Are MAFS UK's Alex and Holly still together?

29 October 2024, 11:02

Are Married At First Sight's Holly and Alex still together? Here is everything we know about their relationship.

Married At First Sight couple Alex Henry and Holly Ditchfield got off to a wary start when the groom said he would have preferred his bride to not have children.

The mum-of-two was left in tears on her wedding day after the hurtful news was revealed, putting their new marriage in jeopardy before it had even begun. Alex also caused a stir with his fellow cast mates when he hinted that he would be open to swapping wives if he fancied someone else more.

However, with the help of dating experts Mel Schilling, Charlene Douglas and Paul C Brunson, fans are hoping these Alex and Holly make it to the final vows, and we've uncovered some clues as to how their relationship is today.

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Are MAFS UK's Alex and Holly still together? Here is everything we know about their relationship.

Are Alex and Holly still together?

Holly and Alex from Married At First Sight UK are no longer together. The couple chose to leave the experiment following weeks of bickering.

Taking to Instagram to discuss their split, Alex penned: "A love letter came through the mail…. 💌

"Hey guys, Thank you for the LOVE and comments over the last few weeks, it means the world to me. 🌎 Unfortunately, it just wasn’t meant to be.

"A lot of people wanted me and Holly to last the test of time, at times I wish we could have too. We shared some great memories together on and off camera. I wish Holly nothing but the best in the future, she deserves it! Speak to you all real soon! Love."

Holly also wrote: "Just a quick message to all the lovely people who have supported my MAFS journey: MAFS taught me so much about myself things that I never knew I was capable of doing I accomplished. I am proud of me 👏

"Thank you to my amazing MAFS family! My family! My friends and all the lovely people I have met along the way. Over and out ❤️"

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Alex and Holly's relationship timeline

Wedding day

Holly met her new husband Alex on their wedding day, and while things appeared to get off to a good start, the mood soon changed when the groom was asked about the fact that his wife had children.

When quizzed by one of Holly's friends on the situation, Alex revealed: "It was a preference if they didn't have kids."

Upon being told this, Holly stated: "My kids are my life. That's going to be a big problem for me."

Commitment Ceremonies

Despite their strong start, Holly and Alex did run into some difficulties in their marriage, mainly their communication styles.

The pair became heated when discussing these issues however they decided to put their issues behind them and continue their relationship.

The arguments continue

Although they decided to work on their relationship, Alex and Holly continued to bicker, with Holly even leaving the experiment at one point.

The groom also found himself in the centre of multiple arguments, primarily with Ross and Sacha, after his comments to the bride didn't land particularly well.

Following weeks of tension, Alex and Holly decided to call it a day and split shortly afterward.

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