Farmer Wants a Wife is gearing up to (hopefully) bring us a well-deserved love story for 2025. The four Farmers who will be leading that charge have been confirmed, and it’s time for us to meet them!
Eight farmers were shortlisted in July 2024 to be the leads for the upcoming season, and applicants were encouraged to apply for the one they liked the look of.
Now, the final lineup of 2025 Farmers has been announced—and Corey, Tom, Thomas, and Jarrad will search for a farm wife on the wholesome reality show.
Find out more about the Farmer Wants A Wife Farmers below.
Farmer Jarrad
Farmer Jarrad. Image: Seven.
Farmer Jarrad is 21 years old and describes himself as a “goofy creative”. He lives on a sheep farm outside of Stanthorpe, Queensland.
“I’ll also send you crazy from singing too much,” he says. (I’ve watched his intro reel and can confirm he has a fantastic voice!)
Farmer Thomas
Farmer Thomas. Image: Seven.
Farmer Thomas is a 35-year-old “hardworking and driven farmer” living on a wheat, lentil and barley farm in Kimba, South Australia. He is the oldest of the Farmer Wants A Wife farmers in our 2025 crop.
He’s a whopping 6’4 in height and is looking for someone who is “kind, caring and honest” with their own passions.
Farmer Corey
Farmer Corey. Image: Seven.
Farmer Corey is a 24-year-old working on a beans, hay and cotton farm in Biloela, Queensland. What’s he looking for?
“I’d like to have a partner who is kind and giving and able to enjoy the simple life, the farm and the way we live. I want a team player and a best mate to take on life with.”
Farmer Tom
Farmer Tom. Image: Seven.
Farmer Tom is a 31-year-old sheep farmer from Borambola, New South Wales. He’s keen to find a wife to share his life on the farm with.
Farmer Tom loves Taylor Swift (music) because he’s only human. He’d love to find “someone who looks for positives instead of negatives”.
Friendly reminder: Farmer Wants A WifeAustralia has created 10 marriages and 27 kids (!!!) since it started airing. It’s a much better success rate than Married At First Sight and Love Island, right?
Farmer Wants a Wife 2025 will air after Easter on Channel 7 and 7plus.
Paul Antoine was the very first Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2025 groom to be announced, and we’re unsurprised that he’s a recognisable face.
While ex-The Bachelor contestant Sierah Swepstone was one of the MAFS 2025 brides, she isn’t the only one who’s dipped her toes in a dating reality show before.
Yep, Paul — who was on reality TV just two years ago — is one of MAFS 2025 grooms.
Paul Antoine on Married At First Sight 2025. Image: Nine.
What reality show has Paul Antoine been on before?
Paul starred on The Real Love Boat Australia in 2022. The short-lived show was basically Love Island on a boat.
Paul was one of 21 singles who tried to find love with the help of host Darren McMullen, cruise director Hannah Ferrier, head of entertainment Daniel Doody and captain Paolo Arrigo.
Unfortunately (or fortunately?), Paul’s quest for love was about as successful as the show itself, which has since been axed.
Paul is a fitness coach living in Perth. However, he is originally from France and moved to Australia 11 years ago.
When he was on The Real Love Boat Australia, he was hoping to find someone down-to-earth and was a fan of long chats — so we can only assume that’s what he’s looking for this time around, too.
Who is MAFS’ Paul Antoine?
According to Paul’s Channel 9 bio, he’s a hopeless romantic, who’s gone through the small dating pool in Perth.
He’s had two long-term relationships in the past and is ready to find his forever love. Paul said that person would ideally be a woman with European flair, with a smile that lights up the room.
Who is Paul Antoine matched with on MAFS 2025?
Paul’s MAFS bride is fashion influencer and aspiring actress Carina Mirabile. She’s also no stranger to the silver screen, with an acting career that includes roles in two short films and appearances in several commercials.
When they first got TV hitched, Carina wasn’t exactly over the moon. As luck would have it, the two had already dated before the show but, after a hiking date, Paul ghosted her. So, not exactly the best start.
Despite that little hiccup, it seems like the couple has managed to move on, and their relationship has only gotten stronger since.
Paul Antoine and Carina Mirabile on MAFS 2025. Image: Nine
When asked about all the MAFS drama unfolding, Carina told us she hasn’t been keeping up because she’s too busy spending time with Paul and the rest of the cast.
“To be fair, my phone is going off, and I’m just enjoying life with Paul and all the rest of the cast that are my friends,” she said.
Life with Paul, you say? Could this be third time lucky for the TV vet? Guess we’ll have to wait and see!
Married At First Sight 2025 airs Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
If that name doesn’t ring a bell for you, then maybe you’ll remember her as the self-professed “tall, horny bogan” from Jimmy Nicholson‘s season.
Here’s everything to know about Sierah.
An icon. Image: Ten.
Sierah Swepstone is the first ex-Bachelor contestant on MAFS
While there always seems to be reality TV crossovers — like MAFS 2024’s Ben Walters apparently being approached for The Bachelors and Janelle Han choosing MAFS 2023 instead of receiving roses — this will actually be the first time an ex-contestant has appeared on the MAFS social experiment.
And if it was going to be anyone, we’re low-key excited it’s Sierah. Her exit from Jimmy’s 2021 season of The Bachelor was iconic.
Remember when she told all of Australia that she “definitely had chlamydia”? We’re all for a woman of honesty who doesn’t give two shits about the judgement.
Apparently, Sierah was poached by MAFS producers
Bring it on! Image: Ten.
Daily Mail Australia reported that Sierah was poached by MAFS producers. An insider told the publication, “She is a nutter but amazing for television because she just doesn’t care.”
Honestly, it was a shame that she was on Jimmy’s season (because it had one of the worst ratings in television history). However, it’s good she’ll be making her return on a show people actually care to watch.
Sierah will be joining fellow reality TV personality Paul Antoine from The Real Love Boat, who’s already been married off to his ex-fling Carina Mirabile.
Alongside them is a wave of actor hopefuls, including Ryan Donnelly, and former Neighbours actor turned businessman Jeff Gobbels.
We can smell their new followers from here.
Married At First Sight 2025 airs Sundays at 7:30pm and Monday – Wednesday at 7pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Rachel Gunn — AKA Raygun — is reportedly in the sights ofI’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! producers following her viral breakdancing routine at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
According to New Idea magazine, the 36-year-old has been deemed “the ideal campmate” by unnamed producers of the hit TV show. On top of that, two of the I’m a CelebrityAustralia 2025 cast clues strongly suggest that the Olympian will be heading to South Africa.
I’m a Celebrity hosts Robert Irwin and Julia Morris. Image: Ten.
In the past, the show has had the likes of Bernard Tomic, Abbie Chatfield, Domenica Calarco, Brendan Fevola, Callum Hole and many more in the campsite.
Is Raygun going to be on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here?
Although Raygun hasn’t officially been confirmed to join the I’m A Celebrity Australia 2025 cast yet, there is some compelling evidence supporting the idea.
In December 2025, the first cast clue was posted on the I’m a Celebrity Instagram account, revealing that an Olympian was entering the jungle.
“A headline-grabbing Olympian has a ticket to the African wilds. They love freestyle; will the Jungle break them?” the narrator said in the clip.
Then, in mid-January 2025, a second clue was published, which further indicated that Raygun was the celeb in question.
The bonus clue shared three emojis representing the mystery Olympian: a kangaroo, a croissant, and a cap.
Of course, Raygun famously imitated a Kangaroo during her routine at the Paris Olympics, during which she wore a cap. It doesn’t exactly take a rocket scientist to connect the emojis to the controversial breakdancer.
Furthermore, back in August 2024, New Idea magazine reported that the I’m a Celebrity producers were in talks with Raygun about joining the show.
“The public will want to hear her story in the jungle. Love her or loathe her, she has everyone talking,” the source told the publication.
Raygun made a video cameo at the 2024 Logies in August, where she encouraged the industry to whip out some of her moves to celebrate the night.
Raygun surprised the TV industry with an appearance at the Logies. Image: Seven.
“It’s these viral moments and water-cooler conversations that IAC [I’m a Celebrity] will want to capitalise on,” the source said.
How did Raygun become famous?
Raygun has been the topic of the internet since she performed at the Paris 2024 Olympics, busting out the sprinkler and some kangaroo-esque moves that baffled the audience.
In August, Raygun was referenced on The Jimmy Fallon Show and at an Adele concert that same month, truly proving that she got the world talking (and smiling).
While not everyone was supportive of Raygun making it to the Olympics—where she was awarded zero points—it’s likely that people are keen to hear more about her story.
Perhaps we will in the jungle?
I’m a Celebrity Australia… Get Me Out Of Here Australia 2025 will premiere on January 19 on Channel 10 and 10Play.
The White Lotus Season 3 is taking us to a luxurious trip to Thailand, but like previous seasons, not everything will be sunshine and rainbows.
The new trailer for The White Lotus Season 3 has dropped and it is pure and utter chaos. From scenes of boozy nights out, to a body bag getting wheeled out, the new instalment will be nothing short of dramatic.
Ahead of the drop, let’s dive into everything we know so far about The White Lotus Season 3.
White Lotus Season 3 cast, Carrie Coon, Michelle Monaghan, and Leslie Bibb. Image: HBO.
What is The White LotusSeason 3 release date?
The third season of the enthralling series will be available to stream from February 17 on BINGE.
Is there a White Lotus Season 3 trailer?
There is! The first full-length trailer dropped on January 28. Watch it for yourself below.
Who is in The White Lotus cast for Season 3?
We now have the confirmed cast for The White Lotus season 3, featuring Season 1’s Natasha Rothwell, the spa manager who was taken for a ride by Jennifer Coolidge‘s character, Tanya McQuoid.
The cast for season 3 also includes Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Walton Goggins, Sarah Catherine Hook, Jason Isaacs, Lalisa Manobal, Michelle Monaghan, Sam Nivola, Lek Patravadi, Parker Posey, Natasha Rothwell, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Tayme Thapthimthong, and Aimee Lou Wood.
Additional cast includes Nicholas Duvernay, Arnas Fedaravičius, Christian Friedel, Scott Glenn, Dom Hetrakul, Julian Kostov, Charlotte Le Bon, Morgana O’Reilly, and Shalini Peiris.
Walton has gone ahead and done God’s work for White Lotus fans by sharing a bunch of behind-the-scenes photos of the Season 3 cast. The carousels include photos of cast members Michelle, Carrie and Leslie.
In Season 2, fan favourite and the only returning character, Tanya, was seemingly killed off. Will we see her return from the dead, or perhaps a long-lost twin sister will come in to take her place? Fingers crossed for a Coolidge resurrection, but HBO has been keeping mum if she’s returning.
However, with the release of the full trailer and no Tanya in sight, things don’t look promising.
What is The White Lotus Season 3 filmed?
Jason Isaacs, Parker Posey, Patrick Shwarzenegger, Sarah Catherine Hook, and Sam Nivola. Image: HBO.
After vacationing in Maui in Season 1 and Sicily in Season 2, HBO revealed in a statement that Season 3 will take us to the stunning setting of Thailand. Filming locations include Bangkok, Koh Samui and Phuket.
What hotel is The White Lotus filmed at?
The first two seasons were shot at Four Seasons resorts in Hawaii and Italy, and Season 3 followed the trend.
While there are Four Seasons resorts in both Bangkok and Koh Samui, Bloomberg reported in early 2024 that The White Lotus Season 3 would be filmed at the Koh Samui location.
AFAR has also reported that Phuket’s Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas will feature in Season 3 scenes.
What can we expect from The White LotusSeason 3?
Lalisa Manobal and Tayme Thapthimthong. Image: HBO
In a press release, we got a vague synopsis for this season, “The social satire is set at an exclusive Thai resort and follows the exploits of various guests and employees over the span of a week.”
If the past two seasons are anything to judge this season off, we know it will be a very dramatic week for the guests.
During an episode of the Unpacking explainer series, White said, “The first season kind of highlighted money, and then the second season is sex.
“I think the third season would be maybe a satirical and funny look at death and Eastern religion – and spirituality. It feels like it could be a rich tapestry to do another round at White Lotus.”
The show has absolutely cleaned up at awards shows in recent years. In total, the series has been nominated for more than 80 awards, winning 38, including two Golden Globes and 10 Emmy awards.
Is there a Season 4?
Yes, there will be a Season 4 of The White Lotus.
The next season has already been confirmed on the show’s Instagram, but they have kept the details very threadbare.
“Good news travels fast. #TheWhiteLotus is excited to welcome you to a new destination,” the Instagram caption read.
The official Aussie Shore cast, trailer and release date have dropped to get us all very, very excited for this undeniably bonkers show.
Callum Hole was the first announced member of the new Aussie Shore cast (so consider us fans of the show already) and now 10 more names have been added to the mix.
Aussie Shore is basically Geordie Shore down under and it will have the one and only Charlotte Crosby at the helm.
Keep reading for everything we know about the Aussie Shore cast so far.
What has Charlotte Crosby said about Aussie Shore?
Charlotte has teased viewers about the wild shenanigans that will happen on Aussie Shore. The former Geordie Shore star called the show the “ultimate Australian party adventure” and gave viewers a sneak peek into what to expect from the series.
Charlotte gave Kyle and Jackie O a taste of what we can expect from the Aussie Shore cast earlier this year and it all sounds very spicy.
Confirming that none of the Aussie Shore cast knew each other before filming began, Charlotte said this new generation “are pushing boundaries” that we didn’t even know existed.
Meet your Aussie Shore cast! Image: Paramount+
The Aussie shore cast include Callum (more on him below), Kyle, Lexie, Tom, Lily, Cooper, Catia, Con, Jaeda, Manaaki and Nardos.
Earlier this year rumours circled that Callum would be returning for Love Island 2024 off the back of his I’m A Celeb success, put perhaps Paramount beat Nine to the punch?
“A huge addition to an already incredible cast! AUSSIE SHORE IS GUNNA BLOW EVERYONES MINDS,” Charlotte wrote on the Callum announcement post.
What’s Charlotte Crosby’s role on Aussie Shore?
Charlotte’s 12-year run on Geordie Shore makes her perfect for the role of House Boss on Aussie Shore.
Earlier this year, Charlotte confirmed to Kyle and Jackie O that she was filming the upcoming show but that the cast were all around a decade younger than her.
Living rooms around the nation were surprised when The Voice Australia 2024 contestant Mol Turner whipped out powerful vocals that no one was prepared for.
On the August 26 episode of The Voice, 17-year-old Mol chose Britney Spears‘ iconic track Toxic — but with one very big death metal twist.
Sporting a shaggy blonde mullet, heavy eye makeup and chained jeans, Mol slowly built up to the chorus with an eerier and edgier take on the early noughties tune.
As she hit the chorus, well, The Voice coach LeAnn Rimes‘ reaction says it all:
The Voice coach Kate Miller-Heidke turned around for Mol, who is from the South Coast in New South Wales, meaning the teenager will now be on the Australian musician’s team.
What is Australia saying about Mol Turner’s audition?
With the show primarily showcasing mainstream genres and producing pop artists, Mol’s performance was surprising in a way that Australian audiences are loving.
While some viewers didn’t love the performance and are entitled to that opinion, the response is overwhelmingly positive.
“So good to finally see someone singing screamo,” someone commented on The Voice Instagram, noting that her “growl” was fire.
“An impressive death metal take on ‘Toxic’ that was so entertaining, she has quite an impressive vocal range — I think she will surprise us with what else she is capable of doing,” someone wrote to The Voice Australia Facebook.
Mol’s take on this song is definitely a welcome change. Even people who don’t neccesarily like death metal or screamo as a genre could still appreciate that she nailed it.
“Couldn’t think of anything more painful than listening to Death Metal but that was a fantastic performance and you can only appreciate the talent behind it,” one person wrote.
“Love it or hate it but that was amazing well done Mol !!!!. I loved every second!” wrote another.
“Not my cup of tea, but the girl has raw power. Glad she has the chance to perform on stage. All talents should be showcased,” an Instagram commenter added.
We can’t wait to see what Mol performs next!
The Voice Australia airs on Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Tuesday at 7:30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
It Ends With Us just hit cinemas but there’s one sequel-shaped question on everyone’s lips: will we get a movie adaptation for It Starts With Us — Colleen Hoover‘s follow up novel to It Ends With Us?
Mentions of It Starts With Us have definitely been happening on the red carpets for the It Ends With Us movie but, as of right now, it hasn’t officially been green lit. In fact, it’s looking murkier than ever considering all the supposed beef between leads Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.
So what is Colleen and the It Ends With Us crew saying about the sequel? Here’s what you missed while trying to dissect the rumoured It Ends With Us drama.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni in It Ends With Us. Image: Sony
Does It Ends With Us have a sequel?
Colleen’s It Ends With Us book has a sequel called It Starts With Us.
While It Ends With Us follows the story of Lily Bloom trying to navigate a relationship that becomes abusive, It Starts With Us picks up where the last novel ended and focuses on Lily’s relationship with Atlas. (I’d go into further detail, but I don’t want to invite any spoiler backlash!)
The It Ends With Us book was released in 2016 and It Starts With Us came out in 2022.
It Starts With Us was released in 2022. Image: Simon & Schuster.
Justin, It Ends With Us director and lead actor, optioned the first novel back in 2019 — before It Starts With Us was even published.
Will there be an It Starts With Us movie?
A sequel is an obvious decision based on the huge box office success of It Ends With Us.
While in early August it appeared that no one had secured the rights for the It Starts With Us movie, The Hollywood Reporter is now reporting that Justin and Wayfarer Studios do have the rights for the sequel film.
If there was to be an It Ends With Us sequel off the back of the film’s success, it would be an obvious decision to keep the original cast including Blake as Lily, Justin as Ryle Kincaid, Brandon Sklenaras Atlas Corrigan and Jenny Slate as Alyssa Kincaid.
That being said, there have definitely been sequels that have deviated from the original casting (albeit usually awful).
But even if Justin was no longer in the role of Ryle or as the film director, a sequel involving Blake would mean the pair would still need to work together in some capacity. Because of this, there have been doubts over whether or not the film will go ahead.
What has Justin Baldoni said about an It Ends With Us Sequel?
Justin told Entertainment Tonight that he believes someone else should direct the sequel.
“I think that there are better people for that one,” he said. “I think Blake Lively’s ready to direct, that’s what I think.”
When asked whether or not he’d spoken to Colleen or Blake about a sequel, Justin admitted that he hadn’t.
“I haven’t. I have no idea what that story would be,” Baldoni told TV Insider at a press junket, noting that he’s trying to stay in the present.
“I’m just kind of doing my best to take this all in because it’s been five years to even get us here. So I can’t even fathom another story yet, but I’m so happy that fans love it and that she did it.”
What has Colleen Hover said about an It Starts With Us movie?
Author Colleen has definitely entertained the idea of a movie sequel.
“I think whoever decides to take charge of the next one would do it justice,” she told ET.
“I think they’re all in it for the right reasons, so I think that will be exciting. But it’s a lot of people to get the same schedules together again, so we’ll see.”
In regards to Blake coming on as director, the author said she’d “absolutely” be into that.
Considering It Ends With Us is all anyone’s talking about right now — and considering a lot of people want to see more of Atlas — we think a sequel could definitely be on the cards.
The It Ends With Us drama has been dominating our algorithms for the past fortnight, moving from a rumoured rift between Blake Livelyand Justin Baldoni to an all-out public scrutiny of Blake’s promotional run. Now, costar Brandon Sklenar has addressed the criticism.
Taking to Instagram this week, Brandon released an online statement to discuss for “vilifying the women of this cast” is “counterproductive” to the film’s message.
Why are people criticising Blake Lively?
This month, Blake has been gradually dragged online for interviews, including one where she tells the audience to “wear their florals” for a film about domestic violence.
Old interviews have also been surfacing including one where she is rude to an interviewer and one where she makes a transphobic slur.
In one interview, the interviewer asks how those who personally resonate with It Ends With Us‘ themes can go about discussing it with Blake, to which she jokes about sharing her location or address alongside Brandon, who plays love interest Atlas Corrigan in It Ends With Us.
What did Brandon Sklenar’s statement say?
“I wanted to take a minute and address all this stuff swirling online,” 34-year-old Brandon wrote in an image uploaded to his Instagram account.
“The women of this cast stand for hope, perseverance, and for women choosing a better life for themselves,” he continued.
“Vilifying the women who put so much of their heart and soul into making this film because they believe so strongly in its message seems counterproductive and detracts from what this film is about.”
For weeks, rumours have been circling of creative differences between Blake, who plays lead actress Lily Bloom in It Ends With Us, and Justin, the director and also the lead actor playing the role of Ryle Kincaid.
When he was asked about an It Starts With Us movie — the It Ends With Us sequel — Justin suggested Blake as director.
“What may or may not have happened behind the scenes does not and hopefully should not detract from what our intentions were in making this film,” Brandon said.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni in It Ends With Us. Image: Sony
“It’s been disheartening to see the amount of negativity being projected online.”
He called for people to stop spreading hate online and to remind themselves of the core message of the film.
“This movie is a harsh reality check for the men who need to get their shit together and take responsibility for themselves and their actions,” he wrote.
Brandon Sklenar and Blake Lively in It Ends With Us. Image: Sony.
“Ultimately it’s meant to spread love and awareness. It is not meant to once again, make the women the ‘bad guy,’ let’s move beyond that together.”
Home and Away fans are praising the soap for the “powerful” portrayal of grief by actor Ethan Browne (Tane) on the show’s August 19 episode.
In the emotional scene, Tane mourns the loss of Felicity (played by Jaqui Purvis) following her shock death while performing the Haka.
Perri, played by Cantona Stewart, watches on in concern and heartbreak as Tane grieves Felicity.
Home and Away fans have been quick to share their thoughts on the episode, praising the scene along with Ethan’s acting and the inclusion of Maori culture.
Home and Away hair and makeup designer Laura Vazquez wrote, “So powerful, so beautiful. Felt every emotion in this scene,” on an Instagram post sharing the scene.
“Absolutely love that the Maori culture and traditions has been brought into the show. Such a beautiful culture,” another comment read.
“Finishing with the Haka was a perfect ending to the episode. And done with such pure emotion,” said another.
“Couldn’t stop crying watching this,” a commenter added.
Tane and Felicity on Home and Away. Image: Seven.
Felicity collapsed at Cash and Eden’s engagement party during the August 12 episode. Felicity and Tane split late last year after Tane discovered she had been taking birth control pills behind his back.
At the engagement party, Felicity and Tane danced, flirted and instilled hope in viewers at home who have been rooting for their relationship. She then got blurred vision and collapsed before being taken to hospital.
The doctor declared she had suffered a brain aneurysm and she was eventually taken off life support on the August 19 episode.
When Home and Away producerLucy Addario said we’d need tissues for this unexpected death, she wasn’t messing about.
Home and Away airs Monday – Thursday at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
The 64th annual Logie Awards have officially arrived to Sydney’s The Star and now the the red carpet is done and dusted, it’s time to find out who our 2024 Logies winners are.
While people think they know who the Gold Logie is going to already, no one will know for sure until the broadcast hosted by Sam Pang is complete.
We’ve already had a live cross from Raygun saying, “Please feel free to pull out any of my signature moves in celebration”, so we’re surely in for a good night.
So which nominees will be taking home a Logie? Keep reading for your complete list of 2024 Logies winners which we’ll be updating as they happen.
Gold Logie: Larry Emdur
Entertainer and broadcaster, Andy Lee Actress, Asher Keddie Presenter and comedian, Julia Morris Entertainer and Presenter, Larry Emdur Presenter, Robert Irwin Entertainer and presenter, Sonia Kruger Presenter and broadcaster, Tony Armstrong
Lead Actress Comedy: Kitty Flanagan
Nominees:
Celia Pacquola, Utopia, ABC Danielle Walker, Gold Diggers, ABC Denise Scott, Mother and Son, ABC Kate Box, Deadloch, Prime Video Kitty Flanagan, Utopia, ABC Madeleine Sami, Deadloch, Prime Video
Best Entertainment Program: The Voice Australia
Nominees:
ABC New Year’s Eve, ABC Australian Idol, Seven Network Dancing With The Stars, Seven Network Take 5 With Zan Rowe, ABC The Voice Australia, Seven Network Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight, 9Network
The Voice 2024 coaches. Image: Seven.
Best Children’s Program: Bluey
Nominees:
Beep and Mort, ABC Bluey, ABC Eddie’s Lil’ Homies, NITV and Netflix Gardening Australia Junior, ABC Ginger and the Vegesaurs, ABC Play School, ABC
Best Supporting Actress: Sophie Wilde
Nominees:
Ariel Donoghue, Wolf Like Me, Stan Kerry Fox, Bay of Fires, ABC Leah Purcell, The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart, Prime Video Mabel Li, Safe Home, SBS Michelle Lim Davidson, The Newsreader, ABC Sophie Wilde, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix
Sophie Wilde in Boy Swallows Universe on Netflix. Image: Netflix.
Graham Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent: Felix Cameron
Nominees:
Alyla Browne, The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart, Prime Video Ava Caryofyllis, Bay of Fires, ABC Felix Cameron, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix Imi Mbedla, Bay of Fires, ABC Lee Tiger Halley, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix Tristan Gorey, Home and Away, Seven Network
Best Lead Actor in a Comedy: Rob Sitch
Nominees:
Ben Feldman, Population 11, Stan Bob Morley, In Limbo, ABC Lincoln Younes, C*A*U*G*H*T, Stan Matt Okine, Mother and Son, ABC Rob Sitch, Utopia, ABC Ryan Corr, In Limbo, ABC
Best Supporting Actor: Bryan Brown
Nominees:
Bryan Brown, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix Guy Pearce, The Clearing, Disney+ Jay Ryan, Scrublands, Stan Lee Tiger Halley, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix Stephen Curry, Bay of Fires, ABC Travis Fimmel, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix
Bryan Brown on Boy Swallows Universe. Image: Netflix
Bert Newton Award for Most Popular Presenter: Larry Emdur
Nominees:
Hamish Blake, Lego Masters Australia, 9Network Julia Morris, I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, Network 10 Larry Emdur, The Chase Australia and The Morning Show, Seven Network Robert Irwin, I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, Network 10 Sonia Kruger, Dancing With The Stars, The Voice Australia and Big Brother, Seven Network Tony Armstrong, ABC News Breakfast, ABC
Best Lifestyle Program: Travel Guides
Nominees:
Better Homes and Gardens, Seven Network Gardening Australia, ABC Love It Or List It Australia, FOXTEL Restoration Australia, ABC Selling Houses Australia, FOXTEL Travel Guides, 9Network
Best Structured Reality Program: Gogglebox Australia
Nominees:
Farmer Wants A Wife, Seven Network Gogglebox Australia, FOXTEL and Network 10 Married at First Sight, 9Network Muster Dogs, ABC Old People’s Home For Teenagers, ABC SAS Australia, Seven Network
Gogglebox. Image: Foxtel.
Best News Coverage or Public Affairs Report: Ben Roberts-Smith: The Truth
Nominees:
A Silver Lining: Silverchair, Australian Story, ABC Ben Roberts-Smith: The Truth, 60 Minutes, 9Network Bishop of Broome, 7NEWS, Seven Network Israel-Hamas War, 7NEWS, Seven Network Old School – Louise Milligan, Four Corners, ABC The Forever War – John Lyons, Four Corners, ABC
Best Miniseries or Telemovie: Boy Swallows Universe
Nominees:
Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix Erotic Stories, SBS Safe Home, SBS The Claremont Murders, Seven Network The Clearing, Disney+ The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart, Prime Video
Best Factual or Documentary Program: John Farnham: Finding The Voice
Nominees:
Hot Potato: The Story of The Wiggles, Prime Video John Farnham: Finding The Voice, Seven Network Matildas: The World at Our Feet, Disney+ Nemesis, ABC Revealed: Ben Roberts-Smith Truth on Trial, Stan War On Waste, ABC
Best Competition Reality Program: MasterChef Australia
Nominees:
Alone Australia, SBS Australian Survivor: Titans V Rebels, Network 10 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, Network 10 Lego Masters Australia, 9Network MasterChef Australia, Network 10 The Block, 9Network
Nat Thaipun wins this year’s MasterChef. Image: Ten.
Best Sports Coverage: FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™
Nominees:
2023 AFL Finals Series, Seven Network 2023 NRL Grand Final, 9Network 2023 State of Origin, 9Network Australian Open, 9Network FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™, Seven Network Fox League Las Vegas Week, FOXTEL and Kayo Sports
Best Lead Actress in a Drama: Deborah Mailman
Nominees:
Aisha Dee, Safe Home, SBS Anna Torv, The Newsreader, ABC Deborah Mailman, Total Control, ABC Phoebe Tonkin, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix Rachel Griffiths, Total Control, ABC Sigourney Weaver, The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart, Prime Video
Best Current Affairs Program: Australian Story, ABC
Nominees:
7.30, ABC 60 Minutes, 9Network A Current Affair, 9Network Australian Story, ABC Foreign Correspondent, ABC Four Corners, ABC
Best Scripted Comedy Program: Utopia
Nominees:
Deadloch, Prime Video In Limbo, ABC Mother and Son, ABC Population 11, Stan Strife, BINGE Utopia, ABC
Best Lead Actor in a Drama: Felix Cameron
Nominees:
Felix Cameron, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix Hugo Weaving, Love Me, BINGE Rob Collins, Total Control, ABC Rob Collins, RFDS, Seven Network Sam Reid, The Newsreader, ABC Simon Baker, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix
Best Comedy Entertainment Program: Have You Been Paying Attention?
Nominees:
Gruen, ABC Hard Quiz, ABC Have You Been Paying Attention?, Network 10 Thank God You’re Here, Network 10 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering, ABC The Yearly With Charlie Pickering, ABC
Best News or Public Affairs Presenter: Ally Langdon
Nominees:
Ally Langdon, A Current Affair, 9Network David Speers, Insiders, ABC Liz Hayes, Under Investigation with Liz Hayes, 9Network Michael Usher, 7NEWS and 7NEWS Spotlight, Seven Network Peter Overton, 9News, 9Network Sarah Ferguson, 7.30, ABC
Best Drama Program: RFDS
Nominees:
Love Me, BINGE NCIS: Sydney, Paramount+ RFDS, Seven Network The Newsreader, ABC The Tourist, Stan Total Control, ABC
The Logies 2024 red carpet are here with all your favourite Australian celebrities are coming together to celebrate the best in local television.
As one of the countries most notorious awards night, we’re sure to see plenty of amazing wins, performances, epic one-liners from host Sam Pangand, of course, out-of-this-world red carpet looks.
The 2024 Logies awards will kick off any minute now (here’s your guide on how to watch), but, until then, here’s all the amazing red carpet fashion to prepare us for TV’s night of nights.
Carrie Bickmore could wear a potato sack and we’d still worship the ground she walked on. So you can imagine how much we’re going wild for this stunning get-up. She looks so good in black!
Our jaws are dropping for I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!winner Skye Wheatley‘s Logies 2024 red carpet look. OH MY. Absolutely stunning — she is oozing old Hollywood in Oglia-Loro.
Last year she was a guest for Married At First Sight‘s nomination, this year she’s a presenter on the 2024 Logies Red Carpet! What a full-circle moment for queen Evelyn Ellis, wearing a sparkling design by Ryan Patros.
One of our favourite and most recognisable stars, Deborah Mailman, chose a red suit-style gown by Daniel Learmont Couture. The off-the-shoulder sleeves and bold bright hue are perfect on her.
Home and Away star Matt Evans is looking absolutely boss in custom-made velvet suit in green. Is it just us or does it look like he could’ve totally lived in another decade?
The Office star Felicity Ward looks so fun in this lime-green number. Honestly, after all the black and couture, it’s so welcome! Obsessed with the pointed Nine West heels to top it off.
The Voice 2024 is set to premiere this August with Guy Sebastian, Kate Miller-Heidke, Adam Lambert and LeAnn Rimes leading the charge as coaches for the new season.
Apparently there’s one celebrity coach that got a little overexcited this season though, with fellow The Voice judge Kate labelling them as “trigger happy” with that big red button.
Adam Lambert was “trigger happy” on The Voice 2024
“Adam was super trigger happy,” Kate revealed in an exclusive interview with Chattr, explaining that he chewed up most of his singer positions within the first half of the blind auditions.
Image: The VoiceImage: The Voice
“He turned around for for so many people very early on in the filming and then he found himself with one spot left for, like the second half of the blinds,” Kate explained.
“He got a bit overexcited.”
On The Voice, four judges have traditionally gotten to choose 12 singers each. If they turn around for a contestant who chooses to be on their team in return, it means that one of their 12 positions have been filled.
What type of artists did Kate Miller-Heidke press the buzzer for?
Kate explained to Chattr that she turned around for moments that really struck her.
“You’re just listening to hear that one magic moment,” Kate explained to Chattr. “It’s such a cliche, but that magic moment in a song that gives you goosebumps or surprises you in some way.”
Image: The Voice
“Sometimes it’s really it can be hard to tell because a lot of people are struggling with nerves. It’s a deeply nerve-wracking experience to get up on that stage and you’re just waiting to hear that that kernel of something amazing.”
Kate met Adam and LeAnn for the first time on The Voice 2024
Kate revealed to Chattr that it was her first time meeting both LeAnn and Adam, the latter of which became one of her “favourite” people.
“They were both so lovely,” Kate explained of meeting Adam and LeAnn for the first time on The Voice.
“Leanne shot to superstardom when she was only 12 years old,” Kate recalled.
Image: Supplied.
“She’s lived her entire life as a very famous person, but she’s still an artist to her core. She still takes the art and craft of singing really seriously and she’s so good at what she does.”
“And Adam, he’s lightning in a bottle. He’s just brilliant. He and I were sitting next to each other for the whole season, so we got to hang out and chat a lot.
“He is just one of my favourite people. He’s so funny and irreverent and kooky. He’s brilliant.”
Why did this just become the friendship we never knew we needed? Cute as hell.
The Voice airs on 7 and 7Plus from Monday, August 19.
FBoy Island 2024 has landed and no one’s happier than me to see a big burning dick on the sand to kick off the Season 2 recaps.
burn motherfucker
This season we have three new leading ladies tasked with figuring out if the men vying for their love are FBoys or Nice Guys.
Choose wrong and they’ll be rorted out of the prize money.
this is fine
First we have Nicole, a model who is asking the bare minimum from a man: to be heard and not just seen.
see me hear me love me!
Krystal (who you remember from The Bachelors) is on the hunt for a “mid” — AKA a six of out 10 — because they’re fabulous at licking pussy.
where is the lie
Ally, our final leading lady, has dated “devil dick” — AKA Vernon Lyon from FBoy Island Season 1. She doesn’t even need to say his name.
I was younger then
Our host and saviour Abbie Chatfield is ready to introduce the ladies to the men of FBoy Island, but first they must finish the last leg of the 14-km City2Surf.
see you in 25 hours
First the boys are introduced to Nicole and it is immediately obvious that they have smelt model (and perfect underboob) because they cannot control their dick energy of varying sizes.
arooga
Next up is Krystal. She has placed second in City2Surf at two hours and 12 minutes, only to see a familiar face from the Gold Coast.
omg is that the rando from Sin City
However, the guy she may or may not have rooted at Toolies isn’t the one she’s got her eyes set on. While she’s adamant about a mid who bothers to find the clit, she has instead chosen “the hot one”.
It is I, ‘The Hot One’
No, she literally called him that, in order to clarify that she’s not talking about this guy.
I lick pussy better than The Hot One tho
Ally places third for City2Surf, finishing at two hours and 19 minutes. She also has her eyes on The Hot One.
this should end well
The ladies and the men then head back to their respective villas where it becomes apparent that Frank has been declared as an FBoy by literally everyone.
Why? He was handsy with Krystal and… as for the guys? I think they just reckon he’s a toss.
Meanwhile, The Hot One has decided he likes Nicole the best.
The Hot Ones must stick together
Back at the women’s HQ, Abbie is getting to know the ladies better.
Ally confirms dirty dog Vernon dropped the L-word on her before going on a bender and blocking her.
that second bag will do it
Ally’s revenge? Implying to all of Australia he has a small dick.
that checks out
Krystal opens up about being the child of an FBoy. Her father cheated on her mum while she was pregnant with Krystal and now she feels like she has a responsibility to stop the chain.
We love Krystal and this is a powerful story. FBoys think their behaviour is funny but it actually can be really fucking traumatic. OK?
“My Fboy radar? Unmatched,” Krystal says.
not counting Felix Van Hofe
The bonfire
Once Jerome (the one who wears Crocs) shares that likes “licking ass” and “eating ass” (just like Flume), the FBoy Island crew head to a bonfire.
Cue Love Island montage
Krystal confirms she may have “sucked” off that guy from the Gold Coast but does not confirm if it was on Cavill Ave. Her memory is really failing her for someone who writes FBoy reminders in her notebook.
So far we know that the guy who wore a leather jacket on an island called her the wrong name and the guy who was on The Amazing Race isn’t sure if he wants to give up the single life.
We also know that everyone’s obsessed with Nicole, even though we all know she is going to choose The Hot One.
as per my last email, I would like to be heard
Sadly The Hot One is also The Dense One because he tells a woman wearing a full face of makeup that she’s a “natural beauty”.
lol this is makeup
Nicole reminds him of the makeup she is wearing, while looking at him with the same eyes lined with eyeliner and shaded with glitter.
“Doesn’t look like it,” he responds. Does this man think we came out of the womb looking like Mila Kunis in her Black Swan era?
you’re telling me those diamantes under your eyes aren’t permanent?
Someone open their TikTok and show this man a GRWM.
Thankfully another man named Nick takes over and he knows the word “intrinsic” so please, do not be fooled by his earlier peck pumping.
I brought my thesaurus
Krystal, who was once on The Bachelors, has taken a liking to Paddy, who was once on The Bachelorette.
“Paddy, he isn’t the hottest,” Krystal says and my heart breaks from him watching this back right now.
which means you’ll be fab at going down
Krystal can sense an anaconda in those pants so she gives him a pash with so much tongue it requires a KFC wet clean up towel.
slurp
“I love how you played with my tongue,” he tells her and I may just vomit on my television screen.
da fuq u just say
In other areas of the party, a man with tatoos decides to dry-root Nicole’s foot and Frank is trying to convince Krystal he’s a nice guy because his ex slept with his mate behind his back.
That doesn’t make you a nice guy, it just means you have fucked friends.
nice try
It’s time to choose who the ladies will be taking on their first dates.
Nicole chooses Jack (the man who can both use big words and pop his pecks), Krystal chooses Frank (to try and determine his FBoy status once and for all) and Ally goes for The Hot One (The Christian Who Has Sex Before Marriage AKA The Man Who Thinks Women Were Born With Eyeliner).
you lack common sense but as long as you fuck before nuptials we’re good
The first dates
Ally is wet. She’s dickmatised by The Hot One’s past four-year relationship and ability to talk nicely about his ex.
a man who doesn’t talk shit about his ex? Rare find!!!
Then he slips his tongue in like the good Christian boy he is.
forgive me father for I have sinned
Meanwhile, Krystal is embracing her inner Cavill Ave by sharing a vodka cruiser with Frank after making him run around a sunflower garden naked.
we love preemptive revenge
Nicole and Jack jetski, talk about how much they like each other and then slip their tongues in both on dry land and in the sea.
we are so intrinsic rn bby
We finish off our dates portion of the episode by Ally finding out that The Hot One liked Nicole first and would like to still get to know her considering he’s known Ally a full three minutes.
But she was born with eye glitter!
Ally cries.
The elimination
The girls have taken to their directors chairs for their first FBoy Island elimination.
A bunch of people we hardly know are up for elimination, plus Frank, that foot fucker, The Hot One (!!!) and that Jake dude who you recognise from The Amazing Race. Sadly The Amazing Race dude already left (probably to go on another reality TV show).
enjoy Love Is Blind
Only the foot fucker and Jin leave. Jin is the one who told Nicole she was stunning. Sorry, that didn’t narrow it down, did it?
This is Jin
Jin and his slutty ankles are an Fboy but the dry foot fucker is a Nice Guy!
I’ll never dry root a foot again
One down, many to go. I’ll be writing FBoy Island Season 2 recaps the entire season so I’ll see you here next Monday but until then, you can follow me on Instagram.
FBoy IslandAustralia is coming back for Season Two and finally we’ve got the deets we’ve been waiting for — a trailer, release date and even our leading ladies.
Keep reading for everything we know so far about FBOY Island Season Two, including a familiar face as part of the leading ladies, one hell of a packed trailer, where the show’s filmed and more.
Here’s everything we know about FBoy Island Australia 2024.
Is there an FBoy Island Season Two trailer?
Sure is! And let me tell you, FBoy Island Season Two looks like it will D-E-L-I-V-E-R. Do I spy Abbie Chatfieldtelling someone off? Do I spy a Bachie contestant (more on that below)? Keen!!!
The official trailer follows a few teases we’ve copped this month, including one where Abbie asks why Limbro is open.
(For the uninitiated, Limbro is where naughty FBOYs are sent to repent after they’re eliminated.)
Could Abbie asking “Who left it open?” mean that some of the FBoysfrom Season One are returning in Season Two? Could VernonLyon be back for another round?
The FBoys and Nice Guys for Season Two have just been announced and they include some reality TV alumni! See the FBoy Island men, including one block from Bachelor In Paradise and one from Amazing Race Australia.
will be made up of just yet. There’s a decent taste of what we’re in for thanks to the trailer above, though. I don’t think they’re going to disappoint.
Who are FBoy Island Australia’s leading ladies?
Australia, meet Krystal Thomas, Ally Woodfall and Nicole Mitrov.
From left to right: Ally Woodfall, Krystal Thomas, Nicole Mitrov. Image: BINGE.
Krystal has experience navigating FBoys — you might remember her as a The Bachelors contestant where she dated Felix Van Hofe.
Nicole is a model and Ally is Vernon‘s ex.
Who will host FBOY Island Season Two?
Abbie will return as host of FBoy Island Australia after nailing the job for Season One.
Literally the best host choice for this show. Image: BINGE.
Not only has she been on a reality dating show before as runner-up for Matt Agnew‘s The Bachelor season, but she also knows when to call out people for being shitty.
In Abbie we trust.
What can we expect from FBOY Island Season Two?
Host Abbie explained that while fans can expect drama again this season, the sophomore season will be different from the first.
FBOY Island Season Two’s leading ladies with host Abbie. Image: BINGE.
“This season is as drama-filled but in really different ways,” Chatfield told Daily Telegraph earlier this year.
“The stories along the way are way more complex and I think the three leading women did such an amazing job at supporting each other, really doing detective work and being steadfast.
“They had some hard conversations with each other along the way as well, which I think is what real friendship is all about.”
The official FBOY Island Season Two release date is August 5, 2024. Pencil it in! It will air every Monday for nine weeks.
Which FBOY Island Season One couples are still together?
In Season One, Molly O’Halloran, Ziara Rae and Sophie Blackley attempted to navigate their way through the FBOYs and find true love.
FBOY Island leads and their final picks. Image: BINGE.
Molly and Ziara both snagged “nice guys” in Nick Brownand Izaya Leotarespectively. And they’re still with their chosen picks!
Meanwhile, Sophie chose Joshy Allen, even though he was revealed to be an FBoy. They split up shortly after.
How to watch FBoy Island Australia
FBOY Island Australia streams exclusively on streaming service BINGE from August 5. You can watch everyone episode of Season One now.
Where is FBoy Island Australia filmed?
Sadly (or gladly?) there is no actual FBoy Island on Google Maps. FBoy Island Australia is filmed in a place called Casaurina which is 150km south to south east of Brisbane.
Amazon Prime Video’s The Boys is getting a prequel spinoff called Vought Rising which is great news for fans who were bummed about Season 5 ending.
The Boys spinoff was announced during a panel presentation at San Diego Comic-Con. Supernatural‘s Jensen Ackles (Soldier Boy) and Aya Cash (Stormfront) will feature in the new prequel series.
Here’s everything we know so far about the upcoming The Boys spinoff, Vought Rising.
What is The Boys spinoff Vought Rising about?
Vought Rising is “a twisted murder mystery about the origins of Vought in the 1950s”, according to the official The Boys Instagram page.
“Vought Rising may or may not feature the very first Herogasm, founded in 1952,” the post added about The Boys spinoff.
For the uninitiated, Herogasm is a yearly festival where superheroes engage in a bunch of sexual activity. A selling point for the new spinoff if I ever did hear one!
Vought Rising will also follow “the early exploits of Soldier Boy, and the diabolical manoeuvres of a ‘Supe’ known to fans as Stormfront, who was then going by the name Clara Vought”, according to executive producers Eric Kripke and Paul Grellong‘s statement (shared by news.com.au).
“We cannot wait to blow your minds and trouble your souls with this salacious, grisly saga drenched in blood and Compound V.”
This will be the third The Boys spinoff.
The Boys Season 5 will be the last
During the San Diego Comic-Con panel, it was also revealed that Jensen will play a major role in The Boys Season 5 and that a relationship between Soldier Boy and Homelander will be further explored.
The Boys Season 4 premiered in June 2024 and it was recently confirmed that Season 5 would be its last.
Just before the highly anticipated premiere of Season 4 in June, Eric Kripke (the mastermind behind the show), announced that Season 5 would be the final season.
“SEE YOU FOR OUR FINAL SEASON, MOTHERF***ERS!” the tweet read.
“From the very beginning, I wanted to wrap it out around season five,” Kripke told The Hollywood Reporter.
“And then I would say plans really solidified that we were going to actually do it years ago.
“It might have been because I was trained as a TV writer and there were five acts,” he added.
“It gives you enough time to get to know the characters… It’s about the characters and then you kick off into a climax.”
End of an era! At least now we have The Boys spinoff to look forward to, huh?
Harry Garside has shared a heartfelt message on social media after missing out on the gold medal he was gunning for at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Overnight Australian time, Harry was eliminated in the first round of the men’s 63.5kg class. He won a bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic games and had been hoping to score a gold in Paris.
In a post-match interview that personally broke my heart watching at home, Harry apologised to his home country and revealed that times ahead will be tough for him.
Harry Garside’s disappointment over his Paris 2024 Olympics outcome
“It is crazy… two decades dedicated to one dream and it is over just like that,” Harry told Nine.
“Australia is such a sporting nation and I’m so sorry. Honestly, I feel like a failure right now … I don’t even know what to say,” he added.
“Deep down inside I fear for what the next couple of months look like for myself. I’m sure there’ll be some dark times. I’ve just got to prepare for that now.”
Harry’s heartfelt realisation
Harry has taken to social media following his Olympics outcome to share how he’s feeling after some time to process and we’re glad to see him looking a bit more optimistic.
Sharing that he’s been “beating himself up for a couple of hours” over the events before coming to a “realisation”.
“I had this realisation that I wanted a two-decade journey to try and get that gold medal. And yes, I didn’t get that gold medal but I became my own friend in that journey,” Harry reflected.
Harry continued to explain that his self-worth was low at the beginning of the journey and now he feels like he has the relationship with himself to manage his inner-critic.
“Over the last three years, I really worked hard and trying to build my self-worth and trying to grow and evolve and be kind to myself more often. In that, I don’t get success, but I’d rather be my friend and have no success.”
Harry then got emotional as he went on to share his hopes of becoming a dad one day.
“Being a dad and not passing on negative things to my kids is really important to me. So I’m really happy that the two-decade journey wasn’t for nothing,” Harry finished.
Absolutely sensational human that the whole of Australia is cheering on right now, gold medal or not.
You can watch the Paris 2024 Olympics on 9 and 9Now. Harry Garside also appeared on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! in 2023 which you can watch on 10Play.
According to Herald Sun, Janet died peacefully on Friday with her daughters, Sarah and Eloise, by her side.
Janet also played Reb Keane in Prisoner: Cell Block H, and more recently appeared in Safe Home on SBS and the Logie-nominated Paramount+ drama Fake starring Asher Keddie.
Neighbours costars share tributes for Janet Andrewartha
In the social media post announcing Janet’s passing, Neighbours cast memberJackie Woodburne (who plays Susan Kennedy) remembered Janet as “an extraordinary woman” who she will miss.
“Janet was one of the finest actors of her generation, but more than that, she was an extraordinary woman,” Jackie said in the Neighbours post.
“Passionate, political, curious, delightfully eccentric, generous and fun. To me she was a steadfast friend for over 45 years. I will miss her every day.”
Stefan Dennis (who plays Paul Robinson) commented on the post to echo Jackie’s words.
“So very upset to lose the lovely Janet,” Stefan wrote. “As Jackie said, she truly was an exceptional actress who was a pleasure work with and to be around. We will all miss you dear girl.”
Lyn Scully once married Paul Robinson on the beloved soap. Image: Channel Ten.
Lucinda Cowden (who plays Melanie Pearson), remembered Janet’s impact in her role as Reb Keane in Prisoner: Cell Block H.
“I remember when I first saw her on Prisoner … she lit up the screen, and continued to grace us with her exceptional talent in so many interesting and unique characters,” Lucinda wrote. “Vale Janet.”
Holly Vallance (who played Felicity Scully, the daughter of Lyn) shared her heartbreak on X (formerly known as Twitter).
Deeply sad losing Janet Andrewartha. She was a superb human being who taught me so much from the age of 15. I'll treasure her last trip to the UK forever. Precious memories I'm so grateful for. A beautiful, talented, hilarious & kind woman. I'm so glad it was you who played my… pic.twitter.com/WYzSbCcxqU
“Precious memories I’m so grateful for. A beautiful, talented, hilarious & kind woman.
“I’m so glad it was you who played my Mum. You were the real deal. Made us feel safe. And looked after us when we were all so young in the industry. It was an honour to work beside you and call you a friend.”
Carla Bonner (who played Steph Scully, Lyn’s daughter) shared an image of a candle overnight to her Instagram Stories saying, “I will miss you forever.”
Image: Instagram/ @carlabonner3
Our thoughts go out to everyone affected by Janet’s passing.
“It’s very recent and very unexpected. I’m super happy. It’s really lovely.”
This is huge news for Home and Away fans as the rumours of the pair’s romance first started swirling in May after photos of Ada and James kissing emerged.
It was following the April announcement of Ada’s split from Adam Rigby. Ada and Adam were together for eight years.
James, 48, finalised his divorce from former Home And Away star Sarah Roberts in March. The pair were together for five years.
Were Ada and James together while shooting their wedding scene?
Ada and James play husband and wife on Home and Away as their characters Leah Patterson and Justin Morgan. In fact, the pair filmed wedding scenes for the soap last year and the episode itself aired in April.
Prior to Ada’s confirmation of their relationship, The Sunday Telegraph reported that she was spotted kissing James at a Seven Network Christmas party last year.
That being said, Ada shut down any rumours that she was involved with James during shooting.
“There weren’t genuine feelings then,” Ada explained.
The couple’s characters got married earlier this year. Image: Seven.
“It was shot last year. But I think whenever you’re watching any TV couple, you’re always wondering if they really do have feelings.
“We’ve always respected each other. We’ve known each other since [1998 soap opera] Breakers. Jimmy is an amazing actor,” she added.
“I’ve loved working with him for five years and I think our scenes are great. I always like going to work — we push ourselves, and push each other, in a really good way.”
As someone who’s watched Ada’s character, Leah, lose Vinnie (Ryan Kwanten) all those years ago, I’m happy for her. And for Ada too!
Remember when Jayden Eynaud told Eden Harperduring Married At First Sight’s confessions week that he slept with his ex’s best friend while she watched? It was truly shocking television in every sense of the word.
The shock quickly turned to confusion when a woman claiming to be Jayden’s ex-girlfriend told PEDESTRIAN.TV that his confession was a lie, though. Why — WHY — would you lie about something like… that?
It’s something that still baffles Jayden’s TV bride Eden, who admitted to Chattr that she found out it was a lie “during MAFS airing” like everyone else.
That’s a lot of months to be kept in the dark. Keep reading to see what Eden had to say about Jayden’s confession lie.
Jayden told Eden he slept with his ex’s best friend after finding out she cheated on him. Image: Nine.
How did Eden feel when Jayden told her that confession?
Even though it seemed like Jayden’s confession was quickly forgotten about by viewers, Eden revealed that the whole thing really changed things for the relationship.
“When I first experienced the confession letter in real life, I had only known Jayden a few weeks,” Eden told Chattr.
“It was hard at the time as I really liked him. Prior to finding out I trusted him 100 per cent and but that trust was completely shattered,” she continued.
“It made me question and overthink everything he ever said from that day on.
“So as much as I did make the choice to forgive him, the trust was subconsciously broken and I wouldn’t have been the best version of myself in the relationship from then on.”
How did Eden feel watching Australia’s reaction to Jayden’s confession?
Eden says that having to watch the confession on television was difficult, especially because of how much their relationship had grown outside the experiment in that time.
“Reliving the story all over again when it aired was really hard for me as by that point I’d been with the guy for seven-to-eight months and was completely in love.
“It was tough seeing everyone’s opinions and they way people spoke about him online.”
Eden was upset when she found out Jayden’s MAFS confession. Image: Nine.
How did Eden find out Jayden’s confession was a lie?
While Australia found out about the lie within 24 hours of the episode airing, Eden thought it was true for months — up until Jayden himself admitted it was false.
“The day after it aired, his ex-girlfriend had come out and claimed the story was false,” Eden recalled.
“After that, he did admit to me that it didn’t happen.
“It made me really angry to be honest — angry at him for putting me through that and putting his ex through that and for sharing it on national television.
“It honestly made me so angry that if I wanted to be with him, I really had to choose to forgive him for it and never bring it up again, which is the choice I made.”
Eden and Jayden announced their breakup in April 2024. Image: Nine.
She’s a stronger woman than me! Jayden and Eden announced their break up just after MAFS 2024 stopped airing.
As for why Jayden would make up a story that doesn’t necessarily make him look great of national (and later international) television, Eden hinted she’d probably never know.
“It baffles me to this day why anyone would make that up,” she explained to Chattr.
“I couldn’t get a straight answer from him as to why, just lots of different reasons and blaming other people which didn’t make any sense.”
House of the Dragon has once again shocked its viewers with confronting footage and this time it’s kept it in the family with an incest scene. Yes, you read that right.
Although it’s a storyline we’ve seen before in the Game of Thrones universe and George R.R Martin‘s work in general, viewers of the hit show have some thoughts about the latest House of the Dragon incest scene where a character imagined having sex with his mother.
— edgar allan’s hoe 🐦⬛🔮 (@NightOwlNikk) July 15, 2024
While it’s almost expected from the same show that shocked viewers with a confronting blowjob scene earlier this month, I can understand the confused reaction from the general public when it comes to the House of the Dragon incest scene in question.
Whether you’re a regular viewer of House of the Dragon or not, one thing’s for sure: this scene is so uncomfortable to watch (which you can do below at your own risk):
I just watch finished watching house of the dragon episode 5 and this scene of Daemon having sexs with his mother is so cringe, disgusting and absolutely unnecessary. These shows are taking this incest thing to another level like what was even the aim?? 🤮🤬 pic.twitter.com/fnGxk8U1Ft
What happens in the incest scene with Daemon’s mother?
The footage shows Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith) having a very sensual dream about his mother, Alyssa Targaryen (Emeline Lambert).
“Daemon, you were always the strong one. The finest swordsman. The fearless dragon rider,” Alyssa tells her son as he… goes down on her.
Keep your head where I can see it! Image: House of the Dragon.
At one point, she says, “If only you’d been born first, my favourite son.”
This was the first appearance viewers have seen of Daemon’s mother as she passed away during childbirth complications.
For the uninitiated, Daemon is also married to his own niece Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy). In this House of the Dragon episode, the visions he has of his mother are sent by witch Alys Rivers (Gayle Rankin) to wig him out.
One person questioned the point of the scene including Daemon’s mother, labelling it as “so cringe, disgusting and absolutely unnecessary” on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Shannen Doherty has sadly died after a long battle with cancer. She was just 53 years old.
Shannen was well known for her roles in Charmed, Beverly Hills, 90210, Heathers, Mallrats and more.
Shannen’s publicist confirmed the tragic news to PEOPLE overnight.
Shannen Doherty as Prue Halliwell in Charmed. Image: Charmed.
Shannen Doherty’s publicist confirmed the news
“It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty,” Shannen’s longtime publicist, Leslie Sloane, confirmed in an exclusive statement to PEOPLE.
“On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after many years of fighting the disease.
“The devoted daughter, sister, aunt and friend was surrounded by her loved ones as well as her dog, Bowie.
“The family asks for their privacy at this time so they can grieve in peace,” the statement continued.
Costars mourn Shannen Doherty’s death
Shannen’s costars and friends have been taking to social media to grieve following the news of her death.
Rose McGowan, who starred in Charmed following Shannen’s departure from the hit show, remembered her friend as a “soft-hearted badass” with the “heart of a lion”.
Jennie Garth starred in Beverly Hills, 90210 with Shannen, both in the original version of the series and the 90210 reboot which started airing in 2008.
“I am still processing my tremendous grief over the loss of my long-time friend Shannen, the woman I have often described as one of the strongest people I have ever known,” Jennie wrote alongside photos of the pair from their early Beverly Hills, 90210 days.
Shenae Grimes-Beech, who played Annie Wilson in the 90210 reboot alongside Shannen, shared her tribute on Instagram Reels.
“To the icon, the legend, the take-no-sh!t WARRIOR of a woman, Shannen Doherty… thank you for inspiring me in more ways than I can bring myself to put into words right now,” Shenae wrote alongside a video she posted to Instagram.
“You paved the way and it was an absolute privilege and honour to follow in your footsteps.”
Watch her full video and read what she had to say about Shannen’s inspiration in the post below.
Tori Spelling wrote “I don’t have outward words yet… but we KNEW and that’s what matters” to her Instagram Stories alongside a selfie of her and Shannen.
Tori was also in Beverly Hills, 90210. Image: Instagram / @torispelling.
Shannen Doherty cause of death
Shannen was diagnosed with breast cancer almost a decade ago. She confirmed the news in August 2015 when she was aged 44.
“Yes, I have breast cancer, and I am currently undergoing treatment,” the actress said in a statement to PEOPLE at the time.
Two years later Shannen went into remission but announced in 2020 that the cancer had returned as Stage 4. It was made public in court documents that her cancer was terminal, as reported by TODAY.
Shannen underwent brain surgery in 2023 following the cancer metastasising to her bones and brain.
Shannen had been open and honest about her condition in her ‘Let’s Be Clear’ podcast, sharing that earlier treatment protocols were no longer working.
Our thoughts are with Shannen’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.
The Married At First Sight 2024 drama is still in full force with Sara Mesa and Lauren Dunn calling out MAFS groom Tim Calwell for his latest Instagram Reel.
But now the rest of the MAFS cast have gotten involved, as they do, and the word ‘drama’ just doesn’t cut it.
Keep reading to catch up on everything from start to finish.
What did Tim post on Instagram?
Tim shared a video to his 111,000 Instagram followers which featured Tim doing activities with his new girlfriend, Barbara Griebeler, attending a few appointments and showing a car with a sign reading, “WARNING! 100% BITCH”.
“This car reminds me of someone,” Tim’s voiceover said.
Sara, who was fake-married to Tim during the experiment, took to Instagram Stories to express her frustration.
What Sara said about Tim’s reel
“If my partner put a video of us doing cute things together on the internet for the world to see and then subliminally took a dig at his ex-girlfriend, I would be livid. Livid,” Sara said in her Instagram Stories.
Sara took to Instagram Stories to air her thoughts about Tim’s reel. Image: @saramessy
“I hope that she’s still okay that you mentioned me in there, regardless of whether it’s calling me ‘100% Bitch’. Don’t you think that it’s time to move on and give her that respect as well?” Sara asked.
Sara also suggested that there was a side of Tim not shown on MAFS Season 11.
“That reel that you made including me is giving insecure and that is the man that you showed to me the whole time on the show. And I really wish that people could have seen that side.”
What Lauren had to say about Tim’s reel
Sara’s MAFS bestie, Lauren, also entered the chat in her own Q&A on Instagram Stories.
Lauren entered the chat to call Tim out for using the word “Bitch”. Source: @lauren_funn_
“Do these men not get it? We just don’t call women bitches in 2024,” Lauren said.
“The men in our season, they just weren’t it. They just don’t understand society and what’s acceptable and what’s not acceptable,” she continued.
“Just a lack of intelligence and I can’t argue with stupid people.”
Lauren also noted that she was sent the video because she doesn’t follow Tim.
What Tim had to say about his reel
Speaking to Yahoo Lifestyle!, Tim said that he didn’t mention anyone specifically.
“I didn’t actually mention anyone at all! It seems like everyone is projecting their own thoughts onto my reel,” he told Yahoo Lifestyle!
“I like talking about my life experiences, regardless of if that chapter in my life is closed. MAFS is certainly a unique experience and I’ll likely keep sharing mine.”
What the MAFS cast are saying about the post
When the account @sodramaticpodcast_ posted Sara’s Instagram Story on their own page, fellow MAFS 2024 cast member Eden Harper entered the chat.
The video moment the cast are talking about. Image: @timcalwell
“So Sara can call Cass [Allen] a c****, Lauren call Jono [McCullough] a snake, dog, c*** (to name a few),” Eden wrote in the comments section.
“But that’s funny and lighthearted… It’s only unacceptable and wrong when Tim does it? The double standards are laughable.”
MAFS intruder Michael Felix added, “Louder for the people in the back” and Jono wrote, “Double standard queens.”
When asked by Chattr what her thoughts are about Sara and Lauren calling out Tim’s behaviour, she made it clear that what Tim said was “inappropriate”.
“I don’t think there was any malicious intent from Tim, but it’s definitely important for him to understand that using that kind of language is inappropriate and can be really damaging,” Eden told Chattr.
“However, I also believe that Lauren and Sara need to take some accountability for the name calling, insults, and bullying behaviour that they constantly demonstrate themselves.”
What do Lauren and Sara think about their cast’s comments?
In response to the “double standards” claims of her cast mates, Sara argued that “two wrongs don’t make a right”.
“Just because I did wrong doesn’t mean that Tim gets a hall pass for alluding to calling me a bitch,” Sara told Chattr.
“I apologised to Cassandra,” Sara added, in response to calling her the C word.
“That is the only time I use vulgar language to someone. And I would never do that publicly on the internet for the world to see.”
Lauren responded to the comments from her MAFS cast mates in a follow-up video on Instagram.
“I was the queen of the insult. I understand that. The purpose of what we’re talking about is men with a platform perpetuating language that is violent to women.”
MAFS continue to deliver lessons in what’s acceptable even without them all on our screens, no John Aiken required.
As with many celebrities you see and hear about, Will Ferrell is not actually the Stepbrothers actor’s real name.
In fact, Ferrell rarely gets addressed by his real name and would get “so embarrassed” if it was ever brought up.
In celebration of Anchorman‘s 20th anniversary, Ferrel joined his costar Christina Applegate and Jamie-Lynn Sigler (Big Sky) on their MeSsy podcast, where he discussed his legal name.
“It wasn’t my choice,” Will said on his legal name. Image: FOX Searchlight
What is Will Ferrell’s real name?
Ferrell’s legal name is John William Ferrell.
Discussing his youth with Applegate, Ferrell mentioned that he was able to make friends easily thanks to “being funny”.
However, he mentioned that the start of every school year could be quite embarrassing for him thanks to his real name rearing its head.
“This is a minor thing in terms of — it’s not really even trauma — but I remember feeling so embarrassed because my real name is John, John William Ferrell, so first day of school, I’d be John,” Ferrel recalled on the podcast.
“The teacher would be like ‘John Ferrell?’ and it was so embarrassing to me to have to say ‘Here, but I go by Will, I don’t go by John.’ “
Does Ferrell ever use his real first name?
Ferrell noted it took a while for his teachers to remember that he actually went by Will and not John, which was “excruciating”.
He also explained that kids at school would ask about his name after hearing him correct the teachers.
“I don’t know why that was so embarrassing to me to have to explain ‘I’m actually Will’,” he said.
“My parents named [me] John but they called me Will. I grew up as Will, but on a rule sheet, my legal name is John Ferrell.”
Ferrell told Applegate that he doesn’t like his legal name because it wasn’t his “choice”.
To be fair, I know a few people who’ve gone by their middle name their whole lives.
If you’re keen to love some lamp after reading this, you can watch Anchorman on Stan.
If you think that Cam from Modern Family — Eric Stonestreet — is likely the loveliest person in the world, podcast host Taylor Strecker‘s firsthand opinion of the actor is here to shake things up.
During an episode of Amazon Live’s In Bed With Paige DeSorbo (if you don’t listen to her Giggly Squad podcast with Hannah Berner, you should), Strecker did not hold back on her experience with the Modern Family star.
Well, this should be interesting! Image: Modern Family
“Who’s the worst guest you’ve ever had on your podcast?” DeSorbo asked Strecker, who is the host of the Taste of Taylor podcast.
Unfazed, Strecker dropped Stonestreet’s name like the hot tea it is.
“He’s [Cameron Tucker] from Modern Family, and he’s like the chubby, jolly, sweet, funny one,” Strecker clarified when DeSorbo didn’t recognise the name.
“Could he be anything but… nasty!”
Strecker explained she quickly learned he was on her podcast to promote none other than Pepto-Bismol.
For the uninitiated, Pepto-Bismol is an anti-diarrhoea medication that’s a staple in American households but not available in Australia.
“So we’re chatting away, and I’m being my adorable self, and then he hits me with, ‘So when are we gonna talk about Pepto-Bismol?’”
Trying to roll with it, Strecker joked, “I have hemorrhoids. I’m the queen of diarrhea. I love Pepto-Bismol! We can talk about whatever you want.”
That was when she explained that things got a little sassy, if you will.
“And he said to me — and I quote — ‘Somebody didn’t do their homework.,” Strecker recalled.
As someone who interviews people in media regularly, that’s a pretty rough thing to hear.
“I said, ‘I’m sorry. Am I getting paid by Pepto-Bismol? No. So that’s your job to figure out, not mine.”
You know when people are relaying a story and it’s unclear if they actually said that thing or just thought it in response? I really hope she said that to him for the popcorn value alone.
It’s understood that the podcast appearance was likely around the time of his 2011 partnership with Pepto-Bismol for a Feeding America campaign.
I’d love to know the thoughts of whoever was the Pepto-Bismol publicist at the time. You know what they say? There are 17 sides to every story.
Esteemed US comedian Chelsea Handler told The Project host Sam Taunton exactly how she felt about the Margot Robbie pregnancy joke he made and it wasn’t pretty.
Rumours quickly spread yesterday that Robbie and her partner, Tom Ackerley, were expecting their first child after paparazzi shots of the actress sporting an exposed stomach surfaced.
As Australia’s golden girl, it’s no surprise that Robbie’s reported pregnancy with Ackerley was a topic of conversation on the entertainment news program, The Project.
What was the Margot Robbie pregnancy joke?
“I’ve seen the Barbie movie by the way,” Taunton said. “It’s going to have to be a C-section.”
The joke didn’t immediately land with his cohosts, who started asking what he meant.
Later in The Project episode, which aired Monday, June 8, Handler joined the desk to promote her upcoming comedy tour titled ‘Little Big Bitch’.
“Before you get started, I want to touch on your Barbie joke,” Handler told Taunton.
“How can you even make a joke like that when you know a comedian is coming on the show? That’s humiliating for both of us,” she roasted him.
“It was a really bad joke. I felt so bad for you.”
Obviously aware of the cringe-worthy joke, Taunton told Handler that he was hoping it would never be brought up again.
“I had to,” Handler replied.
Sarah Harris and Tunny looked visibly uncomfortable as the exchange was happening, but also like they were low-key loving it. Who doesn’t love a good roast of their mate?
While it was definitely a case of two comedians joking with one another, it’s got to hurt to be schooled by someone so iconic on national television!
Handler’s tour kicks off in Melbourne Tuesday, July 9, and will also stop in Brisbane and Sydney. Buy tickets here.
If you’re looking for a chance at love with your very own farmer than we have some good news for you — Farmer Wants A Wife 2025 is taking applications. Right now! Keep reading for how to apply.
If you’re thinking, ‘Reality TV dating shows never work!’ then I should first remind you that Farmer Wants A WifeAustralia has created 10 marriages, two engagements and 26 kids (!!!) since it started airing over a decade ago.
It’s definitely more successful than the likes of, well, Married At First Sight and The Bachelor (RIP). So how can you apply for Farmer Wants A Wife 2025?
Farmer Want A Wife 2025: How to apply
Farmer Wants A Wife applications have officially opened via the show’s official website.
“Many Aussie farmers have found love through Farmer Wants a Wife Australia,” reads the application page via casting company MyCastingNet.
“Now it’s your turn.”
To apply, choose your favourite farmer by clicking on their profile here, scroll to the bottom and click the button that says “Apply here to meet Farmer X”.
You will need to be available between September and December 2024 (and agree to live on the farm for the length of shooting), at least 21 years of age and an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.
As always, “you must be single and genuinely looking for love”.
What does the Farmer Wants A Wife Application involve?
Farmer Wants A Wife applications require three photographs, including a headshot, a full-length shot and a photo where you’re holding the day’s date. I guess that last one helps rule out catfishing?
You will also need to include your social media profiles (it is 2024 after all!) among other questions.
MasterChef Australia 2024 has been a j-o-u-r-n-e-y, and now that we’re finally at the tail end of the season, we can confirm when the finale will air.
Throughout the season we’ve had impressive celebrity appearances, like Jamie Oliver and Curtis Stone, as well as some seriously drool-worthy dishes.
While this season’s been nothing short of spectacular, like all good things, it must come to an end.
When is the MasterChef Australia 2024 finale on?
With just five contestants remaining, next week will see the competition enter Finals Week.
As per usual, the remaining Home Cooks will be whittled down until just three two are left to battle it out in the season’s final episode.
Channel 10 has confirmed to Chattr that this season’s MasterChef Australia finale will air on Tuesday, 16 July.
Who’s still in the competition?
At the time of writing, five contestants are still in the running for the MasterChef Australia 2024 finale.
Nat, Mimi, Josh ‘Pezza’ Perry, Harry and Sav will all take part in Finals Week in the hope of taking out the competition.
What is the MasterChef Australia 2024 prize?
The last standing contestant will, of course, receive bragging rights, as well as a whopping $250,000 cash prize. They’ll also (probably) gain a blue tick on Instagram. Winning!
What will happen during the MasterChef Australia Finals Week?
The episode that airs on Sunday July 7, will see one of the remaining five contestants eliminated. They will face off with some of the world’s most extreme ingredients and must select one ingredient to tame.
On Monday, the top four will tackle their final mystery box of the season. Under each mystery box is a golden ticket, and the winner of the challenge will be the first home cook to secure their place in the MasterChef Australia semi-final.
In the final challenge of the week on Tuesday, fish king Josh Niland will set a three-hour pressure test that will push everyone to their limits. Which seafood aficionado Harry will probably be excited about (if he makes it past Sunday’s elim ep).
The MasterChef Australia 2024 Finale will air on Tuesday, 16 July on Channel 10 and 10Play at 7:30pm.
Love Island has a number of iterations, but there’s no doubt that its biggest is Love Island UK, and a brand spanking new season has dropped for 2024.
There’s a whole new bunch of sexy singles in the Spanish villa for Season 11, all with the hope of finding more followers and blue tickslove.
Here’s everything we know about Love Island UK 2024, including where to watch it in Australia.
Love Island UK 2024 release date
Love Island UK 2024 premiered Monday, June 3 in the UK with episodes dropping seven days a week. Love Island UK Season 11 premiered in Australia two days afterwards, on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.
How to watch Love Island UK in Australia
Fans of the reality dating show can watch Love Island UK in Australia on 9Now. Episodes drop just two days after they do in the UK, at 6pm AEST every night.
Who’s in the Love Island UK 2024 cast?
As always, the Love Island UK cast is made up of absolute 10/10s. Let’s meet the islanders who entered night one, shall we?
Nicole Samuel
Mimii Ngulube
Samantha Kenny
Patsy Field
Jess White
Harriet Blackmore
Sean Stone
Ayo Odukoya
Ciaran Davies
Ronnie Vint
Munveer Jabbal
Sam Taylor
Who’s the host of Love Island UK 2024?
TV Personality Maya Jama returns as host. She took over from Laura Whitmore in 2022.
Love Island UK prize money
Most of the Love Island UK usually manage to gain a huge chunk of followers along the way as the show airs. However, the winning couple — as voted by the public — will receive a £50,000 (approx. 95,000 Australian dollars!) cash prize which they must split.
Who won Love Island UK 2023?
Fan favourite Jess Harding and her then-boyfriend Sammy Root took out the win. However, the couple broke up just two months after the finale aired.
Stream Love Island UK in Australia on 9Now from June 5.
Jessica Gunning wowed audiences around the world with her groundbreaking portrayal of Martha in the Netflix sensation Baby Reindeer.
However, news has just surfaced that there was another name in the mix for the role and I’m not sure how to feel about it.
According to a report by Variety, a source has claimed that agents for creator Richard Gadd (who also wrote and starred in Baby Reindeer as himself) “pushed aggressively” for Melissa McCarthy to play the leading role of Martha.
While McCarthy is known for her comedic roles such as her ones in Bridesmaids, The Heat and more, she has also shown her depth and more serious side in other roles such as Can You Ever Forgive Me? in 2018.
“A knowledgeable source says McCarthy met Gadd about the role but ultimately wasn’t interested,” the Variety report said.
“Those familiar with the production say Gadd micromanaged casting and fired his CAA agents after they and Netflix pushed aggressively for Melissa McCarthy to be cast as Martha.”
I don’t doubt that McCarthy would’ve been phenomenal in the role of Martha just like she nails every other character she’s portrayed, but Gunning’s casting was so perfect it’s hard to imagine the shoes being filled by anyone else.
Honestly, the way she brought so many layers to such a complex character was incredible.
About Baby Reindeer
Baby Reindeer has been met with high acclaim since the seven-episode series premiered on Netflix in April 2024.
Fiona Harvey (the woman claiming to be the real-life Martha) has since accused Gadd of lying in a tell-all interview with Piers Morgan.
Harvey has filed a $255 million lawsuit against Netflix, suing for defamation, negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress and more.
You can stream every episode of Baby Reindeer on Netflix (if you haven’t already).
You know what they say: oral sex sells. OK, maybe that’s not quite it, but the gobby scene in the latest episode of House of the Dragon sure is getting people talking about the hit show.
The Game of Thrones spinoff has shocked viewers of Season 2, Episode 3 thanks to a massive penis (or schlong, wang, meat slapper for the more fun among you) alongside a spot of confronting blowjob activity.
It happened around halfway through the episode, which I know not from watching (it’s on my list) but because of how wild the internet’s going over it.
So how does a bit of head happen mid-episode, you ask? Well, King Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney) treated his soldiers to a cheeky night out at a brothel — as you do — following many drinks.
When they rock up to said brothel, King Aegon opens a set of curtains to reveal a bunch of people getting jiggy with it.
The first curtain? A rather large penis. In a mouth. In front of all of our salads.
In case you were wondering: it’s been widely reported that the penis in question was a prosthetic one.
More explicit sex acts were revealed as he continued pulling back curtains, but nothing quite slapped viewers in the face like that first scenario.
The Game of Thrones universe is not a stranger to nudity and sex scenes. In the same episode, there is a full-frontal nude scene of Prince Aemond Targaryen (played by Ewan Mitchell).
Regardless, nothing prepared The House of the Dragon community for what they saw in Season 2, Episode 3.
“Was not expecting an explicit blowjob then Aemond full frontal in the span of 2 minutes,” a Redditor wrote.
If you want to see what went down for yourself (no judgement), then you can stream The House of Dragon on BINGE.
There’s some strong intel that Home and Away‘s golden girl — none other than OG Kate Ritchie — could be returning to Summer Bay. And you know what? I think it’s what the show needs.
Kate Richie played Sally Fletcher on the Australian soap from 1988 until 2008 and her character absolutely went through it throughout her 20-year stint.
Her storylines included (but were not limited to) a dead husband, a long-lost brother and an imaginary friend. What a trooper!
Sally was an icon in Summer Bay and our television screens alike. There’s no doubt about it. And in my humble opinion, Home and Away has lost the plot in the years since she left the show.
That’s why I’m absolutely rooting for all these rumours about her returning to be true. But will it be enough, or is the show too far gone?
Will Kate Richie return to Home and Away?
Last year, Richie told her radio co-hosts on the Ryan ‘Fitzy’ Fitzgerald and Michael “Wippa” Wipfli that she’d definitely be back for a final episode of the show — not unlike Kylie Minogue returning from the final episode of Neighbours (or what we thought was the final episode).
“If Ray Meagher (Alf Stewart) asked me to come back, to change the sheets in the Caravan Park, I’d be there,” Richie told her cohosts in 2023.
“I know you’re going back to the bay,” Wippa pushed. “I’ve seen your emails as I sit next to you in the office.”
“No you don’t, you have bad eyes,” Richie laughed back.
Wippa went on to say that he wanted to get “Home & Away fans warmed up” by “rolling out a couple of scenes here at Nova”. As he delved further into his plans, Kate asked:
“What is the point of this? Why are you trying to make me look silly, and you’re actually trying to blow an exclusive.”
The rumours of Ritchie’s Home and Away return come after Meagher told TV Tonight that the longtime soap has lost its way.
When Ritchie started on the show, Home and Away was about a seaside community with the Fletcher family taking in foster children.
In recent times, however, the show became more focused on harder-hitting storylines, like crime, since the infamous “River Boys” (Lincoln Younes, Steve Peacocke and Dan Ewing) of 2011.
“I mean, that was just a great period. But was it Summer Bay? Hmmm …. in my humble opinion, not to that extent.”
But can any one person actually save Summer Bay?
While it seems like a return from Richie could help to get Home and Away bring back some lost viewers, there’d need to be more than just her reprised character to save the soap.
We’ve seen the return of other Home and Away OGs before like Roo Stewart (Georgie Parker) and Marilyn Chambers (Emily Symons), however, the show’s storylines and character mix were still different to its heyday.
Take Summer Bay High, for example. Not having the high school (we haven’t seen it since 2019) gaping hole in the current Home and Away format.
When a photo of ex-Summer Bay High students Casey Braxton (Younes), Sasha Bezmel (Demi Harman), Spencer Harrington (Andrew Morley) and Maddy Osborne (Kassandra Clementi) was posted to a popular Facebook group, fans were quick to get nostalgic.
“I wish they would use the school scenes again,” one fan wrote.
“I loved that it USED [to] encompass most age groups, if I am entirely honest I no longer get sad if I miss a[n] episode or two, or seven,” wrote another.
“Bring back those days. The present storylines are ridiculous.”
Perhaps if Sally comes back and resumes her role as a teacher, and they bring back a whole bunch of teenagers that Australia’s youth can relate to, then Home and Away might be in with a fighting chance?
If they could bring back Kim Hyde (Chris Hemsworth) while they’re at it, that’d be great.
Last night, fan favourite Lachlan “Lochy” Whittle‘s time in the MasterChef kitchen came to a devastating end after he lost the time auction elimination challenge to fellow contestant (and bestie), Harry Butterfield.
“I’m just really proud of the food that I was able to put up,” Whittle reflects, speaking with Chattr.
“To not have the apparatus of what I’m so used to and what I’m actually really good at, to be able to get as deep in the competition as I did. I am extremely proud of that moment.”
Whittle describes the solace he finds in cooking and the release it gives him; something he looks forward to after work, even on the “bad days.”
“[You] just put on an album and cook something delicious and just groove to some music, and everything’s going to be all right again,” he says.
Whittle’s story has touched the hearts of many a MasterChef viewer after the heartbreaking reveal that his mother, Jan, passed away from Huntington’s Disease just days before filming.
The news came out during the Mum Cook challenge episode, along with another poignant revelation: that Whittle has since discovered he has inherited the degenerative brain condition.
Despite not having a conventional upbringing, he recalls, one where disease was an uncannily familiar character, but “always a difficult thing,” Whittle thanks his mum for giving him the power in that cook “to be able to push through, and realise that no matter what there is, I can overcome obstacles and keep pushing forward.”
He remembers that challenging day on the Masterchef floor, “the crew and the other contestants and even the judges knew what I was going through, and the support that I had on that day was phenomenal.”
Thinking about some of his favourite moments from the show, Whittle is grateful for the close friendship he struck up with kitchen mate, Harry Butterfield.
“It means the world to be able to be able to come into the competition and be able to click with somebody like Harry from day one,” he says.
“To have that kind of support system, that we would do so much together on our mornings to help get into the zone. Going into the kitchen and cooking every day, and then being able to come back and debrief with each other, cook for each other, and just talk about food and support each other’s ideas… it just made it so, so great.”
The ultimate Masterchef ‘bromance’ – can we please make ‘Hochy’ a thing?
He also fondly calls to mind “a really cool moment” that happened with esteemed Vietnamese-Australian chef and restaurateur, Luke Nguyen. It was particularly significant to him, given it was Nguyen who first made Whittle “fall in love” with Vietnamese cuisine.
“I actually travelled to Vietnam because of falling in love with him and his show and how he talks about food,” says Whitall.
“In my first cook in that elimination, I tried to really ‘MasterChef’ something on a traditional Vietnamese dish, and just didn’t pull it off.”
Despite the dish, short rib Bo La Lot, being what he estimates to be around 15 minutes away from what he envisioned, Whittle describes “the little message that Luke wrote to me in my Luke Nguyen Vietnam cookbook, which was absolutely beautiful, that made me feel so good about where my head was at.”
Lochy in the kitchen with Luke Nguyen – Instagram @lochycooks
“Don’t be surprised if you see that coming up in one of my restaurants, because I thought that was a fabulous idea,” wrote Nguyen.
The chef also gave a cheeky “Ps.” that he would be nabbing the wing bean and green mango pickle recipe Whittle used in his subsequent ghee-seared kingfish cook.
“I pride myself on Vietnamese cooking, and I tried to do a lot in that cook to really impress him. I may have bitten off more than I could chew, especially for a dish I hadn’t tested or done before,” Whittle admits.
“But to have that message after not being eliminated come down right in front of me really made me feel special about that.”
Watch MasterChef Australia from Sunday – Thursday on Channel 10 and 10 Play.
If Harry Jowsey‘s actions on the latest season of Netflix’s Perfect Match didn’t shock you then the serious coin he can make on Instagram sure will.
The 27-year-old Australian reality TV star — who shot to fame on Netflix’s Too Hot Too Handle debut season in 2020 — has an impressive 4.4 million followers on Instagram alone.
Jowsey shot to fame in 2020 on the debut season of Netflix’s Too Hot To Handle. (Image: @harryjowsey.)
That’s a lot of potential influence and reach, something that is reflected in his estimated earnings on the platform.
As reported by PEDESTRIAN.TV, talent agency Hunter Talent has shared that Jowsey could charge just over $20,000 per post on the platform. Meanwhile, all a selfie costs me is my dignity.
Hear me out but I reckon I could also make $20K a post if I looked like this. And went on reality TV. Four times. (Image: @harryjowsey.)
In addition to his Instagram followers, Jowsey also has a podcast and YouTube channel to further attract brands into working with him.
He is also consistently re-entering the spotlight, following his reality TV debut in the midst of a global lockdown with stints on Dancing With The Stars, The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition and most recently the second season of Perfect Match.
Considering the cheeky possum knows how to cause a stir on screen, it’s safe to assume that each stint brings some increased engagement to Jowsey’s platforms.
In the latest season of Perfect Match, Jowsey was caught lying to his match on the show about kissing another contestant.
Is the pope catholic? (Image: Netflix.)
In the past, he was televised proposing to Francesca Farago following their rollercoaster romance on Too Hot To Handle.
The bloke does some questionable shit but boy does he know how to make good television. And with an estimated $20,000 price tag, I’m assuming he can do the same thing for Instagram ads.
There are a lot of things I’m still forgiving Grey’s Anatomy creator Shonda Rhimes for (like that musical episode — why?) but the departure of Mark Sloan (Eric Dane) from the Seattle Grace roster is pretty high on that list.
Today Dane — the man who played McStreamy before he rudely McLeft us — has helped us inch closer to closure by clarifying why he was savagely booted from the wildly successful television drama.
Not mad, just disappointed. (Image: Grey’s Anatomy.)
(Side note: I’m going to assume if you’re here you know what happened to Dane’s character in Grey’s Anatomy Season 9 but, on the off chance you don’t, I should let you know that this article will include spoilers.)
In a new podcast episode of Dax Shepard‘s Armchair Expert, Dane opened up about his struggles with drugs and alcohol, however, clarified that it wasn’t the reason he left Grey’s Anatomy.
In fact, he basically says he didn’t leave at all — at least not on his own accord.
“I didn’t leave so much as I think I was let go,” Dane explained.
“I was struggling. They didn’t let me go because of that, although it definitely didn’t help”.
The 51-year-old went on to say that he was let go after his six-year stint on the medical drama due to his pay-check.
“I was starting to become – as most of these actors who have spent significant time on the show – you start to become very expensive for the network,” Dane told Shepard.
“And the network knows that the show is going to do what it’s going to do irrespective of who they keep on it – as long as they have their [Meredith] Grey they were fine.”
Mark Sloan left our television screens in 2012, returning once as a special guest in 2021. (Image: Grey’s Anatomy.)
To refresh your memory, Dane was killed off following a fatal plane accident.
It was extra hard pill to swallow considering we had lost Lexie Grey (Chyler Leigh) — another main character and McSteamy’s longtime love interest — just a few episodes prior.
It’s still one of the most talked about storylines of the show’s 20-season strong run on air.
Me every time I watch the Season 8 finale. (Image: Grey’s Anatomy.)
The deaths of the pair were so impactful that Seattle Grace Mercy West Hospital was renamed the Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital in tribute.
Dane joined Grey’s Anatomy in Season Two which aired back in 2006.
“I wasn’t the same guy they had hired. So I had understood when I was let go,” Dane explained on the podcast.
“And Shonda was really great,” Dane clarified of the mastermind behind the show.
“She protected us fiercely. She protected us publicly. She protected us privately…,” he continued.
“But I was probably fired. It wasn’t ceremoniously like, ‘You’re fired,’ it was just like, ‘You’re not coming back.’”
They say reasons can provide understanding and closure, but I’m not sure these ones are going to help me sleep any better at night. Especially when my dreams involve an alternate universe where Mark and Lexie have several babies.
But at least Dane can get decent shut-eye knowing that the show peaked while he was on it?
You can stream every episode of Grey’s Anatomy on Disney+.
Former MAFS stars Brett and Angel Renall and Benjamin Blackwell shared the news of Andrew’s death to Instagram, as reported by NZ Herald.
“It’s with the heaviest hearts we’ve come together to acknowledge the passing of Andrew Jury,” the statement read.
“We had the absolute pleasure of filming and participating in a show which leaves us intricately linked for a lifetime.”
Andrew appeared on the very first season of MAFS NZ. (Image: @juryandrew.)
Andrew’s time on MAFS NZ
Andrew appeared in MAFS NZ Season 1 back in 2017 when he was aged 26. He was matched with bride Vicky Gleeson-Stokes but the pair were not able to make the relationship work beyond the reality TV show.
A year after his time on MAFS, Andrew publicly questioned the show’s ethics, saying he and his match, Vicky, were complete opposites.
Andrew’s MAFS wedding day in 2017. (Image: @juryandrew)
Andrew also made accusations about the filming conditions while on the show, as reported by NZ Herald.
Warner Bros Discovery — the company that brings MAFS NZ to screens — has said that they take their duty of care “extremely seriously”.
“Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) expresses our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Andrew Jury,” a WBD spokesperson told NZ Herald.
“WBD takes duty of care extremely seriously and has protocols in place regarding the wellbeing of cast and crew.
“All MAFS NZ contributors have access to mental health professionals throughout the process, including pre-screening, during production and after broadcast.”
Tributes flow from MAFS cast-mates
Andrew was described by his fellow MAFS cast-mates as “the life of the party”.
Andrew’s costars have paid tribute to their friend. (Image: @juryandrew)
“Despite his struggles, Andrew was always friendly and the life of the party during our shared experience and he really valued his time on the show,” the statement from MAFS NZ stars Brett, Angel and Benjamin read.
“Everyone from our series is in shock,” fellow MAFS NZ star Haydn Daniels said, as reported by The Sun.
Our thoughts are with everyone who knew Andrew and is grieving his loss.
If you need mental health support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 orchat online.
Having a big Instagram following is practically a prerequisite for being on Dancing With The Stars Australia.
So, it should come as little surprise that this year’s famous faces have millions of Instagram followers between them.
From a popstar to a Gold Logie winner, this year’s DWTS cast has seriously big platforms, and they will use these to share some insider looks at their time on the popular reality show.
Here’s how to follow the cast of Dancing With The Stars 2024 on Instagram.
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In tonight’s episode of I’m A Celebrity Australia2026, Matt Zukowski has opened up about his failed marriage to influencer Tammy Hembrow, telling campmate Deni Hines that they’re relationship was doomed before the couple even exchanged vows.
In a heart-to-heart at camp, Deni asks Matt what happened when he got married to Tammy that “made it all go pear-shaped”.
“It was pear-shaped before. I was very much convinced that things would get better once we were married, and things would change, and it actually got a lot worse,” he explained.
Deni then asked Matt if he could see himself getting married again, and while he confirmed he could, he seemed to take another pointed jab at Tammy, when he said he wouldn’t try and find his next wife “on Instagram”.
In a producer-led confessional, Matt said that his feelings for Tammy were genuine.
“I did love my ex-wife, and I did do it out of hope that we could work on things and make it work. I gave it my all to try to make that work. I definitely did. I lost a lot of myself in that relationship,” he explained.
Tammy and Matt. Image: Instagram.
What happened between Matt Zukowoski and Tammy Hembrow?
Tammy and Matt first connected when Matt slid into Tammy’s DMs on TikTok. Their chemistry quickly led to real-life dates, and the couple went public with their relationship in late 2023.
Only months after going public, Matt popped the question to Tammy during a romantic getaway in the Maldives. The couple tied the knot in 2024 with a lavish celebration at Chateau Du Soleil in Byron Bay.
However, the couple didn’t last long married. In June 2025, Tammy shared a tearful video on TikTok and publicly announced that she was filing for divorce after just seven months of marriage.
I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Continues Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 7.30pm, and Sunday at 7pm. Watch + Stream Free On 10.
Only part of Beast GamesSeason 2 has been released on Prime Video so far, and 21 players are in the running to take home the $5 million grand prize.
The show is hosted by world-famous American YouTuber and entrepreneur Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, who has an estimated net worth of $2.6 billion.
MrBeast is well-known for handing out massive cash prizes on his YouTube channel, and, if the show follows in last year’s footsteps, the victorious player could even double their winnings and pocket a whopping ten million.
Beast Games Season 1 saw Jeff Allen win after facing off against Twana Barnett in a bluffing game. He won $10 million, which he said he planned to spend helping find a cure for his son Lucas’s rare disease, Creatine Transporter Deficiency.
Beast Games Season 2 kicked off with 200 players, but through eliminations and bribes, 179 players have been knocked out of the running. And, while the finale hasn’t been released yet, fans believe that betting odds have already given away the winner.
Some of the Beast Games Season 2 contestants. Image: Prime.
What are the odds of who wins Beast Games Season 2?
Beast Games betting odds on Polymarket, which is a site where people can bet or trade on the outcome of real-world events, have player 167, Tyler Lucas, with a dramatic lead over the other contestants.
The site says Tyler has a 59% chance of winning the show, with the next-highest odds at just 14% for gymnast Monika Ronk.
The only other onctestants with a notable percentage chance of winning on Polymarket is player 172, Isabel Martinez, who has odds of 12%.
Player 167 Tyler Lucas. Image: Prime.
How do betting odds work for Beast Games 2026?
Polymarket isn’t your usual betting site — it’s a prediction market, where the odds shift based on what people actually think will happen. Instead of placing a traditional bet, users buy “Yes” or “No” shares on each potential winner, with prices reflecting the implied probability.
So, a contestant priced at 60¢ is essentially being given a 60% chance of taking out the crown, while a 12¢ option is a long shot. As more money flows in, those prices move in real time, revealing where confidence and speculation is building.
Polymarket betting odds for Beast Games Season 2. Image: Prime.
Do betting odds correctly guess the winner?
Betting odds can’t confirm that a contestant will win a reality show; however, they can often be a good indicator.
In 2023, betting odds suggested that Liz Parnov would win Survivor: Heroes vs Villains, and she was, in fact, crowned the winner. Similarly, Reggie Bird was correctly pegged to win Big Brother Back To The Future. Plus, betting odds indicated that Billie McKay would win Masterchef 2022, which she did.
I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here Australia 2026 is officially back, with a fresh batch of famous faces swapping creature comforts for creepy crawlies in the African jungle, all in the name of charity.
While the winner will ultimately donate their prize money to a cause close to their heart, there’s another question viewers always want answered: how much are the celebrities actually paid to take part?
From tiered salaries to bonuses for lasting the distance, we’ve done the digging into what the 2026 cast is reportedly earning, and the figures might surprise you.
Prior to the premiere, Woman’s Day has reported that — like previous years — the amount each makes will be on a tiered system.
Apparently, the biggest stars are earning up to $200,000, but the rest of the cast’s salaries are expected to sit somewhere in the five-figure range.
“You’re not just fighting for your charity at that point; you’re fighting to make all of the agreed rate,” a source said.
On top of that, the jungle dwellers will be offered a time-based bonus, meaning that they’ll earn less if they quit early!
Daily Mail has compiled the leaked salaries of each of the celebrities on the 2026 season, and they vary greatly, with Logie Award winner Barry Williams taking out the top of the rich list, while influencer Mia Fevola is speculated to be getting the lowest pay packet. Surprisingly, Luke Bateman, who’s been a main character on the season so far and was the first celebrity revealed by Network 10, is apparently at the bottom end of the scale.
Check out each of the celebs rumoured salaries for I’m a Celebrity below.
Barry Williams – $150,000 to $180,000
Rachel Hunter – $140,000 to $170,000
Gary Sweet – $110,000 to $140,000
Deni Hines – $100,000 to $130,000
Dyson Heppell – $90,000 to $120,000
Rebekah Elmaloglou – $90,000 to $120,000
Nath Valvo – $80,000 to $100,000
Concetta Caristo – $70,000 to $90,000
Luke Bateman – $70,000 to $90,000
Mia Fevola – $40,000 to $60,000
How much did the 2025 contestants get paid?
Sam Thaiday and Dave Hughes on I’m a Celebrity 2025. Image: Ten.
One unnamed source told Yahoo! Lifestyle that the 2025 season is “the cheapest ever” due to budget cuts.
According to the publication, celebrities are ranked in tiers by their fame, which directly determines their pay.
Apparently, the highest-paid celebrity for this season is Dave Hughes,who the publication reported is raking in $250,000 for the season.
On the opposite end of the spectrum are Samantha Moitzi and Tina Provis, who are reportedly getting paid between $35,000 and $60,000 each.
The insider said that Shayna Jack, Matty J, and Sam Thaiday are earning between $100,000 to $175,000 each with an additional $5,000 bonus for each day they remain on the show, while Max Balegde and Reggie Bird are being paid $100,000 each.
How much did previous contestants make on previous seasons of I’m a Celebrity?
Yes! While the charity prize is a feel-good perk, the contestants on I’m a Celebrity also rake in a sizable sum for their time on the show.
How much exactly? It depends.
Brendan Fevola spilled how much he was paid to appear on I’m a Celebrity Australia. Image: Ten
Brendan Fevola, winner of I’m a Celebrity Season 2 and co-host of The Fox’s Fifi, Fev & Nick, spilled the tea on the radio show about his 2015 payday.
“I got paid $250,000 upfront. And then $5,000 every show after the [first] two weeks. So, you’d lay there on a Sunday, and you’d hope there’s not another eviction, so you get another 7 days and there’s another $35,000,” he shared.
“Every time I’d lay on the bed I’d think ‘Oh God, there’s another five grand…’ because I was broke.”
The late, great Shane Warne, who starred in the same season, famously bagged a record-breaking payday of over $2 million — the highest in the show’s history.
“He had a clause [in his contract] that if he left, he didn’t get anything,” Fevola revealed.
“So, he had to stay in – and there was one time where he was like, ‘man, I’m done,’ and I would go, ‘man, 2.2 million (dollars), don’t leave!’”
Shane Warne on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here. Ten.
Laurina Fleure, who competed in the second season of I’m a Celebrity and finished third, also revealed her paycheck during an interview on the Confessions of a Reality Star podcast.
“I think I cleared about $78K in the bank for those six weeks,” she shared.
In more recent seasons, reports reveal celebs are earning a range of salaries.
In 2023, Daily Mail Australia reported that most contestants earned between $35,000 and $180,000, with TV iconKerri-Anne Kennerley coming in as the second-highest earner at $180,000.
Nick “Honey Badger” Cummins, however, topped the charts that year, reportedly earning up to $300,000, according to Yahoo Lifestyle.
By 2024, insiders told Pedestrian that one male contestant secured $90,000 for a two-week stint, with an additional $5,500 earned for each extra day spent in the jungle.
According to Daily Mail, Martha decided against appearing on I’m a Celebrity after consulting with her management team, citing concerns over how she might be portrayed.
“My manager told me, ‘They’re just going to pick on you. You’ll be the ‘beauty girl’ under a magnifying glass’,” Martha explained to the publication.
Producers had reportedly offered her “flexible terms,” including the ability to opt out of certain tasks or food challenges, but despite being a top pick for the show, she ultimately decided the risks to her image weren’t worth it.
Skye Wheatley on I’m a Celebrity Australia. Image: Ten
It seems money isn’t everything. In fact, not every celebrity who braves the jungle does it for the paycheck. InfluencerSkye Wheatley, for instance, told Pedestrian that money didn’t drive her decision to appear on I’m a Celebrity.
“To be honest, I would make more money being at home,” she said.
“I’d do it for free. It’s for charity, babes, who gives a fuck about the money? I love that it can be for charity, and I love the opportunity. So I’m very grateful.”
How do the charities work on I’m a Celebrity?
Beyond celebrity salaries, the show does donate big bucks to charity.
Each contestant selects a cause close to their heart, and if they win I’m a Celebrity, their chosen organisation takes home $100,000.
Is I’m a Celebrity real or fake?
For anyone doubting how real the jungle is, it’s more intense than you might think!
In 2023, contestant Woody Whitelaw (of Will and Woody fame) shared some behind-the-scenes details on his radio show:
“I was under the impression that the jungle would be a fenced-off area… But the head of security, Steve, told me that outside of the campsite, there are guys in camo standing by. They’re there to warn us if there’s a lion or water buffalo heading our way and make sure they’re safely redirected.”
Woody Whitelaw on I’m a Celebrity Australia (left) and with 2023 season winner Liz Ellis (right). Image: Ten, Instagram
Wild, right? With that in mind, maybe the celebs are earning their keep after all.
I’m a Celebrity Australia… Get Me Out Of Here Australia 2026 will premiere on January 18 on Channel 10 and 10Play.
“We are on!!! Australian Survivor REDEMPTION is underway!! It’s gonna be a banger!!! Big love to you all from Samoa,” he captioned the clip at the time.
Here’s everything we know so far about Australian Survivor 2026: Redemption.
Channel 10 officially announced during the I’m a Celebrity Australia 2026 premiere that Redemption will be gracing Australian screens on February 23.
It’s slightly later than last year’s season of Brains v Brawn, which kicked off on February 17, 2026 Last year, Australian Survivor shook things up with two seasons airing in the same year. The first was Brains v Brawn II, and the second, Australia v The World, was a shorter season featuring some of the best players from across the globe, which premiered on August 17.
The Australian Survivor Redemption 2026 cast. Image: Ten.
Who’s in Australian Survivor 2026: Redemption?
Two-time returnee Brooke Jowett, who competed on Australian Survivor 2016 and Australian Survivor: All Stars will be back for the season. She will be joined by Simon Mee (Brains v Brawn and Heroes v Villains), Harry Hills (Champions v Contenders and Australian Survivor: All Stars) and Mark Warnock (Titans v Rebels).
And, the four Survivor returnees aren’t the only familiar faces joining the cast. Big Brother Australia’s Johnson Ashak and The Traitors New Zealand‘s Cat Hooker are both cast on the show.
Meanwhile, two more players have some very well-known connections to reality TV. Don Rogers is the brother of Mat Rogers, who competed on Australian Survivor’s Champions V Contenders and All Stars editions of the Survivor franchise, and Lyndl Kean is the girlfriend of The Bachelor Australia‘s Dr Matt Agnew.
The rest of the cast is rounded out with newcomers, and among them is an actress, an artist and an AFL player.
Stream Australian Survivor 2026: Redemption on 10Play.
Married at First Sight (MAFS)2026 bride Rachel Gilmore hasn’t been in a serious relationship for 14 years. Instead, she has found herself in many “situationships” and is hoping to find that “white picket fence” happily-ever-after on Australia’s biggest reality TV show.
Keep on reading to see what else we know about Rachel.
Rachel Gilmore. Image: Haylopeople.
Who is Rachel Gilmore and what does she do?
Rachel is 35 years old and works as a Team Leader in Melbourne, Victoria. According to her MAFS bio—and, honestly, it’s clear from her photos—she’s a warm and bubbly woman with maternal energy and a heart of gold.
She’s known for her big personality and fierce loyalty to the people she loves. The 2026 bride isn’t afraid to stand up for what’s right, which is exactly the kind of energy we need this MAFS season!
Heartbreakingly, though, Rachel hasn’t had much luck in love. Throughout her dating experiences, she’s never been with a man who has made her feel attractive or given her genuine compliments. This has left her questioning her own worth and led her to believe she’s “not beautiful enough” to be in a relationship. As a result, Rachel hasn’t been in a serious relationship for over 14 years.
Our hearts are already breaking for Rachel, so please, experts, get this one right and don’t mess it up for our girl!
Who is Rachel’s groom on MAFS?
We can’t say for certain just yet, as MAFS 2026 hasn’t aired. However, according to photos shared by The Daily Mail and posted on the MAFS fan account, MAFS GOSSIP, it appears Rachel is paired with groom Steven.
Ten celebrities have already entered the South African jungle forI’m a Celebrity Australia 2026, but the lineup isn’t complete just yet. Two more mystery stars are set to arrive in Episode Two, and after their teaser in the promo, we’re pretty sure we’ve worked out exactly who they are.
Neither celebrity’s face was shown in the promo, but they shared a voiceover, and the first was a female and the second a male.
Cyrell starred on MAFS Season 6, and is best known for getting involved in a red wine flinging fight with Martha Kalifatidis.
“For some reason, I’m the type of person that drama follows constantly, but truthfully, I am the funniest person to be around,” the person — who sounds a lot like Cyrell —says in the I‘m a Celebrity voice-over.
“Boredom and hunger, hey, they’re gonna be the death of me. Like, I’m already crazy, but it’ll add on,” she laughed.
Matt Zukowski
Matt Zukowski. Image: Ten.
The male I’m a Celebrity Australia 2026 intruder is almost definitely Matt Zukowski, who appears to make a pointed reference to his recent failed marriage to influencer Tammy Hembrow.
“I would be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous about going in there, but I just got out of a pretty scary marriage. So how scary can this actually be?” The person says in the clip.
Matt (?) added that he has done “nothing” to prepare for the jungle, and said that many people see him as a “dumb, pretty face”, but there’s actually a lot more to him.
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After the Season 12 premiere, social media buzzed with confusion over how ‘celebrity’ the contestants actually are.
While long-time fans of the franchise were ready for chaos, camp, and a few genuinely recognisable faces, many were left scratching their heads as the cast was revealed. In fact, the biggest shock of the night wasn’t the jungle, the first challenges, or even Mia Fevola using toilet paper to light the campfire; it was realising just how unfamiliar the lineup felt.
While some viewers acknowledged a few genuinely recognisable names, like The Brady Bunch icon Barry Williams and international model Rachel Hunter, even their presence wasn’t enough to stop fans from calling out the rest of the lineup.
I’m A Celebrity fans took to social media to voice their opinions
Within minutes of the episode airing, X and Facebook were flooded with confused (and brutally honest) reactions.
“Watched an hour of it, hoping to recognise someone. Think I’m giving this season a miss. Grabbing 20 random people off the street would be more interesting than this lot of …… whoever’s,” one person wrote.
“Channel 10. It’s time. It’s way past time. Make this year the last year for this dreadful show. None of the people are celebrities, not one,” another wrote.
Social media was lit up with viewers confused about the show’s casting choices.
“Don’t even know who one of them is,” wrote one viewer on Facebook. “A literal who’s who… as in who are they?” said another.
Some viewers in a Facebook group were also questioning what Mia Fevola is actually famous for.
“Just because you don’t know her, doesn’t mean others don’t,” one person responded, with another adding: “She was also on Dancing With The Stars.”
“Model, Brendon Fevola’s daughter. Not sure if she was on The Amazing Racewith her dad, or one of his other daughters,” another wrote.
However, even though there have been some negative reviews of the casting, some viewers were still excited and familiar with the faces that appear in I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here 2026.
Fans took to social media to express their excitement, with one writing on a Facebook post, “I can’t believe you have Greg from The Brady Bunch and Deni Hynes, and Gary Sweet. This is going to be such a great watch!”
As the saying goes, you can’t please everyone — now, can you!
Actually Loving this cast – even the ones I didn’t know beforehand. Nath is hilarious. Love seeing Deni and Bek’s friendship. Barry is a legend! Luke is great! Well done Ch10. #ImACelebrityAU
Concetta can’t hide her fangirl moment over Luke Bateman
While fans were busy questioning the lineup, some were clearly not in doubt about who was worth the hype.
Radio host Concetta Caristo couldn’t contain her excitement over former Canberra Raiders NRL star Luke Bateman, better known these days as the ‘hot BookTok heartthrob,’ repeatedly gushing about him during the premiere.
“This is the moment I was waiting for!” Concetta exclaimed in the hut during the episode.
“But one I couldn’t believe was here… that, like, hot Booktok guy. And I want to say it’s Callum. It’s not, it’s like a hot white guy name,” she added, clearly starstruck.
During the episode, Concetta introduced herself to Luke, mentioning she hosts The Breakfast Show on Triple J.
“I’ve literally talked about you,” she said, before the pair launched into a discussion about their shared love of reading. Luke even encouraged her to start reading again, sparking one of the season’s cutest moments so far.
Social media quickly picked up on her enthusiasm, with many viewers joining in on the fangirling, joking that Concetta might be the season’s biggest fan rather than a competitor.
Whether the rest of the cast will win over audiences remains to be seen, but if the premiere is anything to go by, Season 12 has already given fans plenty to talk about. From celebrity confusion to fangirl moments, it looks like this jungle might be as chaotic and entertaining as ever.
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Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 is just around the corner, and the cast is already making headlines before they even become household names.
From a couple already being kicked off the show, to one of the “wildest brides ever”, the 2026 season of MAFS looks like it’s going to bring explosive drama our way.
While we can only hope for a Jeff and Rhi love story again (or a Jacqui and Clint?), it won’t be long until we find out.
When does MAFS 2026 air?
MAFS 2026 premieres on Monday, February 2 at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Check out the new MAFS 2026 trailer
Watch the MAFS trailer below.
The confirmed MAFS cast
Gia Fleur
Gia’s promotional photo for MAFS 2026. Image: Nine.
Described as the “wildest bride in MAFS history”, Gia is set to bring the entertainment and shock value to Season 13. She was spotted marrying Scott McCristal on Maroubra Beach in July 2025.
She’s a long-time relationship girl, who was previously married to the father of her child. Her usual type is tall, tattooed and flashy.
Gia already has over 30,000 Instagram followers, so needless to say, we predict post-MAFS she’ll be living her best influencer life.
Rebecca Zukowski
Rebecca on MAFS 2026. Image: Nine.
Another alleged wild bride, according to the Daily Mail, Rebecca was caught in an explosive moment on camera where she allegedly had a heated confrontation with one of her bridesmaids, accusing her of trying to upstage her on her wedding day.
She’s a vivacious, self-deprecating, no-nonsense fashionista who enjoys the finer things in life. She has a 19-year-old son, Austin, who recently moved out of her house, so she feels it’s her time to find love.
Rachel Gilmore
Rachel on MAFS 2026. Image: Nine.
Melbourne-based recruitment consultant Rachel Gilmore is known for her big energy and people skills, and has a warm, vibrant and bubbly woman with maternal energy and a heart of gold.
Rachel hasn’t been in a serious relationship in 14 years and is hoping to find a protective and communicative man who is willing to put in the work on MAFS.
Alissa Fay
Alissa. Image: Nine.
Already a well-known TikTok influencer with over 270,000 followers, Alissa is no stranger to the public eye. She split with a long-term partner last year, and is said to be one of this season’s “breakout stars”.
Brook Crompton
Brooke. Image: Nine.
Model Brook Compton is said to be a “social butterfly with a fiercely loyal streak”. She’s had her fair share of heartbreak and betrayal, as she’s been cheated on by almost every guy she has dated.
Regardless, she’s hoping to find her forever partner on MAFS 2026, and is looking for a man who is trustworthy, tall, tanned and loyal, but most importantly, one who can make her laugh. She doesn’t want any more time-wasters and hopes that a man who is also putting his faith in the experiment will be one who is ready to settle down and start a family.
Julia Vogl
MAFS participant Julia. Image: Nine.
Julia is a former journalist turned confidence coach who has worked for The Project, as well as Channel Nine and Foxtel. She used to be an entertainment correspondent, interviewing celebrities like Cher, Kate Winslet and Matthew McConaughey.
Julia is bisexual, so she’s open to dating both men and women as long as they have “it” , that secret sauce you feel straight away and just know you share something special.
Melissa Akbay
Melissa. Image: Nine.
Melissa hails from Canberra and is said to be ‘fiercely loyal, but has no patience for pretence’. The Daily Mailalso reported that her marriage may also be on the rocks after she was spotted solo after the couples moved in, looking deep in thought while munching on a Kit Kat chunky.
According to her MAFS bio, she’s self-deprecating and claims to have no shame. She constantly goes on dates, but finds that the guys in her age bracket don’t want to settle down.
Bec Zacharia
Bec Zacharia. Image: Nine.
Although Bec has been voted Adelaide’s most eligible bachelorette twice, she is yet to be snapped up and worries that she may become a spinster, according to her MAFS bio.
Touted as one of Adelaide’s most recognisable socialites, Bec carved out a successful career in London real estate before returning home to her family in Adelaide.
Previously engaged, she broke it off four months before the wedding, saying it was the hardest thing she’s ever done but also her proudest achievement for walking away from something that wasn’t right.
She’s hoping to find a tall man with tattoos, a beard, who is loving, and someone she can banter with.
Stella
Stella. Image: Nine.
Stella made the move from Lithuania to Australia nine years ago, hoping to build her dream life. She said it wasn’t easy with English as her second language, but she was determined to make it work and she did.
She feels that, due to cultural differences in Australia, she’s often perceived as harsh or blunt when, in reality, she’s emotional and sensitive.
Stella is looking for a type of relationship that’s common in Eastern European countries — she believes her partner should be the protector and provider for a family, allowing the woman to be a good mother.
Grayson McIvor
Grayson on MAFS. Image: Nine.
Grayson is the director of a recruitment agency on the Gold Coast, with friends saying he was a former party boy.
In his MAFS bio, Grayson admits that he fell into an unhealthy lifestyle and practised bad-boy ways. But, he said it came to a halt when he felt empty inside and knew he needed to change for the better and mature.
Grayson says he’s looking for a natural woman who is confident in her own skin, with a warm, adventurous, optimistic personality.
Steve Powell
Steve on MAFS. Image: Nine.
Steve is somewhat of a hospitality real estate mogul, having built a career flipping pubs and other hospitality venues.
He has four daughters and has been married before, and wants to feel that love again. He admits he was selfish in the past, putting his wants and needs above those of his partners, which was a reason for the demise of his past relationships.
Scott McCristal
Scott’s promotional MAFS pic. Image: Nine.
Scott isn’t a stranger to reality TV, having appeared on Million Dollar Island, game show Blind Date, and ABC’s Holey Moley.
It’s plainly obvious that Scott will be one of the most controversial participants on this season, with his bio nothing that he refuses to settle for anything less than exceptional.
He says he’s constantly judged on his looks, and that people assume he lives a party-boy lifestyle, but that couldn’t be more from the truth. Guess we’ll find out pretty soon!
Luke Fourniotis
Luke. Image: Nine.
Luke has recently taken over his late father’s cattle property and become a farmer, and his life is now split between the city and the farm. He’s hoping to find an optimistic, energetic, bubbly girl on MAFS.
Chris Neild
Chris. Image: Nine.
Chris is obsessed with AFL and has lived the full tradie-meets-footy lifestyle, but says those hard-partying, player days are behind him. He calls himself a lover, and says that when he finds the girl he has been looking for, he is a big softie who can fall quickly.
The MAFS groom was recently accused of threatening the journalist and creator of MAFSfunny, Josh Fox. Josh claimed that Chris pulled him aside at Sydney venue Icebergs and said if Josh showed up to his wedding, he would “put him in a headlock and physically assault him”.
Danny Hewitt
Danny. Image: Nine.
Danny grew up in the UK and moved to Australia in his 20s. He instantly fell in love with the country and now calls it home.
Now working in finance, Danny admits that he was a player in the past but says he has lost a lot of great girls because of his player ways, but it’s because of these past actions that he knows he would never act like that again.
Filip Gregov
Filip. Image: Nine.
Filip is a motivational speaker and an “educational content creator” for men, and subtly announced his MAFS casting in a recent YouTube video titled ‘Goodbye for now’. “A few opportunities have come up, but it involves me taking time from YouTube to go and do these things, which you will be able to see in the future,” he said in the five-minute video.
Born in Croatia, Filip’s family moved to Australia when he was two, and he shares a very close relationship with them. He’s passionate about his health and follows a strict morning routine: waking up early, going to the gym, and taking a three-minute cold shower before 6am.
He is looking for a traditional relationship where men take on the role as providers and women are the carers and mothers.
David Momoh
David on MAFS. Image: Nine.
David isn’t shy about being in front of the camera, with the former rapper now working as an entrepreneur. He’s hosted his own YouTube dating show, ‘Pop or Fall In Love’, and sources told The Daily Mail that David could be the season’s dark horse. “He’s not the loudest, but he’s one of the smartest,” they said.
Nigerian-born, David’s family moved to Australia when he was 12, and his parents are both pastors. He’s looking for a woman who lives with faith or accepts his faith, and is respectful.
Who got kicked off MAFS 2026?
Micah Lomu and Cricket Australia presenter Ankita Karungalekar were removed from the show following multiple women coming forward about Micah’s past behaviour. Some women took to TikTok to share their experiences, urging producers to take action, which led to the two’s storyline being cut from filming post-wedding.
Ankita still follows Micah, who also uploaded his wedding snaps at a similar time, including a tile in his grid post that said, ‘Real Eyes, Realise, Real Lies’.
MAFS Intruders: MAFS 2026 set to feature same-sex couple
MAFS 2026 is set to bring in four intruder couples, including a same-sex couple, according toThe Daily Mail.
MAFS 2026’s same-sex couple Chris and Sam. Image: Instagram.com
Personal trainer Chris Robinson from Sydney and fitness model and trainer Sam Staunton from Adelaide, sound like they could be a match made in fitness heaven! The pair married late-August in an intruder wedding, but according to sources, the pair have been asked to “ride it out until the end”.
“They were told from the get-go that they need to create drama and keep it flowing,” one source told the Daily Mail. “Even if they don’t hit it off romantically, they’ve been asked to ride it out until the end of filming.”
What else do we know about MAFS 2026?
All three experts are returning, with Alessandra Rampolla and Mel Schilling joining John Aiken for the epic 13th season.
MAFS 2026 is touted to be one of the most dramatic seasons yet, with the Daily Mailalso reporting that participants are being drug-tested weekly for the first time in the show’s history and that tighter restrictions are also being put on the cast, including hotel key cards being deactivated after hours.
MAFS 2026 premieres on Monday, February 2 at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Prior to the premiere episode on January 18, 2026, Luke Bateman, Rachel Hunter and Dyson Heppell were the only cast members who had been revealed.
However, the opening night for 2026 revealed a whole bunch of additional big names who’ll be heading into the jungle. Read on for a list of celebs announced so far, which we’ll update live as the episode airs.
Concetta Caristo
Concetta Caristo. Image: Ten.
Concetta Caristo is the co-host of the triple j Breakfast radio show.
Gary Sweet
Gary Sweet. Image: Ten.
Gary Sweet is an Australian actor who won a Logie Award for Most Popular Actor and Most Outstanding Actor in 1994.
Dyson Heppell
Dyson Heppell. Image: Ten.
Dyson Heppell was announced on the morning before the new season premiered. He’s a former AFL player and was the captain of the Essendon Bombers.
Deni Hines
Deni Hines. Image: Ten.
Deni Hines is the daughter of Marcia Hines, and just like her mum, Deni is an extremely accomplished singer.
Nath Valvo
Nath on I’m a Celebrity. Image: Ten.
Nath Valvo is a stand-up comedian who’s appeared on numerous Australian panels, including Would I Lie to You? Australia, Patriot Brains, Question Everything, Spicks and Specks, Hughesy, We Have a Problem, Tomorrow Tonight, Show Me the Movie!, Celebrity Name Game, and The Project Australia.
Rebekah Elmaloglou
Rebekah Elmaloglou on I’m a Celebrity. Image: Ten.
Rebekah Elmaloglou is an Australian actress, best known for her role on Neighbours as Terese Willis.
Luke Bateman
Luke Bateman on I’m a Celebrity. Image: Ten.
Luke Bateman was the first celebrity announced prior to the premiere. In an interview with Chattr, host Julia Morris said he’s the perfect addition to the cast because of howhe challenges stereotypes.
“This is an extraordinarily clever and erudite Australian man who, I think, kicks back on any of the things that we think we know about those kinds of footy straight boys already,” she said
“I think he is a really interesting voice, because not only is he an avid reader, and therefore has a window into the world. He lets us in on it without mansplaining; he lets us in on the active things that he can do to respect women. And I think it’s great just not hearing it from us all the time.”
Rachel Hunter
Rachel Hunter on I’m a Celebrity. Image: Ten.
Rachel Hunter is a New Zealand model and actress who was married to Rod Stewart from 1990 to 2006.
Barry Williams
Barry Williams. Image: Ten.
Barry Williams is one of the international stars on I’m a Celebrity Australia 2026. He played Greg in The Brady Bunch from 1969 to 1974.
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The I’m a Celebrity Australia 2026 premiere is upon us, and — from the clues released — we already know that an international supermodel who’s connected to Rock ‘n’ Roll is in the cast.
In an interview with Chattr, Julia Morris teased that the model is the person she’s most excited about joining the 2026 cast. And, piecing together the clues, we’re guessing that the celebrity is none other than the late Ozzy Osborne’s daughter, Kelly Osborne.
“I get so scared of [revealing spoilers because] I sing like a canary,” Julia told Chattr. “The International supermodel is somebody I wanted, and continue to want, to be.”
“This is a global celebrity. When you do get big global celebrities, oftentimes they’re not that used to sharing parts of themselves, where you’re like, Yeah, I already read that in 2015, and oh yeah, I remember when you did that.”
Kelly Osborne with her late father Ozzy. Image: Instagram.
Julia explained that while the viewers will already have some knowledge about the celebrities pasts, they’ll discover many more unknown stories as the show unfolds.
“The things that we know about our celebrities, those things are the day one chat, the things we don’t know about our celebrities are the other 29 days when they’re in the jungle. They really start to open up, and as an audience, we get to know them because they don’t necessarily know everything about each other.”
Who else is joining the cast of I’m a Celebrity Get Me out of Here Australia 2026?
Channel 10 has released a clue for each of the celebrities entering the jungle on night one; however, they’ve only revealed the identity of former NRL player turned The Bachelor lead Luke Bateman, so far.
We currently know that among the other contestants are a Hollywood sitcom star, a Married At First Sight (MAFS) bride and a Logie-winning actor.
Reflecting on Luke — who’s now a Booktok star on top of his other accomplishments — joining the I’m a Celebrity cast, Julia said he’s the perfect addition because of howhe challenges stereotypes.
“This is an extraordinarily clever and erudite Australian man who, I think, kicks back on any of the things that we think we know about those kinds of footy straight boys already,” she said.
Luke Bateman is on The I’m a Celeb cast. Image: Ten.
“I think he is a really interesting voice, because not only is he an avid reader, and therefore has a window into the world. He lets us in on it without mansplaining; he lets us in on the active things that he can do to respect women. And I think it’s great just not hearing it from us all the time.”
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I’m a Celebrity Australia2026 has switched things up this year by pre-recording the entire season before it airs on TV, meaning that viewers won’t be able to vote until the finale. In the past, I’m a Celebrity Australia aired live, so fans had input into who was selected for the brutal tucker trials and who was booted out of camp.
So, with the season now pre-recorded, how are those decisions made? Julia Morris has told Chattr exactly how it all works.
“This season has been coined the toughest series yet. So the celebrities have to make a number of really tough decisions, and they have to choose each other for the trials,” she explained.
The fact that the contestants have to nominate their campmates — who they’re stuck with 24/7 in small quarters — for the gruelling trials, will likely add some tension to the show, which we all know is great for reality TV.
However, Julia said that while the series is pre-recorded, she believes viewers will resonate with multiple celebrities, and they’ll get to have their say at the end about who wins.
“I think that the viewers will be able to not necessarily choose a favourite, because oftentimes the favourite will stand out for us, individually, a different person each time, but I think they’re going to struggle to find a favourite. Oh, my God, right up to and including the moment and the penultimate episode, where the audience gets to decide who wins, so we don’t know who wins,” she said.
Callum Hole in a Tucker Trial on I’m a Celebrity.. Get Me out of Here 2024. Image: Ten.
Julia reveals whether I’m a Celebrity 2026 will be drama-packed
Julia told Chattr that, rather than casting celebrities for drama in the 2026 season, the production team was mindful to pick contestants who were willing to talk about important subjects while in camp.
“I think each of our celebrities is so generous with opening up that we get a chance to get to know them, if we don’t already, a lot more quickly, but we certainly get to see behind the curtain,” she explained.
Julia teased that viewers can expect to see some raw topics discussed on the upcoming I’m a Celebrity 2026 season.
“I think a lot of [the celebrities] have done some really good work, maybe with therapists over the years. And I think we’re getting to see — if we’re sitting down to watch with our children, with our adult children, or even with friends — is they’re going to bounce subjects.
“There’s not a lot of mansplaining,” she added. “We have some extraordinary women, and we have some pretty cool guys who are happy to listen instead of necessarily always taking the lead like they know.”
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“He came directly from the dance floor to the jungle,” she told Chattr in an interview ahead of the premiere.
Julia explained that Robert won DWTS on November 25, and he flew to do a winner’s interview with his partner Witney Carson the next morning, then immediately left the television studio to come to South Africa.
“After winning, literally, he got on a plane. He and Witney and the gang went to do Good Morning America. And then from Good Morning America, he went straight out to the airport. He got on a plane and did that journey to Johannesburg. And then he swapped onto another plane to come up to where we live in our little bush town,” she said.
Julia added that she was so excited to see Robert and congratulate him that she snuck out onto the tarmac to meet him.
“He arrived at about 3:30pm in the afternoon and I was dancing at the end of the tarmac trying to make him laugh. I was there with two pink paddles [dancing] down the end of the runway. I was doing it on split, to be fair.
“I’m not even really meant to do that. I was just too excited to see him,” she added. “Anyway, we got him out of there, put him home,” she added. “Give the man a break, and then he had a sleep. And the next morning, at seven o’clock, we were on set.”
Julia raved about Robert being born for TV, but did point out how she believes he has the stamina to go straight from one international reality show to another.
“All everyone keeps saying to me, because I’m like, how does he do it? He’s 21. That’s how he can do it!” She laughed.
“He definitely came off the back of one of, I imagine, one of the more emotional experiences of his life. and true to Robert’s style, he just nailed it.”
Robert and Julia on I’m a Celebrity. Image: Ten.
Why Julia Morris says her on-screen dynamic with Robert Irwin works so well
As a viewer, there’s no denying that Robert and Julia bounce off each other with perfect comedic timing on I’m a Celebrity Australia, and Julia believes it comes down to being on the same wavelength.
“I think we have a very, very similar sense of humour,” she told Chattr.
“I’m not too much for him. I wasn’t for doctor [Chris Brown] either. But with Robert, if somebody mentions that we just need to relax. Then I’ll be like, relax [singing], and he’ll join in. And then the two of us will be going again. We could be in a better rhythm. But also, we’re both really in love with the show.”
We couldn’t be more excited to see Robert and Julia reunited once again for I’m a Celebrity Australia 2026!
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One of the brides generating the most buzz is Gia Fleur, who has been described as the “wildest bride in history”. Whether she’s wild in a good or bad way, one thing’s for certain: she’s going to make incredible TV.
Here’s everything we know about MAFS bride Gia.
What does Gia do for a job?
Gia works as a support worker. She’s based in Melbourne, and based off her TikToks, she appears to be bubbly and extroverted.
Image: TikTokImage: TikTok
Gia is “the wildest bride in MAFS history”
According to Daily Mail, Gia is “the wildest bride in MAFS history”. She’s confident, and is comfortable to go against the grain.
“If anyone’s going to storm out of a Dinner Party or start a full-scale blow-up, it’s Gia — but she also has a loyal, caring side for people she loves,” an insider claimed.
She’s been open about having plastic surgery and cosmetic enhancements. In January, she shared a TikTok that shared “the only thing [she] was naturally born with”, followed by an eye emoji.
Gia is matched with Scott McCristal on MAFS, a former reality TV star who seems to be looking for his big break. He’s already been on Blind Date and Million Dollar Island, and has built up a big social media following.
Is Gia on good terms with the MAFS cast?
Despite the season yet to play out on our screens, Gia has given some clues as to who she’s still friends with from MAFS 2026.
On one of her TikToks about MAFS, saying it’s “nearly showtime”, a couple of fellow cast members were quick to comment.
“Let’s get this party started,” Rebecca Zukowski wrote.
“Coming in hot babe,” intruder Chris Robinson added.
“Get it sis,” Ankita Karungalekar chimed in.
MAFS 2026 is going to be wild, and we can’t wait for the ride to start.
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The athlete has turned into quite the media personality since he retired from professional sport, appearing on The Bachelors in 2023 and taking the BookTok community on TikTok by storm in 2025.
Luke will be competing against some tough contestants in the jungle, with a returning I’m A Celeb player amongst the cast. Other possible contestants include Mel C, MAFS star Cyrell Paule and Neighbours royalty Rebekah Elmaloglou.
“I’m very excited to see what Robert and Julia have cooked up for me,” Luke said on Instagram. “I’m sure there’ll be some delectable food items, and some fear-instilling trials. I can’t wait, I’ll see you all in the jungle.”
We’ve rounded up all the information about Luke before he enters the jungle on I’m A Celeb, including his latest venture and which charity he’s playing for.
Which charity is Luke Bateman playing for on I’m A Celeb?
Luke will be playing for Farm Angels on I’m A Celeb 2026. The charity supports struggling farmers and their families across Australia. They provide financial assistance, care packages, food hampers, wellness checks and more.
“I’ll be going into the jungle representing my charity, Farm Angels, which is a charity very close to my heart,” Luke said on Instagram. “They do amazing work in my community.”
The charity had over 867 applications for assistance during the last financial year, and has many messages on its website from grateful recipients.
“You are a wonderful organisation that supports farmers during droughts, fires and other disasters and we are all so blessed and grateful that you care,” a Victorian fire-affected farming family wrote.
“If you ever wanted to know you’re making a difference, you are, and take it from me. I would love to see how many farmers have stayed on their property because of you guys. It’s the bloodlines and genetics that Australia can’t afford to lose. You guys are real Aussies and doing what real Aussies need to be doing,” a NSW farmer said.
Luke Bateman’s author controversy
Luke sparked controversy early last year when it was announced he had signed a two-novel book deal with Atria Books Australia. The reality TV star had shot to fame on BookTok, where he reviewed spicy books, leading him to write his own fantasy series.
After being hit with criticism about why he managed to land a book deal so quickly, while marginalised authors are often sidelined, he responded in an interview with Chattr.
“Obviously, a lot of these conversations are very new to me, and I wholeheartedly understand that so many people have felt let down by the industry,” he said.
“I obviously have advantages that other people don’t. How do I capitalise on those and help lift everyone up? If I can use my platform and my voice and my privilege and position in society to help others… [I want to] promote indie authors and self-published authors.”
What happened to Luke Bateman on The Bachelors?
Luke appeared on The Bachelors in 2023 alongside Ben Waddell and Wesley Senna Cortes. He ended up picking Ellie Rolfe, and the pair went public after the show.
Ellie and Luke on The Bachelors. Image: 10
On The Project, the couple revealed they had matching tattoos, with Luke getting the letter E inked on his bicep. However, in March 2024, the reality TV star confirmed to Yahoo! Lifestyle that the pair had quietly split.
“Ellie and I have separated and would like to keep our relationship private,” Luke said at the time. “Ellie has a soul that lights up every room she walks into and I will sorely miss it in my life.”
What ended Luke Bateman’s NRL career?
Luke played for the Canberra Raiders from 2015 to 2019, and retired in 2020. In 2019, he was hit with a nasty knee injury, preventing him from playing any NRL games that year.
Luke during his NRL career. Image: Instagram
“It’s been a frustrating period for me with injury and with my contract up at the end of the season and uncertainty about what my future may look like, I’ve decided to finish up with the Raiders and head home and work a while and get away from footy for a bit,” he said at the time.
He played a total of 71 matches for the club, and has since moved on to reality TV and a media career.
We can’t wait to see how he does on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!
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In December, Coco Beeby was crowned the winner of Big Brother Australia 2025, with the mum-of-three bagging the coveted $135,000 prize. But questions remain about the fate of Coco’s romance with Bruce Dunn, the 25-year-old Sunshine Coast tradie, with whom she shared several steamy kisses and cuddle sessions on the show.
When asked about her plans after the show, Coco came off somewhat coy. “I’m just gonna go home and lap up the next three weeks with my kids, with Chrissy and then, yeah, I’ve got a bit of time after Christmas that hopefully we’ll be able to catch up, have a surf, have a coffee, and get to catch up without the cameras beaming down on us,” she told Chattr after winning.
Coco added that there wasn’t much time for her to reunite with Bruce after she won the show, as she was busy with winner’s duties. “I saw him briefly after the show, but we haven’t actually got a chance to catch up either, so that’ll be nice to catch up with him when we eventually can.”
However, despite Coco’s hesitancy to confirm their relationship, both she and Bruce posted several videos of themselves hanging out together, and it appeared as though they were romantically involved. But one new development has followers speculating that the couple have since split up.
On January 14, a fan noticed that Coco and Bruce had deleted all of the videos they’d posted together since the show wrapped.
“Looks like they have broken up, they’ve both deleted the videos they made together,” one person wrote on Reddit.
Other users chimed in, saying that they weren’t surprised that Bruce and Coco’s relationship didn’t last.
“Surprised it didn’t work, she seemed so emotionally stable and free of baggage,” one person quipped.
Another pointed out that “two months is a pretty good [Big Brother] relationship”.
Coco and Bruce spotted together on New Year’s Eve
The potential couple originally debuted their relationship after spending New Year’s Eve together.
Coco shared two photos on her Instagram Story, which Bruce reposted. After their steamy makeout sesh in the Big Brother pool, surely they were each other’s New Year’s kiss. Nothing has been confirmed by either of the contestants, but we’re taking this as gospel.
Plus, the pair went on their surfing and coffee date, and it was adorable. However, the video has since been deleted off Instagram.
Are Coco and Bruce still together?
On Wednesday, December 10, an eagle-eyed Reddit fan noticed that Bruce posted two stories showing him having a catch-up with Coco over espresso martinis, followed by a drive in Bruce’s convertible.
“Congrats @Coco.ca.choo”, Bruce wrote in one story’s caption, tagging Coco’s Instagram handle. “Enjoy seeing your babies”, he added, followed by the words, “see you soon”.
Fans were encouraged by the story, with one Reddit user commenting, “Awwwww, cute”, and another stating, “I am such a believer in fate, and I think that is why they both ended up in the house.”
Not everyone was a fan of the budding couple, though, with one person saying, “Do people seriously ship them? What the hell.”
In his second story, Bruce showed Coco taking a ride in his convertible, captioning the story: “As promised, quick spin in convertible before she goes. And seems like she’s not too shabby about it.”
However, now that Coco and Bruce’s couple content has been deleted, it appears that it’s not the happy ending for the lovebirds that fans had hoped for.
The series was initially scheduled to premiere on January 12; however, a delay was announced days before the premiere, following the outbreak of fires near the Love Island All Stars villa.
Now that the fires have eased, the show’s host, Maya Jama, has revealed that filming has begun and announced a new premiere date.
“Hi, everyone. I’ve got some very exciting news. I can officially announce, exclusively, that we are back up and running,” she began in an Instagram clip.
“I’m obviously in glam. I’m gonna go to the villa and start filming in a minute, and you can watch us on ITV2 tomorrow night at 9pm. Love Island All Stars is back!”
With the time difference, the premiere converts to 8am, Friday, January 16 AEDT.
What happened with the Love Island All Stars delay?
The postponement of Love Island All Stars Season 3 was officially announced on the show’s official Instagram account on January 10.
“Further to a production evacuation owing to ongoing wildfires in the area, our assessment of the location site has concluded that filming will need to be postponed,” the statement began.
“Health and safety is our greatest priority and will always come first, and therefore, the transmission of Love Island All Stars will be delayed until a date to be confirmed.”
Multiple fires have been burning through the Eastern and Western Cape in South Africa. The Love Island All Stars villa sits about an hour from Cape Town in the Western Cape.
Residents of Zwartenbosch, Oyster Bay Road, Kromme River and Riverside areas in the Eastern Cape were recently evacuated.
The #LoveIsland Villa in South Africa has been evacuated due to Cape wildfires. Filming was supposed to have started with the All Stars entering today but this has been postponed, with producers hoping it’ll be safe to get up and running tomorrow before Monday’s launch. pic.twitter.com/r0OPChSCjV
Unlike Love Island Australia, the UK iteration is filmed and aired live, meaning that this year’s cast weren’t able to enter the villa because of the fires.
While the official word from ITV — the production company behind Love Island UK — was that the season would be postponed, when no new air date was released days after the delay announcement, fans began speculating that it may not happen at all.
“Probably fully cancelled, unfortunately. Hope everyone is safe though,” one person wrote on Reddit.
“If [the] situation is anything like here in Australia, unfortunately, it will be cancelled. We have massive bushfires here at the moment, and it’s not an easy task to get them under control; it takes weeks, IF the weather is playing along,” another added.
A third user, who claimed they work in TV production, said that just shifting the Islanders to another international Love Island villa (the Australian villa is in Spain) isn’t as easy as one may think.
“I would not be surprised if this ends up being cancelled outright,” they wrote.
“TBH, this is not a simple case of moving filming dates. Sponsor contracts are locked to specific delivery windows and once those slip, everything has to be renegotiated.
“Also, [finding] an alternative villa is only part of the issue. Any location has to be fully TV-ready, cleared legally, crewed, insured and technically set up, which takes weeks. On top of that, shipping equipment and securing the correct filming permissions internationally is not something you can fast-track.”
However, fortunately for fans, the Reddit theories were incorrect, and this year’s cast will be shooting their shot for the second (or third!) time in the Love Island villa.
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The Block 2022 contestants Jenny Heath Adams and Dylan Adams are having a second baby. The sweet couple announced the news on Instagram, and after their tumultuous time on The Block, fans couldn’t be happier.
In case you can’t remember what happened on their season, Dylan and Jenny were left empty-handed after their house was passed in at auction. After languishing for six months, the house finally sold at $180,000 under reserve, meaning the pair walked away with nothing for their hard work.
However, since the show, Dylan and Jenny tied the knot and welcomed their first son, Billy. It’s safe to say they’re thriving!
The family announced their “little secret” on Instagram, sharing an ultrasound photo followed by a video.
“We’ve been keeping a little secret… Billy’s baby brother incoming. We honestly couldn’t be happier! Such exciting times ahead,” they wrote. “We can’t wait to see Billy be the most amazing big brother, he’s such a beautiful, caring little boy. We can’t wait to meet you little one.”
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The Block contestants share words of love
Although Dylan and Jenny’s season was back in 2022, the cast are still seemingly tight-knit. Multiple The Block 2022 contestants shared congratulations in the comments.
“Yayyyyyyy, I think it’s a girl. Can’t wait to meet you Ocean-Navy-Scottie-Savannah,” Sarah-Jane Calleja wrote.
“Best humans to make humans [make] the world a better place xxx love youse xxx,” Sharon Johal added.
“Soooooo excited for this,” Rachel and Ryan Carr chimed in.
Dylan and Jenny replied to some of the comments, telling Sharon they “love and miss” her, and added a sweeping reply further down. “Wow guys, I wish I could reply to all of you! Thank you so much for these beautiful comments, we couldn’t be happier,” they wrote.
After such a rough time on The Block, it’s nice to see this young family doing well in life. Let’s hope The Block 2026 contestants don’t have to go through such an awful auction this year!
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A source tells Chattr that he’s very well known by the ladies of the Gold Coast, which might not bode too well for his on-screen wife.
“He’s a serial dater,” the insider spills. “[He’s] been on the old Hinge for years.”
Below, here’s everything we know about Grayson, including who he’s matched with on MAFS 2026.
What does MAFS’ Grayson McIvor do for a job?
Grayson founded the AEON Recruitment and Advisory agency with his colleague Sam Burton. The company is based in Burleigh Heads, and provides services for both clients and candidates.
“Grayson founded AEON with the vision to offer premium recruitment advisory, underpinned by strategy,” the company website reads. “His long-standing list of satisfied repeat clients bears testament to his unrivalled ability to connect, influence and build trust.”
The MAFS groom previously worked in sales and marketing at Ray White, Belle Property and Burton and Ryan Property Agents, before becoming a recruitment specialist at Real Estate Recruitment Australia.
Grayson McIvor. Image: AEON
Grayson McIvor is a “genuinely supportive friend”
According to Daily Mail, friends of Grayson have described him as a “genuinely supportive friend”, while also noting he loves living a luxe life.
Insiders also told the publication that “his polished exterior could hide a more complex emotional side”. Intriguing!
Who is Grayson McIvor matched with on MAFS 2026?
Grayson is paired with Julia Vogl, the former celebrity reporter turned confidence coach. She also runs her own business, so perhaps these two could become the next power couple.
We might see them exchanging some business tips, or perhaps she’ll find out about his Hinge history. Time will tell!
MAFS 2026 premieres on Monday, February 2 at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
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Last year, Kyle took a break from judging after being diagnosed with a brain aneurysm, and host Ricki-Lee Coulter stepped in as a guest judge. However, at this point, Kyle is set to join the whole season on the panel.
Ricki-Lee will be returning alongside Scott Tweedie as host of the series.
Who are the Australian Idol 2026 contestants?
A few of the 2026 hopefuls have already been revealed, and among them are 23-year-old landscaper Kalani and 31-year-old singer-songwriter Charlie.
Kalani is a tradie from the Central Coast, and a trailer shows judge Amy raving over his audition. “You are exactly what we hope to see walk through these doors,” she says.
Charlie applied for the show to pay tribute to his late mum, who tragically died from brain cancer.
“I think of my mum when I sing this song,” Charlie says of his audition to Billie Eilish’s Birds of a Feather. “Unfortunately, my mum passed away; I was her full-time carer.”
“I wouldn’t trade the sacrifice I made for anything because I got to spend more time with my mum. No one loves you like your mum does,” he added.
Australian Idol 2026 premieres on February 2 on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
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Now that the festive season has wrapped up, it’s time to turn our attention to the first show on the Australian reality TV calendar: I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! 2026.
The new season kicks off on January 18, but despite being just days away, only one of the cast members has been confirmed. And it’s likely that we won’t find out who most of the celebrities are until the premiere, with past seasons only revealing a few campmates before the show went to air.
That said, we do have a handful of clues about the famous faces heading into the African jungle for I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Australia 2026, and we’ve used them to piece together some guesses about who might be popping up on our screens.
Read on to find out all of the I’m a Celebrity Australia 2026 clues — and our guesses — in one place.
Clue: Rugby league Romeo is going from dodging tackles to dodging crocs. They won’t be kicking goals in the jungle. They’ll just be kicking and screaming.
Confirmed celebrity: Former NRL turned The Bachelor lead turned Book-Tok star Luke Bateman.
Clue: Need to give this one a like. A Jungle Princess is heading to Africa. Will she have as much fun the second time around? The only likes they’ll be getting will be from leeches. Who’ll have a royal time?
Clue: A radio queen will be making waves in the jungle. They will bring the razzle, the dazzle and the sparkle. The ahhh-kle. Who’ll have the jungle talking?
Clue: A Logie-winning actor is about to give his wildest performance. This will be the role of his life. I can feel the drama, and it’s buzzing in the air.
Clue: An AFL A-lister is going to have a ball when we boot him into the jungle. Let’s just hope they don’t get the boot too soon, Robert. Who’ll be kicking ’round the jungle?
Our guess: Shaun Hampson, who also competed on Australian Survivor.
Clue: Cue the drama! ‘Cause a soap star is about to get down and dirty in the jungle. She’s gonna have snakes and creepy crawlies as her new neighbours. Who’ll bring the drama?
Clue: An international supermodel is strutting her way into Africa. She’s connected to rock ‘n’ royalty. We’ll have ’em Crocodile Rockin’ to something shocking. Who’s rocking the jungle?
Clue: Roll out the red carpet, Robert. A Hollywood sitcom star is making his jungle debut. When he meets a bunch of our jungle friends, he’ll go off with a big bang.
Our guess: Johnny Galecki from The Big Bang Theory.
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