Emily Bieberly from 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? opens up about her relationship with Kobe Blaise and explains why she chose him as her husband. Emily and Kobe first debuted in 90 Day Fiancé season 9 in 2022, where they documented their unique journey to marriage, overcoming communication issues and cultural differences along the way. The couple’s story began with Kobe arriving in the United States on a K-1 visa to start a family with Emily and reunite with his one-year-old son, Koban, whom he hadn’t seen since birth.
Emily and Kobe faced a number of challenges due to their differing opinions and cultural backgrounds. The Kansas resident often belittled her husband and pressured him into situations he wasn’t comfortable with. Meanwhile, Kobe failed to prove his worth by not getting Emily the right wedding ring and needed financial support from his in-laws. Fortunately, despite these challenges, Kobe persevered in their relationship and ultimately tied the knot. The 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? season 8 couple went on to have two more children, a daughter, Scarlett, and a son, Atem, after their marriage.
How Did Emily & Kobe Meet?
Kobe and Emily’s relationship began years before they appeared on reality TV. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Emily used to teach children in China. One day, she went out and met Kobe, who was working as an international underwear model at the time.
During 90 Day Fiancé season 9, Emily revealed that she found Kobe “really sexy” and quickly fell in love with him. She also shared that they “hooked up” that night. Within a few months, Kobe and Emily celebrated their engagement in China. Emily became pregnant, prompting her to return to America to give birth to their first child.
What Made Emily Fall In Love With Kobe?
In October 2024, during a recent Q&A session, Emily revealed why she fell for Kobe so strongly. She answered a fan who asked her, “what made you fall in love with Kobe?” by stating, “just his passion for life and his positivity.” The mother of three showered her husband with compliments, praising him for his cheerful and optimistic nature. The 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? alum added, “we’re just a really good match, because we’re opposite but yet the same.” Emily also shared that Kobe’s ability to handle her emotions and “sassy” attitude only deepened her love for him.
Emily & Kobe Plan To Expand Family With More Children
Emily and Kobe have welcomed three children in the last four years. However, they haven’t finished expanding their family and still want to have a few more children before they are done. In mid-2024, Emily and Kobe gave an interview to ET, where they revealed their baby plans and expectations. Emily stated, “I want Scarlett to have a sister,” explaining that she’d like her daughter to have someone she can relate to. Emily mentioned that she grew up with many siblings and wanted to create a family dynamic similar to that of her husband.
Like Emily, Kobe also grew up with many siblings. Therefore, he shares the same desire to expand his family and wants to have more children with his wife.
In October 2024, Emily was asked if she wanted another child with Kobe. She responded, “literally give me all the babies,” and added a grinning face emoji to show her enthusiasm. Emily said, “we will have 1-2 more,” showing that they weren’t planning to stop anytime soon. She expressed a willingness to have even more children, saying she could potentially have up to three more kids.
How Did Emily’s Mom Influence Her Journey As A Mom?
During the recent Q&A session, Emily also discussed her mother’s role in her maternal journey. When an Instagram user asked her, “what is something you want your mom to know that she did that impact you as a mother??” Emily replied, “she made being a mom look easy. She’s patient, and kind and the best role model to look up to.”
The reality star mentioned that she learned her parenting style from her mother, who filled her childhood with so much love. Emily added, “my mom always let us be our authentic self always.”
Red Flags In Emily & Kobe’s Relationship
Emily and Kobe have a strong relationship but still have some major issues to resolve for a happy future together.
Emily’s main problem is her self-centered nature. In 90 Day Fiancé season 9, she bought herself an expensive ring just because she believed Kobe couldn’t afford it, which emasculated him and controlled his emotions. Recently, Emily attempted to dig deeper into her husband’s past with his former girlfriend without realizing the impact it could have on their stable marriage. Though Emily is making progress, there are still some concerning aspects to her personality.
Kobe hasn’t been the best partner to Emily either. The Cameroonian man has made numerous mistakes, showing that he may not be the ideal husband in their relationship. Despite having three children with Emily, Kobe seems unprepared to handle the responsibilities of a patriarch. His stubbornness is also a significant flaw, particularly evident in his decision to name their son Atem after a friend who disrespected Emily during a trip to Cameroon in 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? season 8. Kobe refused to compromise and didn’t name Atem as the child’s middle name instead of the first name.
Will Kobe & Emily’s Marriage Stand The Test Of Time?
Although Kobe and Emily aren’t perfect, they seem to be taking the necessary steps to build a strong family.
In the coming years, their main goal should be to address and overcome their personal differences and show more respect towards each other. Kobe and Emily must find a way to compromise on areas where they disagree and find common ground. Kobe and Emily are moving in the right direction with their current progress. It seems likely that their marriage, like that of the couples featured on 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?, will endure.
