Eliot Donovan's redemption story changes public perception

Eliot Donovan was one of the most controversial contestants on *Married At First Sight (MAFS)*. He soon became known as the "villain" of the season after a rocky start with his first bride. However, his second chance with Veronica Cloherty changed his story. In a recent interview, Eliot spoke about his experience on the show. He felt that viewers did not see his true personality. He mentioned, "I was funny in the beginning, but those jokes didn't make the final edit." He realized that he had approached the match-making process with a checklist mentality, which did not work. When Eliot returned to the show and was paired with Veronica, he aimed to have a fresh start. Their early days together were filled with fun activities that were not shown on screen. However, after their first dinner party, things took a turn. Eliot felt that Veronica quickly decided to view him as the villain. Tensions grew when Veronica formed a friendship with Eliot’s ex-bride. He was blindsided by this alliance and began to feel unsafe. Eliot eventually asked to sleep in another room, stating he felt uncomfortable around her. Eliot also shared his thoughts on Veronica’s portrayal in the show. He claimed that the depiction of their relationship was consistent with how it felt in reality. He emphasized that Veronica never took responsibility for her actions. After departing from the show, Eliot has gained popularity on TikTok for videos that showcase his humorous side. He is enjoying his newfound online community and prefers to avoid dating apps, focusing on self-improvement instead. Eliot expressed interest in returning to *MAFS* if given the opportunity. He also plans to auction off his famous red flag jacket for charity. While he still has friendships from the show, he has moved on from Veronica, stating they do not communicate anymore.