Married at First Sighthas paired numerous strangers together in legally binding marriages.
After an extensive interview process, the hopeful singles are matched by a set of experts.
This dating show with a twist is responsible formultiple lasting marriages.
There are even children who have been born as a result of theseMarried at First Sightunions.
And for more than a few pairs, they never find that spark needed to ignite any passion.
Needless to say, this has resulted in many awkward kisses over the years.
Here are some lip-locks that proved to be cringeworthy for couples and viewers alike.
Although she was filled with doubts, Karen made it down the aisle.
Eventually, nerves got the best of her, andshe wound up cryingat the altar.
When it came time to kiss, Miles politely asked, “May I?”
to which Karen said, “Cheek.”
The result is a short peck, giving off major hesitation vibes from the bride.
Throughout their honeymoon, Karen resisted lip-locking with her hubby.
When thegroom first sawStephanie, he could not take his eyes off his blushing bride.
And during their wedding photo shoot, the CEO could not keep his lips off of the financial consultant.
In an interview withLifetime, Stephanie dished on how they keep the sparks flying.
“So we’ve been making sure we do nice things for each other around the house.
… And then sometimes we’ll do a little romantic dinner on the balcony.”
Clearly, Stephanie and AJ’s first kiss was a hint at the romance that would grow between them.
“Their first kissappeared romantic, with Zach asking, “May I?”
while pulling her close.
But that first kiss was more uncomfortable than viewers might have thought.
On their honeymoon, Zach admitted there was no spark during that first kiss.
After observing the other couples, Mindy realized they were lagging behind in the intimacy department.
When they returned to D.C., Zach refused to cohabitate andMindy discoveredhe’d been texting her friend.
Therefore, it was no surprise when the couple decided tocall it quitson Decision Day.
As apparent on their wedding day, the radiant bride seemed committed to making it work.
“This is really awkward being this affectionate in front of my family,” he said.
On the show’sDecision Day, the newlyweds decided to stay married.
Before that episode premiered, in April 2018,Peoplereported that she was pregnant.
In an interview withThe List, Jamie reflected on her overreaction during her wedding day.
Over a romantic dinner, they finally sharedtheir first kiss.
In fact, theMarried at First Sightbride admitted she was immediately smitten.
Therefore, it was no surprise when the pair passionately kissed at the altar.
What’s the matter with you?”
Seeming to share the same sentiment, Nate’s dad also reacted to the PDA by making a face.
Nate and Sheila’s honeymoon foreshadowed impending doom, as they begantheir pattern of arguingin front of the cameras.
“He was dishonest and there were women throughout our ENTIRE marriage,” she claimed (viaPeople).
Clearly a passionate kiss however awkward it may have been is not always a mark of a great relationship.
Still during a fun-filled ferris wheel ride, David decided to make the first move.
As he bravely leaned, Ashley turned her head, resulting in acheek peck.
“Really, not even a kiss on date night?”
he asked, defeated.
“I did,” she replied.
“That wasn’t a kiss,” he responded.
OnUnfiltered, David, a software exec, spoke about their eventual first kiss.
“It was a big step for us.
Ashley cited the fact that her husband had texted another woman as part of the reason for the breakup.
as he unenthusiastically planted a forced kiss on the social worker.
Not exactly a reaction you’d want to hear from your new spouse.
“The way they handle certain situations.
The way we generally interact on a person-to-person level.
It’s a constant roller coaster of emotions,” the property manager said.
The tutoring club owner seemed extremely giddy about the woman the experts had found for him.
Obviously embarrassed, Tristan responded with nervous laughter.
His uncle even weighed in on the awkward situation, saying, “She didn’t kiss him.
I didn’t like that.”
Seems like their awkward kiss onMarried at First Sightwas a bad omen.
