Surprising 'Married at First Sight' Couples Who Are Still Going Strong Today!

When it comes to reality TV couples, maintaining a long-lasting relationship is no easy task. However, several couples from the show Married at First Sight have defied the odds and managed to do just that! This popular Lifetime series follows the journey of multiple couples who are matched by relationship experts and agree to get married without ever meeting before.

The experts, including sociologist Dr. Pepper Schwartz, pastor and marriage counselor Calvin Roberson, and marriage therapist Dr. Viviana Coles, guide the couples throughout the season as they navigate the challenges of being newlyweds and strive to build a connection. They spend their initial nights together, embark on a honeymoon, and live together for a duration of eight weeks. At the end of this period, they are faced with the ultimate decision: continue their marriage or opt for a divorce?

The series premiered on the FYI network and later moved to Lifetime for its fifth season, produced by Kinetic Content. It has garnered a significant following, leading to several spinoff shows such as Married at First Sight: The First Year, Married at First Sight: Second Chances, Married at First Sight: Honeymoon Island, Married at First Sight: Happily Ever After, and Married at First Sight: Couples Cam. Moreover, the couple from the first season, Jamie Otis and Doug Hehner, received their own spinoff in 2017, chronicling their journey as new parents.

Scroll through the gallery below for more couples who have stayed together following their time on the reality show.

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'Married at First Sight' Couples Who Are Still Together Today

When it comes to reality TV couples, maintaining a lasting relationship can be quite challenging. However, several couples from Married at First Sight have defied the odds and managed to make it work! This captivating series on Lifetime features multiple couples who are paired up by a team of relationship experts and agree to marry upon their initial meeting.

Leading the way are sociologist Dr. Pepper Schwartz, pastor and marriage counselor Calvin Roberson, and marriage therapist Dr. Viviana Coles. Throughout the season, these experts guide the couples as they navigate the ups and downs of newlywed life, all while attempting to build a genuine connection. From spending their first nights together, going on a honeymoon, to cohabiting for eight weeks, the couples face various challenges. Finally, they are faced with the ultimate decision: to continue their married life or opt for a divorce.

The show, which began on FYI network and later moved to Lifetime, has become extremely popular. It has even sparked several spinoffs, such as Married at First Sight: The First Year, Married at First Sight: Second Chances, Married at First Sight: Honeymoon Island, Married at First Sight: Happily Ever After, and Married at First Sight: Couples Cam. In 2017, the couple from season 1, Jamie Otis and Doug Hehner, got their own spinoff, which focused on their journey as new parents.

Scroll through the gallery below for more couples who have stayed together following their time on the reality show.

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Jamie Otis and Doug Hehner

Jamie and Doug tied the knot during the initial season of the series. They joyfully embraced parenthood with the arrival of their delightful daughter in August 2017, followed by the birth of their precious son in May 2020. Alongside their own spinoff series, they also graced the screen on Married at First Sight: The First Year.

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Ashley Petta and Anthony D’Amico

The couple made their debut on the fifth season of the series, which was broadcasted until August 2017. In August 2018, they joyfully revealed the news of their impending parenthood as they awaited the arrival of their first child. Their daughter surprised them by coming into the world three weeks before the due date, in January 2019. Adding to their happiness, their second daughter joined the family in February 2021.

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Shawniece Jackson and Jephte Pierre

The dynamic of the season 6 couple was characterized by initial difficulty in getting to know each other, resulting in frequent arguments throughout their time on the show. However, despite these challenges, they ultimately made the mutual decision to remain together. Their commitment was solidified with the arrival of their first child, a beautiful baby girl named Laura Denise Pierre, born in October 2018.

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Danielle Bergman and Bobby Dodd

In February 2019, the seventh season couple, Danielle and Bobby, joyfully welcomed their first child, a daughter named Olivia Nicole. In June 2020, these proud parents excitedly announced that they are expecting their second child.

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AJ Vollmoeller and Stephanie Sersen

The couple experienced numerous highs and lows throughout season 8, but they persevered and showcased a greater sense of happiness than ever before on Married at First Sight: Couples Cam, which was broadcasted in June 2020. They disclosed their commitment to attending marriage counseling in order to foster personal growth and strengthen their bond.

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Kristine Killingsworth and Keith Dewar

This season 8 duo also made an appearance on Couples Cam, where they excitedly revealed their ongoing home renovation project. "Every girl deserves a guy who can bring a smile to her face," she expressed on Instagram, accompanied by a heartwarming photo featuring Keith in July 2020.

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Jessica Studer and Austin Hurd

The season 10 pair tied the knot in Washington, D.C., and during the April 2020 reunion special, revealed they were looking to buy a house together.

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Deonna McNeill and Gregory Okotie

The couple stayed married after season 9 wrapped and she shared in 2020 that she has "baby fever." The pair welcomed their first child in February 2021.

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Miles Williams and Karen Landry

The season 11 pair needed a bit of time to make their relationship work but ultimately pulled through. They now star on their own YouTube channel.

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Vincent Morales and Briana Myles

From the very start, Vincent and Briana formed a deep connection, which has only grown stronger even after the conclusion of the show. In an exciting announcement made in July 2022, the couple revealed that they are eagerly anticipating the arrival of their first child.

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Amani Aliyya and Woody Randall

This season, the couple from season 11, who had a serendipitous encounter before exchanging vows, continue to thrive. They joyfully welcomed their first son in June 2022.

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Miguel Santiago and Lindy Elloway

Miguel and Lindy’s marriage has been going strong since MAFS season 15 concluded, with the bride moving into her spouse’s home and taking his last name.

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Christopher Thielk and Nicole Lilienthal

The Nashville couple stayed together after marrying on MAFS season 16.