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Ryan de Nino, Former “Married at First Sight” Star, Dies Suddenly at 40
8/15/2026, 11:38:31 AM
Sudden Death Reported
A family member informed TMZ that Ryan de Nino died “suddenly” in New Jersey earlier this week. The family has declined to release further details about the circumstances of his death. Both TMZ and Page Six confirmed that de Nino was 40 years old at the time of his passing.
Reality-TV Background and Prior Legal Issues
De Nino entered the public eye in 2015 when he appeared on Season 2 of Lifetime’s “Married at First Sight.” At the time he was described as a 29-year-old businessman and was paired with Jessica Castro; the couple married on-the-spot and chose to remain together on Decision Day. Their marriage dissolved shortly after the season aired, and they divorced in 2015. In June 2015, Castro filed a restraining order alleging that de Nino had made death threats toward her and her family. The show’s producer, Kinetic Content, issued a statement at the time indicating that both participants were offered after-care resources.
Reactions from Family and Ex-Spouse
Jessica Castro, who has had no contact with de Nino for years, released a statement to Page Six offering condolences to his family and wishing him peace.
Public Record Summary
- Age at death: 40
- Location of death: New Jersey (family did not disclose specifics)
- Reality-TV appearance: Season 2 of “Married at First Sight” (2015)
- Legal history: 2015 restraining order filed by Castro alleging threats; no further legal actions reported.
The announcement of de Nino’s death adds a final chapter to a public narrative that began with his televised marriage and was later marked by legal disputes and personal separation.
