MAFS UK 2025 Cast: Full List of Contestants & Couples Status

So you’ve watched the latest series of Married at First Sight UK and now you want to know: who’s actually still together? With Season 10 now wrapped, the answer is thinner than you might expect. According to Cosmopolitan UK, only Abi and John — late entrants to the experiment — are still a couple as of today. Here’s a full breakdown of the MAFS UK 2025 cast, the couples that survived, and the drama that followed.

Season: 10 ·
Brides: 8 ·
Returning participants from previous seasons: 5 ·
Premiere date: 8 September 2025 ·
Network: Channel 4

Six key numbers tell the story of the season so far.

Who are the contestants on MAFS UK 2025?

The cast list for Season 10 includes a mix of newcomers and familiar faces. Here’s the full rundown, sourced from the official press release and media coverage.

Full list of brides and grooms

Eight brides were announced by 9Now: Nelly, Anita, Rebecca, Julia-Ruth, Leah, Maeve, Grace, and Leigh. The Channel 4 press release provided more details on three of them: Anita, 54, an operations manager from Durham; Julia-Ruth, 29, a professional dancer from New Zealand; and Grace, 31, a midwife in mental health services from Norwich. The grooms list, per RadioTimes, includes John, Leo, Reiss, Dean, Joe, Keye-Luke Tortice-Lunn, and others. Keye-Luke, 31, from London, is also profiled on Wikipedia where he is paired with Sarah Gillanders.

Intruder couples

As with previous seasons, intruder couples join the experiment mid-way. Specifics for Season 10 have not been officially released, but the show format typically introduces at least one new couple after the first few commitment ceremonies.

Returning cast members from previous seasons

Five former participants are back for Season 10. A RadioTimes article shared via Facebook names Emma Barnes (Series 9), Kieran Chapman (Series 9), Kristina Goodsell (Series 9), Paul (Series 9), and one additional unnamed star.

The experts

The expert panel for this season has not been confirmed in official releases. Previous seasons have included relationship experts Mel Schilling and Paul C. Brunson, but no announcement has been made for 2025.

The takeaway: The cast is a mix of fresh faces and returnees, but the full list of grooms remains incomplete. Intruder couples will likely fill the gaps once the season airs.

Which Married At First Sight UK 2025 couples are still together?

Post-reunion, the survival rate is low. Here’s what verified sources tell us.

Abi and John

Abi and John, late entrants to the experiment, are the only couple still together as of present day. Cosmopolitan UK confirms they are still a couple, and The Tab notes they “did not have a single blip” during the experiment.

Rebecca and Bailey

Rebecca and Bailey were together at the reunion but split shortly after. Bailey released a lengthy statement confirming the breakup, and Rebecca posted on Instagram saying he had “fumbled” (Cosmopolitan UK). Rebecca later stated that distance was not the reason for the split (The Tab).

Anita and Paul

Anita and Paul were the first couple to leave the experiment. After the show, Paul was still following Anita on social media, but Anita unfollowed him. Anita has since been travelling extensively, while Paul has focused on the gym and time with his daughter (Cosmopolitan UK).

Other couples from the season

No verified information is available about the status of Harry and Shakira, or any other couples. The show is currently airing, so post-finale updates may clarify.

Is there a new Married At First Sight UK 2025?

Yes — this is Season 10 of the franchise. The premiere date was 8 September 2025 on Channel 4 (Channel 4 press release).

Season 10 premiere details

The season opened with 8 brides and a matching set of grooms. As with previous years, the show follows couples through commitment ceremonies, dinner parties, and a final commitment ceremony.

Format changes

No major format changes have been announced. The inclusion of intruder couples and returning participants mirrors the approach used in Series 9.

Experts panel

The expert lineup for Season 10 has not been confirmed. Viewers can expect familiar faces from previous series, but no official announcement has been made by Channel 4.

The pattern: Season 10 follows the established MAFS UK blueprint: a new set of hopefuls, a small mix of returnees, and mid-season intruders. The only twist is the higher number of returning cast members — five compared to one or two in prior seasons.

Why did Ryan take Jacqui to court?

Online searches frequently ask about a court case between Ryan and Jacqui, including a restraining order. As of now, no verified sources — court documents, news reports, or official statements — confirm any legal action. The Cosmopolitan UK and The Tab articles, which cover the cast post-reunion in depth, make no mention of any court proceedings. This suggests the claims may be unsubstantiated rumours.

Is Clint from MAFS a millionaire?

The question of Clint’s wealth likely stems from confusion between MAFS UK and MAFS Australia. The millionaire Clint in question — Clint Rice — appeared on the Australian version, not the UK one. Grazia profiled Clint Rice’s career and finances, but there is no verifiable information about any UK-based Clint from Season 10 being a millionaire.

The catch: Without official cast details on a UK participant named Clint with financial disclosures, this remains a non-story for MAFS UK fans.

Timeline: MAFS UK 2025 key dates

• 8 September 2025: Season 10 premieres on Channel 4 (Channel 4)
• September 2025: Intruder couples introduced (standard mid-season format)
• Late 2025: Season finale and reunion special
• Ongoing: Post-reunion updates and social media activity

What’s confirmed and what’s still unclear

Confirmed facts

• Abi and John remain together after the experiment (Cosmopolitan UK)
• Rebecca and Bailey broke up post-reunion (The Tab)
• Anita and Paul were the first couple to leave (Cosmopolitan UK)
• Five former contestants are returning (RadioTimes)
• Season 10 premiered 8 September 2025 on Channel 4 (Channel 4)

What remains unclear

• Details of the alleged Ryan/Jacqui court case
• Whether any MAFS UK 2025 participant named Clint is a millionaire
• The current relationship status of Harry and Shakira
• The full list of intruder couples and their names

What the cast said (in their own words)

“Brides: Nelly, Anita, Rebecca, Julia-Ruth, Leah, Maeve, Grace, Leigh.”

9Now (official cast list)

“Anita – 54, Durham, Operations Manager.”

Channel 4 press release

“Participants include Abi, April, John, Leisha, Leo, Reiss, Sarah, Dean, Grace, Ashley, Leah, Leigh, Maeve, Joe, Neelima.”

RadioTimes

“Five returning stars: Emma Barnes, Kieran Chapman, Kristina Goodsell, Paul, and one more.”

RadioTimes (shared via Facebook)

What this means for viewers

For anyone invested in the MAFS UK world, the key takeaway is clear: the experiment’s success rate remains low, with only one couple still together. The returning stars add a layer of curiosity — watch to see if second chances work out. Meanwhile, unsubstantiated rumours about court cases and wealth should be treated with caution until verified. For Channel 4, the challenge will be maintaining audience interest without reliable post-show updates.

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