Here are the 14 new singles who’ve agreed to marry someone they’ve never met.

Peacock’s* Married at First Sight *season 20 cast reveal and first look at their weddings (exclusive)

Here are the 14 new singles who’ve agreed to marry someone they’ve never met.

By Leigh Blickley

July 8, 2026 3:00 p.m. ET

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Courteney Landis and Nick Unlenhuth on ‘Married at First Sight’. Credit:

- *Married at First Sight* has a new cast of couples for season 20.

- Airing on Peacock, the show will follow 14 strangers as they marry someone before ever meeting them.

- *Married at First Sight *season 20 premieres on July 12.

*Married at First Sight** *is back for season 20 with a new batch of couples.

* *is exclusively revealing the 14 strangers who have agreed to get married to someone the moment they meet them at the altar. And from the first look photos of their weddings, it appears some love matches may have sparked.

The new season of the Peacock reality series will feature seven couples in Seattle, who will navigate the emotional highs and lows of the experiment before reaching Decision Day. (Will they stay married, or end their relationships?)

With romance experts Paul C. Brunson and Dr. Lisa Paz as their matchmakers and guides, the pairings will test their compatibility and family dynamics, and face some marriage hurdles, while deciding if they have a forever kind of love.

As *Love Island USA* comes to an end, *Married at First Sight* season 20 premieres on Sunday, July 12, on Peacock. New episodes will be available to stream weekly on Thursdays. Beginning Thursday, July 16, new installments will drop weekly in multi-episode batches.

Below, see exclusive wedding pictures and meet the couples of *Married at First Sight *season 20.

Adam & Marissa

Adam Dehmlow and Marissa Meyer on ‘Married at First Sight’.

**Adam**,** 31**

Adam has been on a quest to find his wife since he was 19. He’s dated with serious intent since college, exploring every avenue — dating apps, in-person, dating events, even running clubs and group sports — but still has not found the deep, lifelong connection he craves. He truly believes that the *Married at First Sight *emphasis on genuine compatibility could finally lead him to her. Adam feels beyond ready for marriage and can’t wait to build a home, a family, and a legacy with someone equally committed.

Romantic, thoughtful, humble, and affectionate, Adam has been known to surprise partners with extravagant gifts and trips just a few months into dating. He’s a great cook and loves planning surprise dates. He’s also a former Eagle Scout, a classical pianist, an avid snowboarder, and fiercely loyal to those he loves. He’s not just ready for marriage, he is excited for it.

Adam Dehmlow and Marissa Meyer on ‘Married at First Sight’.

**Marissa, 30**

Family means love and support for her, and she seeks a spouse who brings peace, emotional maturity, and stability. She has an amazing career as a program manager at a top Seattle company. She’s mastered the work-hard, play-hard balance and hopes to find a man who shares that same outlook. Now is the perfect time for Marissa to dive into the *Married at First Sight *experiment. She’s ready for marriage because she knows who she is, what she values, and what she’s looking for in a life partner. She’s spent the past few years working on herself and feels truly fulfilled, but she hopes to find that special someone to share her life with. The traditional route hasn’t worked for her, and she wants to meet someone who will be a true teammate.

Adam Dehmlow and Marissa Meyer on ‘Married at First Sight’.

Felipe & Tori

Tori Dahl and Felipe Cruz on ‘Married at First Sight’.

Felipe has been single for four years after a long-term relationship and feels ready to build something lasting. He’s dated intentionally and knows he wants a serious commitment. While he’s had no trouble meeting women, especially at his restaurant, where numbers on receipts have become a running theme, he’s looking for more than surface-level chemistry. He’s tried apps, clubs, and traditional dating, but nothing has stuck. He feels the *Married at First Sight *experiment offers the intentional, all-in approach he’s been craving; a chance to build a genuine partnership from the ground up, just like his parents did.

For Felipe, marriage is about taking two happy lives and creating something even better together. As an atheist, he sees this life as his one shot, and that makes him deeply committed to enjoying it thoroughly with great food, good company, spontaneous travel, and someone by his side to share in all of it.

Tori Dahl and Felipe Cruz on ‘Married at First Sight’.

She feels the timing is finally right for *Married at First Sight*, having learned from four serious relationships and knowing exactly what she wants in a partner. She’s been saving her dream trip to Italy to share with her future husband and looks forward to building lasting memories together. A natural host, Tori loves throwing parties and envisions a future where her husband joins in, especially when it comes to manning the grill during gatherings.

Tori Dahl and Felipe Cruz on ‘Married at First Sight’.

Shawn & Nikki

Nikki Jefferson and Shawn Best on ‘Married at First Sight’.

Shawn’s last relationship ended in October 2024. While it didn’t work out, it taught him the importance of emotional alignment. Dating has been minimal since then, partly because his life is quiet and intentional. Having dedicated so much of his time to education and career, his romantic life often took a back seat. Now, as he nears 50, his priority is finding a partner to share the rest of his life with. He views marriage as a partnership that both people “raise” together — requiring patience, curiosity, and sacrifice. He isn’t afraid to ask for help and believes *Married at First Sight *may be the answer to his prayers.

Nikki Jefferson and Shawn Best on ‘Married at First Sight’.

Nikki’s upbringing gave her both independence and a deep sense of community, surrounded by extended family and support. She’s proud of her Black heritage and the resilience that comes from her Southern family roots, and she carries that strength into everything she does. Nikki is the one who makes people feel seen and safe, creating a strong foundation of love and belonging wherever she goes. Nikki’s last relationship ended six months ago after nearly three years together. It was a hard but clarifying experience that reminded her what she truly wants: a partner who is emotionally present, aligned in values, and willing to build a life together. She’s dated intentionally — everything from dating apps to matchmaking services — and believes the *Married at First Sight* experiment offers a unique opportunity to meet a man equally serious about commitment.

Nikki Jefferson and Shawn Best on ‘Married at First Sight’.

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Cameron & Michelle

Michelle Le and Cameron Mitchell on ‘Married at First Sight’.

**Cameron, 37**

Cameron was raised in an environment where communication, teamwork, and daily acts of care were the norm. That foundation shaped his belief that strong marriages are built through shared effort and showing up for each other every day. Though he’s never had a long-term relationship, Cameron has had several short-term ones. At 37, he’s often the only single person in the room, while most of his friends are married with kids. He’s aware this can lead to assumptions, but his path reflects bold choices and a focus on growth, not missed opportunities. Dating apps have left him feeling burnt out and disillusioned. Rather than continue the endless and fruitless swiping on apps that feel shallow and transactional, he’s turning to the *Married at First Sight* experts to help him find someone who shares his values and is ready for marriage and family.

Michelle Le and Cameron Mitchell on ‘Married at First Sight’.

**Michelle, 28**

Michelle is close with her mom, brother, and cousins, and she shares a bond with her dad through art. She is the oldest of all the cousins and one of the only ones still single. After learning from past relationships and achieving personal goals, Michelle feels ready to balance someone else’s needs with her own and is looking for a life partner with whom she can build a family. She has done a lot of self-work and feels secure. She’s had difficulty dating in Seattle and welcomes the guidance of the *Married at First Sight* experts with open arms. She recently went through her third round of IVF to freeze her eggs and wants to start a family soon with the right person. Michelle has a great career, owns her condo, has a beloved rescue dog, and is emotionally self-aware. She is excited to find a “permanent adventure buddy” who values connection and laughter and wants someone who will mesh with her life and loved ones.

Michelle Lee and Cameron Mitchell on ‘Married at First Sight’.

Nick & Courteney

Courteney Landis and Nick Unlenhuth on ‘Married at First Sight’.

His parents have been married for over 30 years, and as he gets older, he appreciates more and more the incredible bond they share. In a way, though, it’s been a mixed blessing: he often finds himself comparing everyone he dates to them and feeling like no one quite measures up. Nick feels the dating scene has started to make him a bit jaded, and he’s finally ready to admit he needs help. He wants nothing more than to find his person, but the beauty of his parents’ relationship, combined with his own picky tendencies, keeps getting in the way. Nick isn’t a stranger to committed relationships and has never cheated or been cheated on; ultimately, he just has not found the right person. He’s drawn to the *Married at First Sight *experiment because it will push him out of his comfort zone and help him stop getting in his own way when it comes to finding love.

Courteney Landis and Nick Unlenhuth on ‘Married at First Sight’.

**Courteney, 28**

Family means everything to Courteney. When looking for her future spouse, Courteney pays close attention to how someone values family. Her family isn’t the sit-back-and-relax type — they’re loud, competitive, and always chasing adventure, whether it’s cross-country competitions, concerts, or motocross races. She wouldn’t have it any other way and seeks a spouse who can keep up with that energy. Courteney has checked all the boxes in life and is ready to find her person. She dreams of having a true partner by her side, someone to bring to family gatherings and walk through life with.

Though she’s overjoyed for her younger sister, who seems poised to marry and start a family first, Courteney can’t help but hope for that same dream for herself. She wants the kind of lasting love her parents built together, and she’s willing to risk it all with the help of the *Married at First Sight* experts.

Courteney Landis and Nick Unlenhuth on ‘Married at First Sight’.

Devin & Caitlin

Caitlin Grimm and Devin Short on ‘Married at First Sight’.

Devin believes real family is about loyalty and showing up unconditionally for each other. He has played professional rugby for eight years and recently hit his 75th-game milestone. Devin plans to continue playing for a few more years, then will transition into coaching or building his own rugby academy. He wants a spouse who can be by his side through that journey, someone who understands the grind and the dream. Seeing his teammates’ marriages has shown him that love and career can coexist, and he hopes to find that love for himself soon. Devin admits he’s often been the one holding himself back in relationships, but he’s done with that line of thinking. He believes everything happens for a reason and sees the timing of the *Married at First Sight *experiment as a sign and opportunity to find the love he’s been missing without the typical distractions.

Caitlin Grimm and Devin Short on ‘Married at First Sight’.

**Caitlin, 27**

Caitlin was raised by amazing parents whose lasting, loving marriage showed her exactly what a strong, healthy relationship looks like. They taught her never to settle because soulmates really can find each other. Family is everything to Caitlin. She’s incredibly close with her immediate and extended family, who are loud, fun, and full of life. Now is the perfect time for Caitlin to find her life partner. She’s built a life she loves, complete with career passion and a supportive, close-knit family. The only thing missing is someone to share it all with.

Caitlin believes that, with the help of the *Married at First Sight *experts, she can finally find a man who matches her energy, values, and heart. Caitlin is ready to give her whole heart to her soulmate. She is unafraid of taking risks and putting herself out there to make it happen. She has always dated with intention and keeps an ever-growing list of qualities she desires in her future husband on her phone.

Caitlin Grimm and Devin Short on ‘Married at First Sight’.

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Mecca & BelléJolie

BelléJolie Force and Mecca Amen on ‘Married at First Sight’.

Mecca had a difficult childhood and that shaped his early years and led to acting out in school. However, under the strict guidance of his father, a high school principal, Mecca transformed. He embraces being a “pretty boy” with grit — a blend of charm, humor, and hustle that makes him stand out. After six years of singleness, Mecca has grown, matured, and become emotionally grounded. He now feels fully ready to share life with someone who is equally open and intentional.

For Mecca, marriage is an unbreakable bond. Once he commits, he’s all in — no exit strategy, just growth and loyalty. He views the *Married at First Sight *experiment as the ultimate test of trust and compatibility, and he’s confident the experts can help guide him to the right woman.

BelléJolie Force and Mecca Amen on ‘Married at First Sight’.

**BelléJolie, 28**

Challenges early on taught BelléJolie the true value of family and the importance of sticking together through thick and thin. Spending most of her life in Georgia, she carries a warm Southern spirit that continues to shape who she is today. She refers to her life so far as a true *Cinderella* story, and she wants to find her Prince Charming.

After calling off her engagement in 2021, BelléJolie is ready to find a man who truly values and respects her. Determined and self-assured, BelléJolie is committed to finding the man she deserves and refuses to settle for less. She believes the *Married at First Sight *experiment is the perfect way to find a genuinely compatible life partner so she can finally be the wife and mother she’s always longed to be.

BelléJolie Force and Mecca Amen on ‘Married at First Sight’.

The season 20 premiere of *Married at First Sight* hits Peacock on July 12.

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