MAFS UK stars Brad and Shona were axed from the show amid a “toxic” relationship.
Over the past week, viewers fumed over Brad’s behaviour towards wife Shona, with many branding him a “red flag”.
During an episode earlier this week, things took a rather brutal turn when Brad, who is no stranger to controversy, lashed out at Shona. So much so, that viewers demanded the professionals step in when the show descended into pure chaos.
Now, it’s been confirmed that the couple were axed from the reality show as Channel 4 released a statement.
MAFS UK: Brad and Shona
A Channel 4 Spokesperson told MailOnline: “The couple’s exit plays out in the show. It was agreed alongside experts Paul, Mel and Charlene that the intensive Married at First Sight environment was not working for the couple and it was the right time to leave the experiment.
“The relationships on Married at First Sight UK are closely monitored off screen, by production and an independent psychologist. If any of the relationships develop in a way that is deemed to be potentially unhealthy for either party, we would take expert psychological advice as to whether it was time for them to leave the process.
“The welfare of all contributors on Married at First Sight UK is our top priority and we ensure that appropriate support is available to contributors at all times during filming, including 24/7 access to a member of the welfare team or psych support.”
Meanwhile, a show source told The Sun: “The relationship with Shona was getting toxic. Bosses stepped in before the situation got out of hand.”
In MAFS UK this week, it was time for a famous dinner party – which usually brings plenty of drama to the table. And Tuesday’s episode (October 3) was no exception. The newlyweds asked each other questions. Shona asked Brad: “How do you feel about me?” He then started his lengthy declaration of love and quipped: “Right now, even stronger than I did previously.
“I am very aware of love and love’s experiences because I have been through a lot in my life. In this experiment I’ve been forced to let go. Any egotistical traits I’ve been forced to surrender and let this just take over.”
“So, when I started to feel the warm fuzzy butterflies rise up from my spine to the solar plexus I was like oh no and the universe was going are you joking me? I see you and I love you,” he added, grabbing Shona’s face.
Brad snaps at wife on MAFS UK
However, his speech didn’t seem to go down well with the other contestants who yawned and rolled their eyes. Shona looked panicked and stressed at what her co-stars were doing. She proclaimed: “People are clearly doubting us now. They don’t think we are their favourite couple!”
Brad then erupted and fumed: “It’s emotionally immature to be shook by other people’s opinions!” He then snapped at Shona claiming she needed “external validation”.
MAFS UK descends into chaos
He then fumed even more and told her to stop talking. He said: “You need to let it go.” As Shona attempted to add to the conversation, Brad fired back: “Shut up! Shut up!”
Brad’s tone and attitude sparked a reaction from the professionals – who watched the carnage unfold in another room. With her jaw on the floor, Mel Schilling said: “Ooooh, wow.”
Brad and his reaction got plenty of people talking at home – who did not seem impressed with the way he spoke to his wife. Rushing over to X, formerly known as Twitter, one said: “Brad is literally a walking red flag.”
Other fans even demanded the experts to intervene and do something. Another fan penned: “Those professionals need to step in and stop Brad’s behaviour. Massive red flags. Manipulation. Emotional abuse.”
A third quipped: “Serious red flags Brad. So-called experts need to be vigilant.”
Brad and Shona break silence
As the episode finished airing and following the uproar, Brad and Shona took to social media. Taking to his Instagram Story, he uploaded a picture of himself in bed covering his face, with the caption: “That edit was difficult to watch.”
Meanwhile Shona responded to a fan who sent her their love. She gushed: “Thank you so much. Tonight was hard to watch. I’ll get back to this in the morning. Love to you all.”
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