For its sixteenth season, Married at First Sight moves to Nashville, Tennessee, where 10 individuals will embark on a 23-episode adventure to find their possible life partners.
As usual, the couples will wed a total stranger, vacation as a married couple, and then move in together. Each newlywed will have to confront the unpleasant reality of their marital status when the eight-week social experiment is through and choose between staying married and building a future together or getting a divorce and going their own ways.
Kevin Frazier of Entertainment Tonight will host MAFS: Matchmaking Special on December 28 at 8 p.m. ET on Lifetime, which will give viewers an exclusive inside look at the rigorous process that goes into matching the five Nashville couples who will get married at first sight. This special will air before the premiere of Married at First Sight.
Then, on December 29, a second Lifetime special called MAFS: Kick-Off Special will air. During this special, Frazier will debate and discuss the five newly paired Nashville couples who are about to get married at first sight with a group of superfans and find out their predictions for what each couple will decide on Decision Day. Former MAFS favorites will also share updates on their present relationships and lives.
On Jan. 4, at 10 p.m. ET, Keshia Knight Pulliam will host Married at First Sight: Afterparty, during which she will speak with the cast and obtain the latest information.
When does season 16 of Married at First Sight premiere?
An hour-long installment of the new show will air on January 4.
What time does season 16 of Married at First Sight air?
Lifetime will premiere Married at First Sight at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT.
What channel is Married at First Sight on?
Lifetime broadcasts the television show Married at First Sight.
Where will season 16 of Married at First Sight take place?
For its sixteenth season, Married at First Sight relocates to Nashville, Tennessee.
Who are the experts for season 16 of Married at First Sight?
The following professionals will offer the couples specialized guidance and encouragement as they embark on an emotional journey to find their lasting love.
Pastor Calvin Roberson
Pastoral counselor and ordained minister Calvin Roberson. Calvin and Wendy launched their Married and Naked couples counseling group in 2009; the term “naked” alludes to his patients becoming emotionally bare and vulnerable. Calvin thinks that most marriages can be saved, with the exception of dangerous situations.
Dr. Pepper Schwartz
Professor of Sociology at the University of Washington is Dr. Pepper Schwartz. She earned her B.A., M.A., Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude, and degrees in sociology from Yale University and Washington University, both in St. Louis. She also holds an M.Phil. and a Ph.D. in sociology from Yale. She currently serves as the Chair of the Advisory Committee for the San Francisco Institute for Integral Studies’ Ph.D. in sexuality studies. She is the author of 22 books, the senior fellow and board member of the Council on the Contemporary Family, and the chair of the Intimacy and Aging study group at Stanford University’s Center for the Advanced Studies in the Behavioral Sciences.
DeVon Franklin
DeVon Franklin is a producer, author, speaker, motivational coach, and New York Times bestselling author. He is most known for co-authoring The Wait, a New York Times best-seller book, with his then-wife Meagan Good. The Truth About Men: What Men and Women Need to Know was released by him in 2019.
Dr. Pia Holec
Psychotherapist Dr. Pia Holec is an expert in both couples and sex therapy. She works with minority communities in the fields of sex therapy, relationship issues, family of origin issues, and trauma at Journey Psychology Center, LLC, where she is based.
Who are the couples for season 16 of Married at First Sight?
39-year-old software engineer and teacher Airris
Airris is prepared for the following step: finding a bride and establishing a family after switching careers recently and moving back to Tennessee, where he was born and raised. The instructor who teaches software engineering is looking for a life partner that is independent and strong.
Jasmine, 32, Competitive Cheerleading Coach
Jasmine is pleased to leave the decision-making to the professionals at Married At First Sight in order to, ideally, discover true, enduring love, settle down, and start a family. She isn’t ashamed of the fact that when it comes to men, she hasn’t made the best choices.
Christopher, 36, Business Coach
Another transplant to Nashville, Christopher moved to the city from Chicago three years ago. He has had trouble meeting women due to COVID constraints, and he is looking for his one true love to marry and with whom to begin the next chapter of his life.
Nicole, 32, Senior Marketing Advisor
Nicole, a New Yorker by birth and upbringing, relocated to Nashville in an effort to avoid the poisonous dating culture in Manhattan, but luck wasn’t on her side. She moved four weeks ahead of a deadly tornado and six weeks ahead of a pandemic, so she never had a chance to fully appreciate her new city. She is now ready to concentrate on finding her true love.
Clint, 40, Account Executive
Clint, a romantic explorer at heart, is seeking a partner who will share his numerous interests. Clint is a lifelong learner who feels that in order to do something well, you must learn and pay attention to professionals. Putting his fate in the hands of the matchmakers isn’t a stretch for him because he is prepared to use the same reasoning to find a marriage.
Gina, 35, Salon Owner
Gina is well-known around the Nashville region as a result of her nine-year commitment to growing her salon business, particularly the four years that followed a difficult split. Now, however, Gina wants to resume her dating life and shift her attention to finding a partner with whom she can pursue her dreams, travel, and perhaps start a family.
Mack, 34, Director of Operations
As his job always came first, Mack just relocated to Nashville to pursue new career prospects. But now that he’s prepared to settle down and raise a family, he sees Married at First Sight as his best chance to meet the woman who will be his lifelong companion.
Domynique, 25, Associate Sales Broker
Domynique is succeeding in her work and has a strong educational background, but she believes finding a particular partner is the next logical step. She is eager to find out if her soulmate is on Married at First Sight because, unfortunately, the bar scene and dating apps are not working out for her and she doubts it is where she will meet her perfect match.
Shaquille, 31, Executive Director
Shaquille is open-minded, ready for love, and willing to leave his future in the hands of the professionals because his career is headed in the correct direction. For Shaquille, family, faith, encouragement, and education are also crucial. He is willing to give marriage a chance.
Kirsten, 32, Real Estate Agent
Kirsten is a successful real estate agent and the “total package,” but she’s having trouble finding a man who measures up to her standards. Since she doesn’t want to accept anything less than what she believes she deserves, she’s hoping the experts can help her find a godly man who won’t be intimidated by her success and who is eager to progress with her.
Are there any spoilers for season 16 of Married at First Sight?
Yes! Unknown to us, but when one bride’s husband makes a lewd proposal to the wife of another man, the season picks up steam and takes a surprising turn.
How many episodes are there for season 16 of Married at First Sight?
The 16th season will have 23 episodes.
What is new this season on Married at First Sight?
Beyond Decision Day will consist of three extra episodes that will show viewers what occurs after the experiment is over and the marriage becomes even more real.
This season also features 20 brand-new digital episodes of MAFS: Relationship Rewind, in which Pastor Cal and Dr. Pepper offer their expert commentary on the most compelling scene from the previous night’s show.
