"She is the one" — 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days star Niles declares on his wedding day to Matilda

90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days season 7 episode 18, titled Before We Say Goodbye, aired on Sunday, December 29, 2024. The episode showcased a pivotal moment as Niles and Matilda formalized their relationship through a traditional Ghanaian wedding ceremony.

Despite unresolved challenges and the absence of Niles’ biological parents, the couple celebrated their union surrounded by Matilda’s family. During the ceremony, Niles reaffirmed his love and commitment to Matilda, saying,

“She is the one.”

The episode highlighted the couple’s emotional journey, particularly Niles’ experience navigating an unfamiliar cultural setting. With the support of Mr. and Mrs. Arc, who stood in for his absent parents, Niles could fulfill the marriage customs.

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90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days: Matilda and Niles’ wedding ceremony and rituals

The traditional Ghanaian wedding ceremony in 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days began with Niles, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Arc, arriving at Matilda’s family home. They brought gifts as part of the customary knocking ceremony, a tradition where the groom’s family formally seeks the bride’s hand in marriage. As the ceremony unfolded, Emmanuel, Matilda’s uncle, addressed the family, saying,

“As you see this pile of items here, Mr. Arc and his son said they’re gifting these items to our family. If the items are accepted, then they will take you away.”

Matilda gave her approval, asking her parents and relatives to accept the offerings. The guests cheered in celebration. Niles, who admitted to feeling overstimulated and overwhelmed by the unfamiliar customs and large crowd, said,

“I’m surrounded by people that I don’t really know... I hoped I was doing the right thing.”

However, Matilda’s presence and seeing her in her wedding dress comforted him and eased his anxieties, allowing him to fully embrace the moment.

The ceremony progressed with the elders asking Niles if she was the person he intended to marry, and Niles affirmed that she was the one. The crowd applauded as Niles placed a ring on Matilda’s finger and recited his vows.

“For better or worse, for richer, for poorer... I will always love you,” he promised.

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90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days: Niles and Matilda’s relationship explored

Leading up to the wedding in 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days episode 18, Niles faced financial difficulties, having recently lost his job. He sought assistance from Mr. Arc to meet the financial requirements of the ceremony. Mr. Arc provided the necessary funds and advised Niles to uphold marital traditions and responsibilities.

The pastor blessed the couple, declaring them husband and wife. Niles expressed gratitude to Matilda’s family for their acceptance and support.

“You’re finally Mrs. Valentine,” Niles said.

Throughout the episode, Niles and Matilda reflect on their journey to the altar. Matilda acknowledged the challenges they faced, including Niles’ autism and the disapproval of his biological parents. Matilda stated during a confessional,

“Even though we have some issues... I fall even more in love with Niles.”

For Niles, the wedding day brought clarity and joy despite his initial apprehensions.

“It was so, so much chaos leading up to today... everything feels so right,” he admitted.

The ceremony concluded with the couple leaving in a car amidst cheers and applause.

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New episodes of 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days season 7 air every Sunday at 8 pm ET on TLC.