In a dramatic conclusion to the series, Steven from Married At First Sight UK has finally confessed to using the dating app Hinge during his televised marriage to Nelly. The shocking admission came during the final reunion episode that aired on 14 November 2025, leaving experts and fellow cast members stunned.
The Explosive Confession
During the highly anticipated reunion, Nelly directly confronted Steven, asking him if he would finally admit to the dating app scandal. Steven responded by acknowledging he had acted cowardly and expressed regret for how his actions had made Nelly feel.
The tension escalated when fellow bride Rebecca intervened, accusing Steven of using excessive talk to avoid accountability. She reminded him that he had previously sworn he did not create the profile. Under this pressure, Steven dramatically conceded, stating: "Alright right, f-----g hell. Ok. I put my hands up to it."
Expert Mel Schilling then pressed for clarification, asking Steven to confirm he had lied about the dating app profile. Steven unequivocally admitted: "Yeah. I've owned up to it now, tonight. I'm fronting it up." This confession left both experts and cast members in visible shock.
The Original Scandal and Aftermath
The controversy first erupted during Homestay week, which followed a particularly difficult Partner Swap period. When Steven visited Nelly in Manchester, her flatmate revealed she had discovered his active and verified Hinge profile.
This revelation prompted Nelly to immediately remove her wedding ring and declare their marriage over. After the Homestay episode aired, Steven took to Instagram to defend himself, suggesting the situation was part of a producer-driven plot to create a compelling narrative for viewers.
In his social media posts, Steven emphasized the timeline of events, posting a picture dated April 2024 and implying that he and Nelly had already separated before his Hinge profile was revealed. He described his return home as going "back to normal life, back to working life, back to Dad life" and suggested the show's narrative didn't reflect the true sequence of events.
Reactions and Fallout
The confession marks a significant turnaround from Steven's previous denials and has generated substantial discussion among MAFS UK viewers. Rebecca's comment that his story "does not add up" echoed the sentiment of many watching the unfolding drama.
This revelation concludes one of the most controversial storylines of the current MAFS UK season, highlighting the challenges participants face when navigating relationships under intense public scrutiny while dealing with personal temptations and production pressures.
