MAFS UK's Daniel and Matt reveal shock split in touching post
They appeared on the series in 2021
Married At First Sight UK stars Daniel McKee and Matt Jameson made history on the popular E4 show in 2021, when they became the first gay couple to take part. Despite things looking good for the couple following their time in the experiment, including them moving in together, they have now revealed the sad news that they have decided to split.
In a joint Instagram post, the pair admitted that they are better as friends, revealing that they ended things amicably. Sharing a photo of them together at the beach, they wrote: 'Hey guys! As you all know, we have been on an incredible adventure together the last two years and we have given ourselves every opportunity to make things work as a couple, but over the last few months we have realised that we are actually better as friends.
'Break ups are never easy, even when amicable, but we can’t thank you enough for your support and kindness following our journey together.
'There’s nothing but love and good energy between us, and we feel very lucky to have found each other in our lives. Just sadly not as a couple! And although we are parting ways, we will always continue to support one another.
'Sending love to everyone. Dan and Matt xx'
Friends and fans flooded the comments with love and support, with co-star Marilyse Corrigan writing: 'Guys… I’m so sorry to hear this today. You are both incredible individuals and you will lead wonderful lives now as friends. With the best memories to treasure. I love you both so much. ❤️'.
MAFS expert Paul Brunson added: 'I loved you both before you met, loved you while you were together, and I will love you apart ❤️', with Nikita Jasmine adding: ' Love you both so much ❤️My favourite MAFS couple and good friends of mine 🤞🏽 very sad news tonight but will continue to adore and support you both 🥰🥰 xxxxx' (sic).
It was back in October 2021 that the pair delighted fans when they revealed the news that they were moving in together, with them looking for a home in Northern Ireland in early 2022.
Not only that, but Matt and Dan also revealed at the time, to This Morning hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield, that they would love to start a family together in the coming years.
The pair revealed the news the same night the Married At First Sight UK Christmas Reunion aired (11th December), which eagle-eyed fans noticed the couple were absent from. But Matt and Dan weren't the only ones missing, with popular 2022 couples such as Matt and Whitney, and April and George, also being absent from the festive get-together.
Check out which other MAFS UK 2021 couples are still together:
Adam and Tayah - MARRIED
Adam and Tayah proved love at first sight most definitely IS a thing! These two immediately hit it off on their wedding day, with the pair even saying the L word on their honeymoon.
After zero issues throughout the process, viewers were over the moon when Adam proposed to Tayah for real during their final vow renewal.
Since the final episode, Adam and Tayah have been very loved-up on socials, and the couple welcomed their first child together in October 2022, a baby girl called Beau Emily Aveling. The pair got married for real during a festive ceremony in December 2023, and one year later they announced they are expecting their second baby!
Daniel and Matt - SPLIT
Despite seemingly falling for each other very quickly, Daniel and Matt had their struggles due to Matt living in Leeds and Daniel being from Northern Ireland. The pair remained together during the final vow renewal, and appeared seriously loved-up on social media, even looking to move in together in 2022.
Sadly, Matt and Dan took to their socials in December 2022 to reveal that they had split, admitting that they were better as friends, and that the split was amicable. In November 2024, the pair reunited at an official MAFS party, showing they are still good friends!
Luke and Morag - SPLIT
It's safe to say Luke and Morag didn't get off to the best start during the MAFS process. After Morag confessed she didn't find her husband attractive, the couple struggled with intimacy.
However, by the end of the process, Luke and Morag had seemingly found a spark, with the pair choosing to stay together during the final vow renewal.
Despite this, the pair confirmed during the reunion show they'd split up, with Morag admitting Luke hadn't phoned her since the process ended. However, Luke later said it was because Morag still didn't care for him.
Marilyse and Franky - SPLIT
These two shocked viewers during the final vow renewal when they revealed their true feelings for each other, with Franky even admitting he was ready to move back to the UK from Dubai.
Franky later gushed about his girl on social media, admitting he'd moved to the same town as Marilyse and met her children.
However, on Friday 8th October, the pair both released statements confirmed they'd split. They remain good friends.
Josh and Amy - SPLIT
There's no denying the fact that Josh and Amy had a whirlwind experience during the MAFS experiment. After the pair had initial doubts over their age-gap, the couple experienced a number of fiery arguments and disagreements.
However, by the end of the process the pair seemed closer than ever, with Josh opening up about his feelings towards Amy during the final vow renewal.
The pair have been pretty quiet on social media since the final and during the reunion show they confirmed they are no longer together.
Seasons one-seven of MAFS UK are available to stream now on All 4.
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