British broadcaster pulls Married at First Sight UK amid rape allegations
Channel 4 has removed all episodes of Married at First Sight UK following serious allegations of rape and non-consensual acts made by former contestants. The allegations were highlighted in a BBC investigation, prompting the broadcaster to take immediate action. An external review of contributor welfare has been commissioned by Channel 4 amid these claims.
- ▪Two women alleged they were raped by their on-screen husbands during filming.
- ▪A third woman claimed she had an abortion following a non-consensual sex act.
- ▪Channel 4 continued to air episodes despite being aware of some allegations.
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