Dave's Facebook profile mysteriously disappeared during the investigation.
Two months later, the pair revealed they had reconciled. Nelly sent Infiniti a long apology letter and funded a "make-up" vacation to Miami.
This paper analyzes the events and social dynamics of of MTV's Catfish: The TV Show , titled " Infiniti & Dave ," which originally aired on February 28, 2018 . Case Overview
Research into his phone number led the hosts to a man named "Macksimo," whose profile featured content Infiniti found disturbing. The Revelation
The psychological motivation behind the deception was rooted in . Nelly confessed that while catfishing, she learned things about Infiniti that Infiniti had never shared with her in person. This "alternate channel" of communication made Nelly feel closer to her friend, even as she maintained the lie. Aftermath and Analysis
Infiniti initially refused to forgive Nelly, rejecting a hug after the confrontation.
Dave used multiple phone numbers and claimed to be in California for extended periods.
Infiniti, a 19-year-old dancer based in New York City, sought help from hosts Nev Schulman and Max Joseph regarding her six-month online relationship with "Dave". Despite living in the same city, Dave consistently avoided meeting Infiniti, citing work commitments or travel. The investigation initially flagged several "red flags," including: