Portwood expressed deep concern, especially due to the emotional nature of their last discussion which revolved around familial and cultural issues.
Teen Mom star Amber Portwood's partner, Gary Wayt, faced a mysterious disappearance that sparked concern among family and friends.
Video footage placed Wayt in Oklahoma, over 900 miles away from where he was last seen.
Wayt disappeared on June 11 and was found safe on June 14 after a three-day search.
Teen Mom star Amber Portwood's partner, Gary Wayt, faced a mysterious disappearance that sparked concern among family and friends. The couple had recently gotten engaged, with Wayt proposing using a ring crafted from a family stone. On June 11, Portwood reported her fiance missing after he left their home with his keys and wallet but without his phone. The Bryson City Police Department initiated a search that lasted for three days before Wayt was found safe on June 14. During this time, video footage placed Wayt in Oklahoma, over 900 miles away from where he was last seen. Portwood expressed her deep concern and emphasized the emotional nature of their last discussion, which revolved around familial and cultural issues. The couple had reportedly been attending therapy to strengthen their relationship.
Wayt's disappearance raised concerns among his family, Portwood, and the public as details about his whereabouts were scarce. In a YouTube livestream, Portwood shared her worry for Wayt and their relationship. The couple had met on a dating app in January and had been dating since then. With their recent engagement, they aimed to work through any issues before they occurred, following the advice of their therapist.
Amber Portwood is a prominent figure in reality television, known for her appearances on shows such as Teen Mom and 16 and Pregnant. She shares a daughter named Leah from a previous relationship and has a 6-year-old son named James with her ex-husband, Andrew Glennon.