Are Matt And Whitney Still Together? What Happened to the MAFS Pair?
by Ushapriyanga
Updated May 11, 2023
Are Matt and Whitney Still Together?
The journey of Matt and Whitney on Married at First Sight UK came to an end, and it was revealed that their relationship did not survive until the reunion dinner. However, during the promotion of the final episodes, Matt and Whitney shared a cozy picture where Matt's hand was resting on Whitney's knee. This gesture sparked speculation among fans that the couple might still be together, indicating that there could still be some chemistry between them.
Fans were taken aback when Whitney arrived at the final dinner party without Matt by her side, leaving everyone curious about their relationship status. Whitney clarified that they had chosen to part ways for various reasons, offering an explanation for her solo arrival.
Married at First Sight
Married At First Sight is an Australian reality TV show based on the Danish series Gift Ved Forste Blik [dk]. The premise of the show involves a group of strangers who participate in a social experiment and are matched together by experts. As Australian law has complex requirements for marriage, the participants are not legally wed and instead engage in an unofficial commitment ceremony.
The show first premiered on the Nine Network on May 18, 2015, and has had ten seasons between 2015 and 2023. In addition to these seasons, a two-part reunion special was broadcast prior to the eighth season in 2021.
At the start of Married At First Sight, couples are introduced for the first time at the altar and then spend their "wedding night" in a hotel before going on a honeymoon. After returning from their honeymoon, they live together for a period of time and participate in a weekly commitment ceremony where they must decide whether to continue their relationship or end it. The experts overseeing the experiment encourage participants to fully engage in all stages of the process, which focuses on building relationships and companionship.
The Dutch version of the show is titled "Married at First Sight" and is shown during primetime on RTL 4. In Belgium, the show is known as Blind getrouwd - Australie and is broadcast on VTM2 every weekday. The Spanish version of the show, Casados a ciegas, airs on TEN for three hours every weekday starting at 6:15 pm. In the UK, E4 aired the fourth, fifth, and sixth series of the show in 2020 and early 2021.
The show has since gained a large following in the UK, with fans including Sam Smith, Michael Ball, and Duncan James. In New Zealand, the show is broadcast four nights a week on Three. In the United States, the show airs on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9 pm ET/PT on the cable network Lifetime.
Is Whitney and Matt Still Together?
It seems unlikely that Matt and Whitney will reignite their romance, as their social media activity suggests they do not spend time together. Adding to that, in an interview with OK! Magazine in November 2022, Whitney expressed deep regret regarding her relationship with Matt. During the reunion, Whitney openly confronted her ex, Matt, and attributed the downfall of their relationship to his insecurities.
In a scene where they sat down with the show's experts for their final discussion, both agreed that they were no longer together. When asked about the reasons for their split, Whitney expressed her feeling of being "over it." Matt, appearing somewhat at a loss for words, responded by recalling how they initially spent a significant amount of time together after the experiment, visiting each other's homes.
Are Matt and Whitney Still Together Mafs UK?
Whitney arrived at the reunion show without Matt and announced that they had broken up. She attributed their relationship breakdown to the challenges of maintaining a long-distance relationship, stating, "After our vow renewals, I went to his place, and we were still deeply involved... but distance played a significant role."
She further explained that both of them had become "frustrated" with the situation. Their journey as a couple was never smooth, as Matt previously expressed a desire to "explore things" with Whitney during a dinner party.
Gemma, feeling hurt and betrayed, confronted Matt, expressing her anger by stating, "You never gave it a chance with me, you dismissed it... I feel used." Overwhelmed with emotions, she tearfully criticized Whitney, saying, "You should be ashamed of yourself!"
Tensions continued to rise between Matt and Gemma at the dinner party, but Matt eventually left to meet Whitney at the bridge. Subsequent scenes showed Matt and Whitney sharing a kiss and eventually sharing a bed.
Where is Whitney Hughes Now?
Based on her Instagram activity, it appears that Whitney has been keeping herself occupied by spending time with friends and family. Although she hasn't revealed much, she did share a post after joining the cast of MAFS UK.
In the post, she addressed her followers by saying, "Firstly, I want to clarify that I'm not someone obsessed with dogs. Secondly, it turns out that I did indeed marry a stranger this summer. All the details will be revealed in the upcoming season of Married at First Sight UK, which will be available soon on E4 and All 4."
Where is Matt Murray Now?
It appears that Matt has returned to his role as a successful owner of a barber shop in York, but it remains uncertain whether he is still in a relationship with Whitney.
In the past, Matt expressed that the most fulfilling aspect of his job is engaging in meaningful conversations with customers, providing them with life advice and a positive outlook. Additionally, Matt mentioned his desire to meet a woman who shares his zest for life and is open to new experiences
