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Married at First Sight UK is back for its ninth season in 2024. This reality TV series brings together 16 single men and women, hoping they will find love at the altar. Due to its unique and compelling format, this series has gained a significant following over the years.
The show's premise revolves around couples who meet for the first time on their wedding day, having been meticulously paired by a panel of relationship experts. This year, those experts are Paul C Brunson, Mel Schilling, and Charlene Douglas.
Meet the Hosts of Married at First Sight UK
1) Paul C Brunson
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Paul C Brunson, 50, is a seasoned professional matchmaker and certified life coach. Brunson has been a prominent figure in Married at First Sight UK since 2020. In addition to his role on the show, he is also involved with another well-loved relationship series, Celebs Go Dating. He serves as a relationship consultant for the television program Lorraine.
Originally from the United States, Brunson's career began in investment banking and business. However, his passion for fostering meaningful relationships led him to pivot towards matchmaking. His recent book, Find Love, features the Long-Term Relationship Satisfaction Scale (LRSS), which he developed in collaboration with a leading psychologist.
Brunson has been married to his wife Jill, since 2000. The couple share two sons, Kingston and Liam. His personal success in maintaining a happy marriage lends credibility and insight to his professional advice.
2) Mel Schilling
Mel Schilling, hailing from Australia, is a 52-year-old relationship coach with over 20 years of experience in human behavioral performance. Schilling joined Married at First Sight UK in 2015 and has also been a significant part of MAFS Australia. Her academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Graduate Diploma in Psychology.
Schilling's personal journey has had its challenges- she successfully battled colon cancer, undergoing chemotherapy and surgery to remove a tumor. She has openly shared her experience with her audience, demonstrating her resilience and determination.
In 2020, she married her Northern Irish husband, Gareth Brisbane, and they have a nine-year-old daughter named Maddie. Schilling's extensive professional background, coupled with her personal experiences equips her with a unique perspective to help guide couples on MAFS UK.
3) Charlene Douglas
Charlene Douglas, 42, is a registered couples counselor and intimacy coach. She joined the MAFS UK team in 2021 and has brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to the show. Her professional journey began in 2010 with a focus on teaching s*xual health to students.
Douglas is also an accomplished author, having published Come Closer: Everything You Ever Wanted to Ask a S*x and Relationship Therapist just three months before the 2024 season of Married at First Sight UK aired.
In addition to her television career, the 42-year-old coach leads group workshops in London and supports couples and individuals through her private practice.
Viewers can catch the drama, excitement, and romance of Married at First Sight UK season 9, airing Monday to Thursday at 9 pm BST on E4. All episodes are also available on Channel 4’s on-demand service, All 4.
