If you were watching TLC back in 2014, you definitely remember the chaos of Season 2. Among the cast was Cassia Tavares, a fiery 23-year-old from Curitiba, Brazil, who moved to small-town Florida for Jason Hitch. Their relationship was... a lot. Between the 15-year age gap, Jason’s extreme frugality, and the fact that he was living in his dad’s house surrounded by piles of eBay inventory, the red flags were everywhere.
Honestly, most fans didn't think they'd make it past the 90 days. But they did. They got married in a low-budget Vegas ceremony, tried to start a mail-order snack business, and attempted to build a life in Spring Hill.
Fast forward to 2026, and Cassia’s life looks absolutely nothing like it did on TV. She’s not just "gone" from the franchise; she’s basically reinvented herself in a different hemisphere.
The Messy Reality of Cassia and Jason Hitch
The "happily ever after" was pretty short-lived. By 2017, the cracks were wide open. There were reports of domestic battery—Jason was arrested after an argument where he allegedly pushed Cassia—and while she eventually dropped the charges, the damage was done. They filed for divorce, withdrew it, then filed again in 2018.
It wasn't just about the fight, though. Cassia later opened up about how controlling the environment felt. Imagine moving across the world only to be told how to cut an orange or having to justify every cent you spent. It’s exhausting.
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Jason unfortunately passed away in December 2021 due to complications from COVID-19. Even though they had been divorced for years and hadn't been on great terms, Cassia handled it with a lot of grace. She posted a tribute saying that while their marriage was difficult, it’s always sad when someone you shared a life with stops breathing. She also defended him against online trolls who said he "deserved it" because of his stance on vaccines, proving she’d moved past the bitterness.
Life After the Cameras Stopped Rolling
A lot of 90 Day stars try to cling to their 15 minutes of fame. Not Cassia. She stayed in the U.S. just long enough to get what she really wanted: an education.
She enrolled at the University of South Florida (USF) and graduated with a degree in Communications. That was a huge turning point. She wasn't just the "Brazilian girl from TLC" anymore; she was a college grad making her own way.
Moving to Italy and Remarrying
While she was figuring out her post-divorce life, she met an Italian man named Giuseppe Compagnone.
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They didn't rush into a TV wedding. They actually built a real relationship away from the cameras. In February 2021, they got married in a small, intimate courthouse ceremony in Italy. Because of the pandemic, it wasn't the big bash some might expect from a reality star, but Cassia seemed genuinely happy.
She has since moved to Italy permanently and even secured her Italian citizenship. She’s traded the Florida humidity and thrift store hauls for life in Europe, frequently sharing snippets of her travels to places like Paris and the Amalfi Coast.
The "Scripted" Truth
Cassia hasn't been shy about biting the hand that once fed her. She’s one of the few alum who openly talks about how "produced" the show is.
She once revealed that producers asked her to take a pregnancy test on camera even though everyone—including the crew—knew she wasn't pregnant. They just wanted the drama. She’s also talked about how the editing made her look like a "brat" or a "gold digger," when in reality, she was often just frustrated by the lack of independence she had in Jason’s house.
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What is she doing now in 2026?
Today, Cassia works as a translator and digital creator. She works from home, which allows her to maintain that European lifestyle she’s grown to love.
- Residence: Based in Italy (specifically exploring areas like Calabria).
- Status: Married to Giuseppe.
- Focus: Mental health advocacy, fitness, and travel.
She’s also been open about her struggles with depression in the past, sharing that getting back into the gym and focusing on her well-being helped her pull through some of her darkest post-show years.
The Biggest Misconceptions About Cassia
- She was only in it for the Green Card: If that were true, she would have stayed in the U.S. Instead, she "abandoned" her Green Card to move to Italy. She’s stated multiple times that while she misses American conveniences (like 24/7 pharmacies and Uber), she prefers the lifestyle in Europe.
- She and Jason were still together when he died: Nope. They were long divorced. They tried to be friends for a bit, but even that fell apart toward the end.
- She’s coming back to the franchise: Don't count on it. She seems to have a pretty sour taste in her mouth regarding TLC and the way reality TV operates.
If you’re looking to follow her journey now, your best bet is Instagram. She doesn't post every day, but when she does, it’s usually high-quality travel content or reflections on her life in Italy. She’s a great example of someone who used the show as a stepping stone to a better life without letting the "reality star" label define her forever.
Next steps for 90 Day fans: If you want to see how other Season 2 cast members ended up, look into Danielle and Mohamed—their story is arguably the most famous from that year. Or, check out Cassia's old social media archives if you want to see the specific posts where she calls out the show's producers for their "storytelling" tactics.