If you're going to take a chance on love by marrying a complete stranger, why not do it on TV? That must be what the new cast of Married at First Sight UK were thinking when they signed up to join the show.
While we know by now that things don't always work out, in fact there is often chaos, drama, explosive arguments and inter-couple cheating scandals, but sometimes it does. And Ashley is hoping to be one such person this year. He's bored of living his life without someone to share it with and is hoping the experts, Paul C. Brunson, Melanie Schilling and Charlene Douglas, have matched him with the person he's been looking for.
If you want to know more about Ashley then you've come to the right place. Here's the lowdown.
Who is Ashley from Married at First Sight UK?
Ashley is an operations director who works for a marine construction company. He's also spent a lot of time travelling and has a child from a past relationship.
He loves the outdoors and enjoys rugby, surfing, camping and walking and he's looking for someone to go on adventures with.
Where is Ashley from?
Ashley is from Bridgend.
How old is Ashley?
He is 35 years old.
Why did Ashley decide to go on Married at First Sight UK?
After a string of relationships, including one with a former Miss Universe, Ashley is tired of dating and wants to meet someone he can build a life with.
As for his type, he's quite specific. Ashley has asked the experts to find him someone with blonde hair, bright eyes and nice teeth. He is also keen to be with someone who goes to the gym.
When is Married at First Sight UK on?
MAFS UK returns on Monday 15 September and it's likely it will air as usual at 9pm on E4. It will also be available to stream on Channel 4.
Nikki Peach is a writer at Grazia UK, working across entertainment, TV and news. She has also written for the i, i-D and the New Statesman Media Group and covers all things pop culture for Grazia (treating high and lowbrow with equal respect).