Married At First Sight bride breaks down in tears over husband’s 'old-fashioned values' as fans urge groom to run

A Married At First Sight UK bride broke down in tears and threatened to quit over her partner's 'old-fashioned values' on Tuesday's episode, prompting fans to urge the groom to run. The E4 dating experiment returned to screens over the weekend, with five couples already wed moments after meeting at the altar.

Grace and Ashley have been depicted as a couple struggling to ignite a connection. Grace became emotional after Ashley stated he wasn't a feminist, a stance she said clashed with her own beliefs. The latest episode followed their first photos as husband and wife, during which the pair learned their honeymoon would take them to Ko Samui in Thailand, a prospect they initially welcomed.

At breakfast, Grace told Ashley that she valued mutual respect and suggested that she did not have to conform to traditional scripts about gender roles. Ashley defended his position, saying old-school morals place importance on self-respect and that he had asked for that mindset in a life partner.

Grace, speaking to the camera, expressed that she might not be the person he expects, adding that she feels the gap between them is larger than she anticipated. She told producers she was worried she might be making a mistake by staying, and the crew reminded her that she had only met her husband yesterday and that day one was still early.

Viewers reacted online, with many taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, to debate the couple's dynamic. Several posts suggested Ashley faced an uphill battle to win Grace's approval, while others argued Grace appeared determined to block a connection. A common refrain among fans was that Ashley should run if the match cannot align on core values.

MAFS UK airs on E4 at 9:00 pm, and the season's drama continues to unfold as viewers await further developments among the remaining couples.