GROOM: Brashaad (Age 38)
BRIDE: Yanis (Age 31)
LOCATION: Brashaad and Yanis are currently long distance but spend the majority of their time together in Houston, TX.
RELATIONSHIP DURATION: They have been officially together for six months and engaged for one month.
ENGAGEMENT DATE: February 13 2025
Brashaad and Yanis first met in July of 2023 through a work-related video call. During the call, Brashaad casually asked Yanis why she wasn’t married, which caught her off guard as she was in a relationship at the time. Over time, as they continued to cross paths professionally, they built a strong connection. Yanis, deeply rooted in her faith, frequently spoke about Christianity, which piqued Brashaad’s interest. Once Yanis left her relationship they began bonding (virtually because they didn’t live in the same city) over workouts, late-night Bible study sessions, and deep conversations. After months of virtual connection, they met in person for the first time in Los Angeles in the fall of 2024. Their chemistry was undeniable, and they quickly transitioned into a serious relationship. By February 2025, they were engaged, marking less than a year since they had first met, and only five months of officially being together.
Despite their strong connection, their relationship has faced several challenges, primarily due to long distance. They have spent only about 25 days together in person since they started dating and have NEVER lived together. Yanis is based in Port St. Lucie, Florida, while Brashaad splits his time between Houston, TX, Cape Town, South Africa, and Los Angeles, CA. He has businesses and homes abroad and in the U.S. Clearly because this couple has only been together for less than a year and have never lived together, there are undoubtedly secrets, traits, life choices and blind spots that are yet to reveal themselves in their relationship. It begs the question: are they in the honey moon phase or do they really, have a grounded relationship that is ready to stand the test of time?
Family and friends have expressed concerns about how quickly their relationship has progressed, with Yanis' family questioning whether she knows Brashaad well enough, while Brashaad’s friends and family are still adjusting to his sudden engagement after his previous long-term relationship ended just before he met Yanis. It’s true that Brashaad has a wild streak and has dabbled in polyamory, open relationships, and sex-positive parties. Now that Yanis is a converted and baptized Christian, there are sure to be secrets and truths that are revealed not only about his colorful past but also about her own past as a promoter in the nightlife industry.
Yanis has several pressing questions for Brashaad, including whether he is still secretly in love with his ex and whether he met up with her when he was in South Africa alone. She also wants to know if he has had sex with anyone else since they started dating and whether he has ever been involved in anything illegal concerning his finances. She has lingering concerns about the source of his wealth, whether he has a secret child in South Africa, and what exactly he plans to do at his bachelor party. Additionally, she wants to clarify if he has ever doubted their relationship and whether he is fully committed to monogamy.
On the other hand, Brashaad has his own set of questions for Yanis. He is particularly concerned about her reluctance to sign a prenuptial agreement and wants to know if she feels entitled to his money in the event of a divorce. He has overheard conversations suggesting that her ex may still be financially supporting her, leading him to question the nature of their current relationship. He also wonders if she sees herself transitioning out of the nightlife industry and into a career that aligns with a stable family life.
While Brashaad and Yanis share an undeniable connection, they acknowledge that there are still many things they need to learn about each other. Their love story has developed at an accelerated pace, which has led to concerns from loved ones. They hope that participating in this experience will provide them with clarity, reinforce their bond, and confirm that they are truly meant to be together before walking down the aisle.
Example Questions From Yanis to Brashaad:
Are you still secretly in love with your ex?
Did you have sex with your ex when you were in South Africa alone?
Have you had sex with anyone else since we started dating?
Have you ever done anything illegal related to your finances?
Does your money come from any illegal activity?
Do you have a secret child living in South Africa? Is that why you love to visit so often?
Are you planning to have strippers at your bachelor party?
Have you ever had a moment of doubt about our relationship?
Are you truly ready to commit to just one woman for life?
Are you truly ready to get married?
Example Questions From Brashaad to Yanis:
Would you be willing to sign a prenuptial agreement?
Do you feel entitled to my money if we were to divorce?
Is your ex still financially supporting you?
Are you still in contact with your ex?
Do you believe you can transition from a nightlife career to a stable career that supports a family?
Have you ever had an abortion?
Would you be open to therapy and relationship counseling?
Can you realistically see yourself living between different countries with me, or do you want to stay in Florida?
What are your long-term career goals outside of club promoting?
Have you ever kept a major secret from me?