90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way released its latest episode on Monday, September 9, 2024. It featured Dempsey Wilkinson and Statler Riley going on a boat ride. While Dempsey appeared excited for their trip, Statler seemed visibly nervous. She revealed that she had a fear of boats, which piqued her anxiety, causing her to feel uncomfortable.
The 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way cast member struggled to keep calm, fearing the possibility of getting seasick. Dempsey's attempts to make Statler feel comfortable went down the drain when the latter accused her of aggravating her panic attack. The tension between the duo pushed them into an argument, each accusing the other of discrediting their feelings.
90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way fans took to X to comment on their argument. Netizens criticized Statler for not communicating her feelings to Dempsey, while the latter tried being helpful. Many slammed her outburst, claiming Statler was draining Dempsey's energy and excitement.
"JFC Dempsey just leave Statler. Statler when we first met her was so fun now she's just whiny and mean," a fan wrote.
"Statler is exhausting. Dempsey is so chill but she is probably going to end up losing it on Statler by the end of this van life thing," another fan commented.
"Statler literally sucks the joy out of everything. Dempsey needs to get out now!" a person reacted.
Many 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way fans criticized Statler for excusing her behavior with her anxiety.
"Statler is being a b*tch to Dempsey. She doesn’t even give Dempsey a chance when she is trying to just love, comfort, and support her. Statler needs to understand that there are two people in a relationship," a netizen tweeted.
"Dear Statler, Dempsey is a good one because I wouldve left you and that attitude right at the airport. ADHD, autism and whatever else you claim to have is NOT a reason to be a complete jerk to this woman," a user reacted.
"I would get tf away from Statler asap if I were Dempsey. She's nuts! She's also a miserable b*tch who plays constant victim. Making Dempsey the bad guy. Such bullsh*t. She's going to turn on her. Watch," a fan wrote.
However, some netizens wrote in support of Statler.
"Dempsey is a bit aggravating on this boat. Just leave Statler alone in her feelings for a minute," a person tweeted.
"If you're going to date someone who suffers from high anxiety, it probably is best that you read up on it People are going to blame Statler for being the way she is, but she did warn Dempsey," another user commented.
What happened between Statler and Dempsey in the latest episode of 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way?
Just as Dempsey and Statler entered the boat, the latter's nerves started peaking. She refused to talk to Dempsey, attempting to focus all her energy on calming herself. She revealed that she had a "fear of vomiting" besides having a phobia of boats. She added she had to "knock three times" to even talk about it.
"So the idea of being on a boat and then potentially getting seasick, like, freaks me the f**k out," Statler mentioned.
Dempsey brought the 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way star out on the deck to make her feel better but in vain. Statler explained she did not want to have an outburst but admitted that when her anxiety hit, she was like a "ship without a captain." She needed to look at the horizon to compose herself.
Statler accused Dempsey of not reading up on how she could assist a person suffering a panic attack, blaming her for aggravating her nerves. On the other hand, Dempsey felt frustrated by her partner's behavior.
"I feel that every time I'm excited, I have to like, just push it to the side to make sure she's okay and sometimes I feel like I wanna scream," Dempsey said.
The 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way cast member requested Statler to let her help, urging her to express her feelings, however, Statler refused to speak, demanding Dempsey to leave her alone. Dempsey asked Statler not to be rude to her, while the latter warned her not to be in her ears. Ultimately, their conversation fetched no fruitful result.
90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way airs Mondays at 8 pm ET, only on TLC.