The Turbulent Journey of 90 Day Fianc\u00e9 Couple Paul Staehle and Karine Martins
A detailed account of the custody battle and personal struggles of Paul and Karine, as they fight to regain custody of their sons, Pierre and Ethan.
The Beginning of a Bizarre Love Story
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The tumultuous journey of 90 Day Fianc\u00e9 couple Paul Staehle and Karine Martins has been filled with challenges and heartache, as they continue to fight for custody of their sons, Pierre and Ethan. The couple first captured the attention of viewers in 2017 when they appeared on 90 Day Fianc\u00e9: Before the 90 Days season 1. Paul's quest to meet Karine in a remote area of the Amazon region marked the beginning of their unusual love story, which quickly took a dramatic turn.
Paul Staehle and Karine Martins from 90 Day Fiance with their newborn son. Karine holds the baby as Paul looks on lovingly while seated on a bed
Despite the language barrier and cultural differences, Paul and Karine's relationship faced further complications when Paul insisted that Karine undergo STD and pregnancy tests upon his arrival in Tonantins. This unconventional request set the stage for the couple's unconventional and often tumultuous journey.
90 Day Fiancé Stars Paul and Karine Staehle, in front of home. Paul wears a blue shirt and is smiling.
The Loss of Custody and the Impact on Their Sons
The couple's relationship took a dark turn in December 2021 when a video surfaced online, showing an alleged physical altercation between Paul and Karine in their Kentucky home. This incident led to Karine filing a restraining order against Paul, citing abuse and mistreatment. While Karine later dropped the restraining order in March 2023, the damage had already been done, resulting in the loss of custody of their sons, Pierre and Ethan.
The heartbreaking news of their sons being placed in the custody of a foster family further added to the couple's turmoil. Reports revealed that the boys were thriving and well-cared for by the foster family, providing a glimmer of hope amidst the ongoing legal battle for custody.
The Struggles and Personal Losses of Paul and Karine
Karine's journey to motherhood was marked by heartache and loss, as she experienced two miscarriages before the birth of her first baby with Paul. The emotional toll of these losses was further compounded by the challenges of a long-distance relationship, with Paul frequently being away in America while Karine remained in Brazil during her pregnancies.
The arrival of their rainbow baby, Pierre, brought moments of joy amidst the hardships, but the couple's relationship continued to face tumultuous times, including the filing and subsequent dropping of restraining orders. The birth of their second son, Ethan, in February 2021, was overshadowed by the loss of custody and the subsequent legal battles that followed.
