Whatever Happened to the OG MAFS Romantics?
Remember Season 1 of Married At First Sight? Ah, simpler times. Back when the idea of marrying a stranger was *slightly* less insane.
Let's be real. We all secretly watched, judging every awkward interaction. And we were dying to know: did anyone actually make it?
The Ones That Bit the Dust (Spoiler Alert: Most)
First up, we had Jamie Otis and Doug Hehner. Jamie openly admitted she wasn't attracted to Doug initially. Ouch! It was a bumpy start, to say the least.
Then there was Cortney Hendrix and Jason Carrion. They seemed… normal? Too normal, maybe. Because spoiler alert: they eventually divorced too.
And last but not least, Monet Bell and Vaughn Copeland. Let’s just say, sparks weren’t exactly flying. They called it quits pretty quickly.
Drumroll Please...The Unlikely Success Story!
Okay, brace yourselves. Because against all odds, one couple from Season 1 is STILL together. Yes, you read that right.
It's *the* Jamie Otis and Doug Hehner! The ones who started with zero attraction and a whole lot of awkwardness.
I know, I know. It's shocking. It's like finding a unicorn that also bakes cookies. But they have beaten all odds and remain a glowing success story from season 1.
My (Slightly Unpopular) Opinion
Here's the thing: I think Jamie and Doug worked because they were both willing to work. They weren't afraid to be vulnerable and honest.
Maybe the lack of initial attraction actually helped them. They had to build a relationship on something deeper than just physical attraction. I think that is key!
They've also been super open about their struggles, which I appreciate. No one's perfect, and marriage definitely isn't always sunshine and roses.
Look, I'm not saying arranged marriage is the answer. (Although, maybe my grandma was onto something…). But maybe, just maybe, focusing on compatibility over instant sparks isn't such a bad idea.
Honestly, I think their success is partly due to low expectations. When you start with nothing, every little victory feels huge!
Where Are They Now?
Jamie and Doug are now parents and are still going strong. They even have a successful podcast and openly share their struggles with the world.
They've become the poster couple for making the whole Married at First Sight thing actually work. Hats off to them.
So, next time you're binge-watching MAFS and rolling your eyes at the latest disastrous pairings, remember Jamie and Doug. There's always a chance for a happily ever after... even if it starts with zero attraction and a whole lot of awkwardness. Isn’t that something?
