90 Day Fiance fans can’t stop talking about Jasmine Pineda’s new partner, Matt Branistareanu, after the couple welcomed their baby girl, Matilda. There have been some glimpses of Matt’s personality on screen. But not much is known about his life before Jasmine or how he manages to afford their new luxury lifestyle.
From gifting Jasmine an Audi SUV to shaving his head in solidarity during her postpartum struggles, Matt has shown that he’s more than just a reality TV newcomer. But how did he build his income before joining the franchise? What does he really do for a living? Keep reading to uncover everything about Matt Branistareanu’s career, net worth, and life before Jasmine.
90 Day Fiance: Matt Branistareanu’s Journey Before Meeting Jasmine Pineda
Before stepping into the 90 Day Fiance spotlight, Matt Branistareanu, or Matt Branis, as he sometimes goes by, lived a hardworking and modest life in Michigan. He’s worn many hats over the years, from being a mechanic and valet driver to an aspiring actor with credits in small indie productions. Reports reveal that Matt worked at The Landing Strip Lounge in Romulus, Michigan. He worked as a valet driver before moving into the automotive business full-time.
His passion for cars eventually pushed him to open his own towing and repair company, where he also began flipping and building vehicles. Interestingly, Matt has been a member of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) since 2007. And has appeared in projects such as A Night to Seize, Clayman, and Haunt Hunters: Stagecoach Stop. Though he hadn’t achieved mainstream fame before Jasmine, he was slowly carving out a path in the Detroit entertainment and automotive industries, two worlds he seems equally passionate about.
90 Day Fiance: Matt Branistareanu’s Net Worth, Secret Job & Life With Jasmine
Once Jasmine Pineda introduced Matt to fans during 90 Day Fiance: The Last Resort. Viewers were quick to wonder how her new beau supports his lavish lifestyle. Jasmine’s recent reveal about Matt’s “secret job” shocked fans and finally answered many questions.
According to Jasmine, Matt “flips cars and owns a towing company.” He’s also worked as a mechanic and previously ran a small garage in Michigan. This hands-on business appears to be his main source of income. But that’s not all, his appearance on 90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After? reportedly earns him between $10,000 and $22,000 per season, adding a steady stream of reality TV income.
Beyond his business ventures, Matt is also a car enthusiast who recently bought matching Audi Q3 SUVs for himself and Jasmine as a post-pregnancy “push gift.” The gesture immediately drew fan attention, with many speculating that his net worth is higher than most expected. Online estimates suggest that Matt’s net worth currently ranges between $70,000 and $100,000, although it’s likely growing rapidly due to his TV exposure, car-flipping business, and towing operations in Florida.
Compared to that, Jasmine’s ex, Gino, is reportedly worth around $1.5 million. While the difference between the two monetarily is a lot, many fans believe Matt brings emotional maturity to his relationship with Jasmine. Currently, they are both raising their newborn daughter in Florida. For the latest 90 Day Fiance updates, stay tuned to TV Season & Spoilers.
