We've spent the majority of this week hastily getting to know all the new Married At First Sight brides and grooms before we're suddenly bombarded with a dozen or so brand new Big Brother housemates we're paid to obsess over here at heat Towers. It's a hard job, but somebody's got to do it.
One of those MAFS UK 2025 brides is Leigh Harris. Okay, before we go any further, MAFS spoilers ahead...
Leigh has been matched with Leah Marie Tyrer from Liverpool. Unfortunately, their relationship quickly became tense and akws after Leigh expressed discomfort and uncertainty after meeting Leah for the first time at the the altar - and she was not subtle).
Specifically, Leigh admitted Leah's more 'femme' presentation didn't match her preference for someone with more 'masculine energy'.
Leah, in turn, admitted to feeling apprehensive about the pairing by the experts, despite clearly being attracted to Leigh. So awks.
During their wedding and accompanying photo shoot, Leigh refused to kiss Leah (even on the cheek) and stressed that she wanted to spend the wedding night alone. This behaviour was seen by many viewers as 'cold' and dismissive, leading to a fair bit of social media backlash against Leigh – although boundary setting from day one as you navigate new feelings? Seems valid to us.
It's early days, everyone, so here's everything we know about Leigh so far...
Who is Leigh Harris?
Leigh is one of the OG brides on Married At First Sight UK 2025.
How old is Leigh Harris?
She is 30 years old.
Where is Leigh Harris from?
Leigh is from Romford.
What does Leigh Harris do for a living?
She is a NHS Clinical Coder. Queen.
Who is Leigh Harris married to on Married At First Sight?
Leigh has been matched with Leah, a 35-year-old business owner from Liverpool.
How long has Leigh Harris been single?
She has been single for around a year. Previously engaged, Leigh was apparently left heartbroken and lost all of her confidence.
What else do I need to know about Leigh Harris?
Well, according to MAFS bosses, Leigh is a self-proclaimed girly-girl who loves getting glam and dressed up. But don’t let that fool you as she has a passionate feisty side and is not afraid to speak her mind when challenged.
Is Leigh Harris on Instagram?
You can follow Leigh at @leighharrisx.
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Ben Pulsford is a digital writer and producer at Bauer Media, creating content for Closer online and heatworld. Beyond his journalism, he dazzles as London drag queen Beary Poppins, co-hosting the Spill the Fizz podcast with Traitors series 2 star Diane Carson. If RuPaul asked grown-up Ben what he’d say to his seven-year-old self, it would be: 'Don’t worry, you grow up to score the gayest jobs on the planet — so hang in there, you little legend.'