On March 26, 2025, E! Online provided an exclusive glimpse into a charged moment from season 11 of 90 Day Fiancé, spotlighting the escalating tension between Sarper and Shekinah’s friend, Dan. In a candid confessional interview, Sarper reflected on the heated exchange, stating:
“He was just trying to step on me. I feel that it’s so obvious. More than one understanding at the table. But he was sending those messages to me.”
Tension Between Sarper and Dan in the Latest Episode
The friction erupted during a group outing, where differing views regarding Shekinah’s past relationships and her current involvement with Sarper came to light. As both men asserted their opinions, the atmosphere became increasingly strained, setting the stage for an intense confrontation.
Dan’s Comments on Shekinah’s Dating History
During the gathering, Sarper inquired if Dan had ever met any of Shekinah’s previous partners. Dan’s response was blunt:
“Oh, yeah. Oh, yeah. Oh, yeah. They were all losers, like, honestly, like, beside me, but they were all, I mean, they were all losers.”
When Sarper probed further about any romantic history with Shekinah, Dan clarified that while they had spent time together, there was no official relationship. Shekinah corroborated this. To elaborate, Dan discussed French dating culture:
“You know, in France, when you meet a girl, you go on a date with her, and then if you kiss her, and then you start to see her, then she becomes her girlfriend right away,”
differentiating cultural perspectives on relationships.
Dan Challenges Sarper’s Commitment to Shekinah
As the discussion unfolded, Dan didn’t hold back, questioning Sarper’s authenticity regarding his relationship with Shekinah. He expressed skepticism about their connection before Shekinah’s return to Turkey, suggesting:
“I think you were, like, just b***Ing her, and playing with her, and just, like, you know, sleeping with those other girls in Turkey while she was here in the U.S.”
Furthermore, Dan continued to assert that he could potentially be a better match for Shekinah:
“And I still think that I would be a better, you know, a better guy to be with.”
Sarper’s Perspective on Dan’s Provocations
In a later confessional, Sarper analyzed the encounter, interpreting Dan’s comments as deliberate provocations designed to instigate a conflict. Sarper acknowledged the temptation to react but opted for restraint, admitting:
“And I hate that, and I just want to answer him, but I cannot, because she [Shekinah] is there.”
He expressed concern over how the altercation might reflect on him, stressing the importance of maintaining composure:
“I have to give a good impression that ego clash between us can urge me to do something that I don’t want, that I can be regretful afterwards.”
Furthermore, he characterized the situation as “a test,”suggesting an awareness of the underlying dynamics at play in this confrontation.
To witness how Sarper and Shekinah navigate these challenging interactions, tune in to 90 Day Fiancé every Sunday at 8 PM ET on TLC.