Season 17 of Married At First Sight brought some shocking revelations on Decision Day. While the outcome wasn't surprising, secrets came to light that surprised both the cast and viewers. Off-camera factors played a role in the couples' relationships falling apart, as seen with Clare Kerr & Cameron Frazer, Austin Reed & Becca Haley, and Emily Balch & Brennan Shoykhet. These hidden issues surfaced during and after Decision Day.
The results of Decision Day may not have been unexpected, as the couples seemed to have already made up their minds before meeting the experts. Clare and Cameron decided to divorce after spending most of the experiment apart. Emily and Brennan, despite a promising start, also chose to end their marriage. On the other hand, Austin and Becca, who had faced challenges, opted to stay married and were optimistic about resolving their issues.
Cameron Has Been Covering For Clare
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After choosing to divorce on Decision Day, Cameron and Clare met with the rest of the Married At Frist Sight season 17 cast in a group, but things quickly got dramatic when Clare and Emily jumped in to defend Becca against Austin. Cameron, who has been getting closer with both Austin and Brennan throughout MAFS season 17, shared that he’d been covering for Clare during their marriage. Clare and Cameron got involved in Emily and Brennan’s relationship, which caused a major fight. Cameron revealed he felt he had to “lie every day of this marriage” in order to protect Clare.
Austin Lied About Hanging Out With A Producer
Austin was caught in a lie when it was revealed that he had been hanging out with a producer behind the scenes. This caused tension among the cast members, especially Becca and Emily, who felt betrayed by Austin's dishonesty. The revelation led to further drama and conflict within the group as they tried to navigate the aftermath of Austin's deceit.
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After choosing each other on Decision Day, both Austin and Becca were optimistic about their future together. However, Becca later found out that Austin had gone out with Brennan after they had returned home. Emily and Clare saw Austin with a MAFS producer at the bar and told Becca. This hurt Becca because Austin had previously expressed discomfort with the production aspect of their relationship.
When Becca confronted Austin in front of the Married At First Sight season 17 cast, he was surprised. He denied spending time with the producer and said he was with Brennan, who confirmed his story. Emily and Clare argued with Austin, while Becca expressed her discomfort with him consistently choosing others over her. Despite Austin wanting to fix things, Becca made it clear that she was not interested in hearing him out.
Brennan Said He Would "Ruin" Emily
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Brennan and Emily had a chance to reignite their feelings for each other during MAFS season 17. However, their attempt at reconciliation quickly turned sour. After Emily's serious accident, Brennan tried to take care of her, but rumors began to spread among the other cast members that he was seeing other women behind her back. Emily felt deeply hurt when she found out that Brennan was arranging double dates with another woman named Cameron without her knowledge, causing her to struggle with trusting him.
In one of their final conversations, Brennan hinted that he could publicly expose some private moments that could "ruin" Emily. Although shocked by his threat, Emily acknowledged that both of them had made mistakes in their marriage. Despite their inability to make their marriage work, Emily and Brennan reached an understanding that their experience on Married At First Sight had helped them grow and change, even though it was a challenging journey.
Married At First Sight season 17 airs Wednesdays at 9 p.m. EST on Lifetime.
Editor's P/S:
The revelations on Decision Day of Married At First Sight Season 17 were both shocking and disappointing. It's disheartening to see how off-camera factors and hidden secrets can wreak havoc on relationships. The fact that Cameron felt compelled to lie to protect Clare raises questions about the authenticity of their marriage. Austin's dishonesty about his interactions with a producer and Brennan's alleged threats against Emily further erode trust and respect within the group.
The challenges faced by these couples highlight the complexities of relationships and the importance of open and honest communication. It's crucial for couples to be transparent with each other and to address issues head-on, rather than resorting to secrecy or manipulation. The revelations on Decision Day serve as a cautionary tale about the consequences of dishonesty and the need for couples to approach marriage with a foundation of trust and mutual respect.