'Married at First Sight': Who is Gil? Colombian firefighter wants a wife with 'thunder thighs'

Gil is chasing the American Dream and hopes to find it on this season of 'Married at First Sight'
Gil stars on 'Married at First Sight' (Instagram/ @mafslifetime)
Gil stars on 'Married at First Sight' (Instagram/ @mafslifetime)

For the couples of 'Married at First Sight', trying to form a natural, lasting bond on reality TV is difficult. However, for those couples who are in it for the right reasons and willing to make it work, it's always heartwarming to see things work out.

Over the past 12 seasons, the show has seen a range of people fall both in and out of love. While some couples have gotten along instantly, others have had a rather rocky start. But for those who have stuck by each other, they have created beautiful futures through good times and bad. Now, with Season 13 of the show finally here, a whole new set of couples are ready to start their journey to find love. And among them is 35-year-old Gil.

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Who is Gil?

Gil was born and raised in Colombia. Now, he's chasing after the American dream -- wife, kids, pets and a white picket fence. Gil works as a firefighter. He is passionate about his culture and enjoys salsa dancing, among other things.

He considers himself to be a hopeless romantic. When it comes to love, Gil is ready to settle down and hopes to have someone special that he can shower with love and provide for, as he hopes to share a happy and secure life with them.

What is Gil looking for in his future wife?

When it comes to his partner, Gil is looking for someone who is down-to-earth, nurturing and fun.

Experts believe that Myrla and Gil are a perfect match

Finding the right match can prove to be quite the task, but with Gil and Myrla, the expert panel is sure that they've found a pair that perfectly compliments each other. As reported by Monsters and Critics, the panel believes the two will have great chemistry, seeing that they are both family-oriented and Latinx. They've also expressed how vital attraction and intimacy is to both of them. Gil has his fingers crossed that his future wife will be attractive, with a pretty smile and 'thunder thighs'. 

Myrla and Gil as seen on 'Married at First Sight' (Amber Charles/ Amber Charles Photography)

On a more personal note, they both have had difficult childhoods and have managed to overcome their hardships. For Myrla, having dealt with domestic abuse, it was important to find a man who would never show aggression towards her and the experts believe that Gil's caring and protective side is what she might be looking for. 

'Married at First Sight' Season 13 premieres with a three-hour episode on July 21 at 8 pm ET/PT on Lifetime.

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