British broadcaster pulls Married at First Sight UK amid rape allegations
Channel 4 has removed all episodes of Married at First Sight UK following serious allegations of rape and non-consensual acts made by former contestants. The allegations were highlighted in a BBC investigation, prompting the broadcaster to take immediate action. An external review of contributor welfare has been commissioned by Channel 4 amid these claims.
- ▪Two women alleged they were raped by their on-screen husbands during filming.
- ▪A third woman claimed she had an abortion following a non-consensual sex act.
- ▪Channel 4 continued to air episodes despite being aware of some allegations.
6 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 36 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 3 centre, 1 right.
- ▪ 'Serious concerns' raised by MPs after rape allegations on Married At First Sight UK — Sky News — Top
- ▪ ‘Married At First Sight UK’ Canceled Amid Allegations Of Rape — Dailycaller
- ▪ ‘Married at First Sight UK’ Pulled by Channel 4 Amid Rape Allegations — The Hollywood Reporter
- ▪ Married at First Sight rape allegations 'serious', says DCMS — BBC News — UK
- ▪ Married at First Sight UK off air after rape allegations — ABC News (Australia)
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| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 08:02:23 +1000 |
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