Brook and Chris: A MAFS Romance That Didn’t Last the Distance
The cameras may have rolled on the Married At First Sight (MAFS) experiment, but for many couples, the real drama unfolds long after the vows are exchanged. Such is the case for Brook Crompton and Chris Nield, whose journey on the show captivated, and at times, confounded viewers. While they might have appeared as a united front on screen, the reality of their relationship post-show paints a very different picture. Grab your popcorn, because this is a story that takes a few unexpected turns.
From the outset, it was evident that Chris wasn’t quite hitting the mark as Brook’s ideal partner. His casual, and frankly, fat-phobic remarks, coupled with a stark assessment of the low success rate of marriages, set a rather awkward tone. It was clear from the get-go that Chris wasn’t exactly ticking the boxes of Brook’s dream husband.
The tension was palpable on their wedding day. Brook’s refusal to kiss Chris upon being announced as husband and wife was a moment that didn’t sit well with the groom. Explaining her decision, Brook stated that Chris “had to earn his stripes” with her. While perhaps unconventional, many viewers found her stance understandable, especially given the initial impressions Chris gave.
Are Chris and Brook Still Together? The Shocking Truth
Let’s cut to the chase: Brook and Chris are very much not together anymore. In fact, the 27-year-old model has moved on and is now engaged and expecting a baby with her former partner, 28-year-old builder Harry.
“I had a dream that I was pregnant. I woke up and thought, ‘That was crazy,’ but I did a pregnancy test… and it was positive!” Brook exclusively revealed.
Reports suggest that Brook and Harry reunited just two weeks after she exited the MAFS experiment. The model had even admitted to the show’s experts during the casting process that she had only been single for a matter of days before signing up for the dating experiment.
“He had to put in the hard yards, because he broke up with me,” Brook explained about her relationship with Harry. “But no, really we were both like, ‘OK, if it didn’t work back then, what are we going to do to make it work now?’”
The rekindling truly solidified when Harry whisked Brook away to the Maldives for a surfing trip with friends and family a few weeks later. “We just had the most beautiful time. We were better than we had ever been,” she shared. This trip, it seems, was the catalyst that cemented their renewed commitment.
Chris’s Controversial Comments Before the Wedding
Before his wedding to Brook, Chris made some rather startling comments to the other grooms. When discussing his dating dealbreakers, he revealed that a woman being “overweight” was a definite no-go.
“If I have a genuine interest in someone, they are going to be fit and healthy,” he stated, before doubling down with a blunt: “Fat people, no go.” These remarks certainly raised eyebrows and set a concerning tone for his approach to relationships.
Furthermore, Chris didn’t shy away from questioning the credibility of the MAFS experts, suggesting they might have been chosen from a “cereal box.” This dismissive attitude towards the professionals guiding the experiment did little to endear him to viewers or the experts themselves.
The Other MAFS Grooms’ Verdict on Chris
While none of the other grooms directly confronted Chris about his offensive comments regarding weight during their conversations, many offered their candid opinions in the confessional interviews.
Fellow MAFS groom Danny commented, “Chris…. he was stirring the pot.” Grayson echoed this sentiment, adding, “He is very blatant and blunt, if that’s the way he speaks about women, he’s got no chance.”
It’s hard to disagree with their sentiments. The thought of dating, let alone marrying, someone who expresses such disparaging views about others is certainly unappealing to most.
The MAFS Experts’ Disappointment
The MAFS experts were far from impressed with Chris’s behaviour and commentary. Expert John Aiken labelled him as one of the “most cynical” contestants they had ever encountered on the show, clearly indicating his disapproval of Chris’s attitude throughout the experiment.
The journey of Brook and Chris on Married At First Sight serves as a stark reminder that the on-screen narrative is often just the beginning of a much larger, and sometimes more dramatic, real-life story. While their time together on the show may have concluded, Brook’s happy ending with her fiancé and soon-to-be child is a testament to finding the right connection, even if it takes a different path than initially planned.
