Alright folks gather 'round because Love Is Blind Season 8 just dropped its reunion and it is MESSY. If you have been invested in the Minneapolis singles and their pod romances get ready for some major updates breakups and of course drama. Did your favorite couples make it? Did anyone dramatically call it quits? We have got all the juicy details from the finale and the reunion special so buckle up for some serious spoiler action!
Recap Time: From the Pods to the Altar Who Made it to Wedding Day on Love Is Blind Season 8?
Season 8 started with a whopping 32 singles all looking for love in those iconic pods. After dates and deep conversations (and maybe some questionable decisions) five couples emerged engaged and ready to face the real world. Let's jog your memory on who made it out of the pods ready to walk down the aisle (or not):
- Lauren O'Brien and David Bettenburg (Spoiler alert: Already broke up!)
- Monica Danús and Joey Leveille
- Ben Mezzenga and Sara Carton
- Devin Buckley and Virginia Miller
- Taylor Haag and Daniel Hastings
These five pairs headed to Honduras for some post-engagement bliss (or not) and then back to reality in their everyday lives. But as we know on Love Is Blind things are never that simple. Relationships hit bumps families got involved and some serious doubts started creeping in. Before we even got to the weddings one couple bit the dust but what about the rest? Let's dive into the wedding day drama!
"I Don't" or "I Do"? Love Is Blind Season 8 Wedding Day Spoilers - Prepare for Surprises!
Wedding day is always the ultimate test on Love Is Blind and Season 8 was no exception. Prepare for some gasps because only ONE couple actually said "I do" at the altar. Let's break down what happened with each pair:
- Lauren O'Brien and David Bettenburg: NOT TOGETHER. This one was a no-go way before the wedding. Apparently David's family and friends could not get over Lauren's past dating history. Seriously outside noise ruined this pod connection.
- Monica Danús and Joey Leveille: NOT TOGETHER. Everyone thought these two were solid gold but Monica shockingly said "I don't right now" at the altar. She and Joey both admitted they just weren't 100% ready for marriage even though they had strong feelings. Respectful but still a bummer.
- Ben Mezzenga and Sara Carton: NOT TOGETHER. Despite some major value differences (religion politics etc.) they seemed to be trying. But at the altar Sara dropped the bomb saying "I don't" because she wanted a partner "on the same wavelength". Ben's response was... unexpected. He asked her to keep dating! Sara was understandably thrown off calling it "disrespectful".
- Devin Buckley and Virginia Miller: NOT TOGETHER. Another seemingly good couple that crashed and burned at the finish line. Prenup talks caused some friction but Virginia ultimately said "no" citing deeper issues and feeling like she always had to "protect Devin". Ouch.
- Taylor Haag and Daniel Hastings: MARRIED! Against all odds this pair actually made it! Despite early drama about social media stalking (or not?) Taylor and Daniel said "I do" and seemed genuinely happy. A rare Love Is Blind success story this season!
So yeah only Taylor and Daniel tied the knot. Were you surprised? Heartbroken? Just waiting for the reunion to see what happened next? Because the reunion is where things REALLY get interesting...
Reunion Tea Spilled: Shocking Confessions Unexpected Surprises and Where Are They Now?
The Love Is Blind Season 8 reunion aired just days after the finale and it delivered on all the promised drama. Hosted by Nick and Vanessa Lachey the reunion brought all the couples back together to spill the post-wedding tea and boy was it piping hot. Here's a taste of what went down:
- Virginia's Bombshell Note: Virginia revealed that the night before her wedding she found a note from an ex-girlfriend on Devin's nightstand! WHAT?! Talk about last-minute drama.
- Sara's DM Dig: Sara accused Ben of sliding into another cast member's DMs after their breakup. Awkward!
- Madison's Receipts: Madison who had pod drama with Alex came prepared with PRINTED SCREENSHOTS tucked into her bra. That is dedication to drama right there. We don't know exactly what those screenshots were about but you know it wasn't good.
- Dave's "One That Got Away?": Poor Dave was put on the spot and asked if Lauren was "the one that got away". His hesitation and "Um..." pretty much said it all.
- AD and Matthew? Maybe?: AD who got left at the altar by Clay admitted she went on a couple of dates with Matthew Duliba (remember him? The one who also connected with Amber). But don't get too excited they are not together now.
- Taylor and Garrett - Still Married! For anyone wondering about season 7's only married couple Taylor and Garrett from season 7 gave an update at the reunion - they are STILL married. Another Love is Blind success story!
The reunion trailer promised "shocking confessions" and "jaw-dropping confrontations" and it looks like it delivered. We got tears accusations and awkward moments galore. And of course Nick and Vanessa Lachey were there to stir the pot and keep things moving. It wouldn't be a Love Is Blind reunion without them.
Who Showed Up? Love Is Blind Season 8 Reunion Guest List and How to Watch
Curious who graced the reunion stage? Here's a rundown of who was there to face the music:
- Newlyweds Daniel and Taylor
- Ex-fiancés Monica and Joey
- Ex-fiancés Ben and Sara
- Ex-fiancés Devin and Virginia
- Ex-fiancés David and Lauren
- Pod Squad Members: Molly Mullaney Madison Errichiello Alex Brown Meg Fink and Mason Horacek
Were Kylie and Brian who left before Honduras at the reunion? It is unknown if they participated. But even without them it was a packed stage full of emotions and unresolved issues.
Want to watch the reunion for yourself and catch all the unedited awkwardness? You will need a Netflix subscription. The Love Is Blind Season 8 reunion is streaming exclusively on Netflix. So grab your popcorn your gold goblets and settle in for a wild ride.
Final Verdict: Love Is Blind Season 8 - Messy Unpredictable and Totally Addictive
Love Is Blind Season 8 was definitely a rollercoaster. From seemingly solid pod connections to dramatic wedding day decisions and a reunion full of bombshells this season kept us glued to our screens. While only one couple actually made it down the aisle the drama and personal journeys of all the cast members were undeniably compelling.
If you are looking for reality TV that is equal parts cringe-worthy and captivating Love Is Blind Season 8 is a must-watch. And the reunion? Well that is where you get all the answers (and maybe even more questions). So stream it now on Netflix and get ready to dissect every awkward moment and shocking revelation with your friends. Because that's what Love Is Blind is all about right?