My Mum, Your Dad fans call for rule change after first elimination

Caroline and Clayton were eliminated from the retreat

Author: Alex RossPublished 20th Sep 2023

It's safe to say Davina McCall's new dating show My Mum, Your Dad has captured the hearts of the nation! With its amazing playlist, fabulous setting and stripped-back concept, viewers have been hooked every night since the launch.

But as the series which was previously dubbed as 'middle-aged Love Island' draws to a close, eliminations have begun, with both Caroline and Clayton leaving the retreat during Tuesday night's (19th September) episode.

It was up to the relationship experts (or should we say the kids), who made the tough decision, after deciding both Caroline and Clayton hadn't found a connection with anyone during their time in the retreat.

After seeing the pair leave and be reunited with their children, fans of the show took to social media to express their disappointment, with some admitting they believe bosses should change the rules when it comes to eliminations.

One wrote: 'Don't like the way they evicted the parents for not finding a connection', with another adding: 'Hmmm… do you know I thought they’d eliminate the sure-fire couples like Natalie and Paul, because they’ve found a suitable partner, rather than the singles yet to find love, like Caroline and Clayton!! Wrong way round'. (sic)

Others expressed their love for both Caroline and Clayton, with some suggesting the pair should actually date each other.

One wrote: 'Loving the show, sad to see these 2 go, Caroline and Clayton will have won so many admirers, Caroline is such a genuine, kind person & also the kids have been so sweet but mature, good luck'. (sic)

Another commented: 'I think Clayton and Caroline would make a great couple, they are both beautiful people and also very attractive 😍😍', with a third writing: 'Clayton and Caroline should have a date they’d be so beautiful together ❤️ love them both!' (sic)

Check out the full cast for My Mum, Your Dad below:

Monique and Taiya


Monique - Nominated by her daughter Taiya

Age: 50
From: Winchmore Hill
Occupation: Therapist/Student

Taiya

Age: 21
From: North London
Occupation: Student

Sharon and Tia


Sharon - Nominated by her daughter Tia

Age: 53
From: Sunderland
Occupation: Safeguarding and Welfare Officer in Education

Tia

Age: 24
From: Sunderland
Occupation: Social Media Influencer

Caroline and Carli


Caroline - Nominated by her daughter Carli

Age: 51
From: South Lanarkshire
0ccupation: Tech Advisor/Scan Assistant

Carli

Age: 20
From: South Lanarkshire
Occupation: Flight Attendant

Natalie and Kaliel


Natalie - Nominated by her son Kaliel

Age: 44
From: Bournemouth
Occupation: Self-Esteem and Relationship Recovery Coach

Kaliel

Age: 20
From: Bournemouth
Occupation: Gas and Plumbing Apprentice

Paul and Mazey


Paul - Nominated by his daughter Mazey

Age: 47
From: London
Occupation: Owner of a Decorating Company

Mazey

Age: 21
From: Bath
Occupation: University Student

Clayton and Christian


Clayton - Nominated by his son Christian

Age: 57
From: Nottingham
Occupation: Pastoral Support Officer

Christian

Age: 35
From: Nottingham
Occupation: Graphic Artist/Warehouse Employee

Roger and Jess


Roger - Nominated by his daughter Jess

Age: 58
From: Derbyshire
Occupation: Postman

Jess

Age: 28
From: Derbyshire
Occupation: Network Rail Planner

Elliot and Zachary


Elliot - Nominated by his son Zachary

Age: 53
From: Essex
Occupation: PE Teacher and Football Coach

Zachary

Age: 21
From: Essex
Occupation: University Student

Janey and Will


Janey - Nominated by her son Will

Age: 47
From: West Sussex
Occupation: Singer/Recruitment Manager

Will

Age: 19
From: West Sussex
Occupation: Student

Martin H and Jessica


Martin H - Nominated by his daughter Jessica

Age: 56
From: Birmingham - Lives in Epson
Occupation: Retired basketball player/Sports Presenter and MD

Jessica

Age: 23
From: Epsom
Occupation: Model/Sales & Marketing/Mental Health Skills Coaching

Tolullah and Georgia-Blu


Tolullah - Nominated by her daughter Georgia-Blu

Age: 50
From: London
Occupation: Design consultant/Journalist

Georgia-Blu

Age: 28
From: London
From: Chartered Accountant

Martin M and Luke


Martin M - Nominated by his son Luke

Age: 52
From: Derby/Lives in Ibiza
Occupation: Property developer

Luke

Age: 18
From: Ibiza
Occupation: Bartender

Despite Caroline and Clayton not finding love, it appears things are going very well for the likes of Roger and Janey, and Paul and Natalie. With just a few episodes left until the final on Friday 22nd September, fans are excited to see how the couple's journeys will end.

Be aware though, Friday night's final episode has been rescheduled to the later time of 10pm due to the UEFA Women's Nations League football game between England and Scotland.

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