Emma Betsinger is a 28-year-old retail merchandiser, a cast member on Season 10 of Love Is Blind (Ohio edition). Originally from Minnesota, she moved to Ohio for her career and has since become a standout figure in the “Pod Squad” for her vulnerability and openness regarding her personal history and medical journey.
Quick Facts
- Age: 28
- Hometown: Originally from Minnesota; currently lives in Columbus, Ohio.
- Occupation: Retail Merchandiser for Abercrombie & Fitch (specifically the kids’ team).
- Education: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
- Astrological Sign: Aries.
- Interests: Yoga (certified 200-hour teacher), cooking, and dance (danced for 12 years).
Love Is Blind Season 10 Journey
Emma entered the pods seeking a connection that transcended physical appearance. During the experiment, she was involved in a “love square” with three men: Steven Sunday, Connor Spies, and Mike Gibney.
While she initially connected with Steven, their relationship ended after he reacted poorly to her opening up about her childhood. She eventually accepted a proposal from Mike Gibney, a 30-year-old sales manager, after they bonded over shared stories of resilience and medical challenges.
Relationship Status
As of late February 2026, Emma and Mike Gibney are still together and engaged. While they displayed strong chemistry during their honeymoon in Cabo, Mexico, the couple has faced “real-world” tension regarding their differing views on starting a family. Mike has expressed a strong desire for children, whereas Emma remains “not a 100% yes, but not a no.”
Background & Personal History
Emma has been praised by viewers for her transparency regarding her life before the show:
- Adoption: She was born in China and adopted into a white family at age three. She was raised in Ohio by parents who have been married for over 30 years and grew up with two sisters, Hannah and Cora.
- Medical History: Emma was born with a large birthmark on her left arm that carried a high risk of developing melanoma. She underwent 10 surgeries before the age of 7 to remove it, which left visible scarring that she spoke about candidly in the pods.
- Identity: She has shared that her surgical scars and adoption history have deeply influenced her self-image and her perspective on dating.
FAQs
Here are the most common questions people ask about the TV personality.
What is Emma Betsinger’s job?
Emma is a Retail Merchandiser for the fashion brand Abercrombie & Fitch. She specifically works on the children’s merchandising team, focusing on jeans and skirts.
Who is Emma engaged to on Love Is Blind?
She is engaged to Mike Gibney. The two moved from the pods to the honeymoon phase in Cabo and are currently navigating life back in Ohio.
Why did Emma have so many surgeries?
Emma had 10 surgeries as a young child to remove a precancerous birthmark on her arm to prevent it from turning into melanoma.
Does Emma Betsinger want children?
Emma has stated she is unsure about having children. Her hesitation stems partly from not knowing her birth family’s medical or genetic history due to her adoption.
How did Emma and Steven Sunday’s relationship end?
Emma ended things with Steven after feeling that he was dismissive or insensitive when she shared her personal story and vulnerabilities regarding her past.
What is Emma Betsinger’s ethnicity and background?
Emma is Chinese. She was born in China and adopted at the age of three by a white family in the United States. She was raised in Ohio alongside two sisters. Emma has been vocal on the show about her journey as a transracial adoptee and how growing up in a family that did not share her ethnicity influenced her identity and self-esteem.
What is the story behind Emma’s birthmark and surgeries?
Emma was born with a large birthmark on her left arm that carried a high risk of developing melanoma (skin cancer). To mitigate this risk, she underwent 10 surgeries before the age of 7. These procedures left visible scarring on her arm, which she described in the pods as a significant factor in her past dating life and her hesitation toward having biological children.
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