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The Sun
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
MAFS star Shona Manderson, 32, shows off natural grey hair transformation as she embraces ‘her reality'
MARRIED At First Sight favourite Shona Manderson has revealed she's embraced her natural grey locks in a new hair transformation. The E4 star, who worked as a yoga teacher before finding fame on the matchmaking show, told how she was "trying to work with it & not against it" with regard to her silver shade. 7 7 7 7 Shona, 32, married Brad Skelly on the reality series but their partnership was branded "unhealthy" by the Married At First Sight relationship experts. The distressing scenes on the show caused domestic abuse charity Women's Aid to speak out about Brad's behaviour. During her time on the show, she showcased caramel-coloured locks with blonde dipped highlights. Off air, Shona then found love with fellow MAFS UK star and Adrienne Naylor 's TV husband Matt Pilmoor. On the reunion show earlier this year, she sported a lighter ashy blonde shade as Matt "proposed" to her with a promise ring. Now she has revealed her full grey shoulder-length style. An Instagram post showcased her poker-straight locks from different angles, and in the caption she wrote: "24 hours getting used to my new hair eeek!! "Swipe all the way to the end for the before. @alicealiciahair. "This is my reality I have sooo many greys so I'm really trying to work with it & not against it. "We decided to go for the chop to get rid of the warmth and go more ashy then leaving my greys to blend." MAFS star rushes herself to hospital after pus begins oozing from her very puffed up eye Staying candid, she added: "It's taking me a while to get used to because I've never been this short or cool toned before but I love my little grey bits at the front sparkling through! Xoxo." Earlier this month, shew gave fans an update on her hair journey and said: "8 months of embracing being a grey haired girlie." OPENING UP It came a year after she opted for a more natural look and dissolved her face fillers. The Nottingham-based screen star has kept fans in the loop with her journey and recently confided she was "stripping it all back so I can heal." 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." Shona added: "The no make-up thing as I've got older hasn't been a big thing for me because I'm not actually that good at make up to make myself look that different but no fake tan??? "I find that the hardest. It's how I felt at first when I dissolved my over done filler last year & got rid of my hair extensions. "Sooo naked. But you're not naked, you're just you. It's about loving yourself through all stages. "I haven't even plucked my eyebrows or waxed my upper lip & it's not about letting myself go, it's about letting myself be. "It's all part of the healing. Unfiltered, unedited, unafraid with my lil greys, eczema & acne spots. We just keep on riding the wave." Her body confident approach comes after she was rushed to hospital this summer when her eye puffed up after an allergic reaction. 7 7
Daily Mail
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
TV reality star embraces natural grey hair in new makeover - can you guess who it is?
A reality TV star has gone grey in a new makeover after embracing their natural hair colour. Usually seen with much darker hair, she admitted that after battling against it with dyes she has now decided to 'work with it.' She first appeared on screens in 2023 when she tied-the-knot with a stranger on Married At First Sight. Sharing an update to Instagram this week, she showed off her new look and explained: '24 hours getting used to my new hair eeek!! swipe all the way to the end for the before. 'This is my reality I have sooo many greys so I'm really trying to work with it & not against it. 'We decided to go for the chop to get rid of the warmth & go more ashy then leaving my greys to blend.' She concluded: 'It's taking me a while to get used to because I've never been this short or cool toned before but I love my little grey bits at the front sparkling through! xoxo' It's MAFS star Shona Manderson! Shona originally tied the knot with Brad Skelly on the reality TV show before moving on with 2024 cast member Matt Pilmoor. Earlier this year, she became 'engaged' to her boyfriend Matt after just 16 months of dating. He had originally married Adrienne Naylor on the E4 show, but when their respective romances both ended it led to a surprise union. And as both the 2023 and 2024 cast came together for a special reunion episode in February, Matt surprised Shona with a special promise ring. Taking to Instagram to show off the sparkly diamond ring, Shona joked she was 'semi-engaged'. She gushed: 'I said yes!!! I'm semi engaged to @mattpilmoor hehe love my promise ring such a cute way to end our journey on MAFS. ' Sharing an update to Instagram this week, she showed off her new look and explained: '24 hours getting used to my new hair eeek!! swipe all the way to the end for the before' Shona added: 'Matty wanted to do something cute for me his speech was sooo special & emotional but obviously you couldn't see it all so I've left it @here for you guys.' She added: 'Never stop believing in love!! Love you all xxxx'. Shona also shared a snap of Matt's speech in full, which began: 'Where do I begin, 1 year and 4 months ago we met for the first tie within a whirlwind of a journey, infact where we met is where we are standing right now, on a crazy show called Married at First Sight.' Explaining his reasons for the semi proposal he continued: 'Shona, I want to show how committed I am with this ring, and to promise you an amazing future with lots of fun, travelling and making memories. 'We never had a wedding during the experiment so please take this as a vow that one day in the near future you will be my wife, and the gorgeous mother of my children. 'You genuinely are my world and I cannot wait for our next chapter. Shona, I love you'. Back in December 2023 the couple revealed they 'definitely wanted to get married' and have children together as they opened up about their relationship after just two months of dating. Speaking in an interview with OK! Magazine, Matt and Shona said they would like to get married in the UK so their family can attend and have an 'amazing honeymoon in Bali'. Matt said: 'We definitely want to get married. Getting married abroad would be lovely but logically we would do it in the UK for family coming. We do need money so there will be no ring anytime soon! Shona added: 'But I would love to propose at some point. Let's see how the next year goes in terms of finances but it's definitely on the cards!' 'Yeah we've spoken about getting married. Matt has said he will wear a kilt because my family are Scottish. We've spoken about engagement rings, we just need the money first.' The couple went on to say that they are also on the 'same page with kids' and are hoping to have two. Shona continued: 'I want two kids. I'm 32 next year so I definitely want babies in the next few years. It's mental but when you know, you know, and it just works. And it can move at a healthy pace. I don't even feel scared about anything.' T he couple confirmed their relationship in November 2023 after going on separate journeys on Married At First Sight.
The Irish Sun
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Heartbroken MAFS UK star in ‘floods of tears' as dementia-stricken mum moves into care home
A MARRIED At First Sight star admitted they were in "floods of tears" after being forced to "navigate life without both my parents." The E4 show groom took to his Instagram page to let his emotions flow - and was met with a swell of support from his former co-stars. Advertisement 6 A MAFS groom admitted he was in 'floods of tears' after giving a health update on his mum Credit: E4 6 Matt Pilmoor told his Instagram following how his parent had been forced to move into a care home Credit: Instagram 6 He found love with MAFS alum Shona Mandy - despite the fact the pair were not coupled up together initially Credit: Instagram His update on her condition came after she had been hospitalised for 120 days with a "rare" health issue doctors had struggled to diagnose. Showing his hugely emotional state at the time of posting, Matt wrote: "As I sit here in floods of tears writing this post, mum went into her care home on Tuesday where she will be for the foreseeable future. "Mum has only just got out of hospital after six months with early set dementia, hyper delirium, brain damage from mild nutrition. Advertisement read more mafs "It's absolutely heart breaking and I can't quite get my head round it all. "I have been there every single step of the way for my mum and dad but the time has come where they both need full time care." In the lengthy post, 2023 MAFS star Matt added: "I'm navigating life now without my parents, it is so hard but I know it's something I will have to get used too. I am so incredible close to parents but more so my mum we have been joined at the hip my whole life, so this new stage I'm struggling to come to terms with. "This picture was taken today, I know she looks very different but they are doing there best to bulk her up and try get more food down her. Advertisement Most read in Reality Exclusive "She's the most incredible woman and I will be there always for her. "There is days where she will know me and other days she doesn't but today she did, She's said today, you will live one life for the two of us. Inside Married At First Sight 'intruder groom' Matt Pilmoor's amazing body transformation as he shows off before and after pics "And I'll never forget that saying. X" His co-star Peggy Rose was quick to offer support and put: "Oh Matt this breaks my heart it's difficult to know the right words to say but just know that I'm thinking of you and always know that I'm here for you and Shona." Advertisement Ella Morgan then added: "Sending my love. You're incredible Matt. Thank you for being so real and open and honest about the struggle and reality of caring. Always here for you." Matt's mum is a familiar face to MAFS viewers after she appeared on the show two years ago. 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." At the time, she expressed her concern over the fact his then-partner Adrienne Naylor did not want kids. Earlier this year, he told how it "breaks me" when his mum didn't recognise who he was. Advertisement On Mother's Day in March, he uploaded a special picture post tribute with the words: "Appreciate your mum and spend as much time with her as possible, because you don't know what's around the corner.' MEETING ON MAFS Shona left the show because of her unhealthy relationship with Brad Skelly – whose behaviour was deemed controlling and manipulative by charity Women's Aid. But she found love afterwards with another star on the show - window cleaner Matt – who originally 'married' Adrienne Naylor. Advertisement In the reunion show aired earlier this year, 6 Matt told how his dementia-stricken mum doesn't know who he is sometimes Credit: Instagram 6 He entered the E4 series with Adrienne Naylor Credit: E4 6 His mum expressed concern that Adrienne didn't want kids Credit: E4 Advertisement
Scottish Sun
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Heartbroken MAFS UK star in ‘floods of tears' as dementia-stricken mum moves into care home
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MARRIED At First Sight star admitted they were in "floods of tears" after being forced to "navigate life without both my parents." The E4 show groom took to his Instagram page to let his emotions flow - and was met with a swell of support from his former co-stars. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 A MAFS groom admitted he was in 'floods of tears' after giving a health update on his mum Credit: E4 6 Matt Pilmoor told his Instagram following how his parent had been forced to move into a care home Credit: Instagram 6 He found love with MAFS alum Shona Mandy - despite the fact the pair were not coupled up together initially Credit: Instagram Matt Pilmoor uploaded a snap showing him and his beloved Yorkshire-based mum sitting alongside each other. His update on her condition came after she had been hospitalised for 120 days with a "rare" health issue doctors had struggled to diagnose. Showing his hugely emotional state at the time of posting, Matt wrote: "As I sit here in floods of tears writing this post, mum went into her care home on Tuesday where she will be for the foreseeable future. "Mum has only just got out of hospital after six months with early set dementia, hyper delirium, brain damage from mild nutrition. "It's absolutely heart breaking and I can't quite get my head round it all. "I have been there every single step of the way for my mum and dad but the time has come where they both need full time care." In the lengthy post, 2023 MAFS star Matt added: "I'm navigating life now without my parents, it is so hard but I know it's something I will have to get used too. I am so incredible close to parents but more so my mum we have been joined at the hip my whole life, so this new stage I'm struggling to come to terms with. "This picture was taken today, I know she looks very different but they are doing there best to bulk her up and try get more food down her. "She's the most incredible woman and I will be there always for her. "There is days where she will know me and other days she doesn't but today she did, She's said today, you will live one life for the two of us. Inside Married At First Sight 'intruder groom' Matt Pilmoor's amazing body transformation as he shows off before and after pics "And I'll never forget that saying. X" His co-star Peggy Rose was quick to offer support and put: "Oh Matt this breaks my heart it's difficult to know the right words to say but just know that I'm thinking of you and always know that I'm here for you and Shona." Ella Morgan then added: "Sending my love. You're incredible Matt. Thank you for being so real and open and honest about the struggle and reality of caring. Always here for you." Matt's mum is a familiar face to MAFS viewers after she appeared on the show two years ago. 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." At the time, she expressed her concern over the fact his then-partner Adrienne Naylor did not want kids. Earlier this year, he told how it "breaks me" when his mum didn't recognise who he was. On Mother's Day in March, he uploaded a special picture post tribute with the words: "Appreciate your mum and spend as much time with her as possible, because you don't know what's around the corner.' MEETING ON MAFS Shona and Matt have been going strong for over a year since their series of the E4 show in 2023 - even though they weren't paired together. Shona left the show because of her unhealthy relationship with Brad Skelly – whose behaviour was deemed controlling and manipulative by charity Women's Aid. But she found love afterwards with another star on the show - window cleaner Matt – who originally 'married' Adrienne Naylor. In the reunion show aired earlier this year, the pair faced a fan backlash after scenes showed Matt "proposing" to Shona with a promise ring. 6 Matt told how his dementia-stricken mum doesn't know who he is sometimes Credit: Instagram 6 He entered the E4 series with Adrienne Naylor Credit: E4
The Sun
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Heartbroken MAFS UK star in ‘floods of tears' as dementia-stricken mum moves into care home
A MARRIED At First Sight star admitted they were in "floods of tears" after being forced to "navigate life without both my parents." The E4 show groom took to his Instagram page to let his emotions flow - and was met with a swell of support from his former co-stars. 6 6 6 Matt Pilmoor uploaded a snap showing him and his beloved Yorkshire-based mum sitting alongside each other. His update on her condition came after she had been hospitalised for 120 days with a "rare" health issue doctors had struggled to diagnose. Showing his hugely emotional state at the time of posting, Matt wrote: "As I sit here in floods of tears writing this post, mum went into her care home on Tuesday where she will be for the foreseeable future. "Mum has only just got out of hospital after six months with early set dementia, hyper delirium, brain damage from mild nutrition. "It's absolutely heart breaking and I can't quite get my head round it all. "I have been there every single step of the way for my mum and dad but the time has come where they both need full time care." In the lengthy post, 2023 MAFS star Matt added: "I'm navigating life now without my parents, it is so hard but I know it's something I will have to get used too. I am so incredible close to parents but more so my mum we have been joined at the hip my whole life, so this new stage I'm struggling to come to terms with. "This picture was taken today, I know she looks very different but they are doing there best to bulk her up and try get more food down her. "She's the most incredible woman and I will be there always for her. "There is days where she will know me and other days she doesn't but today she did, She's said today, you will live one life for the two of us. Inside Married At First Sight 'intruder groom' Matt Pilmoor's amazing body transformation as he shows off before and after pics "And I'll never forget that saying. X" His co-star Peggy Rose was quick to offer support and put: "Oh Matt this breaks my heart it's difficult to know the right words to say but just know that I'm thinking of you and always know that I'm here for you and Shona." Ella Morgan then added: "Sending my love. You're incredible Matt. Thank you for being so real and open and honest about the struggle and reality of caring. Always here for you." Matt's mum is a familiar face to MAFS viewers after she appeared on the show two years ago. 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." At the time, she expressed her concern over the fact his then-partner Adrienne Naylor did not want kids. Earlier this year, he told how it "breaks me" when his mum didn't recognise who he was. On Mother's Day in March, he uploaded a special picture post tribute with the words: "Appreciate your mum and spend as much time with her as possible, because you don't know what's around the corner.' MEETING ON MAFS Shona and Matt have been going strong for over a year since their series of the E4 show in 2023 - even though they weren't paired together. Shona left the show because of her unhealthy relationship with Brad Skelly – whose behaviour was deemed controlling and manipulative by charity Women's Aid. But she found love afterwards with another star on the show - window cleaner Matt – who originally 'married' Adrienne Naylor. In the reunion show aired earlier this year, the pair faced a fan backlash after scenes showed Matt "proposing" to Shona with a promise ring. 6 6 6
