Maeve Mathieson Shares Throwback Photo Amid MAFS Drama

Maeve Mathieson, a participant in *Married At First Sight UK*, has recently shared a throwback photo featuring her close friend, Chloe Ferry, while navigating on-screen challenges with her husband, Joe Wood. The 29-year-old aesthetics practitioner was initially matched with Wood during the reality series, and their relationship took a serious turn when they professed love for one another. However, this week has seen significant tension between the couple following the recent passing of Wood’s grandfather.

Joe Wood’s absence from the show was notable after he left Maeve alone in their shared accommodation to attend his grandfather’s funeral. His departure came just as the couple was expected to participate in a dinner party and a commitment ceremony. During a brief interaction with fellow contestant Ashley Dommett, Joe expressed uncertainty about his feelings towards Maeve, heightening concerns among viewers regarding the future of their relationship. Reports from OK! indicate that Joe has taken a break from filming, resulting in little to no communication with Maeve or other cast members.

Social Media Engagement and Reflections

In the latest episode, Maeve shared her experience of attending a couple’s retreat solo, revealing that she had not heard from Joe. This absence has left fellow contestants, including Ashley, questioning when or if Joe will return to the show. As the drama unfolds, Maeve took to Instagram to engage with her 51.1K followers in a Q&A session. A fan inquired about her friendship with Chloe Ferry, to which Maeve responded with a nostalgic photo of them together, showcasing a vastly different look with blonde hair and a fringe.

Maeve expressed her affection for Ferry, writing, “Yeah @chloegshore1 is one of my best friends she has the kindest soul and I love her very much,” accompanied by a heart emoji. This interaction highlights the importance of maintaining friendships outside of the pressures of reality television.

Insights from the Reality Experience

In another part of the Q&A, Maeve reflected on the challenges of the reality experiment. When asked what kept her motivated, she shared a heartfelt message accompanied by a photo of herself with fellow participants Keye and Davide. “My little love bugs kept me going,” she stated. “You don’t understand how hard this experiment is. You would normally ring your friends for advice, but instead, you have to make bonds with new friends, and this is something I will forever be grateful for.”

Maeve acknowledged the “unbelievable” support she received from her “squad” during the filming process. She also revealed a moment of private conversation with Ashley regarding Joe’s feelings, which she felt was not appropriately handled within the context of the show. Maeve noted, “If I knew that I wouldn’t have stayed as it’s all just a bit muggy for me.”

As *MAFS UK* continues to air on E4 from Sunday to Wednesday at 21:00, viewers remain captivated by the unfolding drama and the personal journeys of the participants, particularly Maeve and Joe.