Married at First Sight USA suffered a mass cast exit at the end of Season 19, which is currently airing on E413:27, 21 May 2026Three Married at First Sight experts have left the show at the same time.Channel 4 is currently airing the American version of the dating experiment, which sees strangers from across the country putting their hearts on the line.Season 19 is set in Austin, Texas, where over 105,000 singles applied for a spot on the series. Only five couples were ultimately selected for this season, including one duo who met almost a decade before getting married on the show.The USA version features a trio of experts, including Pastor Cal Roberson, sociologist Dr. Pepper Schwartz and psychotherapist Dr. Pia Holec.This season first aired in America in October 2025, with the reunion dropping in November. Following its broadcast, show bosses confirmed that the MAFS panel would not be returning for the 20th series.Why did MAFS USA experts leave the show?The show's production company, Kinetic Content, revealed they were taking a new direction back in January.It seems they are simply shaking up the panel, in line with the show's recent move from American network Lifetime to streaming service Peacock."We’re thrilled to be embarking on a brand new chapter of the ‘MAFS’ journey with our partners at Peacock. We’re excited for the future and honoured to have worked alongside Dr. Pepper, Pastor Cal, and Dr. Pia," Kinetic founder Chris Coelen told Variety.Coelen added: "Dr. Pepper has been with us from the beginning and Pastor Cal joined us shortly thereafter; their unwavering wisdom, insight, and passion has been a guiding light for us throughout the seasons."Dr Schwartz is the longest-standing member of the panel, having been part of the show since Season 1. She is a sexologist and professor of sociology at the University of Washington.Article continues belowWhen her exit was announced, she said: "As I step away, I do so with immense pride in what this franchise has accomplished and deep confidence in its future."I leave this post with gratitude and optimism, knowing that the foundation we’ve built will continue to evolve and inspire."Married at First Sight USA continues on E4 tonight at 8pm
Married at First Sight USA experts' mass show exit explained
Married at First Sight USA suffered a mass cast exit at the end of Season 19, which is currently airing on E4












