Relief, tears and sadness: Married at First Sight UK cast react to show being axed

Others writing on social media said their experiences had been more positive, and that they were sad to see it go.

Jay Howard, from the 2023 series, external, said the show had brought her friendships and opportunities, while Marilyse Corrigan, a 2021 bride, external, said it was a chapter of her life she looked back on "with fond memories".

A number of cast members we spoke to also expressed concern for staff who had been working on the show, as well as sorrow for fans.

Lara Eyre, who appeared on the 2022 series, told me she felt we were now "on the edge of a curb on how we treat reality TV stars and safeguarding", adding it was a "real shame" for those who filmed this year's series, which will…