Since their appearance on 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way, Josh McGuffey from South Carolina and Lily Huang from China have forged vastly different paths. Their journey began on a language-learning app, where they connected and fell in love despite the considerable distance between them. Over the years, they navigated numerous challenges characteristic of long-distance relationships, including conflicts that led to a brief separation during which Josh dated another woman from Vietnam. However, he reconciled with Lily soon after.
Both Josh and Lily faced their own personal challenges throughout their relationship. Josh struggled financially, often admitting to being broke, while Lily managed the complexities of single motherhood and cultural expectations. Ultimately, they chose to strengthen their bond and decided to marry in China. Demonstrating his commitment, Josh quit his job and relocated to Lily’s hometown, fully aware that this would prevent him from working in China. With support from Lily, they shared their romantic journey in season 6 of 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way.
Josh & Lily’s Journey on 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way
The Struggles of Misunderstanding
Throughout their journey on the show, Josh and Lily encountered several red flags and miscommunications that complicated their relationship. Josh’s struggle with trust stemmed from fears that Lily could abandon him, while Lily grappled with the language barrier that hindered their communication. Despite their relatively small age difference, they faced intimacy issues, with Lily becoming concerned about the lack of physical affection that had lasted over seven months, raising alarms for her daughter, who wished for her mother to find happiness.
Arguments often erupted from these misunderstandings. For instance, an innocent question during a car ride about flashing lights spiraled into a serious disagreement. Josh felt neglected, while Lily interpreted his lack of appreciation for the financial support she provided as disinterest. Nevertheless, despite these challenges, the couple celebrated their love with a traditional wedding attended by nearly thirty relatives. Their ceremony received widespread affection from viewers of the show.
Divorce After Filming Concludes
Lily’s Perspective on Their Split
Following their marriage, Josh and Lily’s relationship began to crumble. During the season 6 Tell All episode of 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way, they expressed their dissatisfaction within the marriage. Lily, joining virtually from China, stated that they were unhappy, while her daughter criticized Josh for his lack of emotional support and intimacy towards Lily, urging him to be more affectionate.
In November 2024, Lily took to Instagram to reveal her split, showcasing romantic moments from their past in a poignant reel. She declared, “From now on, he is my ex,”shedding light on the pain inflicted by their breakup. Lily lamented that Josh had intruded upon her “beautiful life”and shattered her dreams, leaving her to feel unloved and unappreciated.
Lily Flourishing Post-Divorce
Lily’s Empowering Solo Journey
Since her separation from Josh, Lily has moved on and distanced herself from both her ex-husband and the 90 Day Fiancé franchise. Despite a modest following of 2,500 on Instagram, she actively shares moments with her daughter, showcasing her resilience and independence. During Valentine’s Day in February 2025, Lily posted a video reflecting on her journey, advising her audience to steer clear of “bad guys.”
While Josh appears to have stepped back from public life, Lily is embracing her independence. Recently, she shared a photo from her workplace, confidently announcing, “I work hard every day, and I will never go bankrupt,”highlighting her commitment to financial stability amidst her newfound single life. Her comments often carry a playful jab at Josh, reinforcing her empowerment and the wise decision to end their relationship.
Future Appearances on the Franchise?
Josh’s Potential Comeback
Despite being one of the most tumultuous couples featured on season 6, both Josh and Lily are unlikely to make a return to 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way. Lily, still based in China, is not interested in reliving her experience with Josh, particularly with someone so culturally and linguistically different. As an individual outside the U.S., her participation in the franchise would present logistical challenges, potentially making it beneficial for her to remain out of the spotlight.
Conversely, Josh may have opportunities to re-enter the franchise, reminiscent of other former cast members like Jamal Menzies and Meisha Johnson who maintained their connection through appearances on Pillow Talk. Although a return to 90 Day: The Single Life is plausible, it could be unlikely due to his subdued presence compared to other drama-driven participants.
For fans of the franchise, 90 Day: The Last Resort airs Mondays at 9 p.m. EDT on TLC, offering more touching stories and dramatic turns.
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