If you needed a little “love really does find a way” energy this week, Davide Anica just delivered it.
The Married at First Sight UK groom has officially introduced his new boyfriend, Nathaniel Painting, after his very public split from Keye Luke.
And yes, the way he revealed the relationship is exactly the kind of soft, romantic montage that makes the group chat go quiet for a second.
A fresh start after the Keye split
Davide was one of the standout grooms on MAFS UK in 2025, where viewers watched him build a relationship with Keye during the experiment.
But after filming ended, their marriage didn’t make it to the happily-ever-after stage.
Davide has said the relationship ended after he discovered Keye had been using a dating app while they were together, which ultimately led to a definite breakup.
Since then, there’s been some back-and-forth in public, with fans watching the post-show fallout play out in real time.
“All this love. No longer a mystery.”
This week, Davide shifted the vibe from heartbreak to healing by posting a festive Instagram montage featuring sweet, everyday moments with Nathaniel.
The clips included cozy outings like golf, fun-fair dates, and travel moments that felt very “we’re building something real” rather than “rebound energy.”
He also shared the caption that basically sent the gays into collective sigh-mode: “All this love. No longer a mystery.”
The airport moment that made everyone melt
One of the biggest aww-moments was an airport greeting that looked like it came straight out of a feel-good rom-com.
Nathaniel surprised Davide with a handmade welcome sign and a sweet message about how “love is everywhere,” which felt like the exact emotional palette cleanser fans needed after the messier parts of the season.
It’s simple, it’s sincere, and it’s the kind of thing that makes you believe in soft launches turning into real relationships.
Who is Nathaniel Painting?
From what’s been shared publicly, Nathaniel is based in Oxford and is described as a travel lover and animal enthusiast.
In other words: the perfect match for a festive montage that’s equal parts cozy and adventurous.
And judging by the energy in Davide’s post, this looks less like a “look who I’m dating” reveal and more like a “look how happy I finally am” moment.
Fans (and celebs) are cheering him on
Support poured into the comments, with fans celebrating Davide’s fresh start and praising the sweet way he shared the relationship.
A few familiar names also popped up showing love, including Chizzy Akudolu and Cat Burns, which only added to the “we love a supported gay romance” vibe.
Even people connected to the MAFS UK universe have defended Davide and the timeline, with castmates backing his right to move forward and be happy.
From reality TV chaos to real-life calm
Reality TV relationships are messy by design, and post-show life can be even messier when the audience keeps watching.
But Davide’s update feels like a gentle reminder that endings can still lead to something genuinely beautiful.
Whether you rooted for him on the show or only know him from the post-season drama, it’s hard not to smile at the idea of him stepping into a calmer, happier chapter with Nathaniel.
And honestly, after all the reality-TV chaos, a little queer joy is exactly what we deserve.
📷 IG: @ daveanica / nate_painting