’90 Day Fiancé’ Alum Ricky Reyes Slams the Show While Giving Brutally Honest Advice to Future Prospects

Mar 8, 2019 7:22 pm

By Samantha Benitz

Star Ricky Gives Advice About Appearing on the TLC Show

He’s not holding back. Ricky Reyes decided to share a little PSA for anybody interested in appearing on the hit TLC show 90 Day Fiancé. His first rule of thumb — don’t. Aside from his initial disclaimer, Ricky also posted a list of guidelines for those who are still determined to give it a go. The 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days alum made sure to be brutally honest while sharing his thoughts about the franchise on Instagram. Scroll through the gallery for all of the details!

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Here’s the Gist!

Ricky, 33, has always been very outspoken on social media and he continues to keep it real with fans. While taking to Instagram on March 8, he shared a list of guidelines for anyone wanting to appear on the hit TLC show.

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Take Caution

“1. Don’t do it, it’s stupid,” Ricky began. “2. If you can’t resist, make sure you’re NOT a yes man or woman.” The 90DF alum also said it was important for people to be confident in their own decisions while filming.

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Keeping It Real

He continued, “3. Do not let them tell you what to do, stand firm and tell them your true story and narrative.” Ricky also discussed hours and wages.

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About the Coin

“4. They cannot force you to work 12 hours, you are an independent contractor, you make your own f–king hours. Don’t fall for that trap,” he wrote. “They start forcing hours then you are considered an employee and due overtime. (this is a huge one guys).”

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Tips for Success

Ricky said rule No. 5 is, “They will pay for s–t, but make sure you tell them in writing that you never asked for it and if they do it is out of their own free will and NOT subject for repayment.”

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Spilling the Tea

Last but not least, the TLC alum said that it’s all about keeping those receipts. He wrote, “6. Do what I did. Record everything and have everything in writing.”

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Other Side of the Story

In Touch reached out to TLC for comment, but did not hear back by the time of publication.

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Firing Back

As fans may know, this is not the first time Ricky has slammed the show. Back in 2018, he took to social media and aired his grievances.

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Reflecting on the Experience

In an Instagram Story posted on October 26, he blasted TLC and Sharp Entertainment, the TV production company that makes the 90 Day Fiancé shows, and said working with them was “not worth it.”

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Getting Donations

Ricky is never afraid to speak up when it comes to something he’s passionate about, including 90DF stars and GoFundMe campaigns. In the past couple of weeks, various stars from the reality TV franchise have started campaigns on social media.

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Clearing the Air

“I don’t care if somebody likes me or not, but if you’re part of the 90 Day Fiancé show, if you have some issues financially — I understand TLC don’t pay s–t, it’s true,” he wrote.

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Money Moves

Ricky continued, “But if you have some issues financially, medically, or whatever is the f–king reason — you got three million people that watch the show. Offer a product or offer a service … Don’t f–king beg,” he explained.

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Looking Ahead

These days, it looks like Ricky is enjoying his post-90 Day Fiancé life. In January, he teased, “Always thinking about the next move.”

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On His Grind

On February 20, Ricky revealed that he’s staying busy with film and directing work. He wrote, “I can’t wait to start editing and making some movie magic.”