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Graziadaily
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
When Does Married At First Sight UK Start?
We're all eagerly anticipating the start of Season 10 of Married at First Sight UK (MAFS UK). Hopefully we don't have to wait much longer as the release of the new season is round the corner. With MAFS series eight and nine both kicking off on the third Monday in September, it's likely that series 10 will hit our screens on Monday 15th September 2025. Full of scandal, drama and love, here's the lowdown on your favourite show... First starting in Denmark in 2013, Married at First Sight is a TV programme where strangers are matched by experts and meet for the first time when the bride walks down the aisle... on their wedding day! In the UK, records were broken last year as MAFS UK was the most streamed title across ALL streaming platforms. This put Channel 4 ahead of the major giants, Netflix, Amazon, BBC, ITV etc. with 1.7 billion minutes viewed in October 2024. Charlene Douglas is a Sex and Relationship Expert and Author. In 2024 she released her book entitled ' Come Closer: Everything You Ever Wanted to Ask a S*x and Relationship Therapist .' Mel Schilling is a Dating and Relationship Coach. Originating from Australia, Mel has appeared in two of Australia's biggest shows, Neighbours and Blue Heelers and is also an experts of MAFS Australia obvs! Paul Brunson is a professional matchmaker and certified life coach. Paul is also the co-host of Channel 4s Celebs Go Dating and Netflix's Cheat: Unfinished Business . He also hosts his own podcast, We Need to Talk , and is a co-owner of Sutton United F.C. Afia Kufuor writes celeb news for Grazia, Heat, Closer, Bella and Yours – and loves nothing more than a good interview. From red carpets to radio mics, she's always asking the questions we're all thinking. Off duty, she runs @DontPopThatSpot, a safe space for acne-prone huns online and IRL.
Daily Mirror
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Married At First Sight UK star claims 'they were sexually assaulted during filming'
A Married At First Sight UK contestant has reportedly claimed they were sexually assaulted during the filming process of the show A Married At First Sight UK contestant has reportedly claimed they were sexually assaulted by their new partner during filming for the E4 show. It is understood the police are currently probing the contestant's claims. The popular reality series sees couples meet at the altar before spending their wedding night in a hotel. They then head on a honeymoon together. After returning, they live together and each week take part in a commitment ceremony, during which they can choose to stay or leave their marriage. The series then concludes with one final commitment ceremony, during which the couples must make a lasting decision about the future of their marriage. It has been reported by The Sun that the "non-recent" claim was reported on June 14. A spokesperson for Channel 4 told the Mirror that they are aware that a report has been made to police about an alleged sexual assault during filming. They added: "We take any issues on the show incredibly seriously. Producers follow strict welfare protocols as the wellbeing of the cast is always the first priority. Support would be offered to anyone who wished to report a matter to the authorities, and naturally we would cooperate with any enquiries or investigations.' A source told The Sun that the alleged assault "is a disastrous look for bosses" as the show has been criticised before. According to the publication, police said: "We received a report of a non-recent sexual assault on June 14. Enquiries remain ongoing," with a show spokesman telling them they're "aware" of the report and adding they offer support to "anyone who wished to report a matter". Filming for the UK version began in February. The series usually airs in the autumn. Experts for the series include Mel Schilling, Charlene Douglas and Paul C Brunson.
Scottish Sun
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
MAFS UK reveals when new series will start filming – here's how you can apply to be on the show
Would you want to get married at first sight in front of the entire country? AISLE APPLY! MAFS UK reveals when new series will start filming – here's how you can apply to be on the show Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MARRIED At First Sight UK has revealed when the next series will start filming. If you're a super fan of MAFS UK, or if you maybe fancy meeting your future spouse after walking down the aisle on national television - you might want to keep reading. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Want the help of Paul C Brunson, Charlene Douglas and Mel Schilling after getting hitched? Well, why not apply for the new series of MAFS UK? Credit: Matt Monfredi / Channel 4 3 MAFS UK has revealed the start date for the filming of its 2026 series Credit: Supplied The hit E4 show has revealed when the new series will start filming, as well as how you can apply to be on the show. When you click on the link for the application form, it says: "It looks like you're ready to skip the small talk and walk straight down the aisle - and you've come to the right place!" The form continues: "You may just be one short application form away from making dating apps, being ghosted and dating fatigue a thing of the past! "MAFS UK isn't just a TV show - it could be your shot at finding your forever person!" The small print then revealed the closing date for applications, which in turn uncovered the filming start date for the 2026 series. "Applicants must be aged 18+. The team will get back to you if they would like to proceed with your application. "Closing date for applications is 28th Feb '26," the form stated. Elsewhere in the small print, it stated: "CPL are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief." After ticking one box, you're taken to the next part of the application. The second page of the form is where your personal details are shared with the show. Information like your name, date of birth and address are shared, before the next page of the application is available to fill out. MAFS Australia star reveals she's back with her ex The next page is an "About You" page where you fill out more information, such as what you're looking for in a partner. Fans of the show are constantly expressing how they are keen to sign up for the show. Just recently on X, one person said: "Can't think of a good reason NOT to apply for MAFS right now." "Might apply for MAFS," said another. Mafs couples that have stood the test of time Loved-up Tayah Victoria and Adam Aveling of series six fame had the first Mafs baby. The pair couldn't keep their hands off each other on the programme and quickly found their feet in the outside world, moving into Adam's Doncaster home. Just 18 months after meeting, the couple welcomed their daughter Beau. Season five couple Michelle Walder and Owen Jenkins also managed to make their marriage work away from the cameras and had their first child in December. Teacher Michelle, 29, has no regrets about taking part in the experiment. She told us: 'I just feel very lucky and thankful that it has worked out - and excited for everything to come.' Michelle and Owen were both sick of dating apps when they applied in 2019. Owen recalled: 'I had been out for some drinks with a friend after work. "While he was out for a cigarette I was scrolling on Instagram waiting for him to come back in. 'The MAFS advert was the last thing I saw, and I joked, 'Wouldn't it be funny if I signed up?' 'A few beers later when I was back at home I sent in the application, and the rest is history.' Another couple to make Mafs UK history is Zoe Clifton and Jenna Robinson. Despite a slight rocky start, where they clashed over Jenna's vegan lifestyle, the show's first same sex pairing are still going strong. They even have a successful podcast together called Life With a Pod. Jenna shed light on being involved in the show earlier this year when she told us: "We're not legally married, and I never felt like we were. I definitely feel the process makes you take the relationship a lot more seriously and having the help of the experts… if you can survive that process it sets a firm foundation for a long-lasting relationship." This comes just months before the 2025 series is due to hit screens. Though no official start date for the 2025 season has been revealed, MAFS UK will likely hit our streets in the coming months. It is estimated that the hit series will make a comeback in the middle of September. This is not official, but instead judging by how the 2024 series began on September 16, 2024. To apply for MAFS UK 2026, click here.
