What happened between Vanja and Josko in 90 Day Fiancé: Before The 90 Days Season 7 episode 18? Details explored

Episode 18 of 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days season 7 aired on Sunday, December 8, 2024. The episode saw Vanja Grbic and Josko Luketin’s relationship reach an unexpected turning point. The former, who had previously traveled to Croatia to meet Josko, believed their connection was strong after spending time together in Florida.

However, Josko sent a message to Vanja stating that he didn't think he could be with her, leading to their breakup. The latest episode of 90 Day Fiance: Before the 90 Days revealed how their journey unraveled as Josko expressed doubts about their future together.

It is worth noting that while Vanja had traveled to Croatia to meet Josko, he had also visited her in Florida, where the two seemingly shared some good times. Over the course of their relationship, Vanja and Josko had high hopes for their future and had emotionally invested in each other.

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What led to Vanja and Josko's breakup in 90 Day Fiancé: Before The 90 Days?

Vanja Grbic, a 41-year-old from Florida, met Josko Luketin through a dating app after she got out of a relationship with a man who cheated on her. She had visited Croatia to meet Božo Vrdoljak, but their connection ended before they could meet in person. Following this, she reconnected with Josko and the two soon formed a strong bond.

In a confessional interview, Vanja described how she and Josko had "really great chemistry" and felt very comfortable together. She emphasized that they connected on many levels, and Josko’s actions, like cooking meals for her, reinforced the belief that their relationship was progressing well.

In episode 17 of 90 Day Fiancé: Before The 90 Days, Vanja and Josko discussed the possibility of a long-distance relationship as it would be challenging to decide who would move. Vanja clarified that she was not moving back to Croatia while Josko explained why he couldn't leave his country with his son.

However, Josko agreed to spend 10 days visiting Vanja in Florida, which he felt marked an important milestone in their relationship. While in Orlando, Vanja showed Josko around the place, and the two made plans about how they might redesign Vanja's apartment when they could have a child.

For Vanja, the plans for the future seemed exciting and she said that she wanted to make sure that her partner saw "as much of Orlando and Florida as possible."

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The shocking turn: Josko’s text message

While Vanja was optimistic about their future, 90 Day Fiancé: Before The 90 Days episode 18 saw a significant change in Josko’s feelings. In her confessional, Vanja said that after spending time together, Josko sent her a text message stating that he could no longer be with her.

This message came as a shock to Vanja, who had believed their connection was strong and their relationship progressing well. She said that she felt that their bond was strong, especially after they had spent 10 days together. Vanja added that she also envisioned a future with Josko. The 90 Day Fiancé cast member went on to state that they had been intimate during Josko's visit.

"I feel like that stuff becomes so much more magical when you actually have this close bond with a person," Vanja said.

She emphasized the significance of these moments, explaining that they had "absolute fireworks" and multiple occasions of intimacy. She had started to "visualize us living together as a couple," and she was emotionally invested in their relationship. However, Josko’s sudden decision to end things left her confused and heartbroken.

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