MARRIED At First Sight model Brad Skelly was booted from the show after displaying “controlling and coercive” behaviour.
The producers of the E4 series were concerned about his actions towards his wife, teacher Shona Manderson (31).
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Brad Skelly was axed from the show after displaying ‘controlling and coercive’ behavior Credit: Eroteme
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Show spokesperson reveals: ‘The relationship with Shona was becoming toxic’Credit: Eroteme
The disturbing scenes last week prompted domestic abuse charity Women’s Aid to speak out about his behaviour.
A show source told The Sun: “The relationship with Shona was becoming toxic.
“Bosses stepped in before the situation got out of hand.”
In yet-to-be-seen tearful scenes, relationship coach Paul Carrick Brunson tells Skelly, 27, and teacher Shona they have to leave.
Last year, the series’ financial advisor George Roberts.
He has since been arrested for alleged controlling and coercive behavior.
A Channel 4 spokesperson said: “If any relationship on MAFS UK develops in a way that is considered unhealthy, we take expert advice on whether the couple should leave the process.
“That was the case with Brad and Shona. Support is available at all times.”
The “abuse” row erupted last week and viewers demanded producers step in and remove Brad from the show, claiming his behavior towards wife Shoni was “controlling”.
Fans of the E4 hit took to social media to express their anger at the inky reality star after he told Shona to “shut up” and became frustrated when she was upset that other couples didn’t think they were being honest.
Brad took a shot at Shona during dinner tonight, telling her she needed “outside validation,” before telling her to stop talking.
“You have to let it go,” he snapped, not letting her speak.
When Shona then tried to add to the conversation, Brad barked, “Shut up! Shut up!”
His tone elicited a shocked reaction from the experts watching in the next room.
“Ooooh, wow,” said a stunned Mel Schilling.
As the episode ended up airing, however. both Brad and Shona took to social media.
Brad argued that the edit doesn’t tell the whole story.
He shared a picture of himself in bed covering his face, with the caption: “That edit was hard to watch.”
The model also added, “Always remember you’re only seeing clips for drama. Try not to have emotional resistance to a person you’ve never physically sat down and talked to.”
Shona, on the other hand, did not blame the editing but thanked fans for their support.
Responding to one kind fan who sent his love, she said: “Thank you so much. It was hard to watch tonight. I’ll get back to this in the morning. I love you all.”
She also commented that she “feels the love from all of you” in another post to her fans, commenting on “all the support” she has received.
How you can get help
Women’s Aid has the following advice for victims and their families:
- Always keep your phone nearby.
- Get in touch with charities for help, including the Women’s Aid live chat helpline and services such as SupportLine.
- If you are in danger, call 999.
- Learn about the silent solution, by reporting abuse without speaking into the handset, instead of dialing “55”.
- Always have some cash with you, including change for a payphone or bus ticket.
- If you suspect that your partner is about to attack you, try to go to a less risky part of the house – for example, where there is an exit and access to a telephone.
- Avoid the kitchen and garage, where knives or other weapons are likely to be found. Avoid rooms where you could become trapped, such as a bathroom or where you could be locked in a closet or other small space.
If you are a victim of domestic abuse, the SupportLine is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6pm to 8pm on 01708 765200. The charity’s email support service is open weekdays and weekends during a crisis – [email protected].
Women’s Aid offers a live chat service – available weekdays from 8am to 6pm and weekends from 10am to 6pm.
You can also call the free 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247.
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