‘Married at First Sight’: 5 Key Moments from ‘Hello, Stranger’ (RECAP)
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[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for Married at First Sight, Season 12, Episode 2, “Hello, Stranger.”]
Wedding bells are ringing for most of Married at First Sight‘s Season 12 couples in the latest episode, “Hello, Stranger.”
Coming face-to-face with their new spouses for the first time, three out of four pairs become man and wife in this jam-packed episode. Below, we break down the pre-nuptial dramas and altar surprises so beware of spoilers ahead.
Clara & Ryan
Lifetime
Clara and Ryan are the first couple up to bat and once their views are clear, they’re both pleased to finally make each others’ acquaintance. Sharing some deeply personal vows with on another, Ryan tells Clara she’s always been with him in heart and mind, bringing tears to her eyes.
After sharing a kiss and walking down the aisle together, Clara and Ryan’s nerves are obvious in their initial banter. Clara learns her new last name is Oubre and opens up about her biggest fear, which is that she’ll fall in love and Ryan won’t return her feelings. Talk about being put on the spot.
Virginia & Erik
Lifetime
Second in the lineup are partier Virginia and pilot Erik who prepare for their wedding with friends and family before meeting at the altar. Erik’s friends discuss his past, including his first marriage, and he clarifies that to him this wedding is really his first, as he didn’t even wear a ring in his previous relationship, which was a marriage of convenience. Virginia, on the other hand, begins nursing her bachelorette party hangover by tossing back some shots, settling down enough (we bet) to walk down the aisle.
Giggly throughout the vows, Virginia isn’t shy about showing her affection, leaning in without a second thought for her and Erik’s first kiss. The kisses continue after they’re finally alone together and share their first conversation. She jokes about how she packed a cooler for her room, and hits up the bar again as they gear up for photos. Virginia’s aggressive affection isn’t lost on Erik, who notes her intensity during a testimonial clip.
Briana & Vincent
Lifetime
Briana and Vincent are the third couple to say “I do,” and they receive some reassuring words from their families and friends before the big moment. As Briana’s mother talks about how proud she is of her daughter going after the love she thinks she deserves, Vincent prays with his friends. Once they meet at the altar, Briana and Vincent’s attraction towards each other is obvious in their wide smiles. Although Briana’s family warns Vincent that she’s the boss now, it doesn’t seem to deter his certainty in the union.
Once they have time alone together, Briana and Vincent quickly become very comfortable with one another.
The Festivities
(Credit: Lifetime)
Now it’s time for the party portion of their big days. While Virginia can’t seem to keep her lips from new hubby Erik, he seems alarmed by the fact that she’s clearly a party animal. Meanwhile, Vincent’s fears about how his career as a car broker will be received are put at ease when Briana says she’s impressed with his work.
And despite an instant connection at the altar and a shared interest in political science, Ryan seems to grow wary of Clara when she gets candid about her distaste for the make up and hair job she’s received. Through all of this, the couples hear from their family and friends as speeches reveal more about their personalities.
Paige & Chris
Lifetime
In a tease ahead of Episode 3, Paige and Chris prepare for their wedding. She’s more excited than ever to be meeting her groom, whereas Chris is more concerned about his looks, hoping he has the right swag for his new wife. His grandparents are there by his side to show their support as Paige receives a gift from Chris in her hotel room. She takes the infinity pendant necklace as a sign from god as she has an infinity symbol tattoo. Things get spiritual as prayers are said on both sides, and the impending spouses prepare for their big walk. Don’t miss how things turn out in next week’s episode.
Married at First Sight, Wednesdays, 8/7c, Lifetime
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The experts really blew it coupling Virginia with Erik. She shouldn't be getting married. She should be seeing a substance abuse counselor! None of her footage indicated a mature girl being serious about marriage. She double-downed on her partying ways. So, why oh why would the experts do that to Erik?! Virginia is a hot mess. I was embarrassed for her watching that trainwreck of a wedding. She's pathetic.
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I totally agree with you. Virginia is very immature and is going to make Erik miserable if they stay married. She is Trouble with a capital T, and she is already disrespectful toward Erik. What is wrong with these "experts"? Really? That is a terrible match. It's so obvious and I'm no expert!
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Virginia has too many signs of someone with substance abuse issues… bringing a “cooler” to the venue to take the edge off? Stating she needs a “shot” before walking down the aisle? This sounds a lot like alcohol dependence. However, with this level of dependence it won’t take Erik long to figure it out and decide how to proceed. He seems like a reasonably level headed guy. Also, don’t worry too much about Erik, this national exposure may be just what he needs to find Miss Right.
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Virginia is a sweet girl, but they are not compatible at all.
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Boy, do I ever agree with you. What were they thinking. I think Virginia acts like a drunk. He seems like a nice guy. Why would they choose Chris for anyone. I think he needs to go to sexual rehab. I feel sorry for Paige. He was so disrespectful when he was looking over her body and then talking about his pleasures. I hope she sees him for what he is and I’m not happy with the experts for pairing them.
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Amen to that! She's a party girl .... Not a wife
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Chris is so immature. He's just like his dad. They both are talking about WHAT IF his new bride is "ugly." Really?! Have those two bugga bears looked in the mirror lately?!
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He is too shallow and immature. I expect that from a teenager, not a grown man.
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Precisely!!!
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Haha 😂
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U got that right all they care about is if she is Ugly and she is Adorable I do feel Sorry for her because she is a really Sweet Girl, I hope they work things out and he changes his way about looks and learns their is so much more then just Looks...
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Lol he don’t deserve her
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The experts should couple Erik with the ice skating coach from last season who had the pretty boy workout guy who never moved in with her.
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Clara loves the sound of her own voice. She wonders why she's always the bridesmaid and never the bride. All she has to do is watch the footage from her wedding and she'll find her answer. Her behavior is off-putting. No man wants a woman with diahrea of the mouth. She's always "ON." She needs some self-awareness, or she won't be married for long. She's exhausting!
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I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Briana and Vincent together!!! They're the only couple I think will make it. In my best Chandler Bing voice. . .Could they BE any cuter?!!!
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Clara/Ryan,
Clara seems to be a little talker, it just might be a problem for Ryan.
Virginia/Erik,
I feel he will try and do the best he can, but the age difference and her drinking is ridiculous, he’s laid back she wild and young acting, laughing at everything 😳 so annoying.
Brianna/Vincent,
Seems to be a very good match, both seems classy
Paige/Chris,
For some reason I don’t see him being attractive to her, he’s so materialistic, he’s to busy worrying about how someone looks 😳
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What were the experts thinking? I cannot stand Virginia. She is a drunk. Eric deserves better and the experts should have seen this.
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Experts - how could you possibly have thought that Virginia and Erik should be matched?????
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Yes to that. Another sad set up like they did to that poor girl skater. 👎🏽
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Clara and Ryan seem to get along okay and Briana seems very happy with Vincent, but I see definite problems with Virginia and Erik. She does not seem ready to be married. Just my opinion so far!
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Agreed - The pairing of Viriginia and Erik is NOT a good match. I mean the girl has a very friendly & sweet personality but the drinking is too much even in front of her in-laws for the first time. She obviously doesn't have self-control or realizes how she is behaving. I hate to say this but I can see trouble heading towards their marriage!
I think the rest of 3 couples rejoiced nicely together SO far.
I'm not to crazy about Chris and Paige. She seems like a nice, All-American girl who knows what she wants. Chris does not seem to be ready for marriage as his immaturity may cause issues in their relationship.
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I wonder if her partying ways never came up, or if she lied about it to the experts. Girl didnt even do much with her hair. I feel sad for Eric. He really wanted this. To her, it is just another party event, she is an alcoholic, and very immature.
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His mother seemed very disappointed, she was looking at her very keenly.
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Chris looks like Eddie Murphy back in the day on SNL when he did that James Brown skit about gettin' in the Hot Tub!
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Chris should be matched with the pretty boy who never moved in with the nice ice skating rink coach. He's not ugly. That's all Chris is looking for in a partner. I don't think he'd care that he got a little extra somethin' somethin' in the pairing.
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Virginia couldn’t even tone it down for the wedding? I think she has a drinking problem. So unfair to do that to Erik
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Erik....walk away NOW! He needs a nice conservative girl...why did the experts match them!!??
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I don’t think the marriage will last! She’s too much of a drinker!
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Agree with Virginia she was so disgusting laughing and drinking seems all she can do. Eric really deserves better.
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Claire/Ryan
I really liked Claire the first episode so I am hoping her talking is just nerves from being married to a stranger. They are my favorite couple!
Brianna/Vincent
I love them but I am a little worried about Vincent being a player..we will see.
Erik/Virginia
Now they are just wrong to do this to him! She will be in jail or rehab in a few years!
Chris is annoying and ugly and he is honestly saying he wants nothing but a pretty girl? Pshh boy bye!!
What is up with this season and both the white mean having super greasy hair, nasty!
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Can Ryan please get a decent HAIR CUT! Can't stand the grease!!!!!
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I’m starting to question if the experts intentionally put one couple together they know are doomed to fail for ratings. This season it seems to be Erik and Virginia. He’s looking fo a forever partner and she is looking for her next party with lots of alcohol.
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Virginia was clearly drunk at the wedding and acting like an idiot. Erik’s mom was not vibing with Virginia at all! The look on her face was priceless when Virginia kept kissing Erik nonstop.
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Well I think Vincent and Briana seem like a great and adorable match. Clara and Ryan pretty good match if Ryan doesn’t get annoyed with too much talking. I think they could be great. At first glance I’m thinking poor Erik, why did they put him with Virginia , ugh all the drinking. . But when I think deeper ..may be judging to early here, I’m thinking she does say she wants to be married so much and I believe she really needs someone to show her love. Maybe all the drinking is her way to deal with feeling alone and the wedding being so nervous and yes so young. I’m going to hold my vote and watch a little more. If she really falls for Erik she may really cut back on drinking and be happy just to be with him and not all the partying. Some people do sometimes do an180 with the right person. Chris and Paige. Poor Paige. Seems like problems from the start . Funny how nobody mentions the other couple. They seem kinda dull. What’s their names I don’t even remember .
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Brianna and Vincent seem like a nice couple but I hope she don’t be to controlling / Bossy I know it not her intentions but it’s seems like it natural for her and the reason I’m saying this is because on the wedding night he wanted to do things the way he felt and she changed it small signs can lead into big ones I’m just saying I really want them to make it
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I think Lifetime should create a pillow talk like show that they premier at the end of the season that shows the couple's watching the entire show over for the first time and commenting on it.
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Brianna and Vincent are my favorite couple. I see them making it. I hope so!
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