Leah Tyrer shocks MAFS fans with drastic throwback look before signing up for dating show
Fans compare pre-show selfies to her on-screen persona as Married At First Sight returns
Leah Marie Tyrer, a 35-year-old businesswoman from Romford, Essex, has stunned fans with a drastically different look in throwback snaps circulating online ahead of her appearance on Married At First Sight UK. The bisexual bride is paired with Leigh Harris, a blonde beauty who joined the show after calling off an engagement. The season has already delivered dramatic moments, including a honeymoon clash in which Leigh told Leah she wanted to go home.
On social media, fans rediscovered older photos showing Tyrer with brunette hair and a more natural makeup style. In several throwbacks, she appears in swimwear and casual outfits, with her distinctive chest tattoo visible in some shots. One image shows her posing in a red puffer jacket, while others highlight a slimmer figure that looks different from her current on-screen self. Viewers also raised comparisons to Spice Girl Victoria Beckham as they noted the transformation.
Reaction on social media has been mixed. Some fans celebrated the past style, while others questioned the extent of cosmetic work, with several posts suggesting her features appeared altered in recent years. Coverage of the show’s drama has fueled ongoing speculation about how much influence producers have over what viewers see, including questions over whether an apology scene was steered by editors.
After the honeymoon blow-up, Leah and Leigh appeared to make progress, taking a romantic break in Switzerland. Leigh said she had struggled to switch on her feelings since becoming single and went as far as cooking a meal for Leah to show effort. The on-screen moment drew praise from some viewers, though others continued to wonder if the moment was shaped by producers and the editing room.
Married At First Sight UK continues on E4 and is available on Channel 4 Online.