“90 Day Fiance” fans are still reeling from the news of Ben Rathbun’s death on Monday, May 19. The former TLC star succumbed to stage 4 stomach cancer, which he was diagnosed with at the end of 2024.
TMZ reported that Rathbun was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing, including his wife, Mahogany Roca.
Now, the Peru native has seemingly broken her silence as she continues to grieve the loss of her husband.
’90 Day Fiance’ Star Mahogany Roca Pays Tribute to Late Husband
An unverified Instagram account under the name Mahogany Roca has surfaced, sharing heartfelt tributes to her late husband.
One of her posts included never-before-seen photos of herself with Rathbun. The couple looked so happy and in love as they enjoyed the privacy of their relationship. Roca wrote:
I love you more than anyone, I love you forever and ever. I’m crying writing this but I still don’t know how tell internet about his privacy life and my privacy life.
Roca continued her tribute by honoring Rathbun with touching words, describing to her followers the kind of man he truly was. She maintained:
Guys he was a saint, he was a real Christian before he pass, he made peace with life and God and everyone, he was a peace maker, a child of God, he love life, he love love life, an angel in real person.
The “90 Day Fiance” star ended her post by defending her late husband, urging everyone to stop spreading malicious rumors about him.
No one can’t talk bad, Anymore! He was and is INNOCENT OF EVERYTHING. This is my true I’m not talking for the law. Just for me, HE IS AN INNOCENT PERSON! Please, for my peace! No more speculation about his life. Was perfect, it doesn’t matter his past. His present was a real child of God.
Roca Faces Life Without Rathbun
In another post, Roca emotionally shared how much she misses Rathbun. The “90 Day Fiance” star shared a rare glimpse of their life together, leaving many fans unexpectedly moved.
Every morning, your breakfasts in bed, your kisses, your smiles and your beautiful blue eyes, you played Christian songs. You went out to run to the beach and sometimes talk to God, you worked with dignity and you strove to be the best son of God. I miss you so much my love. I miss you like the sky and the stars.
Roca went on to describe Rathbun as the “best father, friend, husband, son, and child of God.” Rathbun and Roca tied the knot in a civil ceremony in 2023.
