Ella Johnson & Johnny Chao
Status last updated: February 22, 2026
Ella and Johnny's relationship was repeatedly derailed by COVID-19 travel restrictions preventing Johnny from visiting the US. Ella also stirred controversy by seeking attention from other men while waiting for Johnny. They eventually split.
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Ella Johnson
American
Ella Johnson is an Idaho-based horse trainer who appeared on Before the 90 Days Seasons 5 and 6 with Chinese man Johnny Chao. Their long-distance relationship was complicated by COVID-19 travel restrictions. Ella gained controversy for pursuing other men while waiting for Johnny.
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Chinese
Johnny Chao is a Chinese man who appeared on Before the 90 Days Seasons 5 and 6 with Ella Johnson from Idaho. COVID-19 travel restrictions repeatedly prevented Johnny from visiting the US. Their relationship ultimately did not survive the distance and Ella's behavior.
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Ella and Johnny split again after cheating allegations — months after finally meeting in person
After years of long-distance delays due to COVID, Johnny Chao finally arrived in the US in July 2023 and moved in with Ella Johnson in Idaho. However, by October 2023 InTouch reported the couple were 'in limbo' after Ella discovered Johnny had secretly visited another woman in Arizona during his time with her. The couple split again following the cheating allegations.
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Personal News
Individual updates for each cast member outside the relationship.
Ella Johnson
Ella Johnson shows off 58-pound weight loss transformation
90 Day Fiancé star Ella Johnson revealed an impressive 58-pound weight loss in 2024, shocking fans with her dramatic before-and-after photos. The transformation was described as an 'unrecognizable' glow-up. Ella continued to appear on 90 Day Diaries Season 6 in April 2025.
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Johnny Chao
Ella Johnson and Johnny Chao officially split after cheating scandal during his US visit
Johnny Chao and Ella Johnson from 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days Season 5 ended their long-distance relationship after a cheating scandal during Johnny's 45-day US visit in mid-2023. Johnny allegedly visited another woman during the trip, and by October 2023 the situation was revealed publicly. Ella appeared on 90 Day Diaries Season 6 to update viewers on the split and has since lost over 50 pounds.
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