Stacy from Love Is Blind Reflects on Izzy’s ‘Unexpected Wedding Rant’ and the ‘Big Misunderstanding’ (Exclusive Interview)

Stacy Snyder opens up about her relationship with Izzy Zapata on the fifth season of ‘Love Is Blind,’ expressing her belief that they were both prepared for marriage, albeit with differing perspectives. In her own words, she shares, “In my opinion, both of us were at a point where we felt ready to commit to a lifetime partnership. However, it was evident that we had contrasting viewpoints on the institution of marriage.”

Stacy Snyder, who was a participant on Love Is Blind, is reflecting on her experience on the show and her broken engagement with Izzy Zapata. The season 5 finale saw Stacy and Izzy making it to the altar, but ultimately deciding to break up. Despite initially saying yes to marrying Stacy, Izzy later changed his mind, citing lack of time as the main issue for their split.

After seemingly coming to an understanding and sharing a kiss at the altar, Izzy expressed his frustrations to producers. He believed that Stacy was constantly searching for faults in their relationship and blamed external influences for causing problems. He emphasized that materialistic factors like looks, money, and drama didn’t matter to him, and questioned why Stacy, who is 33 and single, hadn’t found lasting love yet. He claimed that at 29 years old, he could provide everything that older, wealthy men she typically pursued couldn’t.

Reacting to Izzy’s rant, Stacy, now 34, expressed her surprise at his words but didn’t solely blame him. She revealed that the last nights before the wedding were filled with anxiety and emotional conversations about their financial situation, which made them both feel like their relationship was falling apart. Despite the turmoil, Stacy and Izzy had agreed to support each other and face the challenges together. They were determined to approach the experiment as a united team and finish it that way, even if they ultimately had nothing left.

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Rebecca Brenneman of Netflix shares her thoughts on the emotional rollercoaster she and her partner experienced on the reality show Love Is Blind. The couple found themselves drained emotionally and relied on each other for support throughout the process. However, there was a particular moment during their final interview that triggered a shift in their dynamic. Brenneman explains that the probing questions about feeling inadequate and being unwanted felt like a breakup, something no one wants to hear. She acknowledges that her partner’s emotional response was expected, even though she didn’t appreciate his comments. Despite this, she understands that he spoke out of hurt and doesn’t believe the hurtful things he said. Their journey on Love Is Blind had already faced challenges, especially when Brenneman was introduced to her partner’s messy lifestyle, including his untidy apartment and drawer of random women’s possessions. Additionally, concerns over finances and credit became a cause for worry, as Brenneman was used to a more lavish lifestyle. Ultimately, on their wedding day, Brenneman couldn’t fully commit to saying “I do” because she felt they needed more time to work on their relationship.

Addressing her reasons for rejecting the marriage proposal on the reality show, Stacy explains that she and Izzy had different perspectives on the institution of marriage. While she believes that marriage involves binding everything together and discussing even the less exciting topics, Izzy views it more romantically, where love is enough to say yes. However, Stacy acknowledges that finances play a significant role in divorces, and she wants to prioritize financial compatibility in a relationship. She admits that she would love to have a fairytale wedding, but if they don’t have the same views on money, it could lead to issues later on.

Stacy also stresses that the pressure of the show, with the limited time they had to make decisions, made every small issue seem more significant. She had to make the best decision based on her circumstances, and she didn’t want to go through the pain of a divorce.

Additionally, a conversation about Izzy’s poor credit score right before the wedding added to Stacy’s concerns. She felt that Izzy wasn’t entirely forthcoming about his financial situation and intentionally withheld information. However, Stacy clarifies that the credit score was not the only factor that influenced her decision. She was also worried about Izzy’s new job, his uncertainty about his salary, and the lack of insurance or benefits. Stacy believes that in a marriage, it’s crucial to think ahead and prepare for potential challenges, such as natural disasters or having a child with special needs. She felt alone and scared because she wasn’t confident that she could provide for both of them if the need arose.

Stacy is addressing the “misconceptions” that have been circulating about her, both from Izzy and the online world, which suggest that she is seeking a “sugar daddy” to support her. She emphasizes that she has no desire for a man to financially support her, nor does she want to financially support a man. Instead, she believes in a partnership where both individuals contribute equally. It is important to her to correct this misunderstanding and clarify that her upbringing taught her the exact opposite values. Don’t miss out on any stories — subscribe to PEOPLE’s daily newsletter for the latest updates, covering everything from exciting celebrity news to captivating human interest stories. Season 5 of Love Is Blind is now available for streaming on Netflix, with the reunion episode releasing on Sunday at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.