The Married at First Sight Season 17 cast’s behind-the-scenes plotting and scheming have sparked outrage among viewers and MAFS alumni alike, with many condemning the Denver cast for turning the show into a mockery.
Following revelations from the cast about their premeditated plan to fabricate storylines for financial gain, MAFS veterans took to social media to express their disappointment and frustration.
Beth Bice, Jamie Otis, Vincent Morales, Nicole and Chris Thielk, and Miguel Santiago were among those who voiced their criticism after Part 1 of the reunion aired, lambasting the Denver cast for their deceitful actions.
In response to a backstage clip showing the cast placing blame on each other for orchestrating the scheme, Jamie Otis lamented the decline of the show, longing for a return to genuine commitment to love and marriage.
Nicole Thielk questioned whether the chaos of Season 17 was preferable to previous seasons, prompting Beth Bice to liken the season to “a season of Big Brother” due to the pervasive plotting and scheming.
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The sentiment of disappointment extended beyond the female alumni, with Miguel Santiago decrying the behavior as reminiscent of “high school s**t,” and Vincent Morales drawing comparisons to The Real Housewives franchise with a touch of sarcasm.
Chris Thielk echoed the sentiment, expressing sadness over the confusion and lack of authenticity that plagued the season, emphasizing the importance of being open to the process and hoping for better luck in future seasons.
As the fallout from Season 17 continues to reverberate, MAFS veterans and viewers alike are left grappling with the betrayal of trust and the tarnishing of the show’s reputation by the Denver cast’s actions.
