Fans of Married at First Sight UK are buzzing with excitement after pinpointing a striking celebrity doppelgänger for controversial groom Steven Springett. The 34-year-old former footballer, who tied the knot with cosmetic dentist Neelima ‘Nelly’ Patel on the show, has been at the center of heated discussions this week. Despite some rocky moments in their marriage, the couple’s decision to stay together during the October 21 commitment ceremony has given fans hope for their future.
However, it’s not just Steven’s journey on the matchmaking show that’s stealing the spotlight. Audiences have been captivated by his uncanny resemblance to a well-known celebrity, sparking a frenzy online. According to OK!, viewers have finally cracked the code on who Steven reminds them of, and the comparison has taken social media by storm.
In a lively Reddit thread, one fan excitedly shared, “Finally I figured out who Steven looks like. I think he looks like former footballer Teddy Sheringham. He is now known in our house as Sheddy Terringham!” The comparison to Teddy Sheringham, the legendary English footballer-turned-manager who played a pivotal role in Manchester United’s iconic 1999 treble (winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League), struck a chord with fans. The nickname “Sheddy Terringham” quickly caught on, with one user declaring, “Yes!! This is spot on, I think he should now be known throughout the [Reddit thread] as Sheddy Terringham – elite!!” Another chimed in, “Omg finally an accurate comparison this one is spot on.”
The resemblance is so undeniable that even Steven himself seems to agree. Last year, the MAFS star took to Instagram, posting a photo of himself with the caption, “Looking like a young Teddy Sheringham.” Fans were quick to validate the comparison, with one noting, “He looks like a few people TBF,” suggesting Steven’s look might evoke multiple familiar faces.
Adding to the intrigue, fellow MAFS bride Julia-Ruth Smith recently stirred the pot by admitting she finds Steven physically attractive. This confession came after weeks of her expressing a lack of attraction to her own husband, Divarni Balogun, further fueling discussions about Steven’s appeal.
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Steven’s backstory adds depth to his time on the show. A former professional footballer for Ebbsfleet United, his sporting career was tragically cut short after a brutal assault. In an interview with the Daily Mail, Steven recounted the harrowing incident, which occurred as he left a nightclub alone. “I fractured my right cheekbone, I’ve damaged my teeth, I’ve got a few scars on my chin. I shattered my nose, so I’ve still got a slight bend in there, but I had reconstructive surgery,” he shared.
As Steven and Nelly continue to navigate their Married at First Sight journey, fans can’t stop talking about his striking resemblance to Teddy Sheringham. With the nickname “Sheddy Terringham” gaining traction, it seems Steven’s celebrity twin has cemented his place in MAFS UK history.