‘Married At First Sight UK’ fans stunned as Marilyse decides to stay with Franky at vow renewal ceremony

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Married At First Sight UK watchers were left shocked at last night’s episode (Wednesday 29 Sept.) when Marilyse made the decision to remain with her husband Franky at the vow renewal ceremony.

In last night’s episode, three couples had to make the ultimate decision whether they would stay with their partners at the vow renewal ceremony until after the programme had ended. But recently, fans have been concerned about Franky’s behaviour towards Marilyse, with some encouraging her to leave the relationship.

Franky has also had the intention to move back to the UK from Dubai to live with Marilyse and her two children, but Marilyse has been worried that this would put more pressure on her and the relationship.

When it was time for their vow renewals, Franky read out his vows in the form of a poem, where he thanked her for sticking by his side and making him complete. At the end of the poem, Franky declared his love for Marilyse.

In her renewal vows, Marilyse said, “Thinking back to when I first met you on our wedding day, I have to admit that it was one of the best days I've ever had. I just knew you were in for a good ride.”

She continued, “I saw you fight through criticism from others because you came across too guarded. But from day one you showed me the real Franky and that's all you cared about. I’m so pleased because you showed everyone just how special you really are.

"I really don't want to hurt you. But we have had a few struggles mid-way which did make me question our relationship. I didn’t know if we were right for each other. But, I do want you to be part of my world, so let’s take each and every day as it comes. 

"Thank you for being my husband in this experiment. I couldn’t have gone through this with anyone else other than you.”

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The loved up couple embraced each other after the touching vows were read out, but fans were surprised at Marilyse’s decision and voiced their disbelief on Twitter…

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It’s time for the remaining newly-weds vow renewals in tonight’s episode. As one couple makes their decision, the last two must make the toughest decision of their lives.

Married at First Sight UK continues on E4 tonight at 9pm — see our TV Guide for full listings. 

Grace Morris
Staff Writer

Grace is a digital writer with WhatToWatch.com, where she writes series guides, recaps and features for must-watch shows and delivers all the latest soap news and reactions. She graduated from Anglia Ruskin University in 2020 with a degree in Writing and Film Studies, which only made her love for creative writing, film and TV grow stronger.


You'll usually find her watching the drama unfold in the latest reality series or much-loved UK soaps (usually with chocolate by her side!). She's an expert in EastEnders, Emmerdale, Coronation Street and everything reality-related from Selling Sunset and Married At First Sight UK to 90 Day Fiancé UK. Plus Netflix megahit Virgin River!


Grace also likes to explore new places with her friends and family and, of course, watch and read about the latest films and TV series.