According to People magazine, "90 Day Fiancé" star Michael Ilesanmi has left his wife, Angela Deem, after enduring a problematic relationship.

Michael Ilesanmi recently disclosed the personal tribulations and escalating conflicts he faced with Angela Deem, leading to his departure.

Michael, a 35-year-old Nigerian native, spent seven long years anticipating his move to the United States, hoping for a better life with Angela, a 58-year-old from the U.S. The couple's relationship, fraught with drama, was well-documented on the reality TV show "90 Day Fiancé," highlighting their volatile dynamics.

However, Michael’s expectations were met with a stark reality upon his arrival. In a revealing interview with Entertainment Tonight, he described an environment where he was closely monitored and mistreated, crumbling his vision of marital bliss. Angela's intense scrutiny and physical confrontations escalated, overshadowing the couple's interactions.

Michael Describes Life in the U.S. as Unbearable

"The reason why I left Angie's house is because — it’s very very sad — I wasn't treated like I'm her husband,” Michael lamented during his interview. “I was treated like I'm just a nobody. Every day we fight.”

He expressed that the daily quarrels and maltreatment became too much to bear, further stating, “I thought when I got here things would be better for us. But I was wrong, you know? Things got worse when I got here."

Angela’s demeanor, according to Michael, did not change even with the public’s eye on their relationship through television. Whenever disputes arose, she exerted physical dominance, leveraging his submissive and calm nature, potentially exacerbated by his status as an immigrant.

“Whenever she's upset, she can do whatever she wants. I don't want any issue, I don't want any bad record of my name, so I tend to keep it cool. Sometimes when she's very upset, she makes me feel scared,” he added.

Accusations and Misunderstandings

Amid the chaos, allegations of deceit clouded Michael's intentions. Angela's daughter, Skyla, and others speculated that a desire for a U.S. green card drove Michael’s interest in Angela.

Addressing these suspicions, Michael clarified, “It's like an attack on the part of where we come from. It's what people believe, but it is not it. If I scammed her for a green card, I would have left a long time ago."

Michael also disclosed his affiliation with a support group of Nigerian men, all aspiring for U.S. green cards. He highlighted that his participation was for camaraderie rather than deceit.

This attempt to find solidarity in shared experiences stands as a poignant reminder of the complexities immigrants face in new environments.

Uncertainties in Michael’s Future

The emotional and physical toll led Michael to finally leave Angela’s home in February, a decision made amidst fears and a lack of intimate connection, which Angela further reported as him going missing.

This marked a pivotal moment in his life as he discloses, "It's a lot for me to leave, for me to have left. It had gotten to the point [where] I couldn't just bear it anymore.”

Despite his tumultuous journey, Michael remains hopeful about his future, particularly in the realm of entertainment and television, where his prior exposure offers a glimmer of optimism.

“I'll take advantage of, I mean, me being popular, and If I get an offer from the network or any other activity or any other show I'll grab it," he shared ambitiously.

Why This Story Matters

This narrative sheds light on the darker realities of relationship dynamics, especially under the public lens. Our community must discuss these issues openly, support individuals facing similar challenges, and educate them about healthy relationship standards and the rights of immigrants.

Michael's departure from Angela marks a pivotal point in his personal life and underscores the complex interplay of love, control, and autonomy within relationships, made even more intricate by cultural and immigration statuses. It’s a stark reminder that behind the entertainment of reality TV are real lives experiencing real struggles.