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Topics: Married At First Sight, Married at First Sight UK, Reality TV, Channel 4
Mia Williams
Topics: Married At First Sight, Married at First Sight UK, Reality TV, Channel 4
Married at First Sight UK's Ryan Livesey has issued a new statement revealing a 'red flag' that prompted him to leave the show, following the bombshell reunion episode.
Last night's (14 November) instalment of MAFS UK left jaws on the floor as the cast of 2024 came together for the final reunion ceremony of the series.
It wasn't short of drama or tears, and Channel 4 viewers will now be left twiddling their thumbs for four days a week when 9pm rolls around.
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It seemed like fans quickly fell in love with 28-year-old Ryan, with many running to his social media to praise him and comment on his uncanny resemblance to a young Channing Tatum.
However, he made a shock exit from the experiment after a series of rows between him and his ex-wife Sionainn Carmichael, 29.
On October 24, Ryan announced on Instagram: "I was starting to develop real feelings and it meant a lot to hear Sionainn say she felt 'safe and comfortable' around me. This is something I truly pride myself on, not only as a man but also as a dad.
"I wish things would have turned out differently but now feels like the right time for myself and Sionainn to leave the experiment and I wish her all the best for the future."
Reflecting on the experience, Ryan added: "I will always be grateful for the experience and the opportunity to learn and grow as a person as I continue to take these life lessons into my future."
But in a statement following last night's bombshell reunion, Ryan appeared to set the record straight.
He said: "During the honeymoon, I made a comment about it feeling like a holiday romance - you go on holiday together, and then suddenly, you’re living with each other."
He also noted a 'red flag' that apparently prompted him to leave the experiment early.
Ryan added: "I tried my best not to react to things, but it’s tough when someone questions your character, brings up 'red flags,' or accuses you of things you haven’t done.
"Living with someone’s insecurities is challenging, and being told that if I continued talking to Hannah [Norburn], they would leave the experiment - that, to me, was a red flag."
The reality star continued that he felt he gave the experiment his 'all'.
"I know I’m not perfect and have never claimed to be," he admitted, before thanking Channel 4 and the fans for the opportunity.
Meanwhile, Sionainn shared an image of the pair with the caption: "My face says it all once again."