The pods have opened in the Rocky Mountains, and Love Is Blind Season 9 has delivered its signature mix of instant connections and dramatic heartbreak. This season, which began streaming on October 1, 2025, follows 32 Denver singles as they look for love sight unseen. After the emotional whirlwind of the pods, six couples got engaged, but one called it quits before the romantic getaway. For the five remaining couples, the journey back to Denver is testing their pod-formed bonds with real-world challenges.
The Engaged Couples from the Pods
Six couples left the pods engaged, but only five made it to the next stage of the experiment. Here is a detailed look at each pair and their journey so far.
Ali and Anton
Ali, a 29-year-old nurse, and Anton, a 29-year-old who works in transportation, were the first couple to get engaged this season. They bonded over their shared experiences of moving to the United States as children and having to learn English as a second language. Their connection was immediate and strong, with Anton proposing very quickly.
When they met face-to-face, Anton was stunned by Ali’s beauty. They enjoyed a smooth retreat in Mexico, but upon returning to Denver, potential cracks have emerged. Ali has expressed concerns about their different lifestyles, especially after learning about Anton’s past visits to strip clubs with his best friend. They have also discussed their differing approaches to finances and household chores.
Madison and Joe
Madison, a 28-year-old UX/UI designer, and Joe, a 29-year-old sales professional, formed a deep connection in the pods. Madison was open with Joe about her degenerative eye condition that could eventually lead to blindness, and he was supportive, reassuring her it didn’t change his feelings. However, their relationship faced turbulence after their in-person meeting.
Joe admitted that Madison was not his usual physical type, and during the couples’ retreat, his excessive drinking led to a major argument where they spent the night apart. Back in Denver, Joe’s nervousness about the fast-approaching wedding caused another fight, leading Madison to temporarily remove her engagement ring. Despite these challenges, they have reconciled for now, and Madison made a positive impression on Joe’s family.
Kalybriah and Edmond
Kalybriah, a 29-year-old social worker, and Edmond, a 29-year-old realtor, had a relationship that started with strong emotional intimacy. Edmond opened up about his difficult childhood in the foster care system, and Kalybriah shared her journey of forgiving her absent father. Their engagement was sweet, and Edmond surprised her with matching sneakers on their getaway.
However, their time in Mexico revealed differences. Kalybriah was disappointed when Edmond said he would avoid confrontation if another man hit on her at a club. Edmond also became upset when he discovered they were the only couple who had not been physically intimate, leading to an emotional conversation about her past one-night stands. At a recent group event in Denver, his habit of comparing their relationship to others caused more friction.
Annie and Nick
Annie, a 31-year-old hair salon owner, and Nick, a 28-year-old luxury watch dealer, found each other after navigating other connections in the pods. Nick had previously told another woman he loved her, and Annie was also considering another match. They ultimately bonded over their shared Christian faith and desire to raise children in a religious household.
Their engagement has been largely positive, with strong physical chemistry evident on their retreat. They faced a minor misunderstanding when Annie expressed her fears about their relationship, which Nick initially perceived as her being dismissive. They have since worked through it and are discussing a future that splits time between Nick’s mountain home and the city. However, a recent encounter with Nick’s former pod connection has sparked some doubt for Annie.
Megan and Jordan
Megan, a 35-year-old entrepreneur, and Jordan, a 30-year-old service manager and single father, connected after Megan was pursued by three different men. She was initially unsure about Jordan but was deeply moved by their conversation about his young son, who has Type 1 diabetes—the same condition her late father had.
She decided to break her pattern of dating the same type of man and accepted Jordan’s proposal. Their reveal was a success, and they have supported each other in meeting family members, including Jordan’s ex-wife so she could meet Megan. While they seem solid, differences in their love languages and financial goals have begun to surface.
Kacie and Patrick
Patrick, a 31-year-old construction manager, and Kacie, a 34-year-old hair and makeup artist, got engaged after Patrick’s primary connection, Anna, unexpectedly left the experiment. Their pod relationship was filled with words of affirmation, but things fell apart immediately after they met in person. Kacie decided to leave the show before the couples’ retreat, insisting to Patrick that her reason was the pressure of being on television and not a lack of attraction.
She promised they would continue their relationship off-camera in Denver. However, in later episodes, Patrick revealed that Kacie refused to see him or even take his calls after they returned home. He said that when he asked for the engagement ring back, she told him she was going to keep it.
Couples Status Update
As of the latest episodes released on October 8, 2025, all five couples who went on the getaway—Ali and Anton, Madison and Joe, Kalybriah and Edmond, Annie and Nick, and Megan and Jordan—are still together and working towards their wedding days. However, each pair faces unique pressures.
From conflicting lifestyles and communication issues to unresolved insecurities, their relationships are being tested as they navigate shared living spaces and meet each other’s friends and family. The dramatic pod squad reunion in Denver has introduced new tensions, particularly for Annie and Kalybriah, leaving viewers to wonder who will ultimately say “I do” at the altar.
Also Read: Love Is Blind Season 9: Inside Madison and Joe’s Emotional Fight After the Party
Credits: Netflix Tudum, Cosmopolitan, USA Today
