The Married At First Sight UK reunion special delivered one of the most explosive moments in the show's history, as controversial participant Julia-Ruth dropped a stunning revelation about her romantic life.
The Frosty Reception
When Julia-Ruth made her dramatic return to confront the cast, she was met with an overwhelmingly cold reception. Only two brides, Leisha and Sarah, offered any form of greeting to the returning participant, setting a tense atmosphere for the evening.
Julia-Ruth, who had been openly disinterested in her assigned husband Divarni throughout the experiment, quickly shifted the dynamic with a mysterious announcement. "I may have brought something with me," she declared, leaving the other brides astonished and demanding clarification.
The Shocking Confession
With a slight smile, Julia-Ruth revealed the truth: she had been having conversations with Steven Springett, who was originally paired with bride Nelly during the experiment. Both participants had left the show before final vows.
"My time away has been fab but I've been having a conversation with someone," Julia-Ruth explained, adding that they had been messaging and "spoken about potentially going to have drinks together." This connection wasn't entirely unexpected, as Julia-Ruth had previously identified Steven as her type during the series.
The Explosive Fallout
The admission triggered immediate and furious reactions from the other cast members. Nelly, Steven's former wife from the experiment, was visibly livid, declaring Julia-Ruth's behaviour "disgusting" and demanding to know if they had slept together.
Leigh, who had previously clashed with Julia-Ruth during the experiment, expressed her shock with an expletive-filled outburst. The situation escalated further when Steven Springett unexpectedly defended Julia-Ruth, completely catching Nelly off guard.
The controversy surrounding Steven didn't end there, as he faced additional criticism for reportedly bragging to the grooms about previous romantic encounters and his presence on dating app Hinge. The troubled relationship between Nelly and Steven never recovered from an initial argument that saw him visit a local pub while she dealt with an injury at home.
