Who is Myrla? 'Married at First Sight' star wants stability and love in her relationship

Myrla has dealt with her fair share of hardship and now she's ready for a bright and loving future
Myrla on 'Married at First Sight' (Instagram/ @mafslifetime)
Myrla on 'Married at First Sight' (Instagram/ @mafslifetime)

It's impossible to find someone similar to you in every aspect. However, when it comes to relationships, it's all about finding a person who is open to enjoying the things that you do and, more importantly, is on the same wavelength as you are. Relationships are most certainly a process, one that gets better and grows over time. But for the couples of 'Married at First Sight', time is of the essence, seeing that they tie the knot within minutes of first meeting each other!

The franchise so far has had an interesting 12 seasons -- the previous season saw a few couples find their true love, while for others, it ended in divorce. Those who are part of the 'MAFS' alumni have even gone on to start families and have kids, proving that the format does have its own success rate. Now, the season 13 contestants are here to put that to the test, as they all gear up to tie the knot in the hope of falling in love with a stranger twho could possibly be their soul mate!

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Who is Myrla?

Myrla, 34, is from South Texas, where she grew up. Her bio states that she comes from humble roots and is currently a leadership coach. Myrla has a lot of faith in what the experts do, seeing that her own career has allowed her to understand the nuances of the vetting process and the choices made by the panel.

This has led her to believe that she will undoubtedly find the right partner on the show.

What is Myrla looking for in her future husband?

Myrla is looking for an ambitious, caring, confident, faithful, and loving man when it comes to her partner. As reported by Monsters and Critics, Myrla has gone through her own fair share of hard times, having dealt with past traumas. Growing up in a home with domestic violence, she wants to create a peaceful and loving life, unlike the one she experienced as a child.

She has addressed her trauma, especially domestic violence and food insecurity. She has turned it into a driving force to create a future for herself where these cycles are not repeated. She has also been open about her vulnerability, stating that she doesn't want a relationship where she puts in time, energy and effort, only to have her husband walk away at the end.

Who have the experts paired her up with?

The expert panels have paired Myrla with Gil, a 35-year-old firefighter from Colombia. Gil's bio mentions that he is rather keen on starting a family and as a hopeless romantic, wants to build a loving relationship with his partner.

They seem like a great match on paper; we have our fingers crossed! 

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

'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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