‘Married at First Sight: 5 Key Moments From ‘Family & Friends & Feelings, Oh My!’ (RECAP)
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[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for Married at First Sight, Season 13, Episode 8, “Family & Friends & Feelings, Oh My!”]
Married at First Sight continues to see the five matches at the center of Season 13 settle into married life, but there are still some bumps in the road.
In the latest episode, “Family & Friends & Feelings, Oh My!,” housewarming parties, friend and family catchups, and new conflicts are on the docket. Below, we’re breaking down all of the key moments from the pivotal installment, so beware of major spoilers ahead.
Diving Deeper Into Married Life
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The couples continue to deepen their bonds in this episode which features Rachel and Jose on an outing to pick up plants for their home garden, which he seems to have a bigger say in. Meanwhile, Myrla and Gil rip off the metaphorical band-aid and share their current financial statuses with each other. She’s displeased to see that her husband doesn’t have as much money saved for their future as her. Despite this hang-up, the pair also share a sweet moment when they call Gil’s mother and Myrla meets her virtually, for the first time.
Candid Moments
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Many of the cast members also meet up with friends to discuss their young marriages, with Zack mentioning some red flags being raised by Michaela to his pal Jeron. Zack’s worry is that her reaction to their arguments will ultimately lead to their relationship’s demise. As for Ryan, he meets with buddy Fernando to discuss his concerns about Brett’s anxieties, while she meets with her friend Christine and brings up her growing attraction for him.
Bao sits down with her friend Huy to air concerns about Johnny’s dismissive and disconnected attitude, bringing up his break from living in their apartment upon moving in. Despite these qualms, she’s still cautiously optimistic their union will work.
Group Meetups
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The men and women of the season catch up in separate gatherings in which they discuss their housewarming party planning among other things. Some of the biggest revelations from the meetups are Michaela remaining mum on her recent fight with Zack, Gil giving an update on his unchanged kiss status with Myrla, and Johnny’s apprehensions about Bao. The discussion with his fellow newlyweds leads Johnny to break down and Jose tries to calm him down with a little pep talk, but it doesn’t do much to help. When the couples finally reconvene at their homes, Gil fills Myrla in on the drama, sharing that Bao and Johnny are a little shaky at the moment. Johnny opens up about his uncertainties to Bao later that evening, shocking her in the process.
Housewarming Parties
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Kicking off the round of housewarming parties that welcomes friends and families into the newlyweds’ apartments are Rachel and Jose. The event is mostly joyful, but Rachel worries that Jose’s fixation with finances will steamroll her dreams to which his stepmother advises she put her foot down when necessary. Bao and Johnny’s gathering goes off without a hitch despite both of their moods which are rocky following the previous night’s conversation. While Bao tells friends she’s all in, Johnny admits to others he’s only 65 percent in on their relationship as he mulls over their future.
Michaela reveals to viewers she originally wanted to cancel her and Zack’s party, but decided against it, acting normal-ish as she preps for the gathering with friends. Zack airs his worries with friends and Michaela chats with one of Zack’s pals about his past relationships which usually ended for patterns of poor communication. Brett and Ryan take a lighter approach for their party by playing games with their guests but do discuss their growing feelings in separate conversations.
Meanwhile, Gil and Myrla tease each other as guests join them for a laid-back party as finances once again come up. Myrla has a frank conversation with one of Gil’s friends about her money motivations, and Gil presses her friends for info on affection within relationships, learning that Myrla isn’t into PDA.
Post-Party
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Following the parties, Bao and Johnny address the unspoken tensions between them, acknowledging that despite the looming feelings from their prior fight, they’re a good team. The duo even shares a sweet kiss. Things aren’t as lovey-dovey in Zack and Michaela’s apartment where he reveals he’s still upset about their fight and Michaela’s fake-out when it came to possibly canceling the party. He opts to leave for the night so he can clear his head, despite Michaela’s apologies. Can they overcome this hurdle? Only time will tell, so stay tuned for more as Season 13 continues.
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I love Marriage at First Sight. I agree this season is a bust. I do think Zack needs to run fast from crazy Michaela for sure. I think Gil needs to run from Princess Myrla. Marla apartment isn't all of that and she is clowning on Gil apartment. GIL you are too fine to put up with Myrla. Myrla looks are average she is not beautiful. Johnny give Bao a chance.
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Gil has more qualities that money can't buy .Myrla get over yourself.
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I think Season 13 is a complete bust for the experts,
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Like Season 12?
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Zack is sketchy to me. How can it be that all of his failed relationships are his former partners’ faults? Why didn’t the director address why Zachary didn’t answer his phone or respond to texts the morning of his over two hour doggy day care drop off. Zachary seems unable to assume any responsibility for these rough patches. It is suspicious.
Jose is far too controlling and, quite frankly, a bit on the creepy side. Run, Rachel, run.
I like Gil but I don’t think you can build a marriage on back and forth banter. I believe that the fun teasing will turn a bit mean, sooner than later. I can’t quite get a read on Myrla’s love language.
I think Johnny nailed the problem. He isn’t ready for marriage. He seems really emotionally fragile. Bao, on the other hand, seems to demonstrate two different personas - the person she wants to be and the person she really is. I see this most clearly when she relates to the other women.
Ryan concerns me. He presented as a very sensitive man in the early episodes. I’m not really seeing that now. I think Brett is going to come out on the short end of the stick when all is said and done. He is a black and white kind of person and she sees the grey.
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I agree. Also I didn't get Zach saying he tested positive for Covid and sending Michaela home. Who does this? Sketchy! The not responding to her sent her mind wondering. She's too unstable for his ways.
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I think Michela need to run from Zack. Where is he always going over night. Gil Myrla really think she is to good for u.
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I like Rachel and Jose together. Jose is too much. Travel with your wife but put a limit on it. Relax Jose and discuss together how you both can save financially. The other couple needs to try and make it work. I don't think he is all in yet with his red head wife. I forgot their names. But run Zack and take Gil with you.
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I love the show, but falling out of love due to the mismatching and not giving the people what they ask for. I'm tired of people coming on for marriage then deciding they're not ready after things get a little tough.
I'm tired of Johnny's immature whining, and Mryla's stuck-up ways. Those two are getting in the way of their possibilities. I too think Zach is hiding something and Michaela is a bit of a psycho. They will not make it. I'm hopeful for the other two couples but don't think the other three will make it.
If they choose to stay together, they will break up off camera like the last season couples did. I like Gil and think he deserves better.
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I see a twist coming. Myrla likes Girls ... I think. Her friend said he has Never seen her show PDA in the 18 years he has known her. Either that or it's the little talked about "colorism' thing among Hispanics. ijs
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I think Gil is way too good for Myrla. I hope he divorces her ass
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I love the show, but I feel sorry for Gil that he can't even get a kiss and he seems like a good man.
They're going to have to compromise when it comes to money. She's gonna have to curb her spending...like it or not. It's ridiculous to spend so much on shoes and clothes, when they're planning to get a home. Johnny needs to grow up and realize that he's married, and can't just run.
There's a little girl in every woman, and little boy in every man. She's beautiful, and he's not all that.
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My .02 cents only. 1. Bao is precious, and she will be golden. Jonny imay distance himself prematurely in these few weeks. 2. Jose has already sent too many red flags. Enjoy some fun before work/life sets in. Too many rules..she will flee to quiet getaways. 4. Zake and Michaela (sp) both have not realized they are married yet. He s more like 21 and she is 21.5. They will be mad each day for these few weeks. 5. Ryan is holding a lot of weight inside...he s going blow his stack. Brett is definitely vanilla in just about everything..a-z. She needs a little Gin&Juice or Milk&Vodka perhaps. 6. Gil should activate his phones countdown timer & ease out. Dont ask for any more attention or touch from her. 8 weeks of being nice on tv, accumalate & increase your fanbase for any future TV project work. Go down to South America and pick up your new Wife. Okay. Now to Myrla..she has created an monster inside. Not welcoming any type of change except online purchases (shoes, materials). A free wedding, ring, vacation, entertainment, corporate housing, food, etc...BUT nothing but complaints. She is not that pretty if you remove all extra makeup and that attitude is at least 2 chapters long. A mere 1.5 possible sex positions at most. Her rechargeable "bullet" will be her lifetime happiness. * 0% appreciation with free items, so imagine working to please her daily @×@? That "puttycat" ain't that spectacular. Run Gil run!
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It appears that Brett and Ryan are now the front runners for most likely to stay together.
It seems that with a little compromise, Rachel and Jose can be successful.
Johnny is way too immature for Bao.
Michaela needs to get away from Zack. There's a reason he's still single - he can't let anything go
Myrla needs to walk away from Gil. I get the 401K Gil has as a fireman, but not the off shore money.
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I think Gil and Myrla would be a hot couple. But her lack of showing affection to Gil and his poor dog I love that dog he just wants to love her and she's not having it. Anyone who doesn't like dogs especially one as submissive as Hype is not a good person.
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Gil and Mylra, no kiss on the lips yet! She is not into him. Run Gil.
Johnny and Bao, when Johnny seems happy Bao dampens the moment. Johnny is clean and Bao at times doesn't want to shower before going to bed. Bao doesn't seem affectionate. She needs to put some spice at her looks.
Jose and Rachel, jose is far to controlling Rachel is not herself and needs to be true.
Brett and Ryan, they will not last. Brett is not his type. Ryan is not patient or compassionate in helping Brett over come being scared to fly.
Michela and Zach they are never going to last far too many hiccups. I like watching MAFS.
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I have watched MAFS for the last7 seasons and I really like the show or so this season couples are a little messy.
Michaela and Zach OMG, she needs help with her anger issues, but I believe that Zach is seeing someone else. But when she cursed him for leaving, I don't blame Zach for checking out on her, but he needs to communicate his feeling better. However, they both could use some professional help, because she's going to blow up on him again and that's why he doing all that crying. Her folks tried to tell him about that temper! I think they need to divorce before she really goes completely psycho on him!
Brett and Ryan: She is wonderful, and I think he is as well, but sometimes you like someone but you're not IN LIKE with that someone, and I believe this is what going on with those two. I really hope he can see her value, plus she really has fallen for him. Aww. That's got to be a little bit hurtful that he is just not into her, but he respects her, and trying not to hurt her. Two really nice people!
Myrla and Gil: All I can say is WOW, she's going to mess around and lose Gil, what a great he is, however he really needs to stop telling her on decision day he is going to divorce her if they haven't kissed, so she kissed him, so she wants him because she realizes she got the best guy of the season. Myrla said she had been cheated on by her last boyfriend, so she is taking her time which I think is good, but could hurt their relationship.
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I think the counselors need to find new jobs. They're lousy at matching couples, unless all this is intentional drama. If so, it takes class away from the series. I bet none of the couples in season 13...stay together...too much unnecessary drama. The series is starting to suck. I rate it a 2 out of 5.
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I love this show and have watched every season but this, to me, is the most boring thus far. The only couple at this point that I’m rooting for is Gil and Myrla, who seem to be the only honest and straight forward of the bunch. Myrla says what she wants and isn’t swayed over as all the other ones. I love Gil’s reactions to Myrla’s “high maintenance” statements. I cringe when Johnny and Bao come on. They are so wishy-washy. I think Zack needs to take off fast and never look back.
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Myrla needs to make a small step to let Gil know that she can love and be loved. A kiss is the step in the right direction. It has been weeks a small peck will let you both know
we can make it. Just kiss the man🥰
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