’90 Day Fiance’ Big Ed Dumps New Fiance Porscha Raemond After 24-Hours of Engagement!
’90 Day Fiance’ Big Ed Dumps New Fiance Porscha Raemond After 24-Hours of Engagement!
Just a week after 90 Day Fiancé star Big Ed surprised fans with the announcement of his engagement to 29-year-old Porscha Raemond, the reality TV star has revealed that their romance has already come to an end.
The couple’s brief engagement, which happened just 24 hours after meeting, was filled with impulsivity, excitement, and, ultimately, a quick realization that it wasn’t meant to be.
Big Ed Confirms the Breakup
Taking to Instagram on September 23, Big Ed — who is 59 — shared a video update with his followers, explaining his decision to call off the engagement. “Love is a crazy thing… I did something that was impulsive, I asked this girl to marry me and after considering… It’s too soon and it’s not really what I want, obviously,” he confessed. Ed went on to say that after talking to his family, he realized that marriage wasn’t in his immediate future and expressed a desire to remain single. “So I wish her – Porscha – the best in life,” he added, sounding more reflective than heartbroken.
He further elaborated on the situation in an Instagram Story post, calling the proposal “a whirlwind and admittedly, a very impulsive moment.” He emphasized that after some deep reflection and conversations with loved ones, he recognized that rushing into the decision wasn’t the best move. Despite the breakup, Ed maintained that he still holds “nothing but respect and love for Porscha” and wished her well as they move forward separately.
The Whirlwind Proposal
Big Ed’s relationship with Porscha had raised eyebrows when it first came to light earlier in the week. The two met at a fan meet-and-greet event in Plantation, Florida, and hit it off almost instantly. Ed, ever the romantic, described the encounter as love at first sight. Recalling the moment in an interview with Page Six, he said he was “amazed” when Porscha walked in, describing her as “this beautiful Italian dish.” According to Big Ed, the chemistry was undeniable, and the pair quickly made plans for the following evening.
During a dinner date at YOLO restaurant in Fort Lauderdale, Big Ed was convinced that he had found “the one.” Buoyed by the encouragement of a friend, he decided to propose right there in the restaurant. With no ring in hand, Ed fashioned a makeshift ring from a paperclip, got down on one knee, and popped the question. “I [told her], ‘Look, I never want to let you go. I think I met the one. I want to marry you,’” Ed shared. To his delight, Porscha said yes, and the restaurant erupted in applause.
Reflecting on the Engagement
Despite the whirlwind romance and public declarations of love, it seems that reality quickly set in for Big Ed. After the initial excitement faded, he realized that he wasn’t ready to take the plunge into marriage again. His reflective social media posts suggest that family input may have played a role in his decision. “After talking to my family, I realized that I don’t wanna get married. I wanna be single,” he explained, offering an insight into his thought process.
Though Big Ed has always been open about his romantic ups and downs, this engagement marks yet another chapter in his tumultuous love life, which has been closely followed by fans of 90 Day Fiancé. Before Porscha, Big Ed’s love life was frequently in the spotlight, especially his on-again, off-again relationship with Liz Woods. The two broke off their engagement 15 times before finally calling it quits for good. During the season 8 reunion of 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?, Liz even introduced Big Ed to her new boyfriend, Jayson, and Ed has publicly wished her happiness in her new relationship.
Big Ed’s Past Relationships
Big Ed first gained widespread fame when he appeared on *Before the 90 Days* season 4, where he was engaged to Rosemarie Vega, a Filipina woman he met online. That relationship was fraught with issues, including significant cultural and age differences, and ultimately ended in a highly publicized breakup. His relationship with Liz Woods, which followed, was similarly chaotic, with frequent breakups and reconciliations.
Looking Forward
While his engagement to Porscha may have ended as quickly as it began, Big Ed seems ready to move on, emphasizing that he’s focused on living the single life for now. For fans of the TLC series, it’s another twist in the ongoing saga of Big Ed’s love life, and it’s likely that his relationship status will continue to be a hot topic in the 90 Day Fiancé universe.
For now, fans can catch up on Big Ed’s romantic journey on 90 Day Fiancé, available for streaming on discovery+.
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Nancy Zhāng is an Entertainment Blogger for All About The Tea. Nancy covers hot topics, recaps and celeb news. She loves to multi-task as a writer and a private chef. She received a B.S. in Mass Communications from LSU. Nancy’s married and the proud mom of 2 German Shepherds.