'Married at First Sight' Season 17: Who is Orion M? Navajo groom seeks 'coming together of two souls' in marriage

It does not matter to Orion whether his potential spouse identifies as queer or straight
'Married at First Sight' season 17 groom Orion seeks a soul connection with his bride Lauren (@mafslifetime/Instagram)
'Married at First Sight' season 17 groom Orion seeks a soul connection with his bride Lauren (@mafslifetime/Instagram)

DENVER COLORADO: What sets 'Married At First Sight' Season 17 star Orion apart from the others is that he is of Navajo lineage and traces his roots far back to the historic clan.

The Lifetime show, which premieres on Wednesday, October 18, at 8 pm ET, will bring him face to face with Lauren, and together they must decide whether they wish to live their lives together after literally being married at first sight.

The show is set in a scenic ski resort town in the vicinity of Denver. 


 
 
 
 
 
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The recently released special episode 'Kicking Off Denver' sheds light on Orion's personal choices and his perspective on life.

According to him, marriage is a union between two souls, bringing together masculine and feminine halves and binding them together into a matrimonial whole. It is this soul connection that he aspires to and this is what brought him under the reality show's roof. 

 What is the kind of partner Orion is looking for?

Orion seeks to rise above man-made barriers and segregation. It does not matter whether his potential spouse identifies as queer or straight. He expects a partner who shall go all the way with him in exploring their curiosities together.

He doesn't wish to live a life bound by limitations or restrictions. In regard to exploring new experiences, Orion himself has gone on dates with other men, though in his own words, he is not gay. 

Host Kevin Frazier and other panelists discuss Orion M.'s profile (YouTube/Lifetime)
Host Kevin Frazier and other panelists discuss Orion's profile (@Lifetime/YouTube)

Who is Orion's partner on 'Married at First Sight' Season 17? 

Orion will be holding the hand of his partner Lauren while walking down the aisle and repeating the vows together at the altar on the show. 

When and where to watch 'Married at First Sight' Season 17?

Fans of 'Married At First Sight' Season 17 can watch the show right from its premiere on Wednesday, October 18, at 8 pm ET on Lifetime. The episodes will also be available for streaming on Sling TV and FuboTV. 

What is expected to happen on 'Married at First Sight' season 17?

The show guarantees captivating discussions and intense moments arising from the differing expectations of the bride and groom. Getting married at first sight is a serious matter, and couples will continuously question the wisdom of their choice until the very end.

'Married at First Sight' premieres on Wednesday, October 18, at 8 pm ET on Lifetime. 

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