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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With the Love Island Australia 2025finale just around the corner, it’s safe to say this season has delivered. Think tears, heartbreaks, dramatic break-ups and even more dramatic make-ups.
But now comes the question on everyone’s lips: which couples are actually still going strong, and which ones haven’t spoken in months? Let’s get into it.
Sharn and Ross
Ross and Sharn from Love Island Australia. Image: Nine.
Sharn and Ross quickly became one of the most talked-about couples in the Love Island Villa, thanks to their instant chemistry and refreshingly real connection. The couple were coupled up from day one, and it looks like they’re still going strong.
Love Island pro Olan Tekkers recently attended the TikTok Awards after party, and said Sharn and Ross were still very much together.
“Ross and Sharn are definitely still together, very much publicly declaring their love for each other. So, I don’t know if they make it to the finals or not, but they’re still together,” he said.
Sharn has also updated her LinkedIn location to the Gold Coast, which is a stone’s throw from Ross’s town of Byron Bay.
Additionally, they were pictured on dates in Adelaide and leaving the TikTok awards together, alongside Isabel and Connor.
Verdict: Likely still together.
Kye and Yana
Kye and Yana from Love Island Australia. Image: Nine.
Yana and Kye’s Love Island journey was a rollercoaster. What started on the outside as a relationship quickly turned into an ex status… until Kye arrived in the Love Island villa with his tongue wagging — literally, during episode 5.
At first, Yana wasn’t having a bar of it, but eventually their love prevailed, and they got back together in the villa.
It appears as though they’re still together IRL, too, as Yana was spotted out about wearing the bracelet that Kye made and gifted her in the villa.
Verdict: Likely still together.
Mateo and Tamara
Mateo and Tamara from Love Island Australia. Image: Nine.
Mateo and Tamara split before even leaving the villa, so it’s safe to say that they are well and truly donezo.
Verdict: Not together.
Mick and Emma
Mick and Emma from Love Island Australia. Image: Nine.
Mick and Emma were dumped from the villa right before the finale, and said they had to intention of continuing their relationship on the outside.
The couple haven’t officially confirmed whether they’re still together, so we’ll just have to wait until one of them spills the beans!
Verdict: Unknown
Kodi and Dylan
Kodi and Dylan from Love Island Australia. Image: Nine.
When the Islanders were offered a $20,000 cash prize—on the condition that taking it meant leaving the villa and automatically dumping their partner—Dylan grabbed the money and left Kodi high and dry.
Although Kodi was frustrated at Dylan during her exit interview, the preview for the Love Island Australia finale showed her walking in hand in hand with Dylan, suggesting that they may have made amends.
Verdict: Unlikely, but possible.
Jotham and Jaide
Jotham and Jaide from Love Island Australia. Image: Nine.
They may be the newest pair in the finale lineup, but Jotham and Jaide recently locked in their relationship on the show by making it exclusive.
While the couple have stayed relatively tight-lipped about whether they continued dating after Love Island Australia, Jotham dropped a hint that suggests that they’re no longer together.
“The statement of me having a girlfriend before, on, during and after [the show] is just not true at all,” he said, and that specific reference to having no girlfriend after the show certainly raises eyebrows.
Verdict: Unlikely, but possible.
The Love Island Australia 2025 finale airs on Monday, December 15th on 9Now and9Go.
The singles have been mingling on Love Island Australia2025, but — with only so many beds available, and a whole lot of hot new bombshells to come — not all of the OG Islanders can stick around.
The first episode of Love Island Australia 2025 saw five women and five men enter the villa. But it wasn’t long before the first bombshell, Gabby, popped up. To make things even, Mick followed in her footsteps as the first male bombshell.
As the general premise of the show goes, the men and women take turns to pick their love interest at the fire pit. The islanders who aren’t selected in the recoupling ceremony are unceremoniously dumped from the villa.
Read on to find out who’s been eliminated from Love Island Australia 2025 so far.
Sophie Monk and the Love Island contestants at a recoupling ceremony. Image: Nine.
Who’s been eliminated from Love Island Australia 2025 so far?
Mick and Emma
Mick and Emma narrowly missed out on the Love Island Australia finale, as they were the last couple dumped before the big event.
After Dylan took the money and ran, the Superfans voted for their favourite three couples, and Mick and Emma didn’t make the cut.
Dylan and Kodi
When the Islanders were offered a $20,000 cash prize — on the condition that taking it meant leaving the villa and automatically dumping their partner — Dylan grabbed the money and left. That meant that Kodi was yeeted out of Love Island Australia as well.
Gabby and Josh
Day one bombshell — and one of the main characters of the season — Gabby self-eliminated from Love Island in the final moments of Episode 27.
She’d been picked by new bombshell Josh in the previous episode, but didn’t find much of a connection. So, when the remaining six couples were gathered at the fire pit and informed by text that they must choose between them which couple would leave, Gabby volunteered.
“Guys, I think I’m just gonna say a few words. I think that f**k the vote. You know, let’s cut bulls**t. I keep it real around here. I think that you five deserve to go to the finale, all of you equally,” she began.
Gabby told her fellow Islanders that she’s been having a rough time since she and Jotham split after Hotel Amor.
“I think that I’ve reflected on my journey, and I think my Love Island experience definitely came to an end when you walked through the doors after Hotel Amor, and it’s been a f**king struggle since then. But I love you all, and I hope I taught you guys that baddies get saddies, and it’s okay to wear your heart on your sleeve,” she finished.
Unfortunately for Josh, that meant that he was eliminated by default, too.
Tamara and Mateo
Tamara and Mateo had a rather bizarre dumping, in comparison to previous Love Island eliminations. Rather than being voted out by the Superfans or their fellow Islanders, they were simply brought to the front of the fire pit by host Sophie Monk and told they were going home.
“Tamara and Mateo, you failed to build on a connection with each other, you failed to be chosen by the final two bombs, sorry guys, but your time in the villa is now up,” she told them.
Bailey, Boston, Mia and Alex
Mia, Bailey, Alex and Boston. Images: Nine.
The December 2 episode of Love Island Australia 2025 saw a mass exodus of Islanders, with four sent packing.
The six Islanders who had been in the villa the longest had the power to choose their partners, and it was Mia, Bailey, Alex, Boston, Tamara and Mateo who weren’t chosen. However, Tamara was saved when the OG Islanders were allowed to pick one of the singles, and she chose to couple up with Mateo, who also remained in the villa.
Isabel and Conor
Connor and Isabel. Image: Nine.
In a shock elimination ceremony, Isabel was voted least favourite contestant by the Love Island Superfans, and was dumped from the villa.
However, it wasn’t all heartbreak for the 27-year-old; her partner, Connor, decided to leave the villa too, despite not being voted off, making a first for the show.
“You know that never in the history of Love Island Australia has anyone ever left with someone,” host Sophie Monk announced when Connor decided to go with Isabel.
But, Isabel still wasn’t happy about the Superfans’ decision.
“I feel like we’ve been the most authentic in here and our connection has been the most authentic, so if they can’t f**king see that, they get f**ked,” she told Sophie.
Lacey
Lacey. Image: Nine
Lacey was sent home after Sophie Monk gave Ross, Mateo and Jotham the chance to choose one female to leave. It came down to Gabby, Yana and Lacey, before she left in tears.
Lacey didn’t want to leave Kye, who she felt like she had a genuine connection with.
On Instagram, Lacey said she was grateful to have her Love Island Australia experience. “Came in hot, stirred the pot, and served main character energy all season long. My back’s still sore and recovering from carrying the season,” she joked.
“Beyond all the chaos, laughter, crying, and drama, the villa truly felt like family. I’m so grateful for every connection, experience, lesson and every heart I met along the way.”
Cooper
Cooper and Kye. Image: Nine.
Cooper had a rough trot in the Love Island Australia villa, and his departure was no exception. The Islanders were called to the firepit, where Sophie Monk revealed one boy would be leaving.
The Islanders paired off until it was just Yana left standing. She had to choose between her ex, Kye, or Cooper, whom she’d originally coupled up with, but didn’t find a connection. She opted for her ex, and Cooper had a tantrum before leaving the villa (hopefully) forever.
Zac and Bailey
Bailey. Image: Nine.Zac. Image: Nine.
Zac and Bailey were the first two Islanders to be sent home from Love Island Australia 2025, a bittersweet twist, given they’d coupled up on the very first day in the villa.
However, the pair didn’t leave as a couple, with things fizzling out after Zac pulled away from the Canadian model upon learning she didn’t want to have kids.
After breaking things off with Bailey, Zac pursued Sharn, who was initially interested but, after getting to know Zac, decided she wanted to focus on her current partner, Ross.
Bailey moved on from Zac with bomb Mick, but Mick was more interested in Yana, and picked her at the recoupling ceremony.
Unlike previous years, Zac and Bailey weren’t the last Islanders left standing as the other singles picked their match. Instead, bombs Mick and Gabby had their first picks, and then the remaining islanders had to band together by gender, and choose someone of the opposite sex from the remaining pool to send home.
It’s been a wild ride in the Love Island Australia villa, but with the finale just around the corner, we’ll soon know who will be crowned the 2025 winners.
Between the tears, screaming fights and bouncing blankets, some of the couples look to have found a long-lasting connection on the show.
So, which of those couples will take out the crown — and when will it all play out? Read on to find out everything we know about the Love Island Australia 2025 finale.
Love Island host Sophie Monk. Image: Nine.
When is the Love Island Australia finale?
The Love Island Australia 2025 finale will air at 8:30pm on Monday, December 15, on 9GO, and then it will air on 9Now afterwards.
Who’s in the Love Island 2025 finale?
There’s been a mass exodus of Islanders in recent episodes, and only three couples remain in the running to win Love Island 2025. They are:
Ross and Sharn are the only day one Love Island couple still standing. Image: Nine.
This week we’ve seen Gabby, Josh, Kodi, Dylan, Matteo, Tamara, Mick and Emma all leave the villa.
How to vote for the winner of Love Island 2025
Unlike the international versions, Love Island Australia isn’t filmed live, so for the majority of the season, the public vote aspect is handed to the Superfans. The Superfans are a group of people selected by production who vote on dumpings and other challenges throughout the season.
However, the public regains power for the finale, with fans voting for the winner. To vote for your favourite couple, head to the official Love Island website here.
Not only did Love Island Australia 2025 welcome a whole new bunch of Islanders to the villa, but it also introduced a brand-new hard seltzer to the show.
Throughout the season, the Besa Mi Vino hard seltzers have appeared again and again, and fans have been desperately Googling for information on how to try them for themselves.
So, we’ve popped together a guide that includes everything you need to know about the seltzers — and how you can get your hands on them in time for the festive season.
Gabby and Josh with the Love Island seltzers. Image: Nine.
What are the seltzers the cast drink on Love Island Australia?
The hard seltzers are made by Besa Mi Vino and crafted with Australian wine. But with an alcohol content of 8%, they’re not for the faint-hearted — each can contains more than two standard drinks.
They come in standard flavours of watermelon and peach, and a third passionfruit flavour was made specifically for Love Island Australia. Fortunately, it’s also available for us mere mortals to buy.
The selzter flavours. Image: Besa.
Where to buy the Love Island Australia seltzers
While you may not have come across the Besa Mi Vino hard seltzers at your local bottle-o, they’re available at selected stores across Australia.
The Love Island Australia cast has an alcohol limit; however, Season 4 runner-up Callum Hole told Chattr that the limit increases towards the tail end of the show.
“Love Island, your maximum drink allowance is two drinks a night,” he said. “If you get to the final, they allow you to have maybe three [drinks].”
Mick and Emma on the daybed with seltzers. Image: Nine.
In an interview for the show’s podcast Officially Unpacked, the show’s creative director, Alex Mavroidakis, elaborated on why the limit is in place.
“First of all, people don’t look as good when they’re drunk, and Love Island is about people who look good,” he said. “Second of all, most importantly, people make stupid decisions when they’re drunk. We are so red hot on duty of care and consent.”
Executive producer Josie Steele explained that the strength of Besa Mi Vino hard seltzers had the production team reevaluate how much alcohol the Islanders were allowed.
“It used to be one. And now we have, this year we had an alcohol sponsor, Besa and those cans that those drinks come in are like two standard drinks, so we had heaps of meetings around whether that was going to be okay.”
The Love Island Australia 2025 finale airs on Monday, December 15th on 9Now and 9Go.
Jotham and Jaide may be the newest couple in the Love Island Australia finale, but they’ve already locked things in and gone exclusive.
Throughout the majority of the season, Jotham was coupled up with Gabby, until Jaide took him to Hotel Amor. During the overnight stay, Jotham hooked up with Jaide and decided to end things with Gabby upon his return.
Since then, the couple have been going strong, and are one of the three couples in the finale. However, Love Island Australia is pre-recorded, and the final episode was filmed months ago, so are Jotham and Jaide still together IRL? Scroll on to read everything we know.
Jotham and Jaide. Image: Nine.
Did Jotham have a girlfriend while he was in the Love Island villa?
While things have been going swimmingly for the couple inside the villa, some fans grew sceptical of their relationship when Gabby recently claimed that Jotham has a “girl on the outside” while filming.
In November, Gabby was asked by TikToker Olan Tekkers why her then on-screen partner Jotham wasn’t at an event with her, and she claimed he was “at home with his girlfriend that he had the whole time throughout the whole show”.
Gabby doubled down on her claims, telling Chattr in an interview that the other male islanders told her about the woman.
“He told all the boys that he had a girl on the outside. The boys told it back to me,” she said.
Jotham and Jaide at the Love Island fire pit. Image: Nine.
Are Jaide and Jotham still together IRL?
Unlike Kye and Yana and Ross and Sharn, Jaide and Jotham have stayed relatively tight-lipped about whether they continued dating after Love Island Australia.
However, in a podcast episode, Jotham dropped a hint that suggests that they’re no longer together when speaking about the “secret girlfriend” Gabby claimed he had.
‘There’s never been a girlfriend. The statement of me having a girlfriend before, on, during and after [the show] is just not true at all,” he said, and that specific reference to having no girlfriend after the show certainly raises eyebrows.
However, we’ll just have to wait until the Love Island Australia 2025 finale to find out for sure whether Jaide and Jotham are still together.
Love Island Australia 2025 airs Monday – Thursday on 9Now.
As we hurtle towards the finale of Love Island Australia 2025, the question on many fans’ minds remains: why exactly is the Australian version of the beloved reality show pre-recorded, rather than broadcast live?
One of the show’s executive producers, Alex Mavroidakis, answered this very question on Love Island Australia Officially Unpacked, the show’s official podcast, where its producers addressed Love Island Australia fans’ burning questions.
Responding to a question about why the show is recorded in advance, he essentially said the answer comes down to… the weather. “Love Island Australia is commissioned by Channel Nine for November and December,” he begins. “They want to shoot it in Europe, but it’s bloody freezing in Spain during those months, so we have to shoot it in the European summer. That’s the only way to make the show work.”
He added that Channel Nine only broadcasts Love Island Australia from Monday to Thursday, meaning that the islanders would be left twiddling their thumbs for the remaining three days of the week. Mavroidakis stressed that “it’s either this or nothing”, pointing out that many other versions of the show, including those filmed in Norway, Sweden, Spain and Greece, do the same thing.
Of course, the main issue with the pre-recorded episodes is that fans of the show can’t vote, to which Alex responded: “It’s a shame… but so many of those comments I’m reading come from the UK and the US who can’t vote anyway. Come on guys, seriously.”
But fortunately for passionate Love Island fans, the 2025 winner will be decided by the public. Viewers can back their favourite of the final three couples, Sharn and Ross, Yana and Kye or Jotham and Jaide via the Love Island website.
Alex Mavroidakis and Sophie Monk on set of Love Island Australia. Image: Nine.
Are Love Island Australia’s Superfans Real?
Many Love Island Australia fans are understandably bummed out that they’re unable to vote for their favourite islanders as the season progresses, due to the show not being live.
Instead, it’s the show’s controversial Superfans who call the shots, from who’s made vulnerable to who scores a date with a bombshell, and even who is sent home.
And while speculation abounds that these Superfans are fake, the producers have stressed on an earlier episode of the podcast that they’re the real deal.
“The Superfans are real,” Josie Steele, another of the show’s producers, said. “I wish they were fake sometimes, because it’s really hard managing them.”
“I’m gonna tell you right now, pinky swear. I’ll do this to my kids. The Superfans are real, and I don’t pinky swear lightly,” Alex said, adding that the reason that we don’t see any Love Island Australia Superfans is because they’ve all signed NDAs.
Love Island Australia 2025 airs Monday – Thursday on 9Now.
All hell broke loose in the Love Island Australiavilla when Yana’s ex, Kye, entered as a bombshell during Episode 5. Yana was visibly shaken by his arrival and made it clear she was unhappy about it, however, things have since turned around for the couple, and they’re coupled up in the villa.
But, it’s been an extremely rough road for them, which has resulted in a lot of tears for Yana — particularly when Kye broke their boundaries and hooked up with bombshell Emma in Hotel Amor.
Despite the chaos, viewers saw Yana save Kye at the mass dumping that aired on December 2, and she has made it clear she’s willing to work to make a relationship work with him.
So, will they make it together as a couple in the real world? Love Island Australia 2025 is pre-recorded, so Kye and Yana already know the answer to those questions. However, read on to find out what we know so far about whether the couple are still together — and what their dating history is.
Are Love Island’s Kye and Yana together in real life?
Yes, it looks like it!
The Islanders are strictly warned by production not to share their relationship status while the show is still airing, to avoid ruining the finale for viewers. However, eagle-eyed fans have managed to pick up signs about where Kye and Yana stand, and it’s not good news for people who think she should leave him.
Yana attended a White Fox event in late November, and she can be seen wearing the “K and Y” bracelet Kye made and gifted her in Episode 25. If you look closely at Yana’s left hand, you can see the same black cord that Kye’s bracelet was made with.
The bracelet Kye made (left) and Yana wearing a black bracelet with beads (right). Image: Nine/TikTok.
She also posed with Kye for a photo with long-term Love Island couple, Nate and Georgia, suggesting that they’re, at very least, on good terms.
Nate, Georgia, Yana and Kye at the White Fox party. Image: Snapchat.
Another photo posted to Reddit shows Yana posing with two friends, wearing a different outfit from the White Fox party, with Kye in the background. So, while this doesn’t necessarily confirm that they’re dating, it does show they’ve been hanging out on multiple occasions since filming wrapped.
A photo of Yana with Kye in the background. Image: Reddit.
However, Yana recently threw a spanner in the works when she posted some lyrics about a man who lies and highlighted a section of the song that says, “I’m done”. Could she be hinting at being done with Kye after his Hotel Amor antics? We’ll just have to wait and see!
Yana’s post. Image: Instagram.
Love Island Australia’s Yana and Kye’s dating history
When Kye entered Love Island Australia, he picked Gabby for a date early, and she left to meet him. During their meet up, Gabby mentioned Yana by name, which is when it clicked to Kye that his ex was in the villa. Kye told Gabby that he’d dated Yana for a year and a half, and said the last time they saw each other was “a couple of months ago”.
After Kye officially entered the villa, Yana and the rest of the girls headed to a nook for a debrief, and Gabby told Yana that Kye had said their relationship had “finally ended six months ago”.
So, does the timeline of Yana and Kye’s relationship add up? Here’s everything we know about their history before the show.
It appears that Yana and Kye hard-launched their relationship in October 2023, on a group trip to Dumbogan, located about four hours north of Sydney. Yana shared a collection of snaps from the holiday, including a couple of her cuddled up with Kye.
In December 2023, Yana posted a photo of herself posing alongside a Four Wheel Drive on the beach at Scotts Head Beach, a five-hour drive from Sydney. Kye was tagged in the pic, suggesting that the pair headed off on another romantic trip together.
Kye was once again mysteriously tagged in a post by Yana in May 2023, but can’t be seen. It shows Yana competing in a surf competition in Newport on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
Kye popped up again in Yana’s post in July 2024, and this time he was in front of the camera again. Yana captioned the carousel “Lil trip”, and it appears that the couple went dirt bike riding together.
October 2024 marked Kyle and Yana’s first solo couple photo on the gram, and the location was tagged as Annuka Beach Resort. However, there was some crazy foreshadowing in the comments section, with a now-deleted user writing: “He’s cheated on every gf he’s had pls beware before u txt the gfs gc broken x.”
Things appeared to still be going strong between Kye and Yana in January of this year, as Kyle was tagged in a selection of pics of Yana in Seal Rocks. However, the same user who ominously warned Yana about Kye in October was back in the comments section. “Dating a guy with a horrendous past is really embarrassing please beware,” they wrote.
Kye and Yana took things international with a trip to LA and Brazil in February 2025, but it seemed to spell the end of the couple, as the pics are the last photos posted online of them together.
March 2025
In March, Yana posted a clip to her Instagram story showing her friend running to her car, captioning it “Who needs a bf?”, which implied that she was single.
When was Love Island Australia 2025 filmed?
Unlike the UK and USA versions of Love Island, which are filmed live, the Australian iteration is pre-recorded.
While exact filming dates haven’t been released to the public, it’s understood that filming generally takes place from late July to late August. If that’s correct, it looks like Yana and Kye broke up around five months prior to filming the dating reality show.
However, Yana and Kye have since rekindled their flame on Love IslandAustralia, and headed to the hideaway together for a spicy night on November 20.
Love Island Australia airs Monday – Thursday on 9Now.
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Sharn and Ross were a day-one couple on Love Island Australia 2025, and although they hit a rough patch mid-season thanks to a fiery Bombshell named Boston, they’ve found their way back together.
As Love Island Australia is pre-recorded, filming has already wrapped, meaning some couples may have left the villa together and be dating on the outside.
So, are they one of them? Read on to find out everything we know about whether Love Island Australia’s Sharn and Ross are still together.
Sharn and Ross on Love Island Australia 2025. Image: Nine.
Are Love Island’s Australia’s Sharn and Ross still together in real life?
Yes, it looks like it!
Season 7 of Love Island Australia is still airing, and the contestants are strongly encouraged to keep their post-show relationships secret until the finale airs. However, there have been a few leaks that hint that Sharn and Ross are still together in real life.
Sharn’s LinkedIn profile suggests they’re still together
Sharn lived in Adelaide while Love Island Australia was being filmed, and Ross lived in Byron Bay.
However, a recent update to the dermal therapist’s LinkedIn page shows she’s not located on the Gold Coast, which is just over an hour’s drive from the beach town where Ross lives. Could this be a sign she’s moved to be closer to her boyfriend? We think so!
Sharn’s LinkedIn page.
Love Island pro Olan Tekkers confirms the couple are still together
Olan Tekkers — who has somehow unofficially taken on the role of spilling Love Island tea on TikTok — revealed that he attended the TikTok Awards after party, and Sharn and Ross made it clear that they were very much together.
“Ross and Sharn are definitely still together, very much publicly declaring their love for each other. So, I don’t know if they make it to the finals or not, but they’re still together,” he said.
Sharn and Ross pictured together after the TikTok awards
A number of Islanders attended the TikTok Awards hosted in Sydney on November 26. Both Ross and Sharn were in attendance, but a snap shared afterwards seemed to confirm their relationship status.
A user posted a photo on Reddit of dumped Islanders Isabel and Connor — who have confirmed that they’re still together — walking away with Sharn and Ross after the ceremony, hinting that both couples are still happily going strong.
Connor, Ross, Sharn and Isabel leaving the TikTok awards. Image: Reddit.
Sharn and Ross spotted on a date together
Also, a Reddit user posted two photos of what looks to be the Love Islandcouple out and about. In the first pic, Sharn can easily be made out, but upon closer inspection, she appears to be with Ross, who’s partly hidden by some well-placed glare on the plastic. And, a follow-up photo shows Sharn in the same outfit walking with someone who looks suspiciously like Ross — sans mullet. See for yourself below.
Is that Sharn on a date with Ross? Image: Reddit.Looks like Sharn and Ross! Image: Reddit.
A cabin crew member reveals Ross was flying to Adelaide — where Sharn lives
A Jetstar cabin crew member may have let the fate of Sharn and Ross’s relationship leak thanks to a selfie. TikTok user @GeorgiaClarkee posted a photo with Ross to her TikTok. When another user asked her if he was flying to Adelaide, she replied in a now-deleted comment that he was.
As of now, Sharn is the only Islander in the villa from Adelaide, and users have speculated that Ross was flying to see her, suggesting that they’re still together in real life.
“Sharn is the only islander who lives in Adelaide. And let’s be honest, I’ve been to Adelaide, there is not much reason to go there unless you are visiting someone,” one person wrote after the clip was posted to Reddit.
The now deleted comment on Georgia’s TikTok. Image: TikTok.
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Earlier this week, 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 over the next few weeks, 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 earlier this week.
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.”
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, suggesting the former housemates may be keeping their love story alive.
“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 is a fan of the budding couple, though, with one person saying, “Do people seriously ship them? What the hell.”
In his second story, Bruce is shown taking Coco for a ride in his convertible, captioning the story: As promised, quick spin in convertable [sic] before she goes. And seems like she’s not too shabby about it.”
So, are Coco and Bruce still together? It’s hard to say for sure, but it’s safe to say that things are looking pretty positive! With the pair already having caught up for drinks just a couple of days after the Big Brother Australia finale, despite Coco suggesting that they won’t be catching up until “after Christmas”, we’re going to go with… very possibly!
Rumours that Jotham Russell had a girlfriend during Love Island Australia 2025 took off after Gabby claimed that he was involved with someone on the outside while dating her in the villa, and Reddit users believe they’ve found the girl involved.
In November, Gabby was asked by TikToker Olan Tekkers why her then on-screen partner Jotham wasn’t at an event with her, and she claimed he was “at home with his girlfriend that he had the whole time throughout the whole show”.
Shortly after, Gabby told Chattr that her fellow male Islanders recently told her that he had a girlfriend while he was on the show.
Jotham and Gabby on Love Island Australia. Image: Nine.
“He told all the boys that he had a girl on the outside. The boys told it back to me,” she said.
After the news went viral, Jotham claimed in an interview with TV Week that he never had a “secret girlfriend,” however, he did acknowledge that he was seeing someone before.
“I was definitely talking to someone before the villa – to a few people. Some I was seeing more than others. But it was pretty much just that. I barely even went on dates. I haven’t really been much of a dater on the outside. I don’t do dinner dates,” he said.
Who is Jotham from Love Island’s secret girlfriend?
Reddit users have put their detective hats on, and many are convinced they’ve uncovered the woman Jotham was allegedly involved with, named Bhodi.
It’s important to note that the woman hasn’t publicly claimed to be Jotham’s girlfriend, nor has she said so anywhere on social media. However, story posts in her highlights have shown that she went to Japan with Jotham earlier this year, along with his brother Tynna and his girlfriend Jorgee.
Jotham, Bhodi, Tynna and Jorgee in Japan. Image: Instagram.Jotham, Bhodi and Jorgee in Japan. Image: Instagram.
Jotham has also liked a LOT of Bhodi’s photos this year, and can be found in the comments section of many of them.
One Reddit user pointed out that, despite the fact that Jotham may not have put a label on their relationship, it clearly looks as though Jotham and Bhodi are a couple.
“I mean come on… a YEARS long situationship that you travel with and take on family vacations??… If it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck, it’s a duck. That is basically his girlfriend that he just won’t officially call his gf so that he can f**k around. I really don’t think Gabby is too far off by saying [that’s] his gf,” they wrote.
Jotham and Bhodi in Japan. Image: Instagram.Jotham, Bhodi, Tynna and Jorgee in Japan. Image: Instagram.
Somewhere on the Gold Coast, Gabby is probably feeling pretty vindicated right now.
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Married at First Sight (MAFS) star Dave Hand has confirmed that he’s well and truly alive after a bunch of viral TikToks picked up traction claiming that he died in a car accident.
The bizarre videos — which are likely created with AI and began in September — all feature cover images suggesting that Dave has passed away.
A search of Dave Hand’s name on TikTok shows these videos. Image: TikTok.
Fortunately, the MAFS 2024 groom has confirmed that the videos are a hoax, but said he was shocked when people started sending him them.
“It was pretty strange to be fair, not sure what’s going on, but I found it hilarious that there are so many videos,” Dave told Chattr.
“Surely it’s an AI/bot situation because anyone spending time making these needs a job. Actually, I could hire them to do some caulking. I’m super busy this time of year,” he laughed. “But honestly, it’s weird. My inbox was full of the TikTok vids, it was actually crazy.”
While the clips have been making the rounds on TikTok, it appears that most MAFS fans haven’t been falling for Dave’s death hoax.
“He didn’t die.. I work with his mum,” one person wrote, while another questioned the video. “Why would they say he died?”
There have been rumours circulating that Dave will be joining the next season of Netflix’s Perfect Match. Dave’s MAFS ex Jamie Marinos has also confirmed to Chattr that she was asked to join the series, but turned the opportunity down.
“I was approached earlier this year, which was flattering, but it didn’t align with where I’m at personally or professionally. When I applied for MAFS – and throughout the entire process – I was completely authentic and genuinely hoping to build a real relationship. Maintaining that authenticity matters to me, and stepping into a dating environment that didn’t reflect that intention didn’t feel right,” she said.
Jamie said she’s now focused on future opportunities and while she’s open to love, she’s not looking on reality TV.
“Right now, my focus is on my mental health, my career, and opportunities that align with the direction I’m moving in. For me, it was the best decision not to be involved,” she continued.
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Gabby’s exit from the Love Island Australia villa was nothing short of dramatic, staying true to the main character energy she’s been giving all season long.
During the episode that aired on December 10, the remaining 12 Islanders gathered at the firepit, where they were informed by text that one couple would be leaving, and the group would choose who that was. However, Gabby stood up and told the rest of the cast she’d leave, so they could all stay — which meant her partner new Bombshell Josh was automatically dumped too.
Gabby made her entrance as the very first Bombshell on Love Island Australia 2025, arriving in Episode 1. Since then, she’s been at the centre of countless dramas and has split viewers with her fierce personality. But love her or hate her, there’s no denying the 21-year-old delivers top-tier reality TV.
Looking back on her time in the Love Island villa, Gabby told Chattr that her time on the show taught her so much about herself.
“I think spending so much time with yourself and your thoughts and your emotions, my feelings, — was like, wow. I have a lot to work on. Like, I have a lot of like, underlying things from my past or my childhood,” she said.
Gabby and Yana at Love Island Australia movie night. Image: Nine.
“I think I’ve really become a lot more self-aware since the experience, and obviously, like, I came out with so many best friends. I’m just so grateful and appreciative for all of it,” she added.
The villa certainly won’t be the same without Gabby, so would she consider returning for another Love Island season?
“I would definitely go back and do it all again,” she said.
Gabby shares why she’s so grateful for her Love Island Australia experience
Gabby found a connection with both Jotham and Dylan, but, unfortunately for her, neither coupling ended up working out.
However, she told Chattr that she’s so appreciative of the female friendships she made in the villa.
“I’m so grateful. We had a group of, like, five of us. It was me, Yana, Tamara, Sharn and Izzy, and we’re all super close still. Also, I made really good friends with Mia, Boston, and all of those girls. I mean, it’s a trauma bond that we’ll have for life,” she laughed.
Love Island’s Yana, Sharn, Gabby, Izzy, Hannah and Tamara. Image: Nine.
But, when it came to the men of the villa, Gabby could only name a few who she’s still on good terms with.
“I’m really close with Kye,” Gabby told Chattr. “I love Kye, and I am friends with Mick. I’m super close to Connor as well. Mick’s a bit of a shit stirrer, but you love him like a brother at the end.
“I have so much love for Kye, Connor and Mick,” she added.
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Big Brother Australia was a massive success, with Channel 10 restoring the reality TV show to its former glory. Along with live nominations and evictions, fans were also treated to 24/7 streaming of the chaos in the house.
Of course, there were times when the cameras would cut to the fish tanks or washing machines for far too long, but audiences were able to see the social experiment play out in real time.
So, will Big Brother Australia return for 2026? Host Mel Tracina didn’t announce anything at the grand finale, but a fan with inside knowledge has spilled some details on a popular fan Facebook group.
“Mel stopped just short of announcing [Big Brother Australia] would be back. They should have announced it then and opened casting up. I had heard from someone closely involved they were looking at an 82 day version from April,” they wrote.
“I hope it works out. I’d like a bit later in the year to have a concurrent run with Big Brother UK and finally do a housemate swap.”
Fans were excited by this potential extended season, with one saying it would be “awesome”.
“I loved this series, Mel was an awesome host,” another added.
“Bring back Friday night games next year,” a third said.
The Big Brother housemates. Image: 10
What has Mel Tracina said about Big Brother Australia 2026?
While host Mel didn’t confirm Big Brother Australia 2026, it sounds like it’s definitely on the cards. “So, what do you reckon, do you want to do it again next year?” she asked the screaming crowd at Dreamworld during the finale.
Casting for Big Brother Australia 2026 is not yet open, but the show has seen huge ratings for Channel 10. The show’s grand finale was the biggest since 2021, and was the network’s biggest reality show since 2023.
Big Brother Australia racked up 161 million total social media views across YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, and the TV show reached 6.6 million total viewers. It seems like a no-brainer for 2026!
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Is the future of Home and Away at stake? Following in the footsteps of Neighbours, Channel 5 in the UK has removed the Aussie soap from its daytime slot, and viewers will only be able to watch it on streaming during the day.
Fans will remember that Channel 5 dropped Neighbours in 2022, which ultimately led to its cancellation (before being revived by Amazon FreeVee in 2023 and then finishing again in 2025).
“[The show is] moving exclusively to streaming for daytime viewing,” a Channel 5 spokesperson told Digital Spy. This will take place in January, so loyal daytime watchers will need to use the network’s streaming app instead.
“Moving daytime episodes exclusively to streaming is a natural next step, reflecting how audiences want to engage with their favourite content,” Channel 5’s Commissioning Editor Greg Barnett said. “Home and Away has been a phenomenal success for us on streaming.”
However, there’s one difference between Home and Away and Neighbours. Summer Bay fans will still be able to get their fix in the UK on 5Star, with new episodes still airing at 6.30pm each night. Plus, unlike Neighbours, Home and Away relies primarily on Australian viewers and funding from Channel Seven.
It was also previously revealed by Channel 5’s Director of Programmes that Home and Away has a “life-of-series deal”, meaning the channel will continue to air it as long as it is produced.
“I think it will be interesting to see what we do with it as we evolve. There might be somewhere else to put it in the [Channel] 5 spectrum. But it’s a life-of-series deal, so it’s not going anywhere until the makers decide to cancel it,” Ben Frow told Radio Times magazine in 2022.
Marilyn and Alf. Image: Seven
Home and Away fans react to the ‘bad news’
When Channel 5’s decision was shared on a popular Home and Away Facebook group, many were worried about the soap’s future.
“Gosh… I hope that isn’t a move towards ending it showing in [the] UK,” one person said.
“That is bad news for the UK following Home and Away,” another added.
“That’s alright if you can stream it but [not] everyone can,” an annoyed fan wrote.
“That’s mean, just glad I’ve got a new TV so can stil watch it,” another chimed in.
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Big Brother Australia 2025’s Coco Beeby not only walked away with the winner’s title and $135,000 richer, but she also left the house with a budding romance with Bruce Dunne.
So, what’s next for the new couple? While host Mel Tracina pressed Bruce’s parents about whether there’d be a “chair” at the Christmas table for Coco, the Big Brother winner said she wants to focus on spending time with her three kids, and will catch up with Bruce after the festive holiday.
“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.
Coco added that she only got to see Bruce for a brief moment after she won Big Brother, before she was whisked away to a hotel for 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, Bruce clearly stayed busy post-finale, with Holly sharing a video of her in the front seat of his car as she, Bruce and Colin drove off after the show wrapped.
When asked about her future with Bruce, Coco stayed coy but said she was looking forward to seeing how things go in the real world.
“I’m not thinking too far ahead. I’m just looking forward to getting to know him a bit more. And… without the cameras and the mics on us.”
Coco and Bruce cuddling on Big Brother. Image: Ten.
Coco on Bruce’s growth in the Big Brother house
Bruce entered the Big Brother house with strong opinions, but when Coco called him out for the abrasive way he handled the Grand BB Hotel task — scoffing down the guests’ food with Holly and snapping at housemates — he did some self-reflection.
At the finale, he told Big Brother that the Bruce that walked into the house wouldn’t recognise the man he’s turned into during the show, because of his tremendous personal growth.
Reflecting on how much Bruce changed from the start of Big Brother, Coco said that she believes the softer side of Bruce is actually his true self.
“I think that was actually him, truly being himself,” she said. “I think he was caught up. It’s an emotional roller coaster [being on Big Brother], and everything is magnified, and tensions are high, and, like most, combust. So I think what we saw towards the end of the show with Bruce was him being his true, authentic self, and I think that’s what made me fall for him.”
Aww!
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Holly Young was one of the most well-known Big Brother Australia housemates prior to going in as a contestant, with over 100K followers on Instagram and a successful modelling career. There have been consistent rumours about her being an “industry plant”, and one fan who attended the Big Brother Australia finale pointed out an interesting detail.
“I know there’s been speculation as well as mysterious ‘behind-the-scenes’ staff alluding to the fact that Holly was known by production and assisting them (all alleged),” the fan wrote on Reddit. “But I couldn’t help but notice how chummy she was with producers and even the voice of Big Brother (last pic). I need to stress that these weren’t just ‘hi and byes’, she spent a considerable amount of time talking with them, which no other housemate did.
“Obviously she was there for Colin’s eviction but given that Conor and Ed were the only other evicted housemates there, it does make you wonder why Vinnie wasn’t there while Holly was, despite being evicted after her.”
The Big BrotherAustralia fan noted that Conor also interacted with the crew, but it wasn’t as extensive as Holly’s conversations. “She basically spent most of her time in the back working the room… it wasn’t the same [as Conor],” they explained.
The Redditor also included three photos of Holly looking close with the production crew from the Big Brother Australia finale.
Holly hugging members of production. Image: Reddit
Big Brother Australia fans divided over Holly’s relationship with production
Many Big Brother Australia fans agreed with the theory that Holly was “chummy” with production, with one saying: “She knows them all! And they definitely poached her, it was all a publicity stunt. On the live when Holly was getting a lot of negative attention they wouldn’t show her on the camera, she would walk into a room [and] bam, camera change. It was so highly edited what we saw even on live.”
“If you don’t think Holly got special treatment inside that house you’re delusional,” another added.
However, others pointed out that since Holly works in the modelling industry it makes sense she was trying to network for future opportunities.
“Holly is a schmoozer; she has to be to succeed in her industry and so that all tracks,” one pointed out.
“She has a 115K following on Instagram, and is heavily in the entertainment industry as an influencer and model, so of course she is going to be chummy with production since it’s a good networking opportunity for her. Maybe even production knows they could benefit with networking with her, as she has international connections in America and Europe,” another wrote.
“She’s being polite. I really hope you people go touch grass now that [Big Brother Australia] is over,” a third chimed in.
We’ll see what happens next, but our money’s on Holly joining another Australian reality TV show in the not-too-distant future.
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As Big Brother fans will know, Coco and Holly had a tumultuous relationship in the house, which certainly didn’t end amicably when Holly called her out in her goodbye message. “Coco, thank you for reminding me why I don’t trust females,” Holly began. “I’m so disappointed with how you’ve treated our relationship. Looking back at it now, I realise that it was pretty much just all fake.”
The video, which still remains on Holly’s TikTok account but was deleted from her Instagram stories overnight, showed Bruce driving a convertible with the top down, Holly sitting alongside him in the front seat, and Colin in the back seat. So, did Bruce riding off into the sunset with Holly immediately after her win upset Coco?
“I didn’t even know that,” Coco told Chattr in a post-win interview. “[But I’m] totally sweet with it.”
Coco stressed that Holly and Bruce hanging out didn’t bother her at all, adding, “You know what? That doesn’t faze me, not one bit.”
The mum of three took the high road when asked if she thought Holly posted the video for clout.
“I don’t think so,” she said. “I haven’t even been on my phone, I haven’t even opened up Instagram. So, yeah, it’s interesting, but it’s all good.”
Did Bruce and Coco hang out after the Big Brother finale?
Both Bruce and Coco raved about their budding relationship during their televised interviews with Big Brother host Mel Tracina.
However, winning Big Brother comes with a whirlwind of commitments, and Coco only caught a moment with Bruce before being whisked away for her winner’s duties.
“I saw him briefly after the show, but we haven’t actually got a chance to catch up either, so it’ll be nice to catch up with him when we eventually can,” she told Chattr.
Bruce and Coco in the Big Brother house. Image: Ten.
In fact, Coco was so busy with all of her commitments that she wasn’t able to spend the night with her three kids, who she’d just been reunited with.
“I pretty much just had to go off stage. I went,and I hugged my kids for about 20 minutes, and then I made my way to the hotel,” she said.
“The hardest part was having to let them go again. I reassured them that I’m not going back into the Big Brother house and that I’d be able to talk to them. But I’ll be reunited with them tomorrow, and I can’t wait to just lap that.”
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TheBig Brother Australia 2025 finale saw Coco Beeby crowned winner and fan-favourite Emily Dale finish runner-up, but some viewers say their votes for Emily on the eve of the finale weren’t registering.
The Big Brother winner was decided by the public, with fans choosing between Coco, Emily, Bruce, Alanna or Colin. However, in a now-deleted comment on a fan Facebook group, multiple people complained that they tried to vote for Emily ahead of the finale and it didn’t work.
“Big Brother Australia, I wanted to raise a concern and see if anyone else experienced the same issue with the Big Brother Australia voting. When attempting to vote, I was unable to submit a vote for my first choice, Emily. However, when I selected Coco, the vote went through without any issues, [it] left me feeling disappointed and confused, as voting should be fair and accessible for all viewers,” the post read.
A few minutes after the post was published, two people replied, with one saying they’d had the same issue, and the other commenting that someone else had the same problem.
Although the post was deleted, a screenshot of it resurfaced in another fan group, and even more people chimed in saying they’d experienced issues voting for Emily.
“I couldn’t get on to vote for Emily, but when I finally did get on and went to click her name, it said voting has ended. Rigged,” one person wrote.
“I had the same issue and had to attempt 3 times before the system allowed an Emily vote… What’s done is done. Congrats, Coco,” another penned.
However, some other fans said that the issue didn’t just affect Emily’s votes.
“Mine was doing this with Coco’s vote, so I think it was just having problems,” one person wrote, while another aid: “I ended up having to go on the actual website instead of the app for my vote to go through. I wanted to vote for CoCo & couldn’t, so it’s not just for Emily.”
A third said, “My vote for Coco wouldn’t go through either.”
Did Emily have an interview after getting evicted from Big Brother Australia?
Alanna, Bruce and Colin all spent time with host Mel Tracina after being evicted from the Big Brother house, an opportunity that runner-up Emily appeared to miss out on.
After Coco was announced the winner, Emily was asked to leave the house, and viewers watching from home didn’t see her on the stage at all.
However, a video circulating on social media has shown Emily quickly crossing the stage, before being walked into the crowd by Big Brother narrator Mike Goldman so she could be reunited with her husband.
The appearance had viewers wondering if Emily perhaps got an interview, but there wasn’t enough time to show it on TV. However, two-time Big Brother winner Reggie Sorensen, who was in the audience, confirmed that Emily didn’t.
“I was there in the audience, Emily got bugger all, so sad,” she commented on the official Big Brother Instagram post.
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Big Brother Australia2025 feels like it’s only just begun, but the finale episode is just around the corner. The Big Brother Australia finale will air on Channel 10 on Monday, December 8, which is just days away.
There are currently still seven housemates left in the running for the $100,000 prize, so how on earth will Big Brother evict that many people in such a short amount of time?
Here’s everything we know about the Big Brother Australia finale, including when it airs.
Who’s in the Big Brother Australia 2025 finale?
There are currently seven housemates left, so the Big Brother Australia finale could include Allana, Bruce, Coco, Colin, Conor, Ed and Emily. However, four housemates are up for eviction this Sunday: Conor, Ed, Colin and Coco.
When is the Big Brother Australia 2025 finale?
The Big Brother Australia 2025 grand finale will take place on Monday, December 8 at 7:30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.
Colin and Holly in the Big Brother house. Image: 10
Who wins Big Brother Australia?
The winner will be announced live, but Vinnie has weighed in on who he would like to see take out the show.
“I would love Emily to win Big Brother,” he told Chattr. “I think the money would go a long way in her life. I think she is going to be a young mom.
“Her and her husband are going to plan to have kids soon. She’s going to be an incredible mother. They have a mortgage together. I think that money could go a long way in setting up their family. She’s just a beautiful soul. She deserves that”
Emily in Big Brother’s diary room. Image: Ten.
Ed is also firmly on Team Emily, telling Chattr that IRL she’s even “better than what everyone thinks she is.”
“Her one-liners are classic, she’s had everyone in stitches. She is awesome. I think she has a very, very good chance to take it out. I’d be absolutely over the moon if she won.”
At the beginning of the season, the first evictee, Michael, also told Chattr his prediction. “I know who’s going to win, it’s going to be Emily,” Michael said. “She’s the least offensive, and she flies under the radar in like a Reggie Bird kind of way… she’s just someone you can’t nominate.”
Michael claimed that Edward and Bruce are too “opinionated”, Conor “flies off the handle”, and everybody has an “annoying” trait, apart from Emily. “She’s just so lovely. So for that reason, I just can’t see her ever [getting] nominated.”
While we wait to find out more details about the Big Brother Australia finale, you can take a look at all the weird rules housemates have to follow.
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The Big Brother finale is here, and there are five housemates in the running to take it out, but has the winner already been leaked?
Coco, Emily, Colin, Alanna and Bruce are the final five, and passionate fans have flocked to social media to share who they’re voting for.
While the winner won’t be announced until the live finale, which airs at 7:30pm AEDT on Channel 10 and 10Play, fans’ online feedback has given a pretty good indication of who might take out the crown.
If you haven’t placed your vote yet, there’s still time! Head to the 10Play website or open the 10Play app, hit the Vote Now button and select the housemate you want to win.
The Big Brother Australia housemates with host Mel Tracina. Image: Ten.
Who do social media users think will win Big Brother Australia 2025?
One Big Brother Australia Facebook group ran a poll asking members to vote on who they think will win the show, and it drew hundreds of responses. And, there was one clear frontrunner with 49% of people voting for Emily to be crowned the winner.
In the second spot was Coco with 36% of the votes. Colin, Bruce and Alanna all received low votes to win, with 7%, 6% and 2% respectively.
Who do the Big Brother contestants think will win?
Throughout the season, Chattr has asked some of the evicted housemates who they think will win Big Brother Australia 2025, and like the Facebook fans, a lot of them are backing Emily.
“I would love Emily to win Big Brother,” Vinnie told Chattr. “I think the money would go a long way in her life. I think she is going to be a young mum.
“Her and her husband are going to plan to have kids soon. She’s going to be an incredible mother. They have a mortgage together. I think that money could go a long way in setting up their family. She’s just a beautiful soul. She deserves that”
Emily and Alanna on the Big Brother couch. Image: Ten.
First evictee Michael also said he was convinced that Emily would win.
I know who’s going to win, it’s going to be Emily,” Michael said. “She’s the least offensive, and she flies under the radar in like a Reggie Bird kind of way… she’s just someone you can’t nominate.”
“She’s better than what everyone thinks she is…. She is a ripper, she is so, so funny. She keeps on your toes, she’s such a great person, she’s also very down to earth, very caring,” he said.
“Her one-liners are classic, she’s had everyone in stitches. She is awesome. I think she has a very, very good chance to take it out. I’d be absolutely over the moon if she won.”
Big Brother Australia 2025 airs Monday to Friday at 7.30pm, and Sundays at 7pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.
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