The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On Season 3 delivered one of the most unpredictable and dramatic seasons in the show's history, forcing six Los Angeles-based couples to confront their relationship timelines head-on. As of late 2024 and early 2025, fans are clamoring for the definitive answer: which couples survived the experiment, the trial marriages, and the intense reunion?
This deep-dive article reveals the final, confirmed relationship status for every couple from the season that premiered on December 4, 2024. The results are a true mix of success stories, shocking breakups, and unexpected engagements, proving that the eight-week ultimatum process can either solidify a bond or shatter it completely. Below is the complete breakdown of who chose to marry, move on, or ultimately found a surprising path forward.
The Ultimatum Season 3 Cast Biography and Final Decisions
The third season introduced a diverse group of individuals, each at a crossroads in their long-term relationship. The following list provides a complete profile of the original couples, the ultimatum giver, and their ultimate decision at the finale and reunion.
- Mariah Zernik (24, Podcaster) & Caleb Lefterys (29)
- Ultimatum Giver: Mariah
- Time Together: Unspecified, but Mariah was ready for marriage and kids immediately.
- Final Decision: Engaged.
- Vanessa Hattaway (30, Influencer/Manager) & Dave Adams (34, Copywriter)
- Ultimatum Giver: Vanessa
- Time Together: Unspecified.
- Final Decision: Engaged (They left the experiment early).
- Micah Hardeman (28) & Chanel Watkins (27, Social Media Marketing)
- Ultimatum Giver: Chanel
- Time Together: Two and a half years.
- Final Decision: Together (They left the experiment early).
- Scotty Lewis (30) & Aria De Westbrooks (25)
- Ultimatum Giver: Scotty
- Time Together: Three years (Long-distance relationship).
- Final Decision: Engaged in the finale, but broke up by the reunion.
- Zaina (32) & J.R. (33)
- Ultimatum Giver: Zaina
- Time Together: Three years.
- Final Decision: Split/Moved On.
- Nick (38) & Sandy (27)
- Ultimatum Giver: Nick
- Time Together: Unspecified (Notable 11-year age gap).
- Final Decision: Split/Moved On.
The Success Stories: Which Couples Are Still Together?
Despite the chaos of the trial marriages and the emotional turmoil of the experiment, three of the six original couples found their way back to each other, with two of them officially engaged and moving forward with their lives.
Mariah and Caleb: The Wedding is On for 2026
Mariah, the 24-year-old podcaster who issued the ultimatum, and Caleb, 29, proved that their relationship could withstand the intense pressure of the experiment. Their journey was marked by significant emotional growth, particularly for Caleb, who finally committed to his future with Mariah at the finale.
At the reunion, the couple delivered the happiest update of the season: they are still engaged and thriving. They revealed they are planning to tie the knot in the summer of 2026. Their commitment to each other, despite the age gap and the initial hesitation, solidified them as the season's ultimate success story, showing that the ultimatum truly worked for them.
Vanessa and Dave: Engaged and Homeowners
Vanessa and Dave shocked viewers by choosing to leave the experiment early, shortly after the first trial marriages began. Vanessa, a 30-year-old influencer and manager, and Dave, a 34-year-old copywriter, realized that the experience was less about exploring new connections and more about confirming their deep bond.
Since leaving the show, their relationship has accelerated rapidly. They are now engaged, have purchased a home together, and, according to reports, have "fallen even deeper in love" with each other. Their decision to exit the show early was a powerful statement that they didn't need the rest of the experiment to know they wanted to be together forever.
Micah and Chanel: Quietly Solid After an Early Exit
Micah, 28, and Chanel, 27, who works in social media marketing, were the other couple who chose to leave the experiment prematurely. Chanel issued the ultimatum, ready to move forward after two and a half years, but their early departure left their final status ambiguous to viewers.
While they were noticeably absent from the official reunion special, their social media activity confirms they are still together. They have been celebrating their love publicly, sharing updates and photos that showcase their continued relationship. For this couple, the pressure cooker of The Ultimatum was enough to prompt a decision, and they chose to continue their journey off-camera, away from the Netflix spotlight.
The Splits: Who Chose to Move On?
The experiment proved too much for the remaining three couples, who all ultimately decided that marriage was not in their future—at least not with their original partners. This section details the dramatic breakups and the current single status of the cast members.
Scotty and Aria: The Finale Engagement That Failed
Scotty, 30, was the one who issued the ultimatum to his 25-year-old long-distance girlfriend, Aria. In a dramatic finale moment, Scotty proposed, and Aria accepted, seemingly securing their future.
However, the reunion brought shocking news: they are no longer together. Aria revealed that she was the one who ended the engagement shortly after the proposal, realizing that the relationship, particularly the long-distance aspect and the professional sacrifices she would have to make, wasn't what she truly wanted. Scotty and Aria's journey is a sobering reminder that a proposal in the heat of the moment doesn't always translate into a lifetime commitment.
Sandy and Nick: The Failed Proposal and Harsh Truths
The couple with the largest age gap, 38-year-old Nick and 27-year-old Sandy, were already on shaky ground. Nick issued the ultimatum, ready to settle down, but Sandy’s hesitation stemmed from their differing views on the future.
Their split was one of the most contentious of the reunion. The couple is not together. Nick made the startling claim at the reunion that he never actually had a ring during his finale proposal and had no real intention of marrying Sandy, suggesting his commitment was performative for the show. This revelation confirmed Sandy's doubts and cemented their decision to move on from their relationship.
Zaina and J.R.: Three Years Ends in Separation
Zaina, 32, issued the ultimatum to J.R., 33, after three years together, ready to take the next step. Their trial marriages were particularly challenging, highlighting major communication issues and a fundamental misalignment on their future goals.
Ultimately, Zaina and J.R. decided to split for good at the end of the season. The experiment, rather than bringing them closer, served as a catalyst for Zaina to realize that J.R. was not the partner she needed to build a life with, leading to one of the season's more definitive and less surprising breakups.
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