Mark Cjeske & Nikki Cjeske
Status last updated: February 22, 2026
Mark, a much older American man, married significantly younger Nikki from the Philippines. The large age gap and Mark's controlling behavior were central storylines. The couple married but later divorced. Mark was notably controversial for having an ex-wife who looked similar to Nikki and for strict rules he imposed on her.
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Mark Cjeske
American
Mark Cjeske is an American man from Maryland who appeared on 90 Day Fiancé Seasons 2 and 3 with his much younger Filipino fiancée Nikki. The large age gap between the two and Mark's controlling behavior toward Nikki made him one of the more controversial cast members. The couple married but later divorced.
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Filipino
Nikki Cjeske is a Filipino woman who appeared on 90 Day Fiancé Seasons 2 and 3 with much older American Mark Cjeske. She came to the United States on a K-1 visa and married Mark, but their large age gap and his controlling behavior were central storylines. The couple later divorced.
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Mark and Nikki divorced after their controversial relationship
Mark, who was much older than Nikki, and his Filipino wife Nikki divorced after appearing on 90 Day Fiancé Seasons 2 and 3. Their large age gap and Mark's controlling behavior made them one of the show's most controversial couples.