The best friends from NSW told Chattr that they watched the MKR finale at a pub with most of the cast.
“Most of the contestants could make it. Last night, we had a most party down at the Quest in Wooloware with our friends and family. So it was amazing,” Will said, adding that Bailey, Maria, Marko, Danielle, Lol and Lil were all there.
Justin and Will explained that there were alternate endings filmed, one which showed them winning, and another that showed Maria and Bailey winning, which was done so that the winner didn’t get leaked ahead of the finale. But, that meant the men only found out that they won when the rest of Australia did.
“Gosh, that was a great moment,” Will told Chattr about finding out that they’d officially been crowned the winners.
However, the alternate endings meant that Maria and Bailey found out that they’d lost at the same time, while they were next to Justin and Will, who were celebrating. However, Justin said they were “good sports” about it.
“They were so stoked for us… Maybe today, they’re probably a little bit different,” Justin laughed. “They were really stoked. And whatever way I went last night, it would have been a celebration anyway.”
Maria and Bailey and Will and Justin in the MKR grand final. Image: Seven.
What will Justin and Will spend their prize money on?
Along with bragging rights, Justin and Will scored $100,000 prize money for winning MKR 2025.
Will told Chattr that they’ll be taking a holiday with their family to celebrate, and the rest of the money will go towards buying gifts and paying some bills.
“[We’ll spend the prize money on] a holiday, set up for kids, a couple of presents for Christmas, and pay some bills,” he said.
“We’ve got a couple of weeks up on the Goldie and Byron at Christmas and New Year’s. So it will be a good couple of weeks away.”
While the pair don’t have any immediate plans to start a career in the food space, they said it’s something they’re interested in.
“We’re both excited to explore this space,” Justin said. “So we’re gonna see where the road leads us.”
Congratulations to Will and Justin for winning MKR 2025!
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Big Brother’smost controversial housemate, Michael Downs, became the first to be evicted in last night’s episode. But it turns out he had another reality TV opportunity lined up — he was reportedly in talks to join MAFS 2026 as an intruder.
According to Daily Mail Australia, the 47-year-old was set to be cast on the series. However, producers ultimately backed out after Michael refused to compromise, and they weren’t willing to manufacture an incompatible match purely for drama. In the end, they pulled the pin and told him they’d circle back for a another suitable series.
However, in an exclusive interview with Chattr he clarified that he never officially made it on the season.
“I never really got onto MAFS. You know, I kind of got through that process, and then that rolled into, yeah, going in and chatting to producers and auditioning for Big Brother, which I thought was a much better fit for me.”
Michael told Chattr that MAFS never felt right for him. As a dad of three, the idea of being pushed into an instant relationship didn’t sit well, and Big Brother felt like a much more natural fit.
“You know, having three kids on the outside, in the outside, I kind of was always worried about being thrown into bed with some woman I didn’t know, and how that looks when you got young kids. So Big Brother was a much, much better fit for me. So it all worked out in the end for the best.”
Was Michael concerned about jeopardising his career by going on Big Brother
Michael, CEO of Nuclear Media — the publishing company behind titles like the recently republished FHM Magazine, Women’s Fitness, and It Girl — said he was never worried about how he’d be perceived in the Big Brother house or whether it might impact his career.
“In a word, no. I never feel it. I never, ever feel any need to filter anything I say, You know what? When I was 19, maybe even 29 I felt those needs. At 49 I am who I am. I’m not going to change. And everybody knows who I am.”
While Michael wasn’t concerned, he told Chattr his family certainly was.
“My friends and family, they were all concerned. Well, the few I could tell, especially my oldest daughter, was concerned when I was, you know, cast on Big Brother, but mate, I think I was a pretty tame version of my real self in there.
Michael has already rubbed many viewers and fellow contestants the wrong way in just his first week in the Big Brother house.
In Tuesday’s episode, a discussion between Michael, Bruce, and Mia about whether one parent should take on childbearing responsibilities while the other worked quickly escalated into a broader debate about gender roles. Mia tried to help both men understand that gender inequality still exists in 2025, however the boys wouldn’t budge on their views.
Michael, Bruce and Mia have a heated discussion about gender roles. Image: Ten
“I don’t have a whole lot of conviction in what I say. A lot of what I say is just to shit stir at the end of that, even with people like Mia or whatever, we all got along so well.
I don’t know how it played out to the outside world, but we were actually really close and good buddies in there. You know, as soon as those conversations ended.”
Big Brother Australia 2025 airs Monday to Friday at 7.30pm, and Sundays at 7pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.
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One of the biggest talking points of Big Brother so far was when Bruce and Michael stated that women belong at home with the children, while men should be the sole breadwinners.
After Michael was eliminated on Sunday night, he doubled down on that opinion in an interview with Chattr, explaining that he doesn’t identify as a feminist and prefers traditional gender roles.
“Would I describe myself as a feminist? Even my mother’s not a feminist.. Absolutely, I’m not a feminist,” he said.
As most people (should) know, a feminist is anyone who believes women should have the same rights, freedoms and opportunities as men. However, despite being a father of daughters, Michael doesn’t consider himself a feminist and champions the traditional nuclear family.
“I do love women. I’ve got two sisters, two daughters, but I’m certainly not a feminist, no, and it also hasn’t changed my opinion on gender roles,” the Big Brother evictee said.
“I was raised in a family where my dad went to work, and my mum had dinner on the table. She did a bit of part time work too, but it works like the Japanese bullet train or a Swiss watch, my family, [they have been] been married for 60 years, and I think the way the world is these days, with Tinder and everything else, and divorce rates skyrocketing, I think the way things used to be was a whole lot better than they are now.”
Michael thinks the shift away from traditional family roles is a negative
Recent years have seen a shift in more women remaining in the workforce after having children. In 2011, Australia introduced the national paid parental leave scheme, which allowed eligible working fathers to take paid leave.
However, Michael told Chattr that he doesn’t think the move away from a traditional family structure — where women stayed home and men worked — has been a good thing.
“I am set in my ways,” he said. “Literally, there’s nothing you could say that would change my opinion that the traditional family was the greatest way to do things, but I realise, you know, families come in all shapes and sizes, but for me, it’s just the world is far worse now than it was.”
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Bear, a widower, tragically lost his first wife, Audrey, 14 years ago, after she was diagnosed with a rare and very aggressive malignant brain tumour in 2009.
After Audrey passed in 2011, Bear focused on raising their three sons, but as he became an empty-nester, he was ready to open his heart again to the possibility of love.
With 20 ladies vying for his affections, ranging in ages from 51 to 66, Bear had his work cut out for him as he wined, dined, and got to know the unique women, before hopefully getting his happily ever after and sailing off into the sunset.
So, who won the Bears’ hearts? Let’s find out!
Who won Bear’s heart?
Sunny and Bear have found love! Image: Nine.
In a breathtaking, and very windy, spot overlooking the Cape Town mountains, Bear declared his love for the woman he wants to spend the rest of his life with.
The woman who captured Bear’s heart? The one and only Sunny.
“You amaze me with your resilience and your courage; you blow me away. You’ve overcome so much and are still so loving and full of life,” he said.
“When I think about the future, the life I want to live, how I want to spend the rest of my days, I can’t imagine doing it without you,” he continued.
“I feel so lucky that I have found you, I love you, he said.”
Sunny responded to Bear with a kiss and a sweet little leg pop.
“Dark days are gone, and bright days are here because of you,” she said.
“My heart is full of joy and happiness and love for you, and I’m looking forward to the journey with you in life.”
Who was the runner-up on The Golden Bachelor 2025?
Janette was left heartbroken. Image: Nine
This meant Janette was left absolutely heartbroken as the runner-up — and honestly, our hearts broke for her the moment she got into the car.
“You deserve a love worth fighting for, but I’m so sorry… It’s not with me,” Bear told her.
Janette held her composure, replying, “I’m fine. I read your eyes the minute I walked up here.”
In a tense exchange, Bear insisted he truly cared for her.
“I really do care for you,” he said.
As soon as she stepped into the getaway car, her tears finally came, telling producers that she “felt like a fool” and thought that she was Bear’s final pick.
Here’s who has left The Golden Bachelor Australia 2025
Episode 8 – Kim
Kim was left heartbroken. Image: Nine
In a surprise twist, Bear chose Sunny and Janette as his final two ladies, leaving Kim without a rose. It was brutal, considering Bear and Kim appeared to connect during a visit to her hometown, where she told the Golden Bachelor she was falling for him.
As Kim hugged Bear goodbye, her racing heartbeat could be heard on Bear’s lapel mic, which made her departure even sadder. “I really wanted to have my name called out, I really wanted this to go further, and I just feel really sad,” Kim told producers. “I’m ready to fall in love. I’m really ready to start my life… and he doesn’t want to do that with me, and that’s okay.”
Episode 7 – Gera and Jan
Jan and Gera were kicked out before hometowns. Image: Nine
Well, damn. Early frontrunner Jan and the woman we actually predicted to win was sent home before hometowns, alongside Gera, proving you definitely can’t pick what the hell is going to happen this series!
Meanwhile, things heated up between Bear and Janette on a steamy date, while Sunny also wasn’t shy in coming forward about her feelings for Bear growing alongside her desire.
“I’m actually very sexually active,” Sunny told Bear, before she went on to express that she was falling for him and as an added extra, played him a song on the piano.
Might be time to wrap this thing up, folks and crown Sunny the winner.
Episode 6, part two: Catherine and Lauren
Lauren and Catherine missed out on the top five. Image: Nine
In the second part of episode six, Kim and Bear grew their connection on a solo date, while things got emotional on the group date as Bear surprised the ladies with video messages from their loved ones back home.
Lauren and Catherine narrowly missed out on Bear’s top five, and were the next two to leave the mansion after Bear said goodbye to, well, half the cast.
Episode 6, part one: Pippa, Bianca, Elizete, Shamse
Shamse and Elizete were left roseless. Image: Nine
Picking up where we left off after Terri’s shock goodbye to Bear, our Golden Bachie also bid farewell to Elizete, Bianca, Pippa, and Shamse.
Bianca and Pippa leave the Bachie mansion. Image: Nine
Things are getting brutal around here!
Episode 5 – Terri
Terri left Bear and the ladies shocked after she rejected his rose. Image: Nine
Bear surprised the ladies with a group camping trip, while Sunny nabbed the solo date with the golden Bachie. Sparks flew between the pair as they went for a boat ride along the Hawkesbury, shucking oysters and getting to know each other on a deeper level. Bear even gifted Sunny with a pearl necklace!
Not that kind, get your head out of the gutter.
However, in a shocking rose ceremony, Bear decided to bid farewell to five ladies – but there was one who chose not to accept her rose. We said a sad goodbye to Terri, who rejected Bear’s rose, choosing not to compete and risk being hurt.
So who else will we farewell? Come back here tomorrow morning and we’ll spill all.
Episode 4 – Laura and Katrina
Laura and Katrina faced the double elimination with poise. Image: Nine
Episode four saw Bear take Terri on a romantic date to Luna Park, with sparks flying between the pair as they recaptured their childhood on rides. Terri opened up to Bear about her previous marriage ending after her husband cheated on her, receiving a rose and a kiss from the Bachie.
The group date saw all the ladies participate in a charity gala for the Cancer Council, with many Channel Nine stars showing up to support a good cause. Half the group were given the task of raising funds, while the other half had to put on performances to the star-studded crowd.
Bear had the chance to meet Bachie alum Abbie Chatfield, who wasn’t sold he’d be the kind of person that’d participate in Christmas karaoke, and later on it was Abbie’s mum, Laura, who was left without a rose, as well as Katrina.
Episode 3 – Hamidah
Hamidah on The Golden Bachelor Australia. Image: Nine.
During episode three, Bear headed off on a horse-riding group date with some of the Ladies. Bianca struggled with her horse, but during a one-on-one with Bear, she dropped her joker facade and had an emotional conversation, which saw her walk away with a rose.
Once the cocktail party rolled around, it was Hamidah who was sadly sent home. However, she left the mansion with a smile on her face and sashayed out the door.
Episode 2 – Linda and Nicolette
Nicolette and Linda. Image: Nine
Episode two saw Bear take Janette on a beautiful sailing date and gifting her with a rose, while also partaking in the infamous photo shoot group date.
Themed on iconic movies, while some ladies (ahem, Catherine) basked in their chance to get close to Daddy Bear, things got emotional for Shamse, who donned a wedding dress for a Muriel’s Wedding-themed shoot.
Reflecting on losing her husband less than two years ago, Shamse left the shoot in tears, as both she and Bear struggled with the thoughts of their previous partners.
“I am grieving a lot of people, so maybe that’s what’s happening right now. I don’t know,” Shamse told Sam Armytage.
At the cocktail party after, Bear checked in on Shamse, giving her a rose and keeping her safe for another week.
It was Nicolette and Linda who left roseless, with Nicolette disappointed that she didn’t get much time with Bear in the photo shoot due to Catherine taking centre stage, and Linda being someone who was definitely on the show at some stage.
Episode 1 — Jane, Shana and Angela
Shana, Angela and Jane on The Golden Bachelor. Image: Nine.
God, we needed the tissues in episode one and not because we were sad to say goodbye to three women we barely knew. No offence to them.
The show opened with Bear sharing the story of losing his one true love, Audrey, describing her cancer journey with tears in his eyes as he looked back on old photos.
While he described her as “one in six billion” he then spoke of having his three sons’ support as he looks forward to “possibly finding love again”. “I’ve had the love of my life and lost her, and I think I’m ready to move on and find a lasting relationship,” Bear told host Sam Armytage, admitting that for a long time he didn’t think he’d find love again.
As he met the 20 vibrant women seeking his affections, there were a few standout bonding moments: first cab off the rank, Pilates guru Janette caught his attention, as did Terri and Catherine, who even nabbed a cheeky little kiss (and the sexy intro music) after winning an arm-wrestle.
Then there was Jan, who got the wifey music edit as she sauntered in with a welcome drink.
However, not all romances end in a fairytale and we had to bid farewell to three ladies: Jane, Sharna, and Angela.
Bye! We barely knew ye.
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The Block 2025 may be well and truly wrapped, but it’s been obvious for a while that some post-season tension has been brewing between Alicia and some of the other contestants.
Several cast members shared their finale watch-party videos on social media, but the divide was obvious, with only Alicia and Sonny, Mat and Robby, and Han and Can showing up.
Now, Alicia has admitted that she doesn’t speak to Britt and Taz at all.
“We speak to most people still. We were just with Em and Ben last week. So yeah, we still speak to pretty much everybody,” she said during a podcast interview on Confessions of a Reality Star, adding that Britt and Taz were the only team “not on the list”.
Alicia went on to say that, despite how close she and Britt were at the start of the season, she doesn’t find it weird to go through such an intense experience like The Block and then fall out of touch.
“Not for me, because we were who we were the whole way through, right? And some people played a very different game to the rest of us.”
Sonny and Alicia (left), Britt and Taz (right). Image: Nine.
Where does The Block’s Alicia stand with Britt and Taz now?
Things started to go south for Britt and Alicia after Britt left Alicia out of a shopping trip and struck up a friendship with 2023 winner Steph Ottavio.
“I think it all came down from, you know, that miscommunication with not sending her the text message [to go shopping], which I apologised for twice,” Britt explained in an interview with Chattr.
“I still offered to go shopping with her the next day because we planned to go on the Saturday, and I went on Friday, and I went shopping on Saturday, but she didn’t want to go with me. So look, there’s obviously just some hard feelings there that she couldn’t get past at that point for whatever reason. So they probably all do stem from around that time.”
“For me, it just seems like, in the real world, just not replying to a message or not sending a message, like, for me, there’s bigger issues,” she added.
Things escalated after Sonny and Alicia called a Body Corp on Britt and Taz with the intention of penalising them for working ahead. Taz told Chattr that, at the time, he was sure that he and Britt could resolve the issues with Sonny and Alicia, but things didn’t end up going that way.
Britt, Taz, Sonny and Alicia at the body corp meeting. Image: Nine.
“At the end of it, we were like, all right, surely they’re just gonna get over it, they sort of communicated to us as much as we did, we were like, we’re too good friends to let the basic miscommunication ruin a friendship,” he said.
Alicia elaborated on Confessions of a Reality Star that she doesn’t currently have a relationship with Britt or Taz and she isn’t upset about losing Britt as a friend.
“There’s no sadness. I’m not sad. I was who I was the whole way through. And then when you watch it back, it’s very, very calculated and manipulative. I think they really stuck to their guns.
“And like, early on in the piece, we were close, and I was doing a lot of the driving all the time, as you would have seen, I was missing cut-offs for, like, furniture, Brits sitting beside me. When I look back and Brits sitting there ordering furniture and winning room after room. That’s why my rooms are bare because she’s sitting beside me doing what she needs to do, and I’m taking care of both of us.
“Early on the piece, we were close. And then I started to realise, as it went on, this is actually biting me in the bum. I’m giving her an advantage by sitting beside me, doing that. There was never an offer of, ‘Hey, do you want me to place an order for you?’ Like, ‘Oh, I’m just on this site, do you want me to order?’ There was never any of that.
“So out of everybody, they were the most calculated, for sure, like, it was a great gameplay. It was very smart to play the way they did, because, I mean, it worked for them. Australia fell in love with them, right? So, yeah, I’m just not that type of person [to do that]. I don’t think that much before I speak.”
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Boss friends Maria and Bailey are up against frontrunners Justin and Will in the My Kitchen Rules (MKR)grand final, and they believe they have a secret weapon that could secure them the win.
Both pairs earned their spots after winning their respective semi-finals and eliminating two teams from the competition, setting the stage for an intense grand-finale showdown.
However, Justin and Will’s journey to the end was a lot smoother than Maria and Bailey’s; they scored the highest in the first Instant Restaurant round, meaning that they got to skip the entire second round of Instant Restaurants. Meanwhile, Maria and Bailey travelled around the country three times for the home cooking challenge.
Looking back at their journey on MKR 2025, Maria and Bailey said that the fact that they did an extra Instant Restaurant round, compared to Justin and Will, may work in their favour at the finale.
“We actually had the chance to cook more times in the competition than Justin and Will, so maybe we’re a bit more aware of how to deal with stress when things go wrong,” Maria told Chattr.
Bailey added that he and Maria are extremely determined to come out of the grand final on top.
“I think just sheer willpower is the only secret weapon that we’ve got,” he laughed.
Bailey said that while he knows Will and Justin are tough competition, he’s glad to be facing them in the finale because he wants to win, knowing he beat the best.
“Justin and Will have been the people that we wanted to go up against,” he explained. “We wanted to be against them, because we find them the biggest competition that we’ve had, so we’re definitely nervous to go against them, considering all the feedback and the scores that they have had the whole competition.”
Maria and Bailey with Justin and Will on MKR. Image: Seven.
What would Maria and Bailey spend the prize money on if they win MKR?
The winner of MKR 2025 scores $100,000 in prize money, and Maria and Bailey already know what they’ll spend the money on if they’re triumphant.
“I’m planning to maybe open up my first shop room with my cookie business,” Maria, who owns Blondie’s Bakehouse, told Chattr.
Meanwhile, Bailey, who already owns five businesses, is looking to launch a cooking app.
“I want to create a an app that it’s a little bit like a YouTube or a video program for and for youth to be able to watch and underprivileged youth, that’s what I do for for a living, and so that they can watch and learn how to cook with cooking — really easy with things that you can just find in the cupboard and and make it a bit fun and exciting. So it’s not just a boring video of how to cook something, but makes it a little bit more interesting.”
The My Kitchen Rules (MKR) grand finale airs on Sunday, November 16 on Channel 7 and 7plus.
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Ariana Grande’s recent appearance at the Wicked: For GoodAsia-Pacific premiere in Singapore took a shocking turn when a man managed to get over the barricade and dodged security to rush at the singer on the yellow carpet.
The incident has gone viral on TikTok, with fans praising Cynthia Erivo for her quick action as she stepped in to push the guy off Ariana and shield her, as security then rushed in to detain him.
What happened to Ariana Grande at the Wicked premiere and why are fans concerned?
Ariana was ambushed at the Wicked premiere. Photo: Instagram.com
Ariana Grande was greeting fans on the yellow carpet alongside Wicked co-stars Cynthia and Michelle Yeoh, when a man suddenly jumped a barricade and ran toward her.
Footage from the scene shows Grande visibly startled as she tries to step away, but it was Cynthia’s quick actions that have fans praising her, as she intervened before security got to the scene, shielding Ariana from the man.
“Not Cynthia being faster than security, she really is Mother,” one fan commented on the footage.
“A lot of people don’t understand that Ariana may have PTSD from what happened at one of her concerts,” another fan said, referring to the 2017 terrorist attack at Ariana’s Manchester concert. “The concept of people running at her is very alarming, I’m sure.”
“Can we normalise not touching celebrities without their consent,” another person added. “They’re literally strangers doing their job.”
An Australian man was behind the stunt. Image: Instagram.com
Aussie man arrested after Ariana Grande incident
Johnsenn Wen is a known public pest. Image: Instagram.com
Johnsenn Wen, known online as ‘Pyjama Man’ was the man behind the ambush. The Aussie man has previously disrupted public events and documented his antics on Instagram, claiming he “met” Ariana Grande, while poking fun at his own arrest.
Wen was arrested earlier this year after making his way on stage at Katy Perry’s concert, where he jumped up and down near the star while she looked uncomfortable and moved away, before security dragged him off stage.
“Katy Perry thanks for letting me dance on stage,” he said on Instagram, after the incident.
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Big Brother Australia2025 is only in its first week, and already issues including gender inequality, racism and prejudice have been raised among the housemates.
Big Brother Australia is unique in the sense that contestants are encouraged to talk about challenging topics, unlike other reality shows, which skim over the deeper moments and focus on drama and romance.
In an interview with Chattr, Big Brother Australia 2025 narrator Mike Goldman — who was part of the show from its launch in 2001 to 2008 and returned in 2022 — said that its willingness to tackle sensitive topics is what makes Big Brother so powerful.
“I think it’s important to address it in so many different areas of society, because if we can’t have these conversations, then people will go off in their own little groups and say stupid things that are just completely untrue and believe it, and just end up hating the other people who have a different opinion,” he said.
Mike explained that bringing together people who might never cross paths in the outside world allows them to see things from new perspectives.
“They can talk about things, they can find a middle ground, and they can understand each other,” he said.
Mike Goldman with Big Brother 2003 winner Reggie Bird. Image: Instagram.
Mike Goldman weighs in on Michael, Bruce and Mia’s gender role discussion
The Big Brother narrator used an example of Michael, Bruce and Mia, when Mia tried to get the men to understand that gender inequality still exists.
“There’s a tradie and a guy who owns a couple of men’s magazines. Couldn’t get more blokey than that. And here’s a woman of colour. Just for her to get in there and fight for women and say, ‘Can you guys just listen for a second and just sort of understand what it’s like for me in my life. It’s a really different world for me. I just want you to just listen and understand me.’ And I think it’s great to see those conversations.”
Mike added that after Michael has rubbed a lot of viewers and contestants the wrong way, and pointed out that a platform like Big Brother might help him reevaluate some of his views.
“Maybe it will make him go, ‘Hang on a minute. Okay, I’m in this house full of people, different walks of life. Some I agree with, some I don’t.’
“Maybe it’ll make him go a little bit insular and just have a little look at himself and question his own thoughts and feelings towards certain people of different sexes, races, jobs and all that kind of thing, just sort of understand their point of view with a bit of empathy.”
Big Brother Australia 2025 airs Monday to Friday at 7.30pm, and Sundays at 7pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.
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Sunny has won over a legion of new fans in Australia and has worn her heart on her sleeve during the whole process, but it hasn’t always been smooth sailing for the CEO, with Sunny also having to battle racist comments and interactions as the only Korean woman on the show.
Sunny’s daughter Chloe calls out racist comments from Australian public
Sunny’s daughter, Chloe, recently took to TikTok saying that the casual racism towards Sunny in the comments sections of social media and articles has been “worse” than what she could’ve imagined.
@chloebunnie_ Replying to @Maree @Channel 9 you need to moderate your comments. i don't know how this racism is allowed to continue? i was terrified of the racism that mum would inevitably face being on australian reality tv. but this is worse than i expected… so horrific. #thegoldenbachelor#goldenbachelor#realitytv♬ original sound – chloe
“Living in Australia with an Asian mum, I have seen mum experience so much racism. And so obviously, you know, her being on the show, I was terrified for that from the possible contestants and the Australian public,” she said. “And it’s just worse than I could have imagined.”
Singling out Channel Nine, Chloe said she thought there’d be better moderation from the social media team.
“I thought there would be some moderation from Channel Nine. Like, it’s actually a joke. Top comments with … with 100 likes and they just leave it there,” she said. “It is not OK. And obviously, you know, white boomers, unfortunately, you’re going to expect a lot of racism among that group. So maybe I should have known.”
Chloe on how The Golden Bachelor contestants perceived her mum: ‘Some of them look down on her’
Bear and Sunny during hometowns. Image: Nine
Speaking with Chattr, Chloe said that it’s been really hard to see her mum being treated badly and called out the other women on The Golden Bachelor.
“It’s also been really hard to see how some of the other women look at or treat my mum. Of course, editing might play a part, but it still feels clear that some of them look down on her. Unfortunately, I’ve seen that a lot throughout my life – people judging or underestimating her because she doesn’t act how society expects an older woman to act.
“And being Korean adds another layer, as racism might be involved.It’s heartbreaking to see her treated as if she’s beneath them when she is a beautiful, strong, intelligent and passionate woman,” Chloe shared.
“It was important for me to check if Bear was a feminist because my mum is such a strong, independent woman. She’s financially independent, super confident, and takes up a lot of space (in the best way possible), which can sometimes intimidate people who aren’t used to women like that. She deserves someone who not only respects that, but actively celebrates it,” she said.
“She’s also a Korean woman living in Australia, so she also deals with racism and the kinds of everyday biases that come with that. So she needs to be with someone who’s actually aware of racism and sexism, and who’s willing to stand beside her through that.”
Chloe said she’s proud of her mum for being vulnerable on the show.
“There have been many tears shed watching her open up about some of the painful things she’s been through like her previous relationship, losing her mum (my grandma, who I’m also still grieving), and her experience with breast cancer. I’m so proud of her for being so open and vulnerable, because that’s not easy to do, especially on national TV! I think there’s so much strength in vulnerability, and I know a lot of people watching will really relate to her story,” Chloe said.
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If you’ve been watching Big Brotherthis week, you’ll be all across the divisive Holly Young, the one and only model/influencer who entered the house this season.
And if you’ve been watchingBig Brother via TikTok like I have, you may have noticed Holly and Colin Ridley share a wet-sounding smooch during a live-stream last night.
You know, the kind of kissing that makes you wish you don’t have ears.
With Colin winning over fans for his loveable personality, and Holly not quite winning over fans at all, the unlikely romantic pairing have caught the eyes of everyone watching with many speculating Holly may be using Colin for all of the wrong reasons.
First up, why aren’t people liking Big Brother’s Holly?
With Big Brother promising to go back to its roots and show everyday Aussies this season, people were immediately and maybe unfairly put off by Holly being a model/influencer, believing she was going on the show for fame.
This wasn’t helped when she used her entrance into the house to name-drop the fashion brands she was wearing.
Things went from bad to worse when Holly got into a heated discussion with fellow housemate Aboila, saying that ‘pretty privilege’ doesn’t exist, and tried to argue pretty people have it just as hard in life that those who aren’t as conventionally good-looking. Instead of listening to Abiola’s point of view, Holly started listing the ways being attractive came with its own issues, with many fans of the show calling her out for being defensive and self-centered.
What is going on between Big Brother’s Holly and Colin and why do viewers think she’s being disingenuous?
The 10-year age gap between the pair has fans questioning Holly’s motives, as Holly, 31, and Colin 21, get closer in the house.
The two hit it off early, with Colin gravitating towards Holly and offering her the clothes off his back while waiting for their suitcases to arrive.
Fans of Big Brother have their suspicions that Holly is using Colin as a gameplay to be able to remain in the house, as Colin is already an early fan favourite.
The two shared their first kiss recently, but there was also another scene that caused fans to question Holly’s motives.
When someone on TikTok uploaded a video of Holly and Colin snuggling, they wrote: ‘I think it’s just a proximity crush, but why are they so cute?’
However, other fans quickly pointed out Holly was staring at the camera before realising it was on her, and pulling Colin in close for a hug.
“She knows exactly what she is doing. She has absolutely no interest in him romantically, but is leading him on so bad,” one person commented on TikTok, with someone else agreeing, “She’s using him as a safety card. It’s clear as day.”
“She’s definitely performing because she thinks the public will like Colin. She’s kinda dug herself a grave though, so far,” another person speculated.
With Holly up for elimination this week, we’ll have to wait and see if this one will be a Big Brother love story for the ages!
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The My Kitchen Rules (MKR) grand finale is almost here, with Justin and Will going against Maria and Bailey for the grand prize on Sunday night. But, seeing as the show was pre-recorded, has the MKR winner already leaked?
Justin and Will were clear frontrunners at the start of the season; however, there’s a chance that underdogs Maria and Bailey could turn things around. During the promo for the grand finale, it was revealed that this is the closest battle in recent history.
While the MKR 2025 winners won’t be officially announced until the finale, fans are already speculating about who will take home the title. A recent poll in an MKR Facebook group had Marko and Danielle as clear frontrunners, with 62% of fans voting for them.
MKR winner poll on Facebook. Image: Seven.
Justin and Will had odds of 25% to win, with Maria and Bailey sitting at just 2%. Could this be a big clue?
Before being eliminated, Marko and Danielle also revealed that Justin and Will were the top dogs.
“They seem to be the only team that’s truly thrived in Kitchen HQ so far,” Danielle said.
Danielle and Marko at Kitchen HQ. Image: Seven.
Lil predicts Justin and Will as the winners of MKR 2025
In an interview with Chattr, Lil agreed with fans and tapped Justin and Will to take out the title. “Personally, I think Justin and Will are going to win. I think they deserve to win. They’ve been on top the whole time,” Lil said.
“We’ve always said, and a lot of people in the competition have said, they are the biggest threat. So I do definitely believe that they deserve to win for themselves and their families.”
While all signs appear to be pointing towards Justin and Will winning, Bailey told Chattr they had one trick left up their sleeve.
“I think that we do better in Kitchen HQ, under the time pressure,” Bailey spilled. “[Other than that], I think sheer willpower is the only secret weapon that we’ve got.”
Only time will tell as to who comes out on top!
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With the semi-finals done and dusted, My Kitchen Rules (MKR) 2025 grand finale is rapidly approaching. Maria and Bailey will face off against Justin and Will for the ultimate prize.
Before anyone claims the MKR 2025 title — and the massive prize that comes with it — they’ll have to face a nail-biting finale judged by some of Australia’s top chefs.
While the contestants film the finale months before it airs, this year’s winners may not even know their own fate. MKR 2025 winners Simone and Viviana told Chattr in an interview that they found out about their triumph at the same time as the rest of Australia.
“It was breathtaking,” Viviana shared, adding that they filmed alternative endings at the finale so the results weren’t leaked. “We didn’t know until last night, and it was easily one of the happiest moments of my life.”
So, with the MKR 2025 finale just around the corner, here’s everything you need to know.
Justin and Will at their MKR Instant Restaurant. Image: Seven.
Who’s in the MKR 2025 finale?
Justin and Will are competing against Maria and Bailey one last time, to find out who is the MKR 2025 winner. Fans are rooting for Justin and Will, but Maria and Bailey believe they have what it takes to secure the win.
When is the MKR 2025 grand finale?
The MKR 2025 grand finale will take place on Sunday, November 16 at 7pm.
Maria and Bailey at Kitchen HQ. Image: Seven.
Who will return for the MKR grand finale?
Lil and Lol told Chattr all of the eliminated contestants returned for the MKR 2025 grand finale. “It was so good to see everybody,” Lol said. “I think when we first saw everyone, we were like screaming, running up the hallways, you know, jumping… obviously there’s a few people along the way that rub some feathers.”
According to the pair, Mark and Michael didn’t speak much to each other during filming the final episode.
Is there a trailer for the MKR grand finale?
There is indeed! According to the judges, this MKR 2025 grand finale is the closest it’s been in history. You can watch the trailer below.
While there’s no formal word on what exactly the MKR 2025 grand finale will entail, last year’s saw the top two teams cook an entree, main and dessert for judges Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge, as well as special guest judge Julie Godwin.
The three professional chefs judged each dish out of ten, and the team with the highest score was crowned the winner. So, we can likely expect a similar format this year.
My Kitchen Rules (MKR) 2025 airs on Sundays and Mondays on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
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Love Island Australia 2025 OG Yana was left shocked after her recent ex, Kye, entered the villa as the second male bombshell, and producers have revealed why they decided to throw the former flames back into each other’s lives.
Before Kye entered the villa, Yana had already mentioned him plenty, telling the Islanders they’d only split a few months ago, and called him “toxic”. And, it wasn’t just the Islanders Yana vented about Kye to. Love Island’s executive producer Josie Steele and creative director Alex Mavroidakis said that the Sydney plumber spent the majority of her audition talking about him.
Josie explained on the Love Island Australia: Officially Unpacked podcast that during the application process, all Islanders are asked for the Instagram handles of their exes, and producers get in touch if they find them interesting.
“She talked about Kye a lot in her application, and he looked interesting,” Josie said. “So we just reached out and asked if he would be interested in applying.”
“So it wasn’t like we were like, he definitely has to come on. She definitely has to come on. We just thought, interesting. Let’s just meet him and see if he’s interesting as well.”
Alex explained that both Yana and Kye spent the majority of their auditions talking about each other.
Yana and Kye on the villa daybed. Image: Nine.
“[Their breakup] was so current, you know, they’d only just split up. And so then we met them both and obviously they had no idea each other were coming. I think Yana posted something on TikTok, so Kye may have had an idea that she was applying, but he certainly didn’t know that she was going on.
“So then we met her in person, and she spent 75% of her audition — we call it an audition, but really it’s just a chat like this — talking about her ex-boyfriend, Kye. We then met him the next day, I think it was, and he spent 75% of his time talking about his ex-girlfriend, Yana.”
Josie added that the casting team found both Yana and Kye intriguing and said they probably would have made it on the show independently of each other anyway.
“But it was like it was just so compelling that they were still clearly thinking about each other,” she said.
Producers thought Yana was strong enough to handle her ex coming into the villa
Ever since Kye entered the villa — and subsequently started hooking up with Yana’s Love Island bestie, Lacey — viewers have taken to social media to claim that the situation is unfair to Yana.
Alex and Josie said that an Islanders emotional resilience is something they consider before doing something as potentially damaging as bringing in their ex.
“Duty of care to Islanders is the absolute number one most important thing. We have welfare producers, psychologists, doctors, nurses, executive producers like you’re literally safer in the Love Island villa than you will be in any nightclub in Australia,” Alex said.
Yana crying over Kye being in the Love Island villa. Image: Nine.
“Now we have to make a judgment call. Can they handle this?
“Yana is a very, very, very robust human being, and we knew that she was a type that, the personality type, that can handle this sort of thing, and we know that she could go on to flourish after it.”
Alex referred to the most recent recoupling ceremony, which saw Yana save Kye from being dumped from the villa, and used ratings as a reason for choosing to put the ex-lovers in the same house.
“We knew she could hack it. It’s very full on at the moment, but she handles it amazingly well,” he said.
“And look, it’s so noisy….the noise on socials, the ratings that we’re getting are bigger and noisier than we’ve ever had before. So it’s clearly captured the [audience].”
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My Kitchen Rules (MKR) 2025 contestants Lol and Lil started off as fan-favourites, but as the competition heated up, they started to receive an onslaught of negative hate online. One particular criticism from both fans and fellow competitors? The pair cook chicken too often, and it’s too simple for a competition like MKR.
Although grand finalists Justin and Will have cooked curry a fair few times, they haven’t received as much backlash.
Lil jokes they’re the “chicken girls”, but doesn’t see anything wrong with their decision to cook dishes such as rotisserie chicken gyros, hearty chicken and leek pot pie and fried chicken bao buns. “What’s wrong with chicken? Everyone loves chicken!” Lil exclaims.
“It’s not like we cook chicken the same way every time. So I think we were showcasing different ways that you can cook a certain meat, and we chose chicken. I guess you can call us the chicken girls.”
Lol also tells Chattr that chicken isn’t “easy” by any means; in fact, it takes skill to get it right.
“Chicken can be overcooked really easily and also undercooked, as we saw in some parts. Yeah, it’s chicken, but it’s not easy. There’s a lot you can do with chicken as well. It’s so diverse, you can do so much with it,” Lol says.
So why did Lol and Lil focus so heavily on chicken? If Michael is the meat master, are they the chicken masters?
“I just think chicken is one of the best meats to cook,” Lol says. “You can add so many flavours to it, so why not do that? But also, we did dabble in a few other meats too.”
Lol and Lil’s fried chicken bao buns from their Ultimate Instant Restaurant. Image: Seven
Did Lol and Lil think they could win MKR?
Lol and Lil recently lost the semi-final to Maria and Bailey, narrowly missing out on a spot in the grand final against Justin and Will.
Lil tells us the pair thought they had a slim chance of winning MKR against Justin and Will had they made it to the grand final, but knew it wouldn’t be easy.
“We thought we’d give it a go, like going up against Justin and Will, [they are] huge contenders. Look, there was a possibility that the judges could see our progression throughout the whole competition, and if we did make it to the final, that they could see how hard we worked to get there,” Lil explains.
“But also, we knew if we made it into the grand final it was gonna be like, the most extreme, tough battle we’ve ever done.”
The MKR grand final will air on Sunday, November 16 on Channel 7 and 7plus.
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Home and Away viewers are in for a treat, as the storyline involving fan-favourites Darryl ‘Brax’ Braxton (Stephen Peacocke) and Ricky Sharpe (Bonnie Sveen) appears to include a visit to Summer Bay. The pair’s return was announced by Channel Seven, with the network noting their storyline would take place in Western Australia as part of their partnership with Tourism Western Australia.
Scenes involving Brax and Tane Parata (Ethan Browne) were filmed back in mid-October, with one fan sharing photos of the pair by the Elizabeth Key Bell Tower and another claiming the crew also filmed in Eagle Bay.
However, it looks like Brax, Ricky, and their son Casey will be making a quick visit to Summer Bay. A fan shared a video of the trio filming a scene out at Palm Beach on November 6 to Instagram. In the scene, Brax and Ricky look extremely happy as they chat with the young boy and also share a kiss.
Image: InstagramImage: Instagram
Naturally, this sparked discussion in a popular Home and Away Facebook group, with one fan writing: “Someone saw Stephen Peacocke, Bonnie Sveen and a child actor that I assume is playing Casey Jr. filming at Palm Beach this week. I thought they were only back for the WA storyline but obviously not. What do you think they are back in Summer Bay for?”
A fan replied and said it was “awesome” to see Brax and Ricky back, theorising the pair “filmed a few extra scenes”.
“Maybe it’s like a memory scene or something showing their journey away from the bay as Casey Jr. grows,” another guessed.
“Maybe a character witness for Tane, or there to run his business to help him out for a while,” a third said.
“Brax does have a connection to the Bay still, his brother Casey is buried there. Maybe they are back in the Bay to show young Casey his uncle’s grave?” another pointed out.
However, a sceptical fan noted that Brax and Ricky could be filming something else rather than scenes for Home and Away.
“It could be a promo for the WA stuff. It’s funny, everyone was very clear that they would NOT be in Summer Bay, but there they are. Perhaps the police car gives a clue? Brought there by them for some reason?”
Video of Brax in Summer Bay goes viral
Stephen and Bonnie were also seen filming on Palm Beach on November 11. A CelebTime video of Stephen waving and saying hello to fans racked up over 368,000 views, with hundreds of excited comments.
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One viewer elaborated on his surprise appearance, saying: “[Bonnie] was also there, just didn’t get to see her filming ’cause we were watching other stuff at the time. [They were filming the] promo for the special event in WA with them.”.
The show usually films about five to six months in advance, so all will be revealed in April 2026.
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The Superfans call the shots, from who’s made vulnerable to who scores a date with a bombshell, and even who’s sent packing. In contrast, the UK and US iterations of Love Island are filmed live, and it’s the viewers who are voting on those things.
While Love Island Australia’s Instagram advertises for new Superfans each year, those mysterious voters are never revealed to the audience, leading many to question if they even exist.
However, in the most recent episode of Love Island Australia: Officially Unpacked podcast, executive producer Josie Steele and creative director Alex Mavroidakis cleared up some of the many questions surrounding the controversial Superfans.
“The Superfans are real,” Josie stressed. “I wish they were fake sometimes, because it’s really hard managing them.”
Alex went on to explain why it’s extremely rare for a Superfan to pop up on social media and reveal themselves.
“What’s really annoying is that the reason they’re not popping up is because they sign an NDA and because [those NDA’s are] brilliant,” he explained. “They are paid, they watch raw vision from the villa. We need that mechanic because we’re not a live show.”
“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,” he added.
The Love Island Australia 2025 cast. Image: Nine.
Superfans’ decisions aren’t influenced by producers
Josie said that the Love Island producers don’t have any input into the Superfans’ decisions, and that at times, those choices even go against the storylines the producers had hoped for the season.
“To be honest, they think differently than us, sometimes, like, we are TV producers. So we’re often thinking about — it’s not that we craft anything — but we’re like, oh God, it would be cool if such and such happened, because that would be a really good story. And then the Superfans will be like, No, we like this person, or we want this to happen, and we have to go, oh, well, that’s what the audience thinks.”
Alex teased that an upcoming dumping will “drop jaws”, and make it clear that producers aren’t pulling the strings behind closed doors.
“There is no way, if we were decent producers, the result that happens would have happened. There’s some Red Wedding shit coming up,” he said.
Josie pointed out the social posts that go up on Instagram each year asking for Superfans to apply, and shared a tip for those keen to throw their hat in the ring.
“There’s a question in the Superfan application that’s like, ‘What’s your favourite Love Island moment?’ And my hot tip is to make that something really niche that will make us laugh. Like, I remember this year someone was like, ‘My favourite moment was from Season 3 when Taku accidentally put a puppy in the pool.’ I was like, ‘That’s niche. That person loves Love Island.'”
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The Golden Bachelor Australia has been a hit, with 20 ladies ranging in ages from 51 to 66 vying for widower Barry ‘Bear’ Myrden’s heart. The new spin has injected new life into the tired format, and viewers have been eating it up. So, will there be a Golden Bachelor Australia Season 2, or could we see a fan-favourite contestant, such as Sunny Long, step into the leading role of The Golden BacheloretteAustralia?
Thanks to a post shared by an employee of the production company behind The Golden Bachelor Australia, we have the answer. Casting producer Sophie Roberts, who has worked on shows such as Big Brother Australia, Australian Survivor and Hunted Australia, has hinted that The Golden Bachelor Australia is coming back for Season 2.
She shared a casting post looking for new single contestants looking for love. “Fabulous single women — we want you! Are you 48 or over, single, and ready to find your forever love? We’re looking for confident, vibrant Australian women to join The Golden Bachelor and share an unforgettable journey of romance and connection. If you know someone amazing or if that’s YOU, I want to hear from you,” Sophie wrote.
“This is your chance to celebrate love, life and new beginnings in style. Don’t wait, contact me and make this your golden moment!”
The graphic she shared confirms that The Golden Bachelor is currently casting for Season 2, and it looks like they don’t have their leading man yet. “Men and women 50+ looking for love. To apply or nominate someone you think deserves to find love, go to: goldenbachelorcasting.com.au. Open to residents Australia-wide,” the poster reads.
The casting poster shared on social media. Image: LinkedIn
Sunny’s daughter, Chloe, tells Chattr that she would be open to seeing her mum back on the show again. “If [the show is coming back] I would prefer her to be the Golden Bachelorette! That would be so fun to watch,” she says.
How do you apply for The Golden Bachelor Australia Season 2?
The production company behind The Golden Bachelor Australia currently has casting applications open on their website, and you can either apply or nominate somebody you believe would be perfect for reality TV. Should we all nominate Sunny to keep her on our screens?
Potential applicants are required to answer a plethora of questions about their past relationships, dating and relationships, family and friends, life, what they want in a future partner, and must also list their height, sexual orientation and cultural background. Casting producers also ask for recent photos so they can see what you look like.
There’s also a chance to upload a video explaining why you are perfect for The Golden Bachelor Australia, so if you’re wanting to get on reality TV, this is your chance!
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Big Brother Australia has returned to its roots in 2025, with live nominations, live eliminations and a 24/7 live stream.
The casting team has also taken a different route from the most recent season, which was littered with single 20-somethings not opposed to striking up a romance. Instead, this season’s cast is a varied bunch, with ages ranging from 21 to 67, and includes an MMA fighter, a disability advocate, and a social worker.
On the premiere night of Big Brother 2025, host Mel Tracina introduced 12 housemates to Australia and then tasked them with voting for the 13th, who would enter the house the following night. Grandma of four, Jane or 36-year-old straight-shooting Mitch. Jane was chosen by the country, but whether it’s the last we’ll see of Mitch, we’ll just have to wait and see.
Meet the Big Brother Australia 2025 housemates.
Abiola, 24, VIC
Abiola is a loud, proud and unapologetic muso who lights up every room she walks into. She’s funny, fearless and proudly gay, and with a name that literally means “born to be famous,” she’s sure to make her mark on the house.
Allana, 45, QLD
Allana is a fiery, funny and straight-talking mum of three who always keeps it real. As a social worker, she knows the importance of keeping a balance between work and fun, which for her, usually involves belting out tunes with a gin in hand.
Bruce, 25, QLD
Bruce is a cheeky tradie who loves being the centre of attention and isn’t opposed to a bit of drama. He’s a self-proclaimed traditional guy with strong opinions about relationships, which is bound to ruffle a few feathers inside the house.
Coco, 30, NSW
Coco is a straight-talking single mum who’s been through it all and still manages to light up a room. She’s survived two tumours, chest surgery, and the heartbreak of losing her dad and has the kind of resilience that makes you instantly root for her.
Colin, 21, NSW
Colin is the loveable troublemaker from Wollongong who can talk anyone’s ear off and turn any moment into a laugh. He’s loud, charming and always up for fun, but has a big heart underneath it all.
Conor, 31, QLD
Conor is a disability advocate and proud larrikin who turns every challenge into an opportunity to connect. Living with Tourette’s, his goal is to educate, entertain and show Australia the real face of the condition.
Edward, 31, SA
Edward is the laidback nice guy who loves a good laugh and has a soft spot for anyone doing it tough. He’s the kind of guy who can crack a joke, and give great advice, but he’s never had a girlfriend — will he find love on Big Brother?
Emily, 30, WA
Emily is a quirky, emotional and endlessly endearing teacher who wears her heart on her sleeve. She’s the type to cry at a cartoon, overthink every conversation and still win everyone over with her warmth and humour.
Holly, 31, WA
Holly is a cat-loving model who’s equal parts glamour and chaos. She’s travelled the world, learned not to take herself too seriously and knows exactly how to read a room, and is out to prove her intelligence to Australia.
Jane, 67, Victoria
Jane entered the house on the second night as the 13th cast member. She’s a straight-talking grandmother who’s bringing life experience, humour and a touch of old-school grit to the house. She’s not afraid to call things as she sees them and is ready to prove that age doesn’t hold anyone back.
Mia, 23, VIC
Mia is the unapologetic firecracker with a contagious laugh and zero time for fake people. She’s loyal, outspoken and not afraid to cause a bit of chaos if it means standing up for herself or her friends.
Michael, 49, NSW
Michael is a confident single dad who’s funny, opinionated and never afraid to speak his mind. He’s all about real connections and keeping things authentic, but if someone crosses a line, they’ll definitely know about it.
Vincent, 21, VIC
Vincent is a smooth-talking Italian barber who knows how to charm a crowd and turn heads while he’s at it. He’s confident, cheeky and full of charisma, but underneath it all is a guy who values family, loyalty and a good laugh.
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The contestants say they see Colin and Manu as father figures, and dismiss any talk of favouritism. “It’s definitely not a narrative we want to be a part of,” Lol tells Chattr. “There’s been some really disgusting comments. And Manu and Colin have families and teenage daughters, and I just think everyone needs to have some respect for every party involved.
“They have teenage daughters, [imagine] you log online and you see things about your dad, or things like that. It’s not even really about us. There’s a few parties involved.”
Lil agrees and says people have taken it too far. “They really did support us along the way, and we had a good connection with them, like we laughed at their jokes, they laughed at our jokes. It’s honestly just friendly banter, and people just take that and run with these crazy stories,” Lil says.
The eliminated MKR contestants think the narrative is “ridiculous” and feel people are wasting their time by floating odd theories online. Besides, the Logan Bogans didn’t take out the title, so if there was even a hint of bias in the competition, it didn’t help them win $100,000.
Lol and Lil at the tasting table with the judges during the semi-final. Image: Seven
Would Lol and Lil return forMKR: Back To Win?
The bubbly best friends have had their ups and downs on MKR, but their cooking has gone from strength to strength. They have listened carefully to the feedback from the judges, and in their semi-final, the pair showcased some technique when cooking lobster.
Lol says it they were invited back for MKR: Back To Win, she would be there, “hands down”. However, she’d have to convince Lil to step back into the kitchen.
“I don’t know. I think one’s enough for me,” Lil admits. “It was really good, it was a great experience. But I’m like, the pressure. I don’t do pressure, and that pressure was next level… maybe with a little bit of convincing, I might change my mind.”
The MKR grand final will air on Sunday, November 16 on Channel 7 and 7plus.
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The Golden Bachelor’s hometown visits took a meaningful turn when Sunny’s daughter Chloe asked Bear if he was a feminist, and the marketing professional explained why his answer was so important to her.
Chloe told Chattr that Bear’s response would reveal a lot about how he might treat her mum — something that’s crucial for any woman, but especially for Sunny, given her background.
“It was important for me to check if Bear was a feminist because my mum is such a strong, independent woman. She’s financially independent, super confident, and takes up a lot of space (in the best way possible), which can sometimes intimidate people who aren’t used to women like that. She deserves someone who not only respects that, but actively celebrates it,” she said.
“She’s also a Korean woman living in Australia, so she also deals with racism and the kinds of everyday biases that come with that. So she needs to be with someone who’s actually aware of racism and sexism, and who’s willing to stand beside her through that.”
Although Bear initially said he wasn’t a feminist, he later clarified that he hadn’t realised the term refers to equality between the sexes. While Chloe let his original answer slide, she told Chattr that she wasn’t sure if he was right for her mum after the home town visits.
Sunny’s daughters Penny and Chloe with Bear at The Golden Bachelor home towns. Image: Nine.
“I had really mixed feelings about Bear when I first met him. He came across as super charming, kind, and grounded… honestly, almost too good to be true,” she explained.
“And unfortunately, with men, when they seem too good to be true, they usually are. I couldn’t help but be a little suspicious. Then, when he said no to my question about being a feminist, I was honestly shocked.
“I honestly wasn’t sure if they were a good match. I was a bit worried that he was too quiet and reserved for my mum, who is the total opposite: outgoing, loud, and full of energy. But after watching the show and seeing their dynamic on screen, I actually think they complement each other really well. It feels like they balance each other out in a really nice way. Her energy brings him out of his shell, and his calmness grounds her.”
Sunny’s home town visit on The Golden Bachelor. Image: Nine.
Why Chloe thought Sunny was more invested than Golden Bachelor Bear
After Chloe and her sister Penny spoke with Bear privately about his feelings for Sunny, they told their mum they believed she was more invested than he was. Throughout the season, we’ve seen Sunny emerge as a clear frontrunner for Bear’s heart, so what made her daughters come to the conclusion that her feelings weren’t reciprocated?
Chloe explained to Chattr that her and Penny’s doubt was rooted in the fact that there were still other women in the mix.
“Bear mentioned he had a really hard decision to make,” she said. “As her daughter, it’s hard to hear that – of course, you want the man she likes to just say, ‘Of course, it’s only your mum for me.’ I understand it’s a strange and unique situation for him, but it’s hard not to worry that her heart might get broken.”
Sunny and Bear. Image: Nine.
She added that seeing how deeply her mum had fallen for Bear made her even more worried about the possibility of her getting hurt.
“I’d never seen my mum so giddy over a man before. So it was heartwarming to see, but also made me a bit protective. She was clearly excited and wearing her heart on her sleeve, so I couldn’t help but worry she was more invested than he was.”
The Golden Bachelor airs on Sundays and Mondays on Channel 9 and 9Now.
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