MAFS bride revealed as 50 Cent's stunning backing dancer – and she's already WON rival reality show
The Sun can exclusively reveal that bosses have signed up dancer Julia-Ruth Smith and viewers may recognise her as this isn't her foray into television.
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Married At First Sight have signed up dancer Julia-Ruth Smith
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She's a backup dancer for 50 Cent
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She's previously appeared on Are You The One?
She appeared on the ninth series of global matchmaking competition
The show sees 22 heartbroken singles from the around the world go through an extensive matchmaking process in order to try and find the one.
Julia was a perfect match for Brendan but the pair parted ways shortly after filming wrapped.
A source exclusively told The Sun: 'Julia-Ruth is really fun and great TV so bosses are really pleased she's signed up for the show.
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'She's joining an already brilliant cast of brides and grooms - it's going to be an unmissable series.'
The New-Zealand born star who now lives in London has worked with huge stars as a back up dancer.
She shared a behind the scenes glimpse into life on stage with
In the first
snap
, she can be seen smiling from ear to ear with the man himself as well as videos of her performing on stage with him.
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In another picture, she and the rest of the back up dancers can be seen in a huddle with 50, before they head out on the stage.
She captioned it: 'Can't make this s**t up,' along with a crying tears emoji.
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Julia has also worked with
The Sun previously revealed the first bride that is set to feature on the upcoming series as dental nurse
Leisha juggles her role as dental practice manager with marketing and social media roles, often showcasing her lavish getaways and glam lifestyle on Instagram and TikTok.
A source was first to tell us: "Leisha is one of the most stunning brides MAFS UK has ever had, and she's sure to catch the eye of all the grooms on the new series - not just her own.
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When series 8 couple
Also in series 8,
Nikita's exit in series 6.
A slightly more heart warming highlight from series 6 was watching Dan and Matt's relationship unfold.
The dinner party showdowns are always a MAFs highlight with explosive arguments and unexpected alliances forming.
"Leisha is obviously sworn to secrecy about being on the show, which filmed earlier this year, so there are no signs of it on her social media yet.
"The cast are set to be announced
next
month, with the show airing later in the autumn."
The Sun contacted a rep for C4 for comment and a spokesperson said: "We do not comment on speculation.
"The MAFS UK cast will be announced in the coming weeks."
An air date for the new series of Married At First Sight is yet to be announced but if we're going by previous series, it should air on E4 by the middle of September.
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Julia is no stranger to reality tv
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The Sun exclusively revealed Leisha Lightbody as the first bride
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