Love Is Blind’s Alexa Lemieux Gives Birth, Welcomes First Baby

As I delve into the lives of these Love is Blind alums, I can’t help but marvel at their journeys since leaving the pods. It’s fascinating to see how they navigated through breakups, surprises, and self-discoveries, much like a rollercoaster ride of emotions.


Love has reached a whole new level for Alexa Lemieux and Brennon Lemieux.

After revealing Alexa’s pregnancy six months ago, the stars of Love Is Blind have now brought their first child into the world together.

“On July 31, 2024, our beloved daughter, Vienna Ziva Lemieux, was born. This beautiful child inherits her mother’s hair and her father’s dimples, and our hearts are overflowing with love for her.” (Instagram post caption, August 15)

Furthermore, they were showered with heartfelt congratulations from their fellow cast members of the dating show, such as season one star Cameron Hamilton, who expressed, “Congratulations to both of you!!!” Additionally, costar Giannina Gibelli chimed in, “Yayayayay she’s here!!! I’m so happy for you.”

As a long-time fan of the popular Netflix series, I have been following the lives of its stars closely. Having watched them grow and evolve throughout the show, it was truly heartwarming to see them find love and tie the knot during season three. Now, just a few months later, they’ve announced that they are expanding their family. This news brings joy to my heart, as I have always admired their strong bond and the way they support each other through thick and thin. It’s inspiring to see them embarking on this new chapter in their lives together. I can only imagine the happiness and love that will fill their home as they welcome a new member into their family. Congratulations to them both!

Previously, Alexa expressed her gratitude to be in this situation, as it was something she had desired. She also mentioned that she couldn’t contain her excitement any longer because it plays a significant role in her life. So, she’s eager to share the news with everyone!

Though, as the 29-year-old shared, the couple’s journey to baby took some time.

She pointed out, “We’ve been attempting for nearly two years, and as such, it was quite an ordeal.” She underwent various fertility procedures, but none were successful. Her anxiety grew, fearing that perhaps they would never be able to conceive children.

Previously, Alexa shared with People that she was both ecstatic and thankful for the situation, as it had been a significant part of her life. Given her poor ability to keep secrets, she was eager for everything to become public knowledge!

Though, as the 29-year-old shared, the couple’s journey to baby took some time.

After a long journey of nearly 18 months, I must admit the experience was quite daunting. I ventured into various fertility treatments, yet every attempt seemed fruitless. The looming fear crept in; a fear that our dreams of starting a family might never come true.

Despite having to adapt as needed, or “go with the flow,” Alexa’s feelings of gratitude stood out more than any other emotion she felt.

She shared, “[Despite] my body transforming, I feel like this is my purpose.” Reflecting upon the experience, she emphasized, “It’s quite an adventure, and I wish success – or what we call ‘baby dust’ – to those still on their journey. May everyone find their baby.”

Read on to see where other couples from Love Is Blind stand today.

As the season drew to a close, I found myself engaged in a handful of disputes with Chelsea and Jimmy. However, just prior to our upcoming wedding, we seemed to have left those differences in the past during an enjoyable outing at an amusement park. This newfound harmony was a promising sign before we embarked on our shared future together.

Nevertheless, Jimmy plainly signaled his readiness to conclude their rollercoaster relationship, ending his engagement with Chelsea who was taken aback by his choice and shed tears.

On our recent date, dear Chelsea, I confessed my heartfelt feelings for you, expressing that I yearn for a connection beyond friendship. However, despite my deep desire for this relationship to thrive, I am hesitant about taking it to the next level—walking down the aisle isn’t something I see in our future together.

In simpler terms, he said, “We’ve boiled it all down to a single point of contention, but originally, it was five or six major concerns that deeply affected me emotionally.” (One of these issues was that Chelsea disclosed Jimmy’s past relationship with his female friend.)

Following another round of discussions about their past relationships, Chelsea departed with tears, expressing her disappointment: “I had such high hopes for us.”

The pair were both single during the March 2024 reunion.

As Clay voiced his reservations about marriage because of his perspective on his father’s unfaithfulness, AD offered him comfort, stating they would overcome as a couple and everything appeared to be going smoothly for them.

However, when it came time for him to make a lifelong commitment at the altar, Clay chose not to, explaining to AD that it wasn’t prudent for him to marry since he wasn’t yet prepared.

Cue the shock.

He assured AD, “I’ll put in the effort for us both, and we’ll face this challenge together. Regardless of what others might think or say, I acknowledge that I’m not yet prepared for marriage, and you deserve nothing less than my best. If I can’t commit one hundred percent at this moment, I won’t take that step with you until I am ready…I can’t offer a yes just yet.”

It turned out to be a startling realization that led AD, with tears streaming down her face, to acknowledge that the relationship had been a squandering of her valuable “time and energy.”

Regarding Clay, he further disclosed that both financial and emotional factors significantly influenced his decision to leave. He questioned himself, “Am I married?” and found the answer to be no. When asked if he was deeply in love, he responded negatively as well.

At the gathering, Clay admitted that he had erred by wanting to date AD, yet she gave hints of uncertainty about reuniting in the future.

AD admitted that she indeed went out on a few dates with her costar, Matthew Duliba, following the end of filming, however, they are not in a relationship.

As a devoted follower, I’m excited to share that the couple who pledged their ‘forever yes’ in season six was none other than Amy and Johnny. Their stunning ceremony marked not just the start of their journey together, but also the beautiful blending of our families into one harmonious whole. In a heartwarming moment, Amy’s father affectionately told Johnny’s sister that he now considers her part of his expanded family, feeling as if he has gained multiple daughters.

As for Johnny, he too declared at his reception that his father-in-law was his “new dad.”

They were still married during the reunion episode.

Initially, Brittany and Kenneth’s love blossomed, but upon returning to reality, their relationship gradually lost its spark.

According to Brittany’s interview with Life & Style, “I believe things changed significantly when we returned to Charlotte and settled back into our regular lives. The intensity and passion we felt in the pods seemed to cool off a little when we got back home.”

Despite no longer being engaged, their friendship endures. As Brittany stated during the reunion, “The connection between us will persist forever, even though our romantic relationship has ended.”

Laura’s engagement with Jeramey ended dramatically when she discovered he had reunited with his fellow podmate, Sarah Ann Bick, during a night out. Following their heated argument, Laura asked Jeramey to leave her alone.

But instead of that, he went off to ride jet skis with Sarah Ann. 

At the gathering in March 2024, it came to light that Jeramey had been intermittently seeing Sarah Ann for a whole year, starting from when they filmed the show, and they now share a home.

Laura is dating someone else, who she did not identify at the reunion.

During season five, the couple faced several challenges, such as Izzy’s past relationship with Johnie Maraist and Stacy’s preference for fine dining over paper plates. However, Stacy ultimately decided against marriage due to Izzy concealing information about his credit history, which she found particularly problematic.

Although Stacy didn’t utter “I do” at the altar, she nonetheless wished to continue being in a relationship with the heartbroken Izzy.

“We’re at different spots,” he told her. “It really breaks my heart.”

Regarding Stacy, she was grateful to Izzy for helping her open up emotionally, yet she wasn’t completely confident about what lay ahead between them. She stated that being “fairly certain” wasn’t something she felt comfortable committing to for the remainder of her life.

Izzy is now dating surgical assistant Shelby Webb.

Season five’s sole success story came from arguably its most unlikely pairing. 

Following an initial hiccup when it emerged that Lydia was previously involved with Uche Okoroha, Milton’s pod-friend, before the show commenced, it was just them who managed to keep their romantic connection intact throughout the entire experiment.

Lydia exclaimed, “Marrying my partner has realized a long-cherished wish of mine!” She was overjoyed beyond words. “Now, with all that I desire within arm’s reach, it feels as if I’ve come home, it feels secure.”

As an analyst, Milton concluded, “The data all pointed towards this being the best choice.”

For this couple, opposites seemed drawn together throughout the entire season, that is, until they stood at the altar. As Paul exhibited signs of uncertainty, Micah requested that Paul voice his decision first; unfortunately, Paul declined the proposal of marriage.

1) Micah expressed feeling utterly wrecked, he stated. If Paul had wished to wed me, there’s no doubt in my mind I would have responded with a resounding “Yes.”

During the reunion, Paul expressed regret for his comment made in a private conversation, where he mentioned finding it hard to picture Micah as a parent.

Paul clarified, “What I said wasn’t fair to her, I believe a more appropriate way to express my thoughts would be to say that I don’t see myself in a parental role with her.”

After wrapping up the movie, the pair attempted a short-lived reconciliation, but unfortunately, they couldn’t maintain their relationship. Later on, Paul clarified that they officially split up during his visit to Micah in Arizona, marking an end to their union for good.

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but share my excitement over Paul’s latest love life updates! In the captivating tale of “After the Altar“, he unveiled his new romance with a woman who shares two passions close to his heart: travel and cooking. This mysterious lady has now made her way into our social media feeds as Paul’s official Instagram partner, none other than the talented eyelash beautician, Geneva Dunham.

Although Kwame’s mother declined to attend the wedding and some might argue that his discussions with Micah were inappropriate (they had interacted during their time in the pods), Kwame and Chelsea were among the three couples who got married at the conclusion of season four.

At the gathering, Chelsea disclosed that she had recently met her husband’s mother, while Kwame extended an apology to his wife and her kin, admitting that his conversations with Micah weren’t the most favorable portrayal of him.

The couple is living in Seattle with their beloved dog Rocky.

In my experience, it’s often said that love can be blind, but sometimes it takes a moment or even a new romantic prospect to understand if you’ve chosen unwisely. That was exactly my situation when I first proposed to Irina Solomonova, yet our relationship didn’t last and we parted ways during our vacation in Mexico.

Following my heartfelt plea to Bliss for another shot, we dared to buck the statistics (and even Bliss’ father’s expectations) and stood united at the altar, exchanging our vows. Incidentally, we didn’t just spectate our first dance, we seized the moment, spinning around the floor as Lee Ann Womack’s “I Hope You Dance” filled the air – a song that had become our melody of connection in those pods.

Following the broadcast of the final episode, Zack posted a picture of the couple on Instagram accompanied by the caption “Everlasting Happiness”.

The couple shared in November 2023 that they are expecting their first baby.

As a longtime fan of Love Is Blind, I must say that the pairing between Cameron Hamilton and Lauren Speed in season one was truly special. Their connection seemed so genuine and destined from the very beginning. With my years of watching reality TV, I can confidently say that this duo’s chemistry was unlike any other I have seen on the show. It was refreshing to witness such a strong bond develop between two individuals who genuinely cared for each other and had a mutual understanding of their relationship goals. Their journey to love and commitment was inspiring and left a lasting impression on me, as it did on many viewers.

On their special day, the oldest pair in the study – Tiffany was 36 and Brett was 37 – exchanged vows, despite an unexpected wardrobe malfunction with Brett’s trousers not fitting right. Thankfully, Lucia, the seamstress, came to the rescue! (Big shout-out to Lucia, you’re amazing!)

Since filming wrapped, Tiffany and Brett moved to Portland and are still perfect! Phew!

After SK said “I don’t” at their wedding, he and Raven seemingly parted ways.

In fact, it was discovered that they had resumed their relationship after the camera crew wrapped up filming, as they were found together during the season three reunion special.

A whole month has passed since their fairytale romance was public, but then came the crushing blow: “We’ve decided to part ways,” SK and Raven declared in a joint statement shared on social media last November. Surrounding these revelations, there were whispers of infidelity. Amid ongoing legal proceedings, they requested privacy, asking us to respect their difficult situation. They asked for understanding as we followed their love story and believed in them. I, a devoted fan, can only hope that they find peace and happiness, whatever the future may hold.

Spectators looked on with disappointment as Jackie opted to offer a second opportunity to Josh Demas, the other man she had bonded with in the pods, instead of continuing her relationship with Marshall by meeting up with him and eventually breaking off her engagement.

During the reunion, Jackie clarified the sequence of events. She explained, “I had already parted ways with Marshall when I first encountered Josh at the coffee shop.” She went on to emphasize, “Contrary to appearances, I’m not a cheater.”

Jackie later acknowledged the conclusion of her relationship with Marshall, admitting that she is responsible for her statements and behavior. Essentially, they were not destined to work out together.

Regarding Jackie’s relationship with Josh, as depicted in “After the Altar”, they were dating and cohabiting. However, Jackie revealed on her Instagram Live in September 2023 that they have parted ways.

Regarding Marshall, he shared with TopMob that he had a brief interaction with Kacia Clark following the competition. “We made an effort,” Marshall stated, “However, I decided it was best for me to step away from everything associated with that particular experience.”

Following the altar, Marshall confessed that he has been in a relationship with Dr. Chay Barnes for a full year, and wishes to spend an eternity with her. Their engagement took place in December 2023.

I can’t help but reminisce about the whirlwind wedding of Nancy and Bartise on “Love Is Blind” – it was far from ordinary, not due to the charm of the bride or the dashing looks of the groom. Instead, the fireworks were all about their unpredictable chemistry!

In the final episode of season three, it turned out that while Nancy was eager to tie the knot, Bartise wasn’t quite convinced about their relationship. This news didn’t go down too smoothly with Nancy’s family, who openly expressed their disapproval towards Bartise without any reservations.

Regardless of their ups and downs, Bartise and Nancy have kept their relationship fluctuating between friendship and casual acquaintance. As Bartise explained to TopMob, “We’ve transitioned from being friends to merely knowing each other, then having no contact at all, back to being friends again.”

In April 2023, Bartisse, a former contestant on “Perfect Match,” revealed the birth of his child named Hayden. However, he has yet to disclose the identity of Hayden’s mother in any public statements.

Several months later, he debuted his new romance with Cait Vanderberry on Instagram.

Nancy is currently in a new romance, though she hasn’t disclosed the name of her partner to the public yet.

 

In the final episode of the season, audiences saw Alexa and Brennon exchange vows in a heartfelt ceremony surrounded by their nearest and dearest.

In touching declarations, Alexa expressed, “You bring laughter, stimulate thought, but above all, you fill me with joy.”

The lovers announced in January 2024 that they are expecting their first baby.

Well, we can’t say we’re surprised by this breakup.

During their relationship, it often felt like Zanab and Cole were at odds, leading to numerous disagreements. Despite reaching the wedding altar, Zanab expressed her feelings by saying, “You’ve shown disrespect, made insults, offered criticism, and in doing so, you’ve severely damaged my self-esteem.”

Cole later reflected on their tumultuous relationship.

Speaking with TopMob News, I shared my journey of encountering various obstacles, but persisting and navigating towards calmer seas. As for our future plans, I had hoped we could carry on our journey, even if we didn’t tie the knot on that specific day.

Colleen and Matt successfully exchanged vows in the season three finale.

Regardless of the ups and downs they experienced while courting each other, the couple remained optimistic about their bond and joyfully declared their commitment by saying “I do.”

Speaking to TopMob News, Colleen explained why she decided to proceed with the wedding: “The moment he started crying and sniffing, I thought, ‘He’s mine.’ So, I knew then that I would be saying ‘yes’ as soon as I saw him.”

And for those wondering, Colleen confirmed, “A year-and-a-half later, we’re very, very happy.”

During the season finale, Sal wasn’t able to say, “I do.”

In an TopMob News interview, he revealed that he was single after filming.

He asked, “Ready for dating in the near future?” but admitted, “I’m not sure about the strategy. I feel that avoiding online dating apps might be the wisest choice.”

As we know, Deepti and Shake’s time on the show did not end with a happily ever after. 

Sunny and Hina Merchant Vempati, Deepti’s brother and partner, have been criticizing Shake on Instagram, with remarks such as “Shake, you’re a disgrace,” due to his inappropriate and embarrassing comments about Deepti.

They continued, urging Shake to “stay the f–k away” from their sister.

Looks like Shake will be heading to his Nobu reservation alone! 

Despite the fact that Natalie and Shayne didn’t get married during their time on the show, Natalie confirmed to TopMob that the romantic narratives we witnessed were indeed sincere.

Natalie clarified, “This isn’t a reality show. It’s an honest portrayal of our actual lives, genuine emotions, and true connections.”

As a divorced woman myself, I can empathize with Natalie’s feelings when she found out that Shayne was considering joining the cast of “Perfect Match” after their failed marriage. It’s always challenging to navigate through the complexities of a broken relationship and attempt to rebuild something new, especially when there are external factors like work and fame getting in the way. In my own experience, I found it essential to prioritize open communication and understanding with my ex-partner during this delicate time. It’s disheartening to see someone you thought you could trust make choices that may further complicate the situation and potentially hinder any chance of reconciliation or a healthy co-parenting relationship moving forward. I hope Natalie finds the strength and support she needs to move on from this experience and find peace in her personal life.

She shared on Instagram that during the filming, he frequently messaged her expressing a desire to quit early as he still harbored feelings for her following our reunion show recording. However, she encouraged him to carry on with the filming.

After completing the filming for ‘Perfect Match’, Natalie shared that she reunited with Shayne, however, she eventually expressed that they should not rekindle their relationship.

Meanwhile, Shayne had a short-lived romance with Chloe Veitch, who he met on Perfect Match following their connection.

On August 15, 2022, Danielle initiated divorce proceedings against Nick, at a courthouse in Chicago, marking over a year since their wedding which took place during their final episode.

On August 17, 2022, they shared a joint statement on Instagram saying, “After careful consideration, we regretfully inform you that we have chosen to part ways and initiate divorce proceedings. Despite our love for one another, our paths have diverged, and that’s perfectly fine. Reaching this decision was not an easy task, but we will forever support each other’s happiness.”

In the “After the Altar” spinoff, which premiered in September 2022, the duo acknowledged that their friendship developed into a romantic relationship. However, Kyle revealed only a few days after the show’s release that they had parted ways since the special was recorded.

And in April, Kyle proposed to his girlfriend Tania Leanos, whom he did not meet in a pod.

As a die-hard fan, I can’t contain my excitement to share that the rock-solid duo from the Pod Squad finally took their bond to the next level! Yes, you heard it right – they exchanged vows and tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony. Even though there were initial doubts on Lauren’s side, she went through with it, and I couldn’t be happier for them both. Their love story continues to inspire me every day!

In December 2019, it turned out that both Cam and Lauren shared their tropical getaway snaps from Cancun separately, neither tagging the other nor posting each other’s pictures directly. Yet, they were spotted rocking the same stylish pair of sunglasses, hinting at a possible encounter…

Moreover, Lauren shared during an interview with Elite Daily that they remain a couple. “Oh my goodness! We are so content,” she expressed joyfully. “It’s simply amazing how much we keep discovering about one another every day, and the truth is, our affection for each other continues to grow.”

On their wedding day, Cameron shared a picture with the heartfelt caption, “The most joyful moment in my life.”

Despite some chilly feet on Barnett’s behalf on the morning of the ceremony, Barnett and Amber exchanged vows in the finale’s final wedding. And over a year later, they are still married. 

On the Fourth of July, both the couple were seen sporting identical red-white-and-blue cowboy hats in their Instagram posts.

If you genuinely believed that these two characters would get married despite all the challenges they faced (such as their age gap, Jessica’s feelings for Barnett, and Jessica’s lack of physical attraction towards Mark), well, my dear, you certainly have an optimistic outlook.

After their unsuccessful wedding, when it was Jessica who ended things (as expected), in February 2020, Mark told the New York Post that he hadn’t talked to Jessica since then, although he attempted to contact her once.

“I didn’t hear back, but to me, it’s just sending love out there,” he said, adding the LIB experiment was still the “best” thing to happen to him. “Without Jessica, there would not be a Mark of today.”

Mark and Aubrey Rainey wed in September 2022. Their sons, Ace and Axton, served as ring bearers.

In August of 2022, Jessica tied the knot with Dr. Ben McGrath, who specializes in foot care. Approximately a year later, in June 2023, they became parents to their baby boy named Dax.

In a stunning turn of events, Damian surprised Giannina during one of the most jaw-dropping instances on “Love is Blind” by confessing that he wasn’t in favor of their marriage at the altar.

However, the duo surprised everyone once more when they disclosed their reconciliation during the season one reunion. Unfortunately, their relationship didn’t last, as Giannina announced to TopMob News in August 2021 that she was now single.

Subsequently, she discovered love on another reality program, and her relationship with Blake Horstmann from Bachelor Nation blossomed following their encounter during the filming of All Star Shore in 2022. In November 2023, she revealed that they are anticipating a child.

Simultaneously, whispers of a romantic relationship between Damian and Francesca Farago, a former contestant from Too Hot to Handle, surfaced. The pair were seen together in the spinoff series Perfect Match following her unexpected appearance during Love Is Blind: Beyond the Altar.

Alas, Damian and Francesca left Perfect Match single.

spectators found it shocking when Kelly disclosed that she hadn’t felt a genuine physical attraction towards Kenny and decided against proceeding with the marriage, a decision that took her family by surprise.

Ever since their wedding day, Kenny has relocated to Charlotte, North Carolina, whereas Kelly remains in Atlanta, continuing her work as a health and empowerment coach. Recently, she shared a post on Instagram about being single in your 30s: “Now I understand boundaries better. I cherish myself so profoundly that I won’t enter into a relationship out of loneliness.”

Back in August 2020, Kenny made public his engagement to his partner Alexandra Garrison. They tied the knot exactly two years after that.

Among the six pairs who got engaged during the pods (the ones producers chose to keep filming), Diamond and Carlton didn’t manage to stay together until the end of their trip to Mexico. Their relationship ended dramatically when Carlton disclosed his bisexuality, leading to a heated argument between them.

Over time, the ex-couple might become friends again, as Carlton shared with People, “For now, whatever comes next is a mystery. It would be wonderful if it works out. However, I believe we both need to take our time to understand and accept our feelings. We still hold contrasting opinions about how things unfolded and what mistakes were made.”

Diamond expressed, “There’s much maturing ahead for us both, and I am open to that growth. I enjoy evolving, but I believe we need to find some common ground so we can discuss this sensitive matter calmly. This issue is still raw for both of us, even though it’s been over a year since it occurred, it feels like it was only yesterday.”

In June 2020, a Reddit user posted a query about Mark’s romantic situation following his split with Jessica, as the question arose from their broken engagement.

It seems your pal’s colleague is currently in a relationship with the fellow pictured, Mark, as suggested by this photo that appears to capture them on a date together.

Hey there! As a die-hard fan who’s been rooting for Mark all along, let me tell you about an unexpected encounter I had. There was this lady, LC from Love is Blind, and she dropped a bombshell – she’s been seeing my man Mark since the beginning of May! And get this, she lives in Atlanta! Talk about awkward, right? But wait, there’s more! She casually mentioned, “Oh, by the way, this is LC…” I nearly fell off my seat! What a twist!

The couple would later confirm they were not together. 

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