Married at First Sight British fans criticized Laura Vaughan for being “cold-hearted” in Monday night’s episode after she “brutally” dumped her husband Arthur Poremba.
During their second wedding ceremony, viewers saw the 34-year-old financial manager read an “unnecessarily cruel” speech to the 37-year-old tennis coach before calling it quits on their marriage.
In the previous scenes, three of the couples, Laura and Arthur, Jordan and Erica, and Peggy and Georges, returned to their separate homes where they had five days to reflect on their decision.
After reflecting on their future together, they were reunited at a second ceremony where they read their vows and decided whether they wanted to stay together or leave the experiment.
Before their renewal, Arthur said: “I hold on to the fact that sometimes we are so lucky.”
Ouch: Married at First Sight British fans criticized Laura Vaughan for being “cold-hearted” in Monday night’s episode after she “brutally” dumped her husband Arthur Poremba
Bye: During their second wedding ceremony, viewers saw the 34-year-old financial manager read an “unnecessarily cruel” speech to the 37-year-old tennis coach before walking away from their marriage
He added: “I feel strongly for Laura and want to fight for her.”
Back at home, Laura was chatting with one of her friends, who had already made her disapproval of Arthur clear in an earlier heated exchange.
She asked, “What if I leave now but we’re on the verge of something good?” How do you know when to end a marriage?
At his home, Arthur shared his fears: “We have something good going on and I think we can do it, but Laura’s friends may change their minds.”
And it seems the tennis coach was right to doubt his bride, as Laura said at the ceremony: “The more I grow as a person, the more I become a part of you.”
She brutally added: “I’ve always been a problem solver, but I realized that this relationship can’t be fixed.” “You’re perfect for someone, but I won’t be.”
Speaking to the camera afterwards, Laura admitted: “Arthur’s vows have made it quite difficult for me but I’m moving forward with a lot more confidence.” “I’ll miss Arthur but the ring is off.”
Meanwhile, Arthur was visibly shaken by Laura’s words as he teared up while discussing their wedding vows with a producer.
Over: Brutally said Laura: “I’ve always been a problem solver, but I realized that this relationship can’t be fixed.” You’re perfect for someone, but it won’t be me.
Horrible: Fans shared their thoughts on X/Twitter and were shocked by Laura’s “brutal” performance. One post said: “So cold-hearted!” Not even a pain for poor Arthur.
“That made me feel like shit.” “At the end of the day, I would have tried to make things work outwardly, and I’m really disappointed that she didn’t,” he said.
Speaking tearfully to a producer off camera, Arthur added: “I really don’t know what else to say at the moment, I’m sorry.”
Fans shared their thoughts on X/Twitter and were shocked by Laura’s “brutal” performance. One post said: ‘So cold-hearted!’ Not even a pain for poor Arthur.’
“That was so brutal. I do not get it. She could have been so much nicer!’ another added.
A third agreed: “Laura just showed her true colors, that she is an evil person, that was unnecessarily cruel.”
“That was so callous, Arthur is a sweet guy and Laura always felt like she was above him.” “I hope he finds someone more down to earth,” another wrote.
“I hope Arthur finds a lover who will appreciate him and bring sunshine and sparkle into his life,” one fan shared.
Elsewhere, Jordan admitted to his mother that he would move to Edinburgh to be with Erica, admitting: “I would rather do that and make sure the relationship works than not change and because of her to fall apart because of the distance.”
“When I make this final vow to her, I want it to last forever.”
Meanwhile, Erica shared some concerns with her friends and said she was still worried about communication issues between them.
On the way home: “That was so callous, Arthur is a sweet guy and Laura always felt like she was above him.” “I hope he finds someone more down to earth,” one fan wrote
But when the contract was extended, all her concerns were put to rest when Erica confirmed: “Over the last few weeks you have shown me that you are willing to do the work necessary.” I hope that together we can become the best versions of ourselves .”
Fans of the series had to wait until Tuesday to find out the fate of Peggy and George’s marriage as the episode ended on a cliffhanger.
Peggy is left caught between George and her family, who still disapprove of him, and collapses during her vows. She admits it was the “hardest decision of her life.”
“I’ve been thinking for a long time in the last few days about whether this can work or whether the game is over for us?” she asked.
Married At First Sight UK: Meet the eight contestants in the series
Name: Arthur
Age: 34
From London
Occupation: Tennis coach
Why: “I am ready to find the love of my life”
Name: Ella
Age: 29
From: Weston Super Mare
Occupation: clinical consultant
Why: “This experiment is so much more than just my marriage.” I see this as a big deal for someone in transition.
Name: Brad
Age: 27
From: Grimsby
Occupation: model
Why: “I wholeheartedly trust the experts to match me well.”
Name: Jay
Age: 31
From: Lancashire
Occupation: Sales Manager
Why: Hopefully they found someone suitable for me and I believe everything happens for a reason.
Name: Georges
Age: 30
From: Surrey
Profession: Sports rehabilitator
Why: “I told the experts I will give 120%.” I trust them and I will trust the process.
Name: Laura
Age: 34
From: Hampshire
Occupation: Financial manager
Why: “I’m keeping my fingers crossed for a positive outcome – I don’t want another divorce.”
Name: Luke
Age: 30
By: Clacton
Occupation: Sales Manager
Why: “I’m really open and I know I can make things work and build things. I just hope she has the same attitude.”
Name: Peggy
Age: 32
From: Kent
Occupation: Technology venture partner
Why: “I want that lover and someone who can also be my best friend”
Name: Nathaniel
Age: 36
From: Manchester
Occupation: Event marketing manager
Why: “I don’t trust anyone but myself, but I hope they did a good job, that’s all I can say.”
Name: Porsche
Age: 36
From London
Occupation: Executive Assistant
Why: “I try not to think too much about the fact that I’m marrying a complete stranger because I’ll probably overwhelm myself.”
Name: Paul
Age: 26
By: Chesham
Occupation: Account Manager
Why: “I hope the experts have literally personally extradited my best friend and life partner.”
Name: Rosaline
Age: 28
From: Crewe
Occupation: Florist
Why: “I’m excited, but I also feel pretty nervous.” It doesn’t feel real.
Name: Terence
Age: 40
From: Reading
Occupation: Youth worker/DJ
Why: “I’m looking forward to it and excited.” The only thing I’m worried about is whether she’ll like me.
Name: Shona
Age: 31
From: Nottingham
Occupation: Performing Arts Teacher
Why: “My greatest happiness would be if he and I did the experiment and really tried to grow together.”
Name: Thomas
Age: 27
From: Wiltshire
Occupation: Investment communications
Why: “I look forward to getting to know this person and seeing what we can do together.”
Name: Tasha
Age: 25
From: Leeds
Occupation: Childcare assistant
Why: “I trust the experts to help me find the love of my life – the ant for my December!”
Name: JJ
Age: 30
From: Essex
Occupation: Owner of a fashion brand
Why: “I couldn’t find anyone, so when this opportunity came up it felt right to me.”
Name: Bianca
Age: 29
From: Buxton
Occupation: Hair extensions specialist
Why: “All my friends around me were having babies and getting married, and I kept thinking, ‘Surely there must be someone out there for me’.”
Name: Jordan
Age: 26
From: Sheffield
Occupation: Personal trainer
Why: “I’ve had trouble finding the right person before.”
Name: Erica
Age: 25
From: Dance teacher
Occupation: Dance teacher and social media manager
Why: “All I wanted is to settle down and have the security of having someone to literally spend my life with and have a best friend.”