When a marriage falls apart, the real fight often isn’t about who gets the house or the car—it’s about the kids. That’s exactly what’s playing out right now between 90 Day Fiancé stars Thais Ramone and Patrick Mendes, who are locked in a custody dispute over their 3-year-old daughter.
Thais has filed court documents objecting to Patrick being awarded primary custody and is demanding he cover monthly child and spousal support payments. The reality TV couple wed in February 2022 and welcomed their daughter in November 2023, but the marriage is now officially over with zero chance of reconciliation, according to Thais’s filing. She’s proposing they share joint legal and physical custody instead.
Here’s where it gets interesting: Patrick initially claimed he wasn’t asking for any child or spousal support, citing his $10K monthly earnings compared to Thais’s roughly $5K. But he did request some specific assets in the divorce settlement—his $8K 401K balance, a Honda Ridgeline, and (we’re not making this up) their Tempur-Pedic mattress. Apparently, a good night’s sleep is non-negotiable, even during a split.
The custody battle comes after a rough patch that made headlines. Thais was arrested after allegedly slapping Patrick during an argument at their Las Vegas home, though prosecutors ultimately decided not to press charges. The couple’s rep released a measured statement emphasizing that they’re focused on keeping everyone safe and supported during this emotional time, and requesting privacy for their family.
What’s clear is that this isn’t a straightforward he-said-she-said anymore—it’s now a matter of court documents, financial disclosures, and custody arrangements. When reality TV drama becomes actual legal drama, the stakes shift fast. For Thais, Patrick, and especially their young daughter, how this plays out will define their family structure going forward.
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