Here's where you've seen MAFS UK star April before

This isn't the first reality show she's been on

Author: Hazel ScottPublished 31st Aug 2022
Last updated 31st Aug 2022

Fans of Married At First Sight were thrilled when the latest series of the UK version kicked off on 29th August, following the popularity of Married At First Sight Australia as well as a drama-filled 2021 UK series. This series sees 16 new singletons looking for love and putting their trust in the experts to find their perfect match, and one of this year's contestants has even appeared on a couple of reality dating shows before.

For viewers thinking that dress designer April Banbury looks familiar, you might have spotted her on reality TV before. As if being Ms Great Britain 2020 wasn't enough of a claim to fame, she previously appeared on The Cabins and well as The Bachelor.

She went on The Cabins in 2020, where she hit it off with model Ryan Darvill after spending time together in a luxury log cabin. Although things were going well for the pair, lockdown made things more difficult in the early stages of their relationship.

Before that, she went on The Bachelor in 2011, where she competed to end up with Welsh rugby player Gavin Henson. She managed to finish in third place, and Gavin chose Carianne to be his girlfriend in the end. The pair ended up splitting in 2012.

April is continuing her search for love on this year's Married At First Sight UK, where we saw her get married to Financial Advisor George in the second episode of the exciting series.

The couple both said "I do", but April was left surprised when George revealed that he has four children on their wedding day. We'll have to wait and see how their relationship plays out as the series continues.

Check out this year's Married At First Sight UK cast:

Chanita

Age: 29
Occupation: Social Worker
From: Derby


After being in a 10-year-relationship, Chantia is now looking for her future partner. She wants to be happily married with a family and a stable home.

Jenna

Age: 32
Occupation: Zero Waste Shop Owner
From: Blackpool


Small business-owner Jenna is looking for love and wants to commit to someone and build a long life with them.

Adrian

Age: 37
Occupation: Digital Designer
From: Manchester


Northener Adrian is looking for an upbeat and positive person who will make him laugh, be up for an adventure and is someone he can trust.

April

Age: 32
Occupation: Dress Designer
From: London


Former Miss Great Britain April is looking for someone who wants to live life to the fullest with her and who doesn't mind how independent she is.

Jess

Age: 31
Occupation: Dental Hygienist
From: Cambridgeshire


Fun and outgoing Jess wants a partner that will match her energy. As a Harry Potter fan, she expects her partner to get involved in Harry Potter marathons.

George

Age: 40
Occupation: Financial Advisor
From: Worcester


Dad-of-four George is looking for someone who excites him and will keep him on his toes, who can also be open emotionally.

Kwama

Age: 42
Occupation: Business Consultant
From: London


Business owner Kwame, who also won Mr Ghanan in 2000, has been married before and wants another chance at finding love.

Duka

Age: 31
Occupation: Recruitment HR Coordinator
From: Birmingham


Duka is looking for an 'Instagram girl' that loves looking after herself but can also have deep conversations about world issues.

Lara

Age: 49
Occupation: Waitress
From: Nottingham


Canadian Lara has been married and divorced twice before and is still looking for a fairy-tale romance. She is looking for her prince to introduce to her two sons.

Kasia

Age: 36
Occupation: Businesswoman
From: London


Business owner and mum of two Kasia is now focusing on herself and finding love. She's looking for a man who will take the lead with the same drive and passion that she has.

Pjay

Age: 31
Occupation: Dancer/Performer
From: Birmingham


Dreamboys performer Pjay says he wants to find love with someone with whom he can create a peaceful and loving environment.

Whitney

Age: 31
Occupation: PA
From: St Albans


Whitney has high expectations when it comes to finding a partner but she's now ready to give someone a chance.

Richie

Age: 51
Occupation: Sales Advisor
From: Sheffield


Richie says he has been kept young from working in the music industry for 23 years. He considers himself to be deep, emotional, clever, a good laugh as well as socially and emotionally intelligent.

Zoe

Age: 30
Occupation: Quantity Surveyor
From: West Midlands


Zoe works hard and plays hard, and now that she is 30 she no longer wants to serial date. She is looking to settle down and start a family with someone she has a genuine connection with.

Jordan

Age: 29
Occupation: Account Manager
From: Darlington


Jordan is looking for true love and a real connection, he says he has been single because he's too particular about what he wants and is going to try and relax and give girls more of a chance.

Thomas

Age: 31
Occupation: Mental Health Care Assistant
From: Liverpool


Energetic, sarcastic and unapologetically loud Thomas is looking for a partner that will help balance him out.

Sophie

Age: 26
Occupation: Head of Partnerships at tech company

Jonathan

Age: 32
Occupation: Carpenter

Matt

Age: 32
Occupation: Barber
From: Huddersfield

Gemma

Age: 30
Occupation: Hair Salon Owner
From: Devon

You can watch Married At First Sight UK from Monday to Thursday from 9pm on E4.

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