evidenced in her quick rebound with Razvan on Before the 90 Days.

After breaking up with Razvan, Amanda appeared to move on with Scott, who was initially on 90 Day Fiancé: Love In Paradise as Lidia Morel’s American boyfriend.He ended his relationship with Lidia due to communication issues and mismatched expectations. Post-breakup, Scott remained single, attempting relationships with other cast members such as Tiffany Franco, Debbie Aguero, and Karine Martins. It seemed Scott had become a clout chaser, similar to Amanda.

Amid financial struggles, including bankruptcy and debt, Scott needed somewhere to live. As a fellow franchise star, Amanda offered Scott her basement in exchange for home repairs. Appreciative of her generosity, Scott expressed his attraction to Amanda and dedicated a Valentine’s Day video, asking her to be his Valentine. Amanda accepted, suggesting a potential romantic relationship beyond just friendship. However, whatever spark the pair had was short-lived, given Amanda's engagement to Joel.

Given her relationships with Razvan, Scott, and Joel, it's fair to say Amanda is a serial monogamist. She likely hasn't come to terms with her husband's death and struggles to be alone. One of her main goals in Before the 90 Days was finding a man to serve as a father for her children, perhaps motivating Amanda to find the next love of her life. This is perhaps the kindest analysis of why Amanda feels she needs a relationship.

A serial monogamist is someone who moves quickly from relationship to relationship, often without much time being single in between.

Is Amanda A Clout Chaser?

She Wants Her Children To Have A Father

Like many reality TV stars, Amanda's online presence begs whether she's a clout chaser or genuinely looking for love. While she made herself look bad on Before the 90 Days, Amanda is likely a broken person desperate for acceptance and protection from a man rather than a soulless clout chaser trying to stay relevant. After losing her husband to cancer, Amanda sought Razvan as her savior. However, when she realized their goals didn't align, they broke up.

Her engagement to Joel is in line with her behavior on the show, but he seems much more suited to fill the role of father for her young children. Amanda is likely still grieving, and Joel wants to become a more traditional husband and dad than Razvan ever desired. While their engagement was quick, it's probably genuine. Hopefully, Amanda found what she was looking for after 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days.

90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days season 6 is available to stream on MAX.

Source: @merrypants/Instagram, Amanda Wilhelm/Instagram