London MAFS UK groom issues statement after ‘snobby’ comments

Married at First Sight UK viewers have been left disappointed by one groom.

Married at First Sight favourite Keye Luke has declared ‘I’m not about to apologise’ as viewers slam his conduct.

The London-based reality personality wed Davide Anica, who hails from Portugal, and the pair have been going from strength to strength.

The duo have even professed their love for each other, with audiences convinced they’ll make it past the experiment.

However, last night’s (November 3) instalment has left MAFS supporters questioning things, with many labelling Keye as ‘pretentious’.

With homestays in full swing, Davide brought Keye to his home in Horsham, appearing keen to introduce his daily routine to his new spouse, reports OK!.

But Keye was hardly bowled over by the modest Sussex town.

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When questioned about how it stacks up against London, he quipped: “Well, they have a Greggs and we have a Gail’s [Bakery].”

As Davide later showed his partner around the flat, he highlighted his cleaning supplies.

Keye interpreted this as a subtle dig because “everyone in London has a cleaner”.

The 33-year-old then revealed his genuine feelings about Davide’s more relaxed way of life.

He said: “This home it is very different to my big, glass, modern apartment with a wine fridge and a Thames view.

“It is slightly anxiety-inducing to see how D lives. I couldn’t live the lifestyle that I love here,” Keye continued.

Subsequent scenes depicted Davide treating Keye to a visit to a cat café, but that also turned sour.

On arriving, Keye remarked: “Would I have rather a dog café? Of course, but I don’t have to take any of them home with me.”

In conversation with the show’s producers, he quipped: “My idea of a surprise is going to get diamonds or maybe a nice glass of champagne, not cats.”

The couple found themselves in a heated disagreement after Keye confessed that he wouldn’t be “overly playful” with Davide’s three cats as he prefers dogs. This tense episode has left viewers disappointed.

One viewer took to Reddit to express their disappointment, writing: “Completely gone off Keye if I’m honest. He’s coming across so snobby and pretentious, does anyone feel the same?”

Many others agreed, with some suggesting that his “mask has well and truly slipped”.

Another viewer commented: “Keye’s true colours are coming out,” while another responded: “And it’s not looking good.”

Now, the E4 star has defended himself on Instagram. Posting on Tuesday (November 4), he stated: “If I came across as entitled, that’s okay.

“I’ve worked hard for everything I have, and I’m not about to apologise for enjoying the beautiful things I’ve built around me. Most of what I say is tongue in cheek and the rest… well that’s just gay sass.”

Keye further clarified that his grumpy demeanour at the cat café was partly due to the fact that Davide’s three pets were residing with his ex at the time, making the date somewhat awkward.

He added: “Being put in a small, dark space after I’d made it very clear that I’m claustrophobic wasn’t exactly my idea of fun.

“Small spaces and feeling trapped send me straight into panic and anxiety mode add to that a strong disliking for cats and you get, well a Keye shutting down.”

The Londoner then added more context, stating: “Those cats were living with his ex-fiancée at the time.

“So, the constant mentions? Not exactly top-tier conversation material for anyone with an ounce of emotional intelligence on a ‘fun’, surprise ‘date’.”

Married at First Sight UK continues on E4 tonight at 9pm