In the world of reality TV, "The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On" Season 3 has left viewers on the edge of their seats. This highly anticipated season came to a close, bringing with it a series of twists and turns that have fans buzzing. The Netflix reality series, co-hosted by Nick and Vanessa Lachey, dropped its final two episodes on Wednesday, Dec. 18, finally providing answers to the burning questions about each couple and their current status. Discover the Post-"The Ultimatum" Lives of These Couples
Caleb Lefterys and Mariah Zernik
In the season 3 finale, Caleb's journey led him to propose to Mariah, a moment that brought both joy and surprise. Mariah, initially shocked, took a moment to process but ultimately said yes. "It's so surreal right now. I can't believe we're engaged… This is what true happiness feels like," she expressed. A year later, they remain engaged and are planning a destination wedding in summer 2026. However, their relationship faced challenges when Aria accused Caleb of liking her Instagram Stories and engaging in social media antics. Mariah called out Caleb for downplaying his emotional connection with Aria, highlighting the difficulties they faced in building a healthy relationship. "Leaving the show, it was a moment to restart building from a healthy place," Caleb said, taking accountability for his actions.
They have shown great strength in staying united and working through these issues, proving that true love can overcome obstacles.
Looking ahead to their wedding, it's clear that they are committed to building a life together.
Scotty Lewis and Aria De Westbrooks
Scotty and Aria's proposal day was filled with tears as they reflected on the difficulties and doubts in their relationship. Scotty's heartfelt words, "I choose you right now, today, and for all of my tomorrows," sealed the deal. But at the reunion, their story took a different turn. Aria broke off the engagement just one day later, revealing that she realized she had made a mistake. Despite their attempts to work through their issues through couple's therapy, they ultimately couldn't find a resolution. Aria also shared the painful news of her grandmother's death and her own miscarriage in the wake of the split. "You don't love me the way I want to be loved," she said through tears. Scotty, on the other hand, expressed his continued support and apologized for his actions, clearly heartbroken by the outcome.
Their journey serves as a reminder that even the strongest relationships can face challenges and sometimes not work out.
They will both move forward with their lives, carrying the lessons learned from this experience.
Nick Tramontin and Sandy Gallagher
Nick and Sandy's journey on the show was a rollercoaster. Uncertainty loomed as they entered proposal day, largely due to Nick's behaviors during Sandy's trial marriage with J.R. Nick ended up with a ring in his pocket but was stopped by Sandy before proposing, as they still had "things we have to work through." In the end, they decided to part ways without a proposal. During the reunion, Nick admitted that he didn't actually have a ring and had no intentions to propose. The two also opened up about the emotional toll of their relationship, with Sandy expressing her exhaustion and Nick owning up to his "emotionally aggressive energy."
Their story shows the complexity of relationships and the importance of honesty and communication.
Despite the end of their romantic relationship, they have shown a level of respect for each other.
Zaina Sesay and J.R. Warren
Like Nick and Sandy, J.R. and Zaina had a bumpy journey. On proposal day, J.R. praised Zaina's qualities but later changed his mind, stating that he wasn't ready to give her what she deserved and choosing to leave the show single. At the reunion, they confirmed that they were still broken up. They argued about the timeline of their breakup and J.R.'s alleged actions. Zaina also called out J.R. for his behavior during his trial marriage with Sandy. Today, both J.R. and Zaina are single. J.R. is in therapy, while Zaina is dating around and recently took a significant step by freezing her eggs.
Their story highlights the challenges of navigating relationships and the importance of self-awareness.
They are each forging their own paths in life after their time on the show.
Dave Adams and Vanessa Hattaway
After leaving the show early in episode 4, Dave and Vanessa returned for the season 3 reunion. They confirmed that they are still together and are excited about the future. "It did help us progress in many different ways," Vanessa said. Dave added that they are aligned and he is 100% committed to marrying Vanessa. They also discussed the reason behind their early exit, with Vanessa sharing her discomfort and the unresolved trauma. "The first day living with you, it was like I rode 15 rollercoasters with you and I don't know anyone that would’ve wanted to stay in that," she said.
Their reunion showed that they have worked through their issues and are moving forward together.
Their love story continues to unfold, and fans are eager to see what the future holds for them.
Micah Hardeman and Chanel Watkins
Micah and Chanel left the show early in episode 4 along with Dave and Vanessa. While they did not return for the reunion to explain their early departure, their social media accounts suggest that they are still together. Their relationship remains a mystery, but it's clear that they have something special.
They have chosen to keep their private lives private for now, but their bond is evident.
As they continue on their journey together, fans will be watching with interest.
Season 3 of "The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On" is now streaming in full on Netflix, offering viewers a captivating look into the lives and relationships of these six couples.