It’s quite intriguing that Jasmine Pineda, a prominent figure on 90 Day: The Last Resort, embraces Juance, her presumed stepson, as her own child, while her biological son JC remains noticeably absent from her conversations. Jasmine made her television debut alongside Gino Palazzolo in 2021, and their relationship was marred by numerous red flags. This raised eyebrows when they announced their engagement. Despite reservations regarding Jasmine’s possessive and suspicious tendencies, Gino opted to apply for her K-1 visa, facilitating their marriage in the United States. This decision ultimately led Jasmine to relocate from Panama, leaving behind her two children.
Despite the prevailing issues in their relationship, Jasmine and Gino proceeded with their wedding. Yet, once they tied the knot, they were confronted with another significant concern: Gino’s lack of interest in physical intimacy with Jasmine. This prompted them to seek marriage counseling during season 2 of 90 Day: The Last Resort. Following their therapy sessions, Jasmine broached the idea of an open marriage, identifying her gym acquaintance, Matt Branis, as a potential sexual partner. While Gino accepted this unconventional arrangement, he expressed unease regarding Jasmine’s close ties with Matt.
Jasmine’s Introduction as a Mother of Two
Shared Custody of Her Two Sons
As many anticipated, Jasmine developed deeper feelings for Matt, leading to the birth of their daughter, Matilda, on March 21, 2025. However, this has sparked debate about whether Jasmine is now a mother of three or two. Initially, she introduced herself as a mother to two sons, clarifying, “my eldest lives with my ex-husband and the youngest [usually] lives with me, but he has a special condition.”During the pandemic, Jasmine sent JC to stay temporarily with her mother in a rural area to navigate the city’s lockdown.
Even though neither of her sons were residing with her at that time, Jasmine still identified as a mother of two. She described the pandemic as a challenging period, expressing her longing for her sons, yet she was thankful to have found Gino during those difficult days. Jasmine perceived her burgeoning relationship with him as a form of “therapy”and had introduced him to her sons, labeling their meeting as a “beautiful moment.”While JC has never graced the screen, Juance made a brief appearance in 2023 before Jasmine relocated to the U.S.
Gino’s Claim Regarding Juance’s Relation to Jasmine
Jasmine: Potential Stepmother to Juance
Jasmine is reportedly working with a lawyer to facilitate her sons’ relocation to the United States. However, Gino maintains that Juance is not biologically him. An Instagram post shared by Gino’s female acquaintances on @gino.linzee.tara insinuates that Jasmine has secured her green card, allowing her to visit her sons in Panama when desired. The post also claims that Juance is not Jasmine’s biological child, stating, “the other child is her ex-stepchild—not hers.”
While these allegations warrant consideration, it’s essential to acknowledge that Juance was not residing with Jasmine when she first appeared on the show. Although Jasmine has not addressed these claims, she continues to refer to Juance as her child. Gino, who has spent over four years with Jasmine and visited Panama several times during their relationship, might possess a deeper understanding of her family dynamics than the edited segments presented to 90 Day Fiancé viewers. If Gino asserts that Juance is not Jasmine’s son, there may indeed be truth behind his statement.
Jasmine’s Profound Connection with Juance
Embracing a Maternal Role for Juance
Regardless of biological ties, Jasmine acts as a nurturing figure in Juance’s life. She is striving for financial stability in the U.S. to ensure her children receive better prospects. Since Gino didn’t reference Jasmine’s children in her K-1 visa application, she faces additional hurdles to reunite with them in America. Nevertheless, she is fully committed to this endeavor. It is clear that Jasmine has fostered a deep bond with Juance during her marriage to his father, leading her to regard him not merely as a stepson but as her own.
Throughout the series, Jasmine has expressed that her bond with Juance is “out of this world.”She identifies as a “cool mom”and has been devastated by the prospect of leaving him behind in Panama. Whether or not Juance is biologically linked to Jasmine, it’s evident that she has taken on a maternal role in his life and is resolute in maintaining that connection. Her involvement in his education, daily routines, and emotional needs reflects a second-mother role filled with love and support.
The Mystery Surrounding JC’s Absence from the Show & Family Photos
Shielding JC from Negativity
Jasmine frequently discusses her son Juance on the show and shares images of him on social media, keeping fans engaged with his life. However, many—including myself—have noted her reluctance to mention her other son, JC, who has special needs. JC has never appeared on the show, and Jasmine’s limited online posts about him have sparked curiosity. Jasmine has indicated that she now has full custody of both sons, which suggests that JC’s lack of visibility might be a personal choice rather than influenced by her ex-husband.
Following her marriage to Gino in the United States, Jasmine shared cherished moments with her family on Instagram. Notably, JC was absent from these family snapshots, although her pet dog Coco was featured. Jasmine maintains openness regarding her eldest son on social media, yet she prefers to keep JC out of the limelight. She expressed her preference to wait, articulating, “Maybe one day, but by seeing how vicious and scary social media is just makes me prefer to keep it private.”This suggests that Jasmine is cautious about exposing JC to potential negativity surrounding his condition.
90 Day: The Last Resort airs Mondays at 8 p.m. EDT on TLC.
Source: @gino.linzee.tara/Instagram, Jasmine Pineda/Instagram