It’s Big Brother Australia 2023 episode 5 and it’s already time to evict another housemate, this year’s cast is dropping like flies.
With an intruder entry, challenge, nomination and eviction happening in this episode, there’s a lot to get through.
Read on to find out what happens!
1. The intruders are here and I’m puzzled by the casting choice, another slim young thang with dark brown hair. Way to confuse us about who’s who, Big Brother.
2. Why are the intruders going into the King and Queen suite? Aren’t the unofficial reality TV show rules that intruders are never allowed to partner up?
3. Annelise is going to want to win this challenge because if she doesn’t there’s a 99.99% chance she’s going home after that button stunt she pulled last eviction.
4. Luke and Gracie-Mae win. Buh-bye Annelise, you should probably start packing now.
5. The housemate’s clothes have been returned via a crane that dropped them into the pool and they’re devastated. Honestly, I’m not sure what they’re so upset about, haven’t they ever heard of a washing machine?
6. Annelise friend-zone’s Luke right before he’s about to nominate. And right after her button stunt. This girl has watched Big Brother before, non?
7. Surprise, surprise, Annalise is up for eviction. Congratulations in advance to the other Housemates sitting next to her on the nomination block.
8. Louie is obviously the puppet master this season, but will the housemates be strategic enough to chop him early? Probably not.
9. Ari’s side eye when Bella confessed her crush on Jake was top-notch TV.
10. Luke admits he messed up by nominating Annaliese but it’s too late and she’s gone. Cue Sad boy Luke.
Big Brother Australia airs Monday to Thursday at 8:30 pm on 7 and 7Plus.
If you haven’t already binged every episode of Vanderpump Rules season 10, are you really a reality TV fan?
It’s debatable, but those who aren’t quite up to speed are actually in luck because the whole season is dropping on free-to-air TV ahead of the season 11 premiere in January.
Channel 7 will be screening the explosive 10th season of VPR (unofficially known as Scandoval) on 7plus and 7Bravo starting from 9.30pm Wednesday, 15 November.
Vanderpump Rules. Bravo.
What is Scandoval?
Scandoval is a nickname for the scandal that went down between some of the long-term Vanderpump Rules cast members.
Ariana Maddix and Tom Sandoval had been dating for nine years, lived together and owned a house. In March last year, Ariana discovered that Tom was having an affair with her friend, and cast member, Raquel Leviss.
Drama ensued and whole lot went down. Even though filming had already wrapped on season ten, the cast and crew went back to film an extra episode that shows the debacle playing out. Plus, the reunion was broken into three parts, and was filmed a month after the affair was discovered.
Vanderpump Rules. Bravo.
Who is in Vanderpump Rules season 10?
Most of the core cast members returned for season two, including Lisa Vanderpump, Ariana Madix, James Kennedy, Katie Maloney, Lala Kent, Raquel Leviss, Scheana Shay, Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz.
James’s girlfriend Ally Lewber was also on the season, as well as SUR employee Charli Burnett and longtime friend Kristina Kelly.
Vanderpump Rules. Bravo.
Are all of the seasons of VPR on 7Plus?
No, not all ten seasons are available to watch on 7Plus, however, a large chunk of them are. The streaming platform has all episodes from seasons one, two, three, five and six (and, of course, season ten soon).
If you’re looking to stream seasons four, seven, eight and nine, they’re available on Hayu.
Vanderpump Rules Season 10 premieres 9.30pm Wednesday, 15 November on 7plus and 7Bravo.
Big Brother Australia 2023 has been pushed into a later time slot after the first few episodes received a low number of viewers.
The reality TV show has been moved from the in-demand spot of 7:30 pm Monday to Thursdays, into the later timeslot of 8:30 pm on the same days.
The show’s premiere received just 274,000 metro viewers (rising to 500,000 in Total TV), with the second ep racking up 213,000 (394,000 in Total TV). The figures are the lowest ever for the Big Brother Australia franchise.
Big Brother. Seven.
When is Big Brother on?
Big Brother Australia 2023 will continue to run in the 7:30 pm time slot this week but will move to 8:30 pm from Monday, November 13. It will still air Mon-Thursday.
Viewers can also watch Big Brother Australia on 9Now, with new episodes released when they drop on TV.
How is the new season of Big Brother different?
Every housemate on Big Brother Australia 2023 is single, aged between 20 and 34 and, well, hot. The season has been dubbed the ‘House of Love’, and after even just a few episodes, there are multiple romantic relationships beginning to form.
In the past, Big Brother focussed on more niche and quirky characters and the dynamics between the contrasting housemates. Almost every season had a focus on strategy, with housemates trying to schmooze and manipulate their way to the final.
Big Brother. Seven.
Will this season be strategic?
While some fans are worried that the housemates will be too focused on relationships to strategise inside the house, evicted housemate Quan doesn’t feel the same way.
“Who’s to say that a younger generation isn’t as smart and isn’t as master mindful and able to play the game?
So who does Quan consider the undercover mastermind in the house?
“It’s always the quieter ones, isn’t it? My time in the house was only three days, but certainly for me, based on what I’ve seen, it would be Louie.”
Big Brother Australia airs Monday to Thursday at 8:30 pm on 7 and 7Plus.
Adrian Portelli was the star of The Block auctions, snapping up Steph and Gian’s house, as well as Eliza and Liberty’s and Lesley and Kyle’s.
Two of the teams made over a million dollars in profit, with Steph and Gian’s selling for a whopping five million dollars
However, Portelli didn’t necessarily buy the houses to live in himself – he’s revealed he will be giving away Steph and Gian’s.
The billionaire runs a website which is a giveaway platform called LMCT+. People can sign up for a membership, and those members are entered into giveaways which have the massive prizes.
Portelli announced the The Block giveaway on Instagram.
“FIRE UP AUSTRALIA – IT’S OFFICIAL! The first Block house we will be giving away to one of our customers will be Steph & Gian’s show winning, house number 4,” the post began.
“The house will come fully furnished. (Wine, dog food and clothing not included*)
“Members you’re already in the draw. Still not a LMCT+ member yet – What are you bloody waiting for?”
How can you win Steph and Gian’s The Block house?
To go in the running to win Steph and Gian’s The Block House, you’ll need to be a member of LMCT+.
There are three tiers of membership options. The lowest is $19.99 and gives one entry per month to every draw that month. The middle option is $49.99 which gives four entries, and the top tier is $99.99 and gives ten entries.
If you’re interested in signing up, you can do so here.
The Block. Nine.
Will Adrian Portelli give away Eliza and Libery’s house?
Portelli hasn’t revealed what he will be doing with Eliza and Liberty’s house just yet. However, there’s a chance he may be keeping it for himself.
“I’ll have a proper look around all the houses and see if there’s something I’d potentially move into in the future,” he told Domain.com of the three houses he bought.
It’s episode eight of Love Island Australia 2023 and tooooonight it’s a villa divided as our fave couple is put in jeopardy and all the drama is for naught as one featured Islander is dumped from the villa.
Here’s what happened…
In case you missed it, Hurricane Abby caused a stir during episode seven when she spilled the tea to Lucinda aboutKiwi Ken Zac’s potential interest in her social media following. She also let Savanah a.k.a Sav know that T-Dawg Trent’s interest in her was fading. Drama alert!
We begin with the aftermath of Kiwi Ken and T-Dawg’s confrontation.
Nate follows Hurricane Abby to the bedroom, telling the boys it’s “not right” and Kiwi Ken doubles down in front of “This Guy 🙄” Reid and Pete Gunn Kelly Kale.
Lucinda and Kirra try calming Abby down, telling Nate to stay out of it.
Hurricane Abby. Nine
Meanwhile, outside, Tia and Nate go head-to-head over how the situation was handled.
“You just need to be careful what you say in here, mate,” she tells him.
Nate tells the group that he hates how the girls “have each other’s back”, saying they shouldn’t have let “two boys attack her like that”
Nate goes into the bedroom to comfort Hurricane Abby. He tells her that he shouldn’t worry about their opinion.
“I’ve drank too much water because the tears won’t stop,” Abby says.
Voiceover Eoghan: “By that logic, does it mean the boys have drunk too much testosterone?” LOL!
The boys apologise and cracks form in Tia and Nate’s relationship
Lucinda and Kiwi Ken debrief and she tells him she just wanted to be comforted, not have him and his apprentice attack Hurricane Abby.
To their credit, the boys head to the bedroom to apologise to Abby.
Zac apologises to Hurricane Abby. Nine
Tia and Nate then sit down to talk about the situation.
Tia doesn’t like the way Nate handled the situation and she reveals she’s the type of girl to “stay out of the drama”.
“I’m not going to rescue you at the end of the day, especially if you’re not my friend,” Tia says. Ouch.
During a confessional, Tia says: “You don’t need a pat on the back for something you wanted to do, Nate.”
“She’s not my friend, bro.” Tia. Nine
After Hurricane Abby had simmered down, “This Guy 🙄” Reid checks to see if she’s OK.
Abby defends herself yet again, telling Reid that she was just giving Lucinda her “opinion”. Anyway, they then have a pointless conversation about how big the moon is and a stray cat is like WTAF?!
(For the record, the Moon is about one-quarter the size of Earth….)
Cat be like: Qué?!
The Hideaway is officially open
Thankfully, their intelligent conversation is interrupted by “I’VE GOT A TEXXXXXXT”, courtesy of Sav.
In exciting news, the Hideaway is now officially open and the crew decide to send Ben and Tyra — who actually seem like the only couple in the villa, not at breaking point.
“I think it’ll be amazing for them to have some time away, they’ll be able to have one-on-one chats and maybe do some naughty things,” Kirra says.
During their stay, both Ben and Tyra “connect on a deeper level”, their once rollercoaster relo now smooth sailing.
Ben and Tyra snuggling in the Hideaway. Nine
“I’m on top of the world,” Tyra says before later telling the girls that everything was strictly PG.
Meanwhile, back in the villa, Lucinda whispers to Kiwi Ken: “I think I’m falling for you.” Cute!
The next day, Lucinda tells Hurricane Abby, she shouldn’t shut things down with Nate, considering he and Tia are officially headed for donezo.
As for Lucinda’s own relo, Kiwi Ken organises a cheese platter for them on the balcony, complete with shirtless waiters and bad Spanish.
Kiwi Ken and Lucinda. Nine
Nate and Tia…hate each other
Following Kiwi Ken’s lead, Nate decides to sit down for a picnic with Tia.
While it starts off OK, Tia can’t understand why Nate had to involve himself in the Hurricane Abby/Kiwi Ken/T-Dawg great confrontation of 2023.
“I’m not mad at you,” she tells him, before seemingly being mad with him.
“I think you and I have two different scopes on situations,” he tells her and she agrees, before telling the others their date was dying a slow death.
When talking to PGK later on, Nate admits that if there was a recoupling tonight, he wouldn’t pick her. Ouch!
A Recoupling Ceremony and one Islander is dumped
Unfortunately, the joke was on Nate because later, Sophie Monk arrives to surprise the Villa with a Recoupling Ceremony.
First off, being the latest addition to the island, Abby gets her pick of da boiz.
“I would like to Couple Up with this boy because we have had good chats so far, I would really like to get to know him a bit better and every time I see him I do smile,” she said, before choosing “This Guy 🙄” Reid.
After the announcement, Kirra is unbothered by the choice and delivers possibly the best line ever. “She stole my problem, not my man.” YESSSS, KIRRA!!
“I need that on a t-shirt,” Sophie says.
KWEEN! Nine
Following this, four other pairs were cemented.
T-Dawg and Sav
Kiwi Ken and Lucinda
PGK and Nakia
Tyra and Ben
Finally, Nate is left with the decision to choose between Kirra and Tia.
He is torn, but ultimately chooses to keep Tia and Kirra is Dumped from le villa… after ALL THAT!!
“A lot has been running through my head. Kirra has been awesome to me, she’s been the one that asked me how I’m feeling and genuinely cares and I’ve loved seeing her in the Villa every single day,” he said. “It’s going to be tough.”
He then tells Kirra he almost chose her before he says goodbye.
The aftermath of this will be interesting!
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Before his death on November 11, Johnny Ruffo revealed his biggest fear about dying in his memoir No Finish Line.
The Australian actor and singer, who passed away at age 35 after a long battle with brain cancer, admitted that he was frightened he would be alone when the time came.
“I’m scared for my brother, my mum, dad and Tahnee[Sims] that they won’t be here with me [when I die],” he penned. “There is no way my family will all be here.”
“The likelihood of that is (slim). It would be ideal if everyone was there – not for my sake, but theirs.”
Johnny Ruffo and Tahnee Sims. Instagram
Luckily, the former Home and Away actor was surrounded by his family and friends, which was revealed in an Instagram post announcing his death.
“It is with a heavy heart that today we had to farewell our beloved Johnny,” it read. “Surrounded by his partner Tahnee and family, Johnny went peacefully with the support of some incredible nurses and doctors.”
Ruffo first revealed his diagnosis in August 2017 revealing he had undergone surgery for a brain tumour.
Johnny Ruffo. Instagram
After this, he was diagnosed with brain cancer and started treatment, updating his fans along the way.
In 2019, he was declared cancer-free; however, in August 2022, it was revealed that it had returned and was now terminal.
“I’m still doing chemotherapy and still battling along, just one foot in front of the other, one step at a time,” he told Yahoo Lifestyle at the time. “It is a challenge.”
“I actually love the NT — it’s quite sick my obsession with it,” she told News.com.au in an interview, announcing the news. “When I got this new role and I got to go back again, it was so just amazing.”
Abbie Chatfield. NT Tourism
Chatfield, who left her popular radio show, Hot Nights with Abbie with SCA in 2023 added that she needed “to put my energy into projects that bring me joy and that energise me, rather than draining me.”
As part of the new project, she is fronting ChatNT – an Aussie travel industry-first AI innovation that interacts with Abbie’s tone of voice and phrasing.
Touted as an “AI travel expert with a twist”, it acts as a hyper-personalised inspiration and advice for planning the ultimate summer holiday.
Abbie’s Insta announcement
On November 12, Chatfield announced the “thrilling” news.
“Wow, I have THRILLING news!! FINALLY, I can brag about my recent trip!!!,” her post began. “Killed me to not upload these pics when we took them. I have joined forces with @NTAustralia and been appointed their new super important, super official and SUPER corporate ‘Chief Sensory Officer for Summer in the Northern Territory’. I have a desk and a headset ready to go.
“In my new role, I will help you connect with your senses and experience how summer can be done differently in the NT. But that’s not all, I’ve also been working on a super fun Australian first AI tool called ChatNT (lmao get it, CHAT NT) where you can chat with me about all things summer in the NT! The future is now etc. [sic]
Speaking on Network 10’s The Sunday Project about her new gig, Chatfield was asked whether leaving Hot Nights was a difficult decision.
“No. It was so easy. I was thinking about it for about a year. I was just really exhausted,” she said. “I’ve never been happier.”
Abbie Chatfield. Ten
In addition to this, she admitted that at one point she “had no days off for three months” and that she “ended up doing things just for content”.
When she initially stepped back from the role, rumours began to circulate that she had been fired, which was far from the truth.
“I don’t want to do radio anymore,” she said on Instagram, adding that she would continue her It’s A Lot podcast and guessing panel member on The Masked Singer Australia.
“So it definitely wasn’t that I was fired. It’s that I didn’t want to do radio anymore…I’m really happy with my decision and super proud of myself for letting this role go.”
It’s the reality TV baby that we absolutely needed! Love Island Australia‘s Courtney Stubbs and partner Jack Millar from Married at First Sight have welcomed their new baby into the world.
Taking to Instagram on November 13, the pair announced the happy news alongside a carousel of beautiful pics of their daughter.
“Penelope June Millar 🩷,” the caption read, announcing their beautiful baby’s name.
“A love so magical words cannot describe! 10/11/23.”
Penelope June Millar. Instagram
The pair also uploaded some sweet family pics including one from just after the birth and a pic of Stubbs, Millar and their new addition accompanied by the MAFS star’s doggo, Fin.
Family of four! Instagram
The couple announced that they were expecting on May 14 with a beautiful video uploaded to Instagram.
“Overjoyed to share our magical secret with you 👼🏼✨,” they captioned the joint post.
Millar and Stubbs began dating in July 2022, embarking on a long-distance relationship until they moved in together in Sydney.
“I’ve gotten her flowers every time I’ve picked her up from the airport and I want to continue this,” he told 9Now in an interview in January 2023.
Then in an episode of Dom’s Debrief he said: “It was like the cross-over that no one asked for that everyone got,” he joked about meeting someone from another reality TV show.
Congratulations to the happy couple and welcome to the world, Penelope!
It’s episode one of Dessert Masters 2023 and we’re about to find out exactly what this show is all about.
At the beginning of the premiere, we’re shown a montage of incredible treats that the contestants have made throughout the season.
Next, we’re introduced to the contestants one by one, and each is equally impressible as the last. Some of the most recognisable names include Kay-Lene Tan, Adriano Zumbo and Anna Polyviou.
The cook
The skilled contestants are tasked with simply cooking the best dessert they can in three hours. The dish that judges Anna Polyviou and Melissa Leong deem the best, wins an Immunity Pin. Like Masterchef, this can be used to escape an elimination round at any time all the way up to the semi-finals.
Andy Bowdy chooses a peculiar dish, and says in the interview that he’s taken his fiance’s favourite salad and is (somehow) turning it into a roasted fennel cake dessert.
Dessert Masters. Ten.
At one point, Amoury told Reynold Poernomo that he “has some explaining to do” after he sprayed the judge’s shirt with chocolate.
“I’m known as one of the cleanest pastry chefs that exist, this is not right,” he continued.
However, it was all in jest and Amoury explained to Reynold that he was joking before heading to the next bench.
Dessert Masters. Ten.
The judging
Reynold Poernomo dish was called monochrome, the judges were very impressed with his presentation, and Melissa called it “perfection”. They were as equally impressed with the taste.
Dessert Masters. Ten.
Kirsten Tibballs presented another impressive dish with ‘Fleur’. Amoury said the layers inside her cake were “sexy” and Melissa raved about the dish.
Dessert Masters. Ten.
Anna Polyviou made a ‘Firecracker’ and Melissa was impressed with the layers inside the dessert.
Dessert Masters. Ten.
Rhiann Mead made a dish called Plum Bottom which Melissa said was absolutely stunning.
Dessert Masters. Ten.
Jess Liemantara made a stunning dessert called You Give Me Butterflies and once again, the judges were very happy.
Dessert Masters. Ten.
Kay-Lene Tan whipped together a Pandan Chiffon Cake, while the judges were mostly happy with it, Melissa wasn’t sure about the texture of the baked mooncake skin.
Dessert Masters. Ten.
Gareth Whitton presented the judges with a Brown Butter Miso and Yuro Tart. Amoury said that the flavours were “crafted to perfection”.
Dessert Masters. Ten.
Morgan Hipworth made a Tropical Bloom which was a theatrical dish in the sense that the petals dropped when the sauce was added. Amoury said the elements were “well crafted” but that the chocolate could have been thinner.
Adriano Zumbo made a dish called Masterpiece Within a Masterpiece. The pastry chef was disappointed with his dish and said it was only 70% there. Amoury agreed that it “lacked a little bit of refinement”.
Last up was Andy Bowdy’s controversial savoury dessert of Roasted Fennel Cake. Amoury teased a disaster when told Andy his dish would be high risk for high reward but after tasting it he confirmed that Andy had achieved “high reward”.
The Verdict
Andy, Kirsten and Reynold were the top three choices by the judges, and Reynold took home the Immunity Pin.
Dessert Masters continues at 7:30pm on 10 and 10Play.
Key figures from the Australian entertainment industry have begun to share their heartbreak over the news that actor and singer Johnny Ruffo has died.
Ruffo battled brain cancer for six years and was 35 years old when he died.
Johnny’s loved one confirmed his death in an Instagram statement.
“It is with a heavy heart that today we had to farewell our beloved Johnny,” part of the statement read. “Surrounded by his partner Tahnee and family, Johnny went peacefully with the support of some incredible Nurses & Doctors [sic].”
Tributes from the Australian entertainment industry
Moments after the post was uploaded, it was flooded with friends and fans alike sharing their condolences and fond memories of Ruffo.
Below are just some of the comments from notable members of the entertainment industry.
Tai Hara (former Home and Away castmate): “Love you mate”
Johnny Ruffo and Tai Hara. Instagram.
Mel Greig (Hot 30 Countdown co-host): Shattered there is no one else like you. I’ll miss your cheekiness, talent and the fun we had on the Hot 30 Countdown. Sending so much love to Tahnee and your family.
Taylor Henderson: Oh my goodness this is so heartbreaking I am so sorry to hear this. What an incredible man he is. He gave me such incredible advice at the start of my career and I was always amazed at his work ethic. He really inspired me to keep going what a legend! RIP Johnny thanks for all the joy you brought to this world for others.
Ryan ‘Fitzy’ Fitzgerald: Shattered. An absolute beacon of positivity. Johnny walked into any room and put a smile on everybody’s face. Gonna miss ya brother, watch over us
Bonnie Anderson: What a man! You always knew how to light up a room Johnny! Sending ever hit of love to all of your loved ones! Absolutely heartbreaking.
Georgie Parker (former Home and Away castmate): Sending love to Johnnys’ family, friends and loved ones. He was truly one in a million, funny, bright and such a hard worker. It’s ridiculously cruel that he’s no longer here. Rest up now Johnny.
Johnny Ruffo and Georgie Parker. Instagram.
Dave ‘Hughesy’ Hughes: A [star] has moved to the next world. Go well Johhny.
Mel B: My heart just broke
Nick Giannopoulos: Johnny you were one of the bravest souls I’ve ever met. Always with a smile on your face & a positive attitude. You helped give courage & strength to so many all over the world. Rest in Peace my friend.
Nat Bassingthwaite: Oh my. What an incredible human . Sending so much love.
Sarah Roberts (Home and Away) – So devastatingly sad. My heart is absolutely broken. Life just isn’t fair. @johnny_ruffo you will continue to be an inspiration to all of us. I’m sending all my love to Johnny’s family, dear friends & beautiful Tahnee
Casey Donovan: Brave, courageous, strong, resilient and a fighter till the end, you will be missed by all. Rest easy Johnny Love, thoughts and condolences to his partner, family and friends.
Danni Minogue: The cheekiest chap. His voice, smile and dancing feet will be missed by so many. Thinking of his family in this heart breaking time.
Johnny Ruffo on X Factor. Instagram.
Takaya Honda (Neighbours): RIP mate, it was a privilege to have met you.
Penny McNamee (Former Home & Away castmate): Oh Johnny. He was the first cast member I ever met on Home and Away and he was instantly warm, funny and self-deprecating. What joy he brought to the world. Sending all my love to Tahnee, and all of Johnny’s family and friends.
Lisa Origliasso (The Veronicas): rest easy sweetest angel.
Johanna Griggs: Hopefully, finally at peace once more. Sending so much love to his family and loved ones.
Layla Subritzky (Big Brother): Omg Johnny……. this is devastating news anyone to have known you was absolutely privileged. What a big fight you had to put up. Now you Rest Easy in Love, you absolute Legend! Thinking of all of Johnnys family and love to Tahnee.
Johnny Ruffo and girlfriend Tahnee Sims. Instagram.
Ruffo first entered the public eye as a contestant on X Factor Australia in 2011 where he came runner-up. From there, he went on to score a record deal with a major record label and was offered a part in Home and Away, which he took.
Channel 7 release a statement
Seven released a statement, paying tribute to the late actor.
“Seven is deeply saddened by the passing of Johnny Ruffo. The talented and charismatic performer was born to entertain and brought joy to the lives of so many on and off the screen. His infectious energy and big heart will be missed by all who had the privilege to know him. We pass on our heartfelt condolences to Johnny’s partner, family and friends.
“Following his breakout appearance on the 2011 season of The X Factor, Johnny went on to win the 2012 season of Dancing With The Stars, before becoming a beloved member of the Home and Away family for three and a half years in the role of Chris Harrington.”
Johnny Ruffo as Chris Harrington. Seven
Ruffo was first diagnosed with brain cancer in 2017, and again in 2020.
Channel 10’s brand new cooking show Dessert Masters has two superstar judges up its sleeve; Amaury Guichon and Melissa Leong.
And, the hosts aren’t the only familiar faces on the show. Unlike MasterChef, Dessert Master’s doesn’t have home cooks battling it out, instead, some of the most well-known personalities of the Australian cooking scene are competing.
Amongst the contestants are celebrated pâtissier Adriano Zumbo and legendary pastry chef, Kay-Lene Tan.
Dessert Masters. Ten.
You can find out more about all of the Dessert Masterscontestants here, but if you’re looking for intel on the judges, we’ve got you sorted below.
Amaury Guichon
Amaury Guichon is a hu-uge star and has a massive fan base all around the world. In fact, he has a following of over 13 million on Instagram alone. He also has 22.6 million followers on TikTok and 12.1 million on YouTube.
But what is he actually famous for? Well, Guichon makes absolutely insane chocolate sculptures. You can check out some of them below:
He has also released an eight-episode reality series School of Chocolate on Netflix in 2021.
He actually got his big break on a reality TV show. The Swiss chef took up an apprenticeship at the Maison Lenôtre in Paris before competing in the French reality cooking series Who will be the next great pastry chef? in 2013.
Amaury placed third in the show and was invited by Jean-Philippe Maury shortly after his appearance to work at the Las Vegas branch of his Patisserie in the Bellagio and Aria. While working at the prestige establishment, Amaury started posting his creations on social media and they quickly went viral.
Melissa Leong
MasterChef. Ten.
Melissa Leong is an established food writer and food critic, but she’s best known for being a judge on Masterchef. She was in the role for seasons 12 to 15.
It was announced earlier this year that she wouldn’t be continuing in the role, but instead, moving over to Dessert Masters.
She also co-hosted The Chefs’ Line alongside Dan Hong and Mark Olive for two seasons in 2017, and 2018.
Dessert Masters will air on November 12 at 7:30pm Channel 10 and 10 Play in 2023.
Big Brother Australia 2023 has ruffled some feathers this year, with fans confused as to why a group of young, sexy singles was cast, rather than the usual quirky, diverse group.
Even Big Brother housemate Anna Sophia was surprised at the casting and believes it worked to her detriment.
The 30-year-old was the second housemate evicted from Big Brother Australia 2023, and during an interview with Chattr, Anna Sophia said she would have preferred if the new casting twist wasn’t in place.
“I’m not gonna lie – I 100% thought there would be a lot more different personalities than there were. Quirky and different diverse people.
“Big Brother does a spin every year and it is different so I guess I’ve gone into this year’s one. But it wasn’t what I expected.”
Anna Sophia confirmed that she “100%” thinks that she would have gone further on the show had the casting choices been more like previous years.
Big Brother. Seven.
Anna Sophia is a Big Brother superfan
Anna Sophia said that she’s watched every season of Big Brother, and throughout the years she gained an understanding of how the show works, and who is usually cast. However, that, of course, all changed this year.
“I have always been a huge fan of Big Brother. I’ve watched it ever since I was probably about 12 – when I probably shouldn’t been watching it! I love the concept of a load of strangers just going to live together. I think it’s really interesting.
The luxury fashion manager named SJ as her favourite housemate ever on Big Brother Australia.
“I thought she was really individual. She was really her own person,” she said. “This sounds a bit corny, I feel like she’d be someone I would become in the future. She is her own person and she doesn’t follow any sort of norms.”
Big Brother Australia airs Monday to Thursday at 8:30 pm on 7 and 7Plus.
Mavournee Hazel plays AFP Forensic Scientist Bluebird in the new NCIS Sydney.
Of course, convincingly playing a character who would have had to have decades of training and experience for the job role, is no mean feat.
During an interview with Chattr, Hazel said that she found that a vital part of the role was dealing with something complex, and explaining it in a simple way.
“The biggest challenge was understanding what I was saying on such a deep level that it was almost like explaining getting dressed in the morning because to Blue, it is as simple as that,” she said.
“She comes into scenes with new information where she needs to explain it to everyone in a way that they will understand – and the audience all understand. By the end of it, I got quite good at picking up the technical jargon and chemistry talk.”
NCIS Sydney. Paramount+.
The Australian actress explained the in-depth training she had to undergo in order to pull off the character of Bluebird.
“William McInnes and I got to go to the AFP,” she said. (Williams plays AFP Forensic Pathologist Dr Roy Penrose).
“That was amazing. We go to go into the labs and see what they do there to protect the borders. It was fascinating seeing them analysing certain materials. Blue gets to do as well. So I learned a lot seeing them. I was also so surprised by how many young women were actually in these labs and go into the forensic world that is a little bit more male dominated.”
Mavournee Hazel talks about stepping into Abby Sciuto big shoes
Like Abby Sciuto (played by Pauley Perrette), Bluebird is a quirky, female forensic scientist. Over the years, Abby has gained a cult following and has accrued hundreds of thousands of fans.
Hazel told Chattr that she was excited to play a similar character on NCIS Sydney.
“We hadn’t seen a character like Abby before, with this quirky personality, she’s hot but she also has these incredible brains. I am really thankful for the opportunity to be able to pay homage to that, in my own way.”
NCIS Sydney. Paramount+.
However Hazel stressed that Bluebird is her own character, and isn’t a continuation of Abby.
“I think comparison is the thief of joy,” she said. “Straight from the get go we had a team behind the scenes who were so considered and thoughtful in how they wanted Blue to be different; that she wasn’t going to be Abby and she is her own person.
“In the classic NCIS style, viewers will learn more about her and her own backstory and hopefully people love her as much as Abby.”
Stream NCIS Sydney exclusively on Paramount+ from November 10 in Australia.
It’s the Grand Finale of The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition 2023 and it was certainly one for the books!
While one team arrived first, an emotional and selfless move, saw all of the final three walk away with money for their charities.
Competing in the final leg were Darren McMullen and nephew Tristan Dougan, Emma Watkins and sister Hayley Watkins and mum-and-daughter duo, Angie and Alli Simpson.
Established race leaders throughout the season, Darren and Tristan arrived to meet Beau Ryan at the Pit Stop only to refuse to step on the mat.
Instead, they chose to wait until the other two teams joined them so they could all jump together and share the $100,000 across three worthy charities.
The Amazing Race Grand Finale. Ten
Here’s what happened during the episode
The thrilling finale of the race unfolded in the bustling city of Kuala Lumpur. Here, competitors faced the ultimate test of their honed skills.
First up was a challenge to showcase their communication skills. One team member had to recreate a complex dessert solely based on their partner’s instructions. And to add some excitement, a large and slithering surprise made an appearance.
Hayley found herself in utter terror as an enormous albino python wrapped around her neck. Meanwhile, Angie reassured her daughter Alli that it was just a harmless plastic snake. On the other hand, Tristan visibly battled his sincere fear of snakes.
Next, the teams were challenged to navigate their way through a maze-like bookstore, searching for a single book amidst a sea of literature. Darren and Tristan deciphered the map within sight of Alli, who cleverly overheard the information and relayed it to Angie. Learning from their mistake, Darren and Tristan made sure to be discreet with their clues.
Dancing Task
The following task involved dancing, with Darren eagerly stepping up, while his nephew Tristan lacked the same enthusiasm. Emma Wiggle and Hayley aced the challenge on their first attempt, while Angie took some time to loosen up.
Hayley and Emma. Ten
Finally, the teams put their memory to the test, recalling and organizing obscure photographs from the past 11 destinations. Emma and Hayley arrived first, but Darren and Tristan managed to overtake them after Darren spotted a cleverly placed red herring among the photos.
The Final Pit Stop
On their way to the final Pit Stop, Darren’s Scottish charm came in handy as he befriended a local father and his six children, who happily agreed to join the two strangers and a camera crew on a train to ensure they didn’t get lost.
Darren and Tristan crossed the finish line first, but before stepping onto the mat, Darren took a moment to inform Beau that they had decided to wait for the other two teams, allowing all three charities to receive a share of the prize.
Darren and Tristan wait for their competitors. Ten
Hand in hand, all three teams reached the mat simultaneously, marking an emotional conclusion to The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition.
MasterChef’s new spin-off show Dessert Masters has recruited some of the best pastry chefs, chocolate connoisseurs and baking experts in the country.
The judges are Melissa Leong and Amaury Guichon and the new series will see ten pros battle it out in the kitchen to take home the $100,000 prize and be named the first-ever Dessert Master.
But, the stakes are high, because amongst those cooks and bakers are some seriously big names, including Adriano Zumbo and Kay-Lene Tan.
Meet the acclaimed cooks battling it out on MasterChef’s new show Dessert Masters!
The masterful Kirsten Tibballs, is unofficially dubbed as “The Chocolate Queen”, and for good reason. Having written successful cookbooks, founded online baking classes called Savour School and appeared as a favorite guest chef on MasterChef Australia, she’s somewhat of a pastry and chocolate goddess in Australia.
Reynold Poernomo made his sensational debut on MasterChef Australia in 2015, quickly earning the nickname “Dessert King” with his kitchen wizardry. With the opening of his dessert bars KOI and Monkey’s Corner, he’s developed a dessert-obsessed cult following by whipping up treats almost too good to eat!
In recent times, Anna Polyviou has gone from the MKR kitchen to the I’m A Celebrity jungle and she now graces the doors of the Dessert Masters. Having clinched numerous awards in the culinary world, she’s setting her sights on the coveted title of Australia’s inaugural Dessert Master.
One of Australia’s most celebrated pâtissiers Adriano Zumbo needs no introduction. He’s known for introducing the croquembouche and making macarons a household name, and now he’s set to bring his quirky creations to life on Dessert Masters.
As a contestant on MasterChef Australia in 2020, Jess Liemantara proved age is just a number when it comes to culinary skills. Despite being the youngest competitor on the show, she blew the judges away with her colorful cakes and picture-perfect pastries. Now she’s bringing her signature skills to the Dessert Masters kitchen and is ready to wow again.
At a mere 15 years old, Morgan Hipworth baked his way into Melbourne’s heart with Bistro Morgan, the now-iconic bakehouse. With a penchant for bold flavors and visually stunning pastries, he’s been crowned “The Donut King” of Australia.
After honing her skills under the legendary chef Joël Robuchon, Kay-Lene Tan has crafted confectionery masterpieces at top-notch restaurants worldwide. As an Executive Pastry Chef, Kay-Lene whips up treats that stir memories and intends to use her formidable background to trifle the competition.
As a chef, Andy Bowdy’s goal was to ensure desserts were equally delicious and visually appealing, nailing the cream-to-cake ratio. And boy, did he succeed. Throughout his career his desserts have won trophies, accolades, and the hearts of his customers. He’s now ready to shatter all expectations and rise to the top like a cake in the oven.
As Head Pastry Chef at The Charles in Sydney, Rhiann Mead has whipped up countless delectable goodies over the years. Her impressive pastry skills include precise piping, intricate chocolate and sugar work, and more. With her past experience at esteemed restaurants like Bennelong and Quay, Rhiann looks set to give the competition a run for their money.
Former Head Pastry Chef at Dinner By Heston Blumenthal (Melbourne), Gareth Whitton is now the not-so-anonymous founder and Pastry Chef of Tarts Anon. Having worked with some of the world’s best chefs for over 15 years, will Gareth rise to the challenge or crumble under pressure during the competition?
Dessert Masters continues Sunday – Tuesday at 7:30pm 10 and 10 Play.
My Mum, Your Dad Australia 2023 is one of the most wholesome reality shows currently on TV.
It sees sons and daughters setting their single parents up with possible romantic connections. All of the sons and daughters watch from a bunker as their mums or dads head off on dates together.
Unlike most other reality shows, there’s no cash prize at the end, just the ultimate prize of love. Awww.
While there aren’t eliminations on My Mum, Your Dad, it’s common for contestants to self-eliminate from the competition for a variety of reasons.
Here’s a list of everyone who has left My Mum, Your Dad Australia 2023 so far.
November 8
Chloe and Boss
My Mum Your Dad airs on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
It’s Big Brother Australia 2023 episode 3 and the housemates are already performing stunts that’ll (hopefully) get them more screen time.
Between Minee’s ‘accidental’ nip slip and Zach and Jake’s v. random lounge room performance, these housemates are THIRSTY.
Read on to find out what happens!
Jake may be attached to three girls, but he will end up with none of them. Indecisiveness ain’t cute.
Big Brother. Seven.
2. Somehow Jake manages to make forgetting a love interest’s name semi-acceptable, does this man have the social skills to win Big Brother?!
3. The girls are complaining that a man making them breakfast is too much. Haven’t they ever seen Love Island? This is the ultimate love language for reality TV!
4. Did I miss something? Why are Jake and Zach dressed in their female housemate’s clothes and straddling each other?
Big Brother. Seven.
5. Minee, are you really going to try and pretend that you didn’t realise you wore a bra-less white singlet into a challenge where you were going to be dumped in the pool? Puhh-lease.
Big Brother. Seven.
6. Gracie May and Louis are a vibe. Facts.
7. It’s nominations time and I’m honestly surprised Jake can remember anyone’s name to nominate them.
8. Shame. Zach’s little plan to cross-dress in order to build a connection with the female housemates didn’t work in his favour, and he’s nominated… again.
9. Louis is reassuring Zach he’s got his back, but isn’t he interested in Anna Sophia? Do I smell a secret BB mastermind?
10. 14 young, hot and single housemates in a spa! This could mean only one thing, spicy content for the first episode of BB Uplate 2023.
Big Brother Australia airs Monday to Thursday at 7.30 pm on 7 and 7Plus.
It’s episode 11 of The Amazing RaceAustralia 2023 and after a false start last episode, the final four teams are actually getting whittled down to three.
Alli and Angie Simpson were saved during the last leg when it was found to be to be a predetermined non-elimination round.
However, this time, either Alli and Angie, Harry Jowsey and Teddy Briggs, Darren McMullen and Tristan Dougan or Emma and Hayley Watkins will leave the competition during the Borneo leg.
Throughout the beginning of the ep, Harry and Teddy and Emma and Hayley fall behind, but will they make a miraculous comeback?
The Amazing Race. Ten.
The Challenge
The intersection saw Darren and Tristan pair up with Alli and Angie, while Harry, Teddy, Hayley and Emma made up the other team.
During the challenge, one team collected ingredients and breakfast for the local orangutans, while the other had to call them.
Angie and Alli were responsible for calling their four hairy breakfast guests – they rang and the orangutans came. Their challenge buddies, Darren and Tristan, prepared the food while having to remember specific details about their orangutans, from their birthdays to favourite foods to fun facts.
Darren went bananas over the experience, having dreamt of this moment since reading TheJungle Book as a wee lad.
The Amazing Race. Ten.
Emma and Hayley were on a mission to be the first all-female team to win the Race, but being paired with Harry and Teddy on this challenge put a bump in that plan as the boys struggled to remember the fruits they prepared, wasting a lot of time.
The Challenge
Next, the teams headed to the Sarawak River where they had to tightly bind a traditional bamboo raft before paddling six kilometres through rapids and (possibly?) croc-infested waters to receive their next clue.
After confusing a rock for a crocodile, Darren and Tristan started to get jittery. But, it was Alli and Angie who managed to capsize their raft.
Emma and Hayley stayed in a steady third place, while Harry and Teddy, who got lost on their way to the challenge, were in last.
The Amazing Race. Ten.
Roadblock
At the Roadblock, one member of each team had to compete in a blowpipe challenge to win their final clue.
Darren and Tristan left the blowpipe challenge in first place and were legging it to the Pit Stop, but thanks to a wrong turn, Alli and Angie managed to overtake the boys, and they hit the carpet first.
Emma and Hayley were relieved to be in third place, and sadly, Harry and Teddy were last to arrive and were eliminated from the Race. Harry paid tribute to his three friends that he’d lost to suicide, and tearfully stressed the importance of reaching out to Beyond Blue.
If you or someone you know is in distress and needs more information, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or the Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800.
It’s episode seven of Love Island Australia 2023 and toooonight there’s trouble in paradise as “This guy 🙄” Reidfinally pisses off Kirra to the point of no return and Hurricane Abby is in the “eye of the storm” with Kiwi Ken a.k.a Zac.
Let’s get into it!
Kirra finally sees the light during The Candy Shop challenge
T-Dawg Trent pulls Hurricane Abby for a chat because she’s got “really nice facial features” before he throws Sav under the bus and tells Abby Sav is not his “vibe”.
Their convo is interrupted by a TEXXXXXT and it’s time for a game, The Candy Shop.
While Kirra does her best “sexy wolf” impression, Nate gets to choose two people to kiss that he thinks should couple up. Even though we thought he was Team Kirra, he makes “This guy 🙄” and Hurricane Abby mack on.
“Good motion in the ocean,” Reid says of the kiss. Gross.
Reid and Abby make out. Nine
Kiwi Ken then gives Nate (?!) a lap dance because he reckons he’d be mammoth in bed and Lucinda tries to be sexy while pretending to be a “pussy cat”.
Next up, Hurricane Abby has to kiss her top three boys — “This guy 🙄”, T-Dawg (“The s–ittest kisser”) and Pete Gunn Kelly Kale.
Nakia chooses PGK and… Ben?! for a three-way kiss before Hurricane Abby has to kiss an islander with whom she hadn’t locked lips before. She macks on with Nate. Ben also has to kiss Hurricane Abby, before “This guy 🙄” has to kiss his top pick, hug his second pick and pat the head of his bottom pick.
Unsurprisingly, he kisses Hurricane Abby and hugs Kirra.
“At this rate, I’m just going to get ‘mug’ written across my forehead,” Kirra says in a confessional, before saying: “It’s super clear that Reid lied to me to stay in the Villa. He’s a shady snake.” HALLELUJAH!
“I’m so done with being put second or being put last,” she says again in the Beach Hut. “I’m done with it. At what stage do you say ‘I’m done with this f–king bull-s–t?’…I hate men! I’m turning lesbian!”
Kirra wants to go home
Speaking to Tia, Nakia and Nate, Kirra says she’s ready to go TF home, admitting she knows that “This guy 🙄” would have picked her last but didn’t want to look like a d–khead.
“I’m not an idiot,” Kirra says and it’s lovely to see her come to her senses.
“I just want him to come up and say ‘I’m not interested. That’s fine you’re not hurting my feelings. It’s hurting my feelings more with you being a fake f–king c—!” OOOOFT.
Nakia: PRAISE BE!!
Praise be! Nine
“Say it to him,” Nate says, which is funny, given five minutes ago he got Reid and Hurricane Abby to make out.
“I don’t have the energy tonight so I’m just going to go get a snack,” Kirra says. Relatable.
In a confessional, Nakia says “This guy 🙄” needs to “GROW UP” and honestly, we couldn’t agree more. Meanwhile, Kirra doesn’t want to talk to him.
“F–k Reid,” she says. “I should have sent him home the moment I knew he f–ked my sister.” Ahh, Love Island. Place of romance, love and dreams.
Nate and Hurricane Abby talk about Tia and “This guy 🙄” Reid…and Hurricane Abby chats to “This guy 🙄”
Meanwhile, Nate and Hurricane Abby have a chat where he reveals he’s happy with Tia. Well done Nate.
Tia: “I’m not jealous of her because I know I’m better than her.” LOL.
Tia is NOT jealous, you guys. Nine
Hurricane Abby then admits she’s concerned about “This guy 🙄” because he hasn’t been honest with her.
Nate reassures her that Reid’s not lying about her being his number one, even though he can “be a little sneaky at times”.
Hurricane Abby then pulls “This guy 🙄” for a chat. She says that she’s heard s–t about the elimination of MVP Ollie.
He tells Hurricane Abby he only told Kirra that he would be “willing to explore options more than a friendship level”, which TBF, he did say.
“This guy 🙄” promises her that like a Destiny’s Child song, he’s not “jumpin’ jumpin'” and Abby decides to trust him, but says he needs to talk to Kirra.
When he goes for said chat, Kirra pretends she’s asleep. Lol.
“Kirra”… Kirra: “Zzzz”.
“This guy 🙄” then tells Lucinda that he “feels for” Kirra because she’s been dealt some blows this week. Ok, bro.
Hurricane Abby tells Sav that T-Dawg does not, in fact, prefer blondes
The next morning, Kirra “wisely fakes a coma” to avoid her new arch-nemesis and the boys brush their teeth…in the outside shower.
Kirra starts crying in bed and Kiwi Ken and T-Dawg try to comfort her. They gather the girls and Kirra tells them Reid hasn’t spoken to her…but honestly, we know it’s not without a lack of trying. (We’re still not fans. Don’t worry.)
Delulu Lucinda says that Reid is still into Kirra… “Well, he says that”. Lol. And honestly, we don’t need more delusional people in Le Villa.
Sav and Hurricane Abby then have a chat and Abby reveals she wants to get to know Reid and… Nate. Which we will not allow.
She then tells Sav that T-Dawg isn’t interested in her anymore and that he’s over blondes.
HOW DARE HE?! Nine
“Chill out Trent,” Sav says in a confessional. “Maybe I’m over brunette immature liars.” LELz.
Sav confronts T-Dawg
Sav pulls T-Dawg for a chat and tells him what Hurricane Abby had said.
“I didn’t say it like that,” he says. “I just said that I wasn’t feeling it after a few things you said but we get along so well and we’re just seeing where it goes.”
DO THESE PPL NOT KNOW THEY ARE BEING FILMED?!
Trusting her gut, she tells him that something feels “completely different” and T-Dawg unsurprisingly charms his way back in, saying that Abby was just embellishing. WOWEE. Talk about “This guy 🙄” 2.0.
During a confessional, T-Dawg admits he’s in a “sticky situation” because he doesn’t think they can be more than friends…
Kirra confronts “This guy 🙄”
“This guy 🙄” tries to clear the air, but she’s having none of it.
“I know you only picked me second out of pity, and you probably should’ve told me because it was such a slap in the face,” she tells him, before asking for a shred of honesty about how he feels about her.
“Effort is a direct reflection of interest and your effort is the bare minimum,” she says. “I know you’re not interested.”
Boy, bai! Nine
“I was willing to explore and open to having more chats so I could show interest,” he tells her before she tells him: “I would have rather kept Ollie and sent you the f–k home, to be honest.”
“You’re welcome for me keeping you in here,” she tells him. “I’ll sleep on the couch.” LEL.
Superfans get their say during a challenge
In an Out of thisWorld challenge, the Superfans get a chance to have their say.
Apparently, 90% of them think that Tyra is playing it safe by staying with Ben and precisely 30% of them thought Kirra and “This guy 🙄” could win Love Island. Clearly, they voted before today’s events…
65% also thought Tia would break Nate’s heart (wut?!) and 15% think PGK and Nakia are compatible.
WUT?! Nine
5% also thought T-Dawg and Sav would be BF and GF, which to Sav is “definitely a sign”.
As for Kiwi Ken and Lucinda, 80% think that Zac likes Lucinda more than she likes him.
“Maybe they think he’s a fanboy,” she said in a confessional. “He is!”
Meanwhile, 5% think that Tyra and Ben will stay together on the outside.
What a ride!
Kiwi Ken v Hurricane Abby
Everyone is feeling insecure about their relos after the challenge, particularly Nakia. PGK and Nakia chat about it and he says he trusts that she didn’t say anything about their romance behind his back. (Obvi, the challenge was dated, given that it was probs referring to Kale and Tia’s connection… so it’s a moot point at this stage.)
Over in Ben land, he is sad over Tyra… and while we’d love to stay and chat with them, drama is afoot and we must dash!
Hurricane Abby, decides to tell Lucinda that Kiwi Ken’s intentions are about fame and fame only.
“Don’t you think it’s really weird that he asked me if my [social media] following went up after I was on TV?” Abby asks her.
Lucinda then begins to doubt her relationship with Kiwi Ken, given she has 818k followers on the gram and he’s obsessed with her from watching her…on TV.
Is he in it for the fame? Lucinda begins having doubts. Nine
Lucinda decides to talk to Zac about it and he begins to not only see red but become that very colour. He is “FUMIN'”.
“What a snake!” he says. “She’s been here for five minutes and she’s going around and stirring s–t like that. Who does she think she is? That’s such a wild accusation to make.”
Beetroot Kiwi Ken. Nine
Kiwi Ken then decides to confront Hurricane Abby, with T-Dawg, his apprentice, ready to confront her about Sav.
“You’ve been here for an afternoon and you’re just twisting every story that gets told,” T-Dawg says.
“Just because people aren’t interested in you, now you’re going to ruin s–t with them,” Zac adds.
Hurricane Abby has little chance to defend herself and Nate and PGK, are quick to pull the guys back.
Abby then storms off in tears.
Abby is sad. Nine
Crikey! She sure came in like a wreeeeecking ball!
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