Love Is Blind: Argentina season 1 concluded on November 20, leaving fans curious about the fate of Maria Emilia Melo and Mauricio Zappacosta. The finale featured their last date, bringing their dramatic journey to a close.
Maria Emilia, 41, entered the experiment without anticipating how complicated her experience would become. She initially gravitated toward Marino Morduchowicz, a broadcaster and audiovisual producer, but was ultimately drawn to Mauricio, 42, for his direct and honest nature. Despite feeling Mauricio might not be interested, he made significant efforts to prove his love, even confronting Marino for his “playboy” tendencies. When Marino admitted to a history of cheating, Maria decided to end their connection and chose Mauricio, leading to their engagement.
However, their story didn’t have a fairy tale ending. Shortly after their engagement, Maria and Mauricio broke up.
Mauricio & Maria Emilia’s Journey on Love Is Blind: Argentina
As the oldest couple in the experiment, Maria and Mauricio initially seemed like a perfect match. Both single parents, they bonded over shared life experiences and mature conversations, appearing highly compatible.
But cracks began to show during their honeymoon in Tulum, Mexico. Maria discovered that Mauricio frequently sought validation, which she found off-putting. Mauricio also admitted to other cast members that Maria wasn’t his “type” physically, further straining their relationship.
The Wedding That Wasn’t
Unlike most couples who reached the altar, Maria and Mauricio didn’t exchange vows. At the ceremony, both read heartfelt letters to one another, expressing their love. While Mauricio was ready to commit, Maria ultimately said no.
In a post-wedding confession, Maria explained her decision:
“I think we both know deep down this is for the best. I wish our relationship could’ve worked out, but there’s a quality I know I need in a partner, and it was missing from our relationship.”
Maria shared that she wanted a partner who valued and listened to her, traits she felt Mauricio lacked. She also described a pattern of recurring behavior and a “lack of ownership” on his part that made their relationship unsustainable.
Additionally, Mauricio’s repeated comments about Maria’s appearance and fashion choices left her feeling insecure. Despite her efforts to make the relationship work, Mauricio’s focus on superficial matters and lack of emotional support led Maria to prioritize her own well-being by saying no at the altar.
Are Mauricio & Maria Emilia Still Together?
No, they are not.
While neither has publicly confirmed their separation, all signs suggest that Maria and Mauricio have gone their separate ways. They no longer follow each other on Instagram, and their online activity indicates they’ve moved on with their lives. Maria appears focused on her career and her son, while Mauricio has been working toward his personal goals.
Mauricio has addressed his portrayal on the show, claiming in an Instagram post that he was given a “bad edit” and denying comments attributed to him about Maria’s appearance. He has since pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and continues to expand his unisex clothing brand, Not Ego.
Love Is Blind: Argentina may not have delivered a happily-ever-after for Maria and Mauricio, but their journey highlighted the challenges of finding love in an unconventional experiment.
