'Married at First Sight' Season 17: Who is Lauren G.? 'Gender-fluid' bride hates being labeled down

'Married at First Sight' Season 17 contestant and bride Lauren G. speaks at length about herself and her take on life
PUBLISHED OCT 18, 2023
'Married at First Sight' Season 17 bride and contestant Lauren G. expects to find the perfect husband (YouTube/Lifetime)
'Married at First Sight' Season 17 bride and contestant Lauren G. expects to find the perfect husband (YouTube/Lifetime)

DENVER, COLORADO: Lauren G. is among the five brides featured on Lifetime's popular show 'Married At First Sight' Season 17.

She eagerly anticipates discovering if she'll meet the love of her dreams and potentially marry or if she'll be recovering from the throes of a failed marriage. The stakes are elevated as the show hinges on her ability to fall in love at first sight with a stranger.


 
 
 
 
 
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As 'Married at First Sight' gets ready for its premiere on October 18, 2023, at 8 PM ET, fans are curious about Lauren and her take on things.

In a previously aired exclusive special episode of the show titled 'Kicking Off Denver', Lauren shared her thoughts and beliefs on life. She even opened up about her idea of sexuality. Lauren sees herself as someone who is gender fluid and dislikes being labeled into watertight categories.  

Lauren believes that stereotypical assumptions can only get us so far and mentioned that she loves both men and women. She would, however, want to tie the knot with a man. 

Lauren G. with her partner Orion M. (Kelsey Huffer/Poppy & Co.)
Lauren G. with her partner Orion M. (Kelsey Huffer/Poppy & Co.)

What is Lauren G.'s ideal partner type?

Lauren values a partner who is attuned to her needs and respects her choices. She does not believe in judging her partner by his credentials and labels alone.

She would go to any extent to ensure that there is transparency in the relationship. As the show unfolds through its episodes, we will learn more about Lauren's preferred partner type and also find out whether she is able to find the man of her dreams in Orion or not. 

Lauren G. is a Federal Budget Officer (YouTube/Lifetime)
Lauren G. is a Federal Budget Officer (YouTube/Lifetime)

Who is Lauren G.'s partner on 'Married at First Sight' Season 17? 

Lauren will be walking down the aisle with her partner, Orion M., who is of Navajo lineage and traces his roots far back. Lauren G. will be standing before the altar with him. She is fed up with the dating scene in Denver and no longer wishes to be 'disappointed' by the pool of suitors, having high expectations for her soon-to-be husband

What is 'Married at First Sight' about?

'Married At First Sight' is a unique social experiment where five couples are united at the altar, essentially as strangers, and attempt to wed each other.

However, in this new season, only four couples will successfully tie the knot, while a runaway bride and a jilted groom will navigate their own paths.

After the wedding, the couples spend their initial night together before embarking on their honeymoon. As the honeymoon concludes, they confront the crucial decision of whether to continue their marriage or part ways.

Lauren G. describes herself as 'gender-fluid' (YouTube/Lifetime)
Lauren G. describes herself as 'gender-fluid' (YouTube/Lifetime)

What to expect in 'Married at First Sight' season 17?

 The show promises to deliver intriguing conversations and dramatic moments that shall transpire from mismatched set expectations both on the part of the bride and the groom. It is no joke to marry someone right at first sight, and the couples will be left wondering about the merit of their decision till the last moment. 

'Married At First Sight' is set to premiere on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at 8 PM ET on Lifetime, promising an enthralling exploration of these unions.


 

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