The latest episode of Married at First Sight Australia, which aired on March 17, 2025, showcased the significant departure of Veronica and Eliot. After encountering ongoing conflicts, both individuals decided to exit the experiment, concluding their journey together in the series.
In a candid interview with 9Entertainment, Veronica opened up about her relationship challenges with Eliot. She expressed her frustration, saying:
“He was just a bit stiff, and he didn’t really give me anything. It was like drawing blood from a stone with Eliot.”
The tension escalated when Eliot discovered, during a dinner party, that Veronica had met with his ex-wife, Lauren, without informing him. This revelation further strained their already fragile relationship. Reflecting on her experiences:
“When I initially started to see signs of Eliot’s true colours, I was looking for someone who had also experienced him,”Veronica shared.
The Struggles of Veronica and Eliot
Throughout their participation in Married at First Sight Australia, Veronica and Eliot faced considerable difficulties in building a connection. Veronica highlighted that Eliot’s reserved demeanor hindered them from forming a meaningful bond.
She articulated her struggle, comparing their communication to “drawing blood from a stone,”as their differences became increasingly apparent despite attempts to bridge the gap.
Upon learning about Veronica’s secret meeting with Lauren, Eliot responded with dismay:
“I had no idea they met for margaritas until it came out in front of everyone,”he stated.
Veronica justified her choice, indicating a desire to better understand Eliot by speaking with someone who once shared a life with him:
“No one else in the experiment had met him – she was married to him, she had the opportunity to meet friends and family,”she noted.
The recurring disagreements led both Veronica and Eliot to the mutual decision to exit the show, recognizing that their differences were insurmountable.
Eliot’s Insights on the Relationship’s Demise
Eliot shared his perspective regarding their troubled relationship, specifically pinpointing the moment he realized their marriage was beyond saving. He mentioned that Veronica’s decision to engage with his ex-wife was a tipping point for him:
“That was the moment I knew things wouldn’t work,”he described.
Although Eliot admitted they faced issues prior to this incident, he felt their marriage could have succeeded if personal boundaries had been respected:
“I understand wanting to get to know me better, but going to my ex-wife behind my back? That was too much,”he reflected.
Ultimately, both Veronica and Eliot affirmed that departing from the Married at First Sight Australia experiment was the correct choice, mirroring the recent exit of Lauren and Clint, who similarly chose to leave the show.
Additionally, the episode highlighted other noteworthy moments, such as Dave’s first meeting with Jamie’s sister, Georgia, who scrutinized his commitment. Tensions flared again between Adrian and Cleo in Perth, while Jacqui and Ryan continued to clash over minor disagreements. Paul also had a significant encounter with Carina’s family.
As the remaining couples navigate their high-stakes relationships, recent episodes suggest that further conflicts are likely at the upcoming Dinner Party.
Married at First Sight Australia airs on Channel 9 and is available to stream on 9Now, with episodes released every Tuesday and Wednesday at 7:30 pm.