Two women allege they were raped during filming of Married at First Sight UK
Two women have alleged they were raped during the filming of Married at First Sight UK, raising concerns about the show's contributor welfare protocols. Channel 4 has stated that it took prompt action when these allegations were brought to its attention. An external review of contributor welfare has been launched to assess the handling of these claims and the adequacy of existing protocols.
- ▪Two women allege they were raped during the filming of Married at First Sight UK.
- ▪Channel 4 has removed all episodes from streaming and linear services following the allegations.
- ▪An external review of contributor welfare has been launched by Channel 4's new chief executive.
2 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 12 hours. All of the coverage we found sits in one bucket: lean left. That one-sidedness is itself worth noticing.
- ▪ Married at First Sight rape allegations are concerning, says ex-Channel 4 boss — World news | The Guardian
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Channel 4 says ‘prompt and appropriate action was taken’ when concerns about contributor welfare were raised. Photograph: Jovana Tomasevic/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenChannel 4 says ‘prompt and appropriate action was taken’ when concerns about contributor welfare were raised. Photograph: Jovana Tomasevic/Getty ImagesChannel 4Two women allege they were raped during filming of Married at First Sight UKFormer contestants claim there was not enough protection for cast during making of Channel 4 showMichael Savage Media editorMon 18 May 2026 14.55 EDTLast modified on Mon 18 May 2026 14.57 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleTwo women have alleged they were raped during the filming of Married at First Sight UK, one of Channel 4’s biggest shows, and a third alleged she was subjected to…
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