90 Day Fiance: Laura & Birkan’s Awkward First Meeting Raises Red Flags

Fans of 90 Day Fiance are abuzz after being introduced to new couples on Before the 90 Days. Laura and Birkan were among those couples whose journey can be followed in season 8. In an upcoming episode, the long-distance couple finally meets in person. The only catch was that what was supposed to be a special moment wasn’t as romantic. Not only that, one of them even called the meeting “awkward.”

The silence and the stiff body language have fans doubting the couple’s future just a few episodes in. As the episode went on, even Laura questioned if they could live up to what they built online. With cultural differences, a large age gap, and growing doubts from Laura’s family, the first meeting in Turkey set the tone for what could be an interesting journey ahead. Was this simply nerves, or a sign of deeper issues waiting to surface? Keep on reading to know more.

90 Day Fiance: Laura And Birkan’s Relationship Faced Doubts Even Before The Turkey Meeting

Even before this so-called awkward first meeting, fans of 90 Day Fiance saw problems in Laura and Birkan’s relationship. Laura is a 47-year-old American woman who connected with 26-year-old Birkan. The Turkish national is a conservative man from Izmir, and the two met through Snapchat. They started talking and got closer online, but real-life concerns followed quickly. Before traveling, Laura revealed Birkan’s age to her parents and said that it worried her.

Her mother was shocked, while her father tried to joke about the situation. Despite finding humor in it, her parents questioned Birkan’s intentions and wondered if he was more interested in being an American citizen. Not only this, but Laura also revealed that her best friend might be in love with her. Her best friend is Michal, who didn’t stop the rumors. In his confession, he stated that he couldn’t possibly compete with the good looks of Birkan.

90 Day Fiance: Fans React As Laura And Birkan’s First Meeting Turns Uncomfortable

In an exclusive clip by Entertainment Tonight, 90 Day Fiance got to see this aforementioned awkward meet. When Laura finally met Birkan in Turkey for the first time, many fans saw the tension between them. After seeing each other, the two boarded a train from the airport. It was there that Birkan sat in silence, not saying anything to his partner. Laura tried to start conversations and even leaned in to express how happy she felt.

But Birkan avoided any type of eye contact and didn’t respond. In her confessional, Laura admitted that because of Birkan’s behavior, she felt confused. She explained that the way they talked online was filled with love. That warmth wasn’t there as soon as they sat down together. To her, something felt off, and she worried the relationship might not be the same after this first meeting.

Fans chimed in with their own comments and thoughts. Many wanted Laura to leave immediately, calling Birkan distant. Some fans praised Laura’s energy and questioned why Birkan wasn’t showing any effort. Others said that the situation felt unsafe and deeply concerning for Laura, the way Birkan was reacting. For the latest 90 Day Fiance tea, stay tuned to TV Season & Spoilers.