A divorce attorney explains the difference between Angela filing for an annulment versus divorce. Pic credit: Discovery+ Did Angela Deem file for an annulment instead of a divorce as a way to “hurt” Michael Ilesanmi? A divorce lawyer has weighed in, and it appears the 90 Day Fiance personality may be trying to “ruin” Michael’s chances of staying in the US.

As Monsters and Critics previously reported, Angela filed for an annulment in June 2024 in Jeff Davis County, Georgia, after four years of marriage. In her court documents, Angela claims that Michael committed fraud by “inducing” her to marry him solely for the purpose of getting to America. Michael has already raised nearly $37,000 to help cover his attorney fees, but it could be a waste of time and effort if Angela’s annulment is granted.

According to divorce attorney Randy Kessler, who recently spoke with In Touch , Angela’s motives were likely aimed at “hurting” her soon-to-be ex-husband. An annulment might ruin Michaels immigration status “The longer a marriage lasts, the more likely the immigration authorities are to consider it a valid marriage for immigration purposes,” Randy explained to the outlet. He added, “An annulment means there never was a marriage, so if his immigration status relied in part on his marriage, an annulment might ruin his immigration status.” According to Randy, Angela’s annulment filing could have been a way to “hurt” Michael’s immigration status.