5 Shocking Updates On Love Is Blind's Monica And Stephen: From Sexting Scandal To A Class-Action Lawsuit
The relationship between Monica Davis and Stephen Richardson from Love Is Blind Season 7 was arguably the most explosive and short-lived engagement of their season, culminating in a dramatic, on-camera breakup that instantly became a viral moment. As of late 2025, the dust has settled on their pod romance and quick split, but the drama has only intensified, moving from a shocking sexting scandal to a high-profile class-action lawsuit and a deeply personal post-show journey for Monica.
The couple's journey ended not at the altar, but in a tense apartment confrontation after Monica discovered inappropriate texts on Stephen’s phone. The fallout has been continuous, with both cast members making headlines for very different reasons, confirming that the messy split was just the beginning of their post-reality TV lives.
Monica Davis and Stephen Richardson: Complete Biography Profiles
To understand the full scope of their dramatic journey, it is essential to know who Monica and Stephen were before they entered the pods.
- Monica Davis
- Age: 37 (as of recent updates)
- Occupation: Sports Marketing Manager
- Hometown/City: Washington, D.C. area (Season 7 was filmed in the D.C. area)
- Relationship Status: In a committed relationship with new partner, Zac Vavrek.
- Stephen Richardson
- Age: 34-35 (Born June 1990)
- Occupation: Electrician and Former U.S. Marine
- Hometown/City: Washington, D.C. area
- Relationship Status: Single, and currently involved in a major legal battle against the show's producers.
The Infamous Sexting Scandal and the Messy Venmo Breakup
Monica and Stephen’s relationship in the pods was characterized by a seemingly strong emotional connection, despite their differences in background and life stage. Stephen proposed, and they left the pods engaged. However, the cracks began to show almost immediately after they moved in together.
The Discovery: Inappropriate Texts with an Ex
The engagement came to a sudden and shocking end when Monica discovered inappropriate text messages on Stephen's phone. The texts were with a woman from his past, and the content was highly sexual.
Monica later revealed the devastating details: Stephen was discussing a specific sexual "kink" with his ex and explicitly stated that no one, including Monica, had been able to satisfy that kink like the ex had. This revelation completely shattered the foundation of their relationship, proving that the emotional connection built in the pods was not strong enough to withstand real-world intimacy issues and betrayal.
"Venmo Me the Money": The Breakup Heard 'Round the World
The confrontation that followed is now one of the most memorable breakup scenes in Love Is Blind history. Monica, feeling completely betrayed and taken advantage of, ended the engagement and delivered a final, stinging line. She demanded that Stephen Venmo her the money she had spent "carrying his weight" during their brief time together outside the pods.
This demand for a Venmo payment—a digital, transactional end to a relationship founded on the premise of emotional connection—encapsulated the messiness of their split. Stephen initially refused but eventually conceded, adding a final, bitter note to their story. The couple did not make it to the altar and were confirmed to be 100% "dunzo" at the reunion.
Life After the Pods: Lawsuits, IVF, and Finding True Love
While their time on the show was short, both Monica and Stephen have continued to make waves in the media, but for drastically different reasons that highlight the intense pressure and fallout of reality television.
Stephen Richardson’s Class-Action Lawsuit
In a major development that has sent shockwaves through the reality TV industry, Stephen Richardson filed a class-action lawsuit against Netflix and the production companies behind Love Is Blind (Kinetic Content).
The lawsuit alleges "inhumane working conditions," claiming that contestants were subjected to extreme control, sleep deprivation, and a lack of proper compensation, arguing they should be treated as employees rather than independent contractors. This legal action, filed in late 2024, is one of the most significant challenges to the reality TV production model in recent memory and has garnered widespread media attention, moving Stephen from a cheating scandal to a legal crusader.
Monica Davis's New Partner and IVF Journey
In a much more positive and personal turn, Monica Davis has found true love after the show. She is now in a serious relationship with her boyfriend, Zac Vavrek, whom she met after filming wrapped.
Monica and Zac began dating in early 2024, and she has since publicly shared deeply personal details of their life together, including their journey with In Vitro Fertilization (IVF).
In a candid series of posts and interviews in 2025, Monica bravely discussed her struggles with infertility, revealing that she and Zac had been trying to conceive for over a year before moving to IVF. Her openness about the emotional and physical toll of IVF has resonated with fans, showcasing a powerful, authentic connection with Zac—the kind of love she had hoped to find in the pods, but ultimately found in the real world.
The Final Verdict on Monica and Stephen
The story of Monica and Stephen is a cautionary tale about the volatility of reality TV engagements. Their relationship was a fleeting moment of drama on Love Is Blind Season 7, but their lives afterward have proven far more compelling.
While Stephen grapples with a high-stakes legal battle that could change the landscape of reality television, Monica has moved on to a supportive, loving relationship, openly sharing her IVF journey with Zac. The contrast is stark: one is fighting the system that made them famous, while the other is building the family she always dreamed of, proving that sometimes, the best love story begins only after the cameras stop rolling.
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