Suvechha Sarkar
Since its inception, ‘Married at First Sight’ has continued to be a source of entertainment and interest for the viewers due to the unadulterated interpersonal drama it generates. Season 15 of the reality series introduced Stacia Karcher and Nate Barnes to each other, and instant sparks flew with their immediate chemistry. However, the tensions were not far behind and started arising as soon as the couple began navigating their new marriage. Their relationship dynamic did not disappoint the fans, and soon, their story ended up becoming a major topic of discussion.
Stacia and Nate’s Bond Had Equal Measures of Passion and Challenges
From the outset, Stacia, hailing from Los Angeles, and San Diego native Nate were instantly drawn toward one another and shared a deep physical attraction. They indulged themselves in intimate moments, highlighting their passionate bond on reality TV. However, hiccups started to arise once they got back from their honeymoon. With every passing day, more differences surfaced, aligning their life goals and marital expectations proved to be the most significant challenge. On the show, it was shown that Stacia wanted to move forward in their relationship faster, while Nate wanted to take it slow. Irrespective of these hurdles, the duo decided to stay married on the Decision Day and work on their marriage together.
Stacia and Nate Announced Their Divorce Soon After Exiting the Show
Although Stacia and Nate left Decision Day as husband and wife, the reality set in as soon as the cameras stopped rolling. The couple was still working on their marriage during the show’s reunion by alternatingly living in both of their homes, but they had still not moved in together. Soon after, the Los Angeles native said that she felt that her husband’s promises to put in effort were just words, not actions. She disclosed that she tried giving him time and waited but could not understand why someone would want to go through the experience of the show if they were not okay with moving at a faster pace. With such turmoil on board, the ship of their union did not sail much further.
In the ‘Where Are They Now?’ special episode, which was filmed just five months after the conclusion of the season, the then 37-year-old revealed to her mother that she asked her husband for a “separation. Well, a divorce, I guess.” Two weeks following the special episode, Stacia disclosed that they had divorced in December 2022 and stated that she had no bad feelings toward him. However, she intended to stay friends with him and still loved him, just not romantically. Nate on the other hand recently spoke out about their divorce and noted, “I’m glad we divorced. She wasn’t for me.” When one of his fans expressed that they wished the former couple could make amends and get back together, he replied that he has moved on. As of today, the former couple has not kept in touch with each other and is leading their individual lives marked by personal growth and happiness.
Stacia is a Real Estate Investor and Social Media Influencer Today
After her appearance on the show, Stacia continued to advance in her career as a real estate investor and is still based in Los Angeles. She started her own YouTube channel in 2018 and began posting about her journey in the real estate sector in March 2023. The 40-year-old also shares her DIY projects, lifestyle, and tips on home décor on this platform. Besides this, she works as a tax accountant and has channeled her energy to create content for social media as an influencer. The real estate investor offers her huge list of followers a glimpse into her daily routine and fitness journey and keeps them entertained with her humorous zingers.
In December 2024, she appeared on the podcast ‘D-List Diaries,’ which is hosted by Nicole, Gina, and Kirsten, the cast members in season 16 of ‘Married at First Sight.’ Together, they took a quick journey through Stacia’s personal life, revealing that she was still in the dating world but had yet to find her person. The reality star is exceptionally skilled at her DIY projects, where she often renovates the houses she buys or transforms the mundane looks of her laundry room, staircases, or home office. Her all-time partner in these projects is Arturo Favela, who she lovingly describes as “the strength” behind her brains and assists her in executing the visions exactly how she imagined.
“We work well together…and he helps with getting the project done faster than me just doing it alone,” she jokingly mentioned. Aside from this, Stacia is a dutiful daughter and loves her mother, Stacy, beyond measure. To the TV star, her mother is her biggest support, and she always values her opinions in her life. The reality TV personality also loves spending time with her long-time best friend, Aja Lee, with whom she performs several fun social media trends. She also holds her girl gang, consisting of her fellow co-stars, Krysten, Alexis, and Lindy, close to her heart.
The girl gang often sets on memorable journeys to exotic places, filling their time with laughter and cherished memories. In March 2024, they visited Tulum, Mexico, where the friends finally manifested their trip from the group chat. They spent their days basking in the sunlight in the blue water of the swimming pool, talking about their lives. The 40-year-old also visited the balloon festival in Albuquerque, New Mexico in October, and described her experience as of the most terrifying ones. Thus, as of writing, it seems like Stacia is thriving as a single woman, surrounded by her loved ones while devoting her focus on furthering her career and personal development.
Nate Continues to Offer Guidance on Financial Planning as a Day Trader Even Today
Nate still lives in San Diego and has continued his entrepreneurial venture as a day trader for more than six years now. The TV personality has slowly built his presence on the digital platform and dedicates his time to educating his followers on trading and finances. He has been assisting others to find the best Forex brokers to use and even emphasizes financial literacy. His profile is focused on fitness, showcasing his workout routine, resilience, and journey towards personal development. He also started his YouTube journey in 2021 and provides his subscribers with tutorials regarding trading strategies, market analysis, and investment tips.
Shortly after the show, the reality star moved to a new home, which he later revealed was because he was having a hard time living in his studio apartment isolated after the split. Although he has kept his personal life under wraps, in March 2024, he visited the picturesque backdrop of Torrey Pines with a woman, but didn’t particularly spill the beans on the nature of his relationship with her. From soaking up every bit of the warm breeze on their hiking trail to sitting side by side, smiling coyly while looking at the ocean, we can assume the two surely share a close bond. However, who this mystery woman actually is has not been discovered yet. But his fans can keep their hopes high, hoping Nate will experience nothing but happiness in the coming chapters of his life.
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