Meet the MAFS UK 2025 cast - Every bride and groom revealed

29 September 2025, 21:19

Keye, Julia-Ruth and Dean from MAFS UK series 10. Picture: E4

By Abbie Reynolds

Here are all the Married at First Sight UK 2025 brides and grooms for series 10.

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For some, when September rolls around, it marks the start of a new school year, but, for us, the only class we're interested in is the class of Married at First Sight UK 2025.

Last year saw the likes of Caspar and Emma, Kristina and Kieran, Polly and Adam, Ross and Sacha, Lacey and Nathan, Charlie and Eve and Alex and Holly, get matched by experts Mel Schilling, Charlene Douglas and Paul C Brunson.

Read more: Which days is MAFS UK on? Schedule and times for Married At First Sight UK 2025

But who's set to meet their match at the end of aisle this year? Here's the full cast of MAFS UK series 10 cast members so far.

The brides:

Anita

Age: 54

From: Durham

Job: Operations Manager

Anita, who is the proud mother of two and grandmother to three grandkids, faced losing her mum, her job and the breakdown of a 17-year relationship, all in the space of 6 weeks. But she didn't let that get her down, instead she decided to turn her life around and try all of the things she's ever wanted to do including fire-eating, helicopter flying lessons and solo trips to Ibiza’s dance floors.

Now that she's ready to find love again, she's on the hunt for for a man who is just as adventurous as her, with a zest for life.

Grace

Age: 31

From: Norwich

JoB Midwife in mental health services

Grace says she's been stuck in situationships and hasn’t had a long-term relationship since 2023.

She's hoping to be matched with someone tall, dark, handsome, independent, confident and able to match her wicked humour. So, not a lot!

Julia-Ruth

Age: 29

From: New Zealand

Job: Professional Dancer

South Africa born Julia-Ruth has already been on TV before and found love, but it didn't last so she's hoping the experts will match her with someone down to earth, ambitious and empathetic.

She's been single for two years and blames it on going for the wrong guys. The dancer has had a testing upbringing that her partner will need to be understanding off, as she was adopted at 16 years old by her sister.

Leah

Age: 35

From: Liverpool

Job: Business owner

Leah dated men on and off but never understood why they never gave her 'butterflies'. It wasn't until she kissed a girl when she was 25 that she realised why.

Now, ten years later, she's hoping the experts will be able to find her a spontaneous woman, that can slot into her family.

Leigh

Age: 30

From: Romford

Age: NHS Clinical Coder

Leigh, who is anti-dating apps, was once engaged but had her heartbroken. Her confidence was temporally knocked, but now she's got a new found confidence and is looking for someone ambitious, positive but who also has a dominant side.

Maeve

Age: 29

From: Newcastle

Job: Aesthetics Practitioner

Self-confessed "trouble maker" Maeve is the proud mum to her son Archie. She's hoping the experts can help her break down her walls and open up to a possible partner.

She's got a fiery side and will not blindly agree with men.

Neelima (Nelly)

Neelima is on MAFS UK series 10. Picture: E4

Age: 30

From: Manchester

Job: Cosmetic Dentist

After making a name for herself in one of Manchester's top dental clinics, Nelly is looking to step away from single life.

She's hoping the experts find her someone strong, emotionally intelligent, and not intimidated by a woman who knows exactly who she is.

Rebecca

Age: 32

From: Liverpool

Job: Aesthetics Nurse and clinic owner

After a broken engagement and a whirlwind romance, Rebecca has been single for over a year. She's fiery and independent and wants a man who can take control and allow her to be her true self.

Sarah

Age: 31

From: Aberdeen

Job: Recruitment Consultant

Sarah has decided there are absolutely no eligible bachelors in her hometown and that's why she's turned to MAFS UK.

After losing her mum, she's looking to 'do her mother proud' and settle down with the nicest guy in the world, pending her dad's approval.

The grooms:

Ashley

Age: 35

From: Bridgend

Job: Operations Director

Father of one Ashley has travelled the world and worked across the globe due to his role at a marine construction company.

After a string of relationships, one where he even dated a Miss Universe, Ashley's turning to the experts to find him a blonde bride with bright eyes, nice teeth and a love for the gym, the pub and the outdoors.

Bailey

Age: 36

From: St Albans

Job: Sales Manager

Bailey says his biggest achievement in life is his his three-year-old daughter.

He's been single for the last year and is hoping that the experts will be able to find someone kind, family oriented, who will be a good role model to his daughter.

Davide

Age: 33

From: Portugal

Job: Cabin Crew

After moving from Portugal to Paris at an early age, Davide attributes his romantic side to growing up and living in the city of love.

He was left heartbroken after planning a wedding for 2025 but isn't giving up on love, as he's still ready to find his future husband, despite his setback.

Dean

Age: 31

From: Feltham

Job: Team Building Host

Dean is such a hopeless romantic, he once flew all the way to Venice to go on a first date!

After a year single, Dean's looking for someone with a sense of humour, who can bring fun into his life. He's got a fair few strings to his bow, as he's worked as a stand-up comedian, cruise ship host and even a magician.

Divarini

Age: 29

From: London

Job: Musician

Divarni is another father-of-one on the show. After two years single, this charmer is looking for someone with a big smile and nice eyes– and would be particularly wowed if they were quirky, goal oriented, artistic and intellectual.

Joe

Age: 31

From: Huddersfield

Job: Personal Trainer

Joe has admitted that he used to put partying over building true connections but, after a frank conversation with his mum, he's said to have changed his ways and reshaped his life.

Keye

Age: 33

From: London

Job: Marketing Manager

Previously married, Keye has not had a serious relationship since ending his marriage in 2018.

He's now hoping that the experts will be able to find him a husband who is confident in their own skin and looks after themselves but also will look after him.

Paul

Age: 60

From: Edinburgh

Job: Retired

Since his divorce in 2011, Paul has been single. He has ventured into the world of dating apps, he’s still yet to progress beyond a first date.

Steven

Age: 34

From: Essex

Job: Investment Banking Manager

Tall boy Steven has been single for over a year, as he's been focussed on raising his two children and building his career.

But is now ready to find the love of his life, preferably someone with personality, who’s bubbly and confident, and importantly, someone who is not afraid to challenge him and keep him on his toes.