The Controversial Relationship
Shekinah Garner's appearance on The Other Way season 5 of 90 Day Fianc\u00e9 brought to light a tumultuous journey with her partner, Sarper G\u00fcven, that left viewers shocked and appalled. It all began when Shekinah, a Los Angeles-based aesthetician, decided to uproot her life in America to be with Sarper, a 43-year-old Turkish man she met on a dating app. What followed was a series of alarming events that painted a grim picture of their relationship.
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Upon her arrival in Turkey, Shekinah was confronted with Sarper's astonishing obsession with her weight, going as far as to weigh her and dictate what she should look like. This controlling behavior became a recurring theme throughout the 21 episodes of 90 Day Fianc\u00e9: The Other Way season 5, leading to a tumultuous Tell All session where Shekinah's true nature was unveiled.
90 Day Fiancé Couple Shekinah & Sarper pose in workout gear
During the Tell All, Shekinah's confrontational and offensive demeanor took center stage as she targeted her co-stars' relationships and even turned against her own family. This behavior shed light on the toxic dynamics of her relationship with Sarper and raised questions about her defensive stance.
90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way Season 5's Shekinah and Sarper
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Defending the Unhealthy Dynamics
Sarper's unhealthy obsession with Shekinah's appearance and weight became a focal point of their relationship, drawing concern from the 90 Day Fianc\u00e9 cast as well as Shekinah's own family. However, instead of acknowledging the red flags, Shekinah staunchly defended Sarper's behavior, even citing a controlling voice message from him as 'sweet.' Her defensive attitude raised eyebrows and led to a rift with her own family.
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Furthermore, Shekinah's unnecessary and hurtful comment towards Kirsten, another participant, highlighted her lack of empathy and further fueled the narrative of her antagonistic behavior. Her defensive stance and unwavering support for Sarper's controlling demeanor left many baffled.
90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way Season 5's Shekinah
The Mean Girl Persona
Shekinah's demeanor during the Tell All revealed a disturbing and mean-spirited side that left a sour taste in the mouths of her co-stars and viewers alike. From taunting comments to unwarranted accusations, Shekinah's behavior showcased a lack of empathy and understanding towards her fellow participants.
90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way's Shekinah and Sarper
Her confrontations with her co-stars, including accusing one of pursuing another participant for their looks and criticizing another for alleged rudeness, highlighted a pattern of negativity and antagonism. Shekinah's refusal to engage with her own family due to their criticism of Sarper further emphasized her combative and unsympathetic nature.
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