Jorge Nava, one of the most notorious cast members in 90 Day Fiancé history, first graced our screens in 2016, showcasing his tumultuous relationship with Anfisa Arkhipchenko. The couple, who met on Facebook, navigated a long-distance relationship as Jorge resided in the United States and Anfisa in Russia. As their story unfolded on the show, it became evident that they faced significant challenges. However, Jorge’s most significant obstacle lay outside the relationship. In 2018, he was sentenced to 2.5 years in prison on drug charges. Recently released, Jorge has become a hot topic among 90 Day fans. Here are ten things you didn’t know about Jorge Nava.
1. Anfisa’s Alleged Abandonment
Jorge and Anfisa’s relationship was fraught with issues from the beginning, but his prison sentence exacerbated their problems. Jorge claims that Anfisa abandoned him during his incarceration. Anfisa, however, denies this, stating, “I’m surprised to see him saying that I ‘abandoned’ him. I didn’t leave him to be with another man, I left because I didn’t want to be with him anymore. I took this time alone to heal myself. People grow apart sometimes, it doesn’t mean the relationship wasn’t genuine from the start.” Jorge has already announced his intention to file for divorce from Anfisa.
2. Love Letters Behind Bars
While Anfisa may have left Jorge to fend for himself in prison, other women were eager to offer their support. Jorge received numerous love letters from admirers hoping to get to know him better.
3. Shedding Pounds in Prison
Post-prison Jorge is almost unrecognizable, having lost nearly 130 pounds during his sentence. He attributes his weight loss to the limited food options in prison and a newfound “addiction” to working out with fellow inmates.
4. Arizona Living
Originally from Riverside, California, Jorge has called Arizona home for several years. He served his sentence in an Arizona prison and plans to continue residing in the state. It remains unclear whether his family also lives in Arizona.
5. Instagram Influencer in the Making
Even before his release, Jorge was working on building his social media presence. In late March, he posted a photo of himself in prison with an uplifting message for his fans. With less than a month of freedom under his belt, Jorge already boasts 105,000 followers on Instagram.
6. Reality TV Comeback
Having experienced reality TV stardom, Jorge is eager to return to the small screen. He has expressed interest in finding the right opportunity to re-enter the world of television. It wouldn’t be surprising to see him on 90 Day Fiancé again, perhaps pursuing a relationship with one of his prison pen pals.
7. Re-entering the Legal Marijuana Business
Longtime fans of Jorge’s story may recall his previous involvement in the legal marijuana industry. Now a free man, he hopes to re-enter the field, provided his felon status doesn’t hinder his ambitions.
8. Confidence Boost
Jorge’s confidence was notably lacking when he first met Anfisa. However, his dramatic weight loss and prison survival have significantly boosted his self-assurance.
9. Seeking Positivity
Jorge has faced a barrage of negativity over the years, both before and after his arrest. Many people had harsh words for him and Anfisa. Now, Jorge hopes to surround himself with positivity and embrace his fresh start.
10. A Narrow Escape
Jorge’s initial charges were so severe that he could have faced up to 24 years in prison. Fortunately, his lawyer negotiated a plea agreement, resulting in some charges being dropped. Jorge ultimately pled to a class 4 felony.
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