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How much of Robert Irwin and Julia Morris’ I’m A Celebrity banter is scripted?

by Reena Gupta

One of the best parts of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Australia is its hosts: especially the easy banter between hosts Robert Irwin and Julia Morris. We were lucky enough to speak with host Julia Morris, who gave us all of the goss about the 2026 season, including her amazing relationship with Robert, as well as whether or not their banter on the show is scripted.

“We have a very similar sense of humour,” Morris tells Chattr about her younger co-host, adding that both she and Robert are also just really in love with the show. “I think literally, any human being that goes into the jungle, whatever we think we know about them,” she says, “we certainly know a lot more about who they are and what they stand for and whether we align with them.”

When asked about how much of the pair’s banter is improvised and how is scripted, Julia reckons the breakdown is about 50-50. “The script writer is a genius, and honestly makes me look a lot more clever than I am,” she admits, “he sets up the most beautiful jokes. And lots of physical jokes, which were really good fun.” Yes, who could forget this season’s excellent cliffhanger gag!

Robert Irwin and Julia Morris
Robert Irwin and Julia Morris. Image: Ten

Julia Morris addresses criticism that I’m A Celebrity doesn’t cast big enough names

Julia also spoke glowingly about Robert’s love of the animals on set, stating that “conservation is the blood that runs through him.” Speaking of the show’s Viper Room challenge, where celebrities lie in a snake pit, she says that Robert is careful to look after the snakes. “There’s no way he could let a little snake be there and not be like… ‘oh, I just wanted to meet him’,” she laughs, pointing out there’s something “incredibly Robert” about the animals on set taking priority.

Touching on criticism that I’m A Celebrity doesn’t cast enough recognisable names, Julia says: “If you don’t know a celebrity, ask another generation. Because I can guarantee you they will”. She adds that the many generations on the show are part of its charm. “Just like our normal lives around the water cooler. I want to hear an older voice. I want to hear a younger voice. I want to hear a female voice… we definitely get to see that all sorts of cohesion is possible with patience and using a bit of kindness.”

I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here Australia 2026 airs Sunday – Wednesday on Channel 10 and 10Play.

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Gia claims Bec came onto MAFS with her own PR team: ‘Met with every week’

by Danica Baker

The feud is still raging between Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 brides Gia Fleur and Bec Zacharia, with Gia claiming Bec brought her own PR team onto the show to help carefully curate her image.

“We have to remember that Bec came into the show with a PR team; no one else did. She had a PR person that she would meet with every week,” Gia told Chattr.

“I said it multiple times [on the show] that her PR team is working overtime tonight,” she added. “A lot of things are very calculated by her part, on the show. So [viewers] will hopefully see that.”

Another source close to production backed Gia’s claims.

“Bec engaged a publicist from at least October — possibly earlier — who advised that a ‘feuding to friends’ storyline between Bec and Gia is an epic angle that the media will lap up. They also told Bec that their main concern was protecting her reputation and presenting her in the best light possible for future media opportunities,” the insider said.

“Filming ran until the end of November, so filming was still taking place when Bec was working with the publicist,” they added. Chattr has seen screenshots further to the ones below that align with the insider’s claims.

Gia and Bec have been at each other’s throats since the premiere episode of MAFS 2026, when Gia called Bec a “five out of ten”, and Bec apparently called her a trashy s**t — a claim that Bec denied to Chattr.

More recently, in the episode that aired on February 11th, Bec admitted to Gia’s face that she judged her in the red flag, green flag challenge.

Bec denies she had a PR team on MAFS

Bec has refuted Gia’s claims that she bought her own PR team onto MAFS, telling Chattr that her fellow bride’s claims are “completely false, yet again.”

“I don’t have a PR team,” she said. “I wish I did because you’re gonna see the best of me and the worst of me. And I think if I had a PR team, I don’t think that you would see me going off at dinner parties and acting quite abruptly at times. I don’t think you would see any of that.”

Bec said Gia’s accusations — from the “trashy s**t” comment to the PR team rumours — were the reason she says there’s no chance of a friendship between the two brides.

“There will not be another friendship at all. I mean, look, it’s a prime example, isn’t it? I’ve got a PR team, and I’ve called her a trashy s**t and all of that sort of stuff. It’s just completely non-factual. So why would I want that in my aura?”

Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 airs Sunday – Monday on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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Meet MAFS 2026’s Luke Fourniotis, the glass-half-full farmer from Victoria

by Sakara Bell

Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2026 is already in its second week, and one groom who is the most talked about so far is 30-year-old Luke Fourniotis, who would describe himself as someone who is spontaneous and is a glass-half-full kinda guy and is hoping that the MAFS experience will guide him to his future wife.

MAFS 2026 Bride and Groom, Luke and Mel
MAFS 2026 Bride and Groom, Mel & Luke. Image: Nine

Who is Luke Fourniotis and what does he do?

Luke Fourniotis, a 30-year-old groom from Victoria, who describes himself as someone who is willing to try something new and see the positive in everything. He is also a farmer, and while you might not guess it at first, he’s taken on the role of “man of the house” over the past few years. After his father passed away, Luke stepped up to run the family’s cattle property, carrying on the legacy and responsibilities that come with it.

Taking a peek at his Instagram, Luke has already racked up 11,300k followers in a short amount of time, making it clear he’s a fan favourite. Many MAFS fans are saying he should have gone on Farmer Wants a Wife instead. He seems to love the simple life, sunsets over wide-open fields, sheep grazing, and occasional videos featuring his beautiful mum filling up his feed. And after joining this MAFS experiment, he’s shaping up to be one of the most popular grooms of the season… though we’ll have to wait and see how it all unfolds!

https://www.instagram.com/lukefourn/

What kind of woman is Luke looking for and is he ready for comittment?

According to Luke’s official bio on Channel Nine, he’s only had one serious relationship, which ended shortly after his father passed away. Since then, he’s struggled to commit, with a dark cloud of loss hanging over him that’s held him back from finding love. Nonetheless, Luke has thrown himself into the MAFS experiment full steam ahead, hoping to find his wife, and maybe spark another iconic Will and Jessie-style love story. Whether that happens, of course, depends on whether the experts have paired him with an optimistic, energetic, and bubbly bride.

Who is Luke’s bride-to-be?

As we’re already deep in the MAFS trenches, it’s been confirmed that Luke’s bride-to-be is Mel Akbay, who’s on the hunt for her “blue man” and her happily-ever-after. But things didn’t exactly start smoothly for this couple. Mel was left at the altar when poor Luke forgot the wedding rings (he had one job!), and to make matters worse, he showed up chewing gum! As the episodes unfold, it seems red flags are flying from both sides. Will the experts step in and tell them to grow up and start again? Only time will tell!

Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 airs Sunday – Monday on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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I’m a Celebrity’s Barry calls out Cyrell and Bek’s nomination tantrums: ‘It’s the game’

by Danica Baker

I’m a Celebrity Australia 2026 descended into chaos this week after Luke Bateman and Dyson Heppell had to pick two campmates to be put up for elimination. They opted for Barry Williams and were tossing up between Bek Elmaloglou and Cyrell Paule, before deciding on the latter after a game of rock, paper, scissors.

Unsurprisingly, their choice wasn’t well received by Bek and Cyrell, who threw a tantrum after finding out. However, Barry Williams, who was ultimately eliminated by Luke and Dyson’s decision, told Chattr that while it was ‘good TV’, he couldn’t understand why the women were so upset.

“Everybody has their own way of looking at things. I can say it’s not my way of looking at things,” he explained.

“I mean, I’m seeing this, this argument about how they were selected. And nobody says, Well, wait a minute, Luke and Dyson — I was their go-to guy — and there was no paper-rock-scissors with me.

“They just went, ‘Yeah, Barry’. And I’m not going, ‘Oh, how could you do this to me? Oh, did you do this because you’re trying to get rid of me? Don’t you like me because I’m not an Aussie’, you know? It’s the game, it’s why we’re there.”

Who was Barry Williams closest to in camp?

Barry told Chattr that he absolutely loved his time in the jungle on I’m a Celebrity, and named two of his fellow campmates who he grew particularly close to.

“I think Gary Sweet and I had a very nice connection. I did enjoy Matt a lot, and all of them. But I think Matt is an absolute hoot, but Gary and I probably have the most in common.”

So is a flight to Sydney on the cards for the American star to catch up with his former castmates?

“I would absolutely love to,” he said. “I want to come and spend some time there, and then I’m going to take an extra few days and run down to New Zealand, because I’ve always wanted to do that.”

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I flew to the Gold Coast to cover the AACTA’s; this is what it’s like

by Sakara Bell

The Gold Coast runs on early mornings and ocean air. By 5am, locals are awake with the sun, coffee in hand, heading for the surf. Some call it the Queensland glow, but there’s something undeniably cinematic about it. And for Australia’s biggest night in film and television, The AACTA Awards, there couldn’t have been a more fitting backdrop.

Experiencing the Gold Coast and all it has to offer

I flew to the Gold Coast with Experience Gold Coast and Tourism Queensland to witness it all; the build-up, the red carpet, and experience all that the Gold Coast has to offer, in just a few days!

My base was The Langham, Gold Coast, perfectly positioned on the beachfront between Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach. Honestly, it might just be the best hotel I’ve ever stayed at. The Langham leans fully into coastal luxury; floor-to-ceiling ocean views, soft neutral interiors, and that quiet, polished calm that makes slipping into formalwear feel effortless, as if I was going to win an AACTA…(wishful thinking)! From the moment I arrived, it set the tone for the weekend: a perfect balance of indulgence and ease, right by the heart of the Gold Coast’s energy.

Recharge and reset in the hinterland

Just when I thought it couldn’t get any better, I arrived at SOL Elements at Mount Tamborine. Tucked into the rainforest, it’s a sanctuary of calm; Himalayan salt rooms, cold plunges, sound and sensory massages, everything designed to reset both body and mind. After the buzz of the Gold Coast’s beaches and city streets, it felt like stepping into another world, where the only thing on your agenda is slowing down and soaking it all in, and it was perfect right before we attended the red carpet! Morning tea at Tamborine Mountain Glades followed, where the air felt cooler, and the hinterland’s charm quietly asserted itself. The Gold Coast isn’t just high-rises and beaches; it’s layered.

SOL Elements

Then came the adrenaline, so if you’re an adrenaline junkie, this one’s for you

The Treetops Challenge is just a hop, skip and a jump from SOL Elements, which means you really get the best of both worlds (and the best of everything) when visiting the Gold Coast. Suspended high above the rainforest, the course is packed with zip lines, rope bridges, and obstacles that push you to your limits, all while offering some of the most breathtaking views you’ll find anywhere. It’s the kind of adventure that makes you feel alive in a way only the Gold Coast can.

Just when I’d tested my limits, it was time to unwind on a sunset cruise with The YOT Club, complete with beautiful canapés and drinks. As the sun dipped, the Gold Coast showed off in the way it does best, golden light glittering across the water, the skyline glowing against the horizon, and the coastline stretching endlessly into the distance. It was the perfect way to slow down, take it all in, and reflect on just how dynamic this beautiful city truly is.

Treetops and YOT

And then it was time for the main event: The AACTA Awards

Attending Australia’s biggest night in film and television is as high-energy as you’d expect. The red carpet buzzed with anticipation, cameras flashing, gowns catching the light, conversations layered over one another. Inside, the ceremony balanced glamour with genuine recognition of the industry’s creative depth. Established names were celebrated: Sarah Snook, who took out the AACTA Trailblazer Award; Baz Luhrmann; Brian Cox; and Phoebe Tonkin all graced the night, while emerging voices shone just as brightly. Jacob Elordi took home Best Lead Actor for Narrow Road to the Deep North, marking one of the evening’s standout moments. For a few hours, the focus was squarely on Australian storytelling, its talent, and the remarkable creativity driving the industry forward.

By the time the weekend drew to a close, it was clear the Gold Coast had delivered something special. From sunrise coffee on the beach to rainforest retreats, adrenaline-fuelled zip lines, golden-hour cruises, and the glittering red carpet of the AACTA’s, the city effortlessly balanced adventure, luxury, and world-class glamour. It’s a place where you can reset and recharge, push yourself out of your comfort zone, and witness Australia’s film and television industry at its most dazzling, all in the span of a single weekend. The Gold Coast isn’t just a backdrop for an awards night; it’s a destination that performs as spectacularly as the stars who walk its red carpet.

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MAFS’ Bec reveals if she used Ozempic for 35kg weight loss

by Rachel Choy

Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2026 bride Bec Zacharia has been open about her 35kg weight loss on the show, revealing she has insecurities about loose skin after such a big transformation. Of course, fans have been speculating that she used the medication Ozempic to drop such a large amount of weight.

Bec slams any Ozempic rumours and tells Chattr she used healthier methods as part of her transformation.

“I started on keto. I lost probably about 10kg doing keto, not fatty keto, not bacon and pork belly and stuff like that. I definitely, you know, was really regimented. It was really, really difficult,” Bec says.

“I started prioritising my food intake. I went to a therapist, I started working on my mind a lot, and then I went and got into Pilates. I got into weight training and walking 10,000 steps a day. I’m sure there’s people around the area that I live that will be able to back me up saying, ‘I see her walking her dog every single morning’.”

The MAFS bride also says she was prompted to lose weight due to health reasons, after an eye-opening conversation with her doctor had her worried about the future. Diabetes runs in Bec’s family, and she was the only person left on her mother’s side who hadn’t developed the disease.

“I was at my doctor, and he said that your BMI is huge, and you’re at a real risk of getting diabetes, and you need to change your lifestyle,” she reveals. “I am the only person in my family without diabetes, the only person on my mother’s side.”

Bec Zacharia weight loss on MAFS 2026
Bec before losing weight. Image: Nine

MAFS’ Bec hits back at rumours she ‘faked’ being ‘chubby’ with Photoshop

In a wild twist, Bec has also been faced with rumours she was “faking” her weight-loss story for TV. After an anonymous Reddit poster claimed Bec “photoshopped” her photos to make her look bigger, the bride responded.

“I’m more than willing to [show more] photos that you actually haven’t seen [if you need proof],” Bec told Chattr. “I very much was very, very large, and I went from 89 kilos to 54 now.”

The MAFS participant hasn’t seen the rumours floating around online, but said she thought it was “quite funny”.

“I have been really vulnerable, and I don’t think anyone would go on national TV watched by millions, 10s of millions of people around the world and say that I was overweight, and I’ve never felt beautiful [or] ever loved myself. I think that [would be] a weird thing to do, yeah,” she added.

Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 airs Sunday – Monday on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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MAFS’ Bec thinks Mel was ‘harsh’ towards Luke: ‘Didn’t give him a chance’

by Rachel Choy

Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2026 couple Mel Akbay and Luke Fourniotis seem doomed, and even their fellow cast members think so. From the beginning, Mel revealed she had the “ick” from Luke after he was chomping away at the altar on some chewing gum, and things only got worse.

From an awkward honeymoon when they seemed barely to speak, to a brutal photo ranking task where Mel placed Luke second after Grayson McIvor, the groom has since said his confidence has been knocked.

MAFS bride Bec Zacharia, who says she’s close friends with both Luke and Mel, tells Chattr she was shocked when she watched the episodes for the first time.

“Watching it back, it was quite confronting to see how little Mel was giving to Luke,” Bec says. “I understand her position in that she just didn’t feel it. But I also feel like she was quite harsh towards our farmer Luke.”

The bride claims Mel “didn’t really give him a chance”, and called her out for using jarring language before the Dinner Party.

“I think her demise was when she said, ‘You know, I’m looking forward to speaking to anyone other than Luke.’ I don’t think that represented her very well,” Bec adds.

Luke and Mel on MAFS 2026
You can feel the tension from here. Image: Nine

Insider claims Mel is getting a ‘bad edit’

However, an insider close to production has told Chattr Mel is simply a victim of a “bad edit”. There could be unaired scenes that we haven’t seen which is causing Mel to act this way.

“It’s so crazy to see her edit. If anyone was ever sick, Mel was the first to check in to make sure they were okay. If a bride needed support, Mel was the first to offer it,” the insider said.

“The hate is really hard for her. She hasn’t been watching MAFS because the hate is just so messed up. They’ve cut out everything that is the beauty of Mel and how everyone sees her.”

The source went on to claim that Luke was also to blame for their crumbling relationship.

“Luke really didn’t put in any effort as well. I mean, Mel admits to not putting in effort, but Luke didn’t either. He also spoke badly behind the scenes about her, so why would she give him another chance after that?” the insider alleged.

It will be interesting to see how Luke and Mel go at the first Commitment Ceremony. Will they Stay or Leave? We’ll have to wait and see.

Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 airs Sunday – Monday on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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Abbie Chatfield reveals whether parts of I’m a Celebrity are fake

by Reena Gupta

Is I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! even real? A healthy dose of scepticism recently came across Abbie Chatfield‘s desk, with the former winner assuring naysayers that the show is the real deal: the sleeping arrangements are uncomfortable, the food challenges are gross, and the boredom is palpable.

In a video posted to TikTok, Abbie makes it her mission to clap back at a non-believer who made the following statement: “Sorry, but you cannot convince me that the I‘m A Celebrity jungle is a real jungle and not just a TV set somewhere in Australia. There is no way 12 celebrities are sleeping in hammocks outside, I refuse to believe it, sorry.”

Abbie Chatfield
Abbie Chatfield winning I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here in 2021. Image: Ten

Describing the commenter as a “sookie la la”, Abbie responded: “I’m fighting for my life in the comments, because people don’t believe me when I say you do sleep outside.” She added that while some commenters were accusing her of lying because she had signed an NDA, she hadn’t signed any such agreement, going on to declare: “The world isn’t a conspiracy!”

“Guys, we sleep in hammocks outside, we actually only eat half a bowl of rice and beans,” she starts. “Unless it’s like, 50 degrees, when they give you like a popper because you feel like you’re about to faint,” she continued. “It is gnarly out there. Guys, please put some respect on everyone who is on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. It is so f**king hard.”

@abbiechatfield Replying to @Jojo ♬ original sound – Abbie Chatfield

Abbie Chatfield recalls her time on I’m A Celeb

Speaking more of her experience on the show, she said: “You’re so hungry, you’re so bored. You can’t sing because things are copyrighted… so you can’t distract yourself by singing. You have no writing materials. It is the weirdest show. It is so much fun though – I have done a lot of reality shows – It’s actually the fucking best. It’s great.”

The former contestant added that she actually has back issues and is seeing a physiotherapist due to “sitting on those logs all day, hunched over” and “sitting on a f**king bit of canvas”.

Notably, Abbie didn’t swat away the suggestion that the show is not filmed in a real jungle, and just a random TV set on the Gold Coast. So the jury may still be out on that one.

Stream I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here Australia 2026 on 10Play.

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MAFS insider spills on what Mel is really like: ‘Beautiful inside and out’

by Rachel Choy

Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2026 bride Mel Akbay is one of the most disliked cast members this year, with fans turning on her and supporting her jilted husband Luke Fourniotis. However, a production insider close to MAFS tells Chattr Mel is actually “beautiful inside and out”, but has suffered from a “bad edit”.

“It’s so crazy to see her edit. If anyone was ever sick, Mel was the first to check in to make sure they were okay. If a bride needed support, Mel was the first to offer it,” the insider says.

“The hate is really hard for her. She hasn’t been watching MAFS because the hate is just so messed up. They’ve cut out everything that is the beauty of Mel and how everyone sees her.”

The source adds that the cast are “heartbroken” for Mel because the edit she’s receiving isn’t anything like her in real life.

When one bride was feeling anxious, Mel was apparently her biggest support person. “Mel was the one on the phone making sure that she was okay,” the source says. “Literally had her back the whole time to check in and be that support for her, and really helped that bride through it.”

Mel and Luke at MAFS 2026 dinner party
Mel and Luke at the first Dinner Party. Image: Nine

Mel’s sweet moment during the Intruder wedding

While we are yet to see the Intruder wedding take place, the production insider notes that Mel went out of her way to make sure one of the intruder brides felt welcome.

“Mel ran up to the family of the bride and said, ‘This is my mobile number, if you ever need to contact me or anything, just to check in on how she’s going, I’m always there. I’ll be her support. I’ll look after her. It is a crazy journey, but I want to make sure that you know she’s supported in every way’,” the source spills.

“She’s so thoughtful and everything that makes Mel such a beautiful person has been edited out.”

While Luke has been getting a great edit, the insider adds that he also wasn’t trying to get to know Mel either.

“Luke really didn’t put in any effort as well. I mean, Mel admits to not putting in effort, but Luke didn’t either. He also spoke badly behind the scenes about her, so why would she give him another chance after that?” the source alleges.

Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 airs Sunday – Monday on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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Barry Williams reveals the real reason he was so upset over his I’m a Celebrity elimination

by Danica Baker

Fans were gutted after Barry Williams was sent home on Monday’s episode of I’m a Celebrity Australia 2026, and he appeared equally as upset by the outcome when he lost the tug-boat challenge.

In a post-elimination interview with Chattr, Barry explained he couldn’t get his head around the fact that he actually had to leave the jungle for good.

“I was so shocked that I was leaving, I was in denial,” he explained.

“I didn’t believe it. I thought something had gone wrong. I wanted to do another take, reset the cameras, and we’ll start again, and this time I’ll win,” he joked.

“I was genuinely shocked, surprised, because at no time ever did I think that I would not be coming into the final stages of this thing, I thought for sure it was just destined to be.

Barry added that he wholeheartedly enjoyed his time on I’m a Celebrity, which is why he was so disappointed over his elimination.

“I liked it. I liked the challenge. I liked the competition of it. I enjoyed the people, and I wanted to extend it. I was grateful,” he explained. “I went as far as I could, because everything would have been a bit repetitive. It just would have gotten more competitive. So I do feel that I got the full experience, but I liked it, and it was just cool to be doing.”

Barry with Concetta on I'm a Celebrity. Image: Ten
Barry with Concetta on I’m a Celebrity. Image: Ten

Barry believes he would have avoided elimination if it were up to a public vote

The Brady Bunch star added that while he has no hard feelings over his elimination, he does think he would have stuck around longer if it were up to a public vote.

“It’s a competition, it’s a game, and it goes the way that it goes, no matter what,” he said. “I think I would have [lasted longer], I certainly hope so. But, you know, that wasn’t to be.

“And I think the eliminations that we’ve seen so far are really kind of 50/50, they’re pretty, pretty equal. They don’t require as much physical stamina as you know other things, and so I think that’s pretty fair.”

I’m a Celebrity viewers overwhelmingly agreed with Barry that he would have lasted longer if the public had a say, with many sharing their disappointment over his elimination online.

“Not letting the public choose really sucks. Barry would still be in the jungle,” one person wrote. Another penned: “If it were us voting he would have been there to the end, he was a favourite.”

I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here airs Sunday to Wednesday on Channel 10 and 10Play.

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MAFS’ Bec breaks silence on Danny ‘checking out’ Gia at the Dinner Party

by Rachel Choy

The first Married At First Sight (MAFS) Dinner Party turned the drama up a notch. Bec Zacharia admitted to Rebecca Zukowski that rival Gia Fleur could be her husband Danny Hewitt’s type and then everything kicked off. Gia said in one of her interviews she believed Danny was checking her out, while Bec refused to speak on the matter.

However, Bec has since broken her silence and tells Chattr she doesn’t think Gia is Danny’s type after all.

“In that moment [when I was talking to Rebecca], I was just [thinking], ‘Oh, maybe she is [his type]’. You know, it was like an intrusive thought that just came out then and there. It wasn’t something that I had been sitting, stewing and thinking about,” Bec tells us.

“It was just a thought my mind had, and I said it, and it was obviously picked up and is now a big storyline.”

As for whether Danny was actually checking out Gia during the Dinner Party, Bec was surprised to see those claims.

“I watched that episode last night… for the first time,” Bec says. “I had no idea that [Gia had said that]. If I’m honest with you, it’s not something that I saw on the night.”

She adds that it was interesting that there was no footage of Danny looking at Gia, and says she doesn’t know if it took place or not.

“It’s not something that I clocked on that evening,” Bec says. “At the end of the day, I suppose, as you know there’s a rivalry between Gia and I… I can only presume that maybe that was going to help her case with our rivalry.”

MAFS 2026 dinner party Bec
Bec at the first MAFS Dinner Party. Image: Nine

Bec was upset by Danny’s Dinner Party reveal

The other major Dinner Party moment happened when Danny told the group he had a great friendship with Bec. Seeing as Bec has been so desperately fighting for his feelings to become romantic, this was shattering for the MAFS bride.

“It is difficult to hear that, because as I said before coming into this experiment, I really believed in it, and I was like, you know, I want this to work so much,” Bec spills.

“At that point, it’s difficult because you don’t want your romantic partner to call you your best friend. But at the same time, we had the most incredible honeymoon, and we did create like the strongest bond from it.”

And while Bec was upset during the Dinner Party, she now has clarity on that moment and can see where Danny was coming from. “Looking back on it and watching it [now], it didn’t hurt quite as much,” she reveals.

If you’re curious to know if Bec and Danny are still together, we have all the clues here. Otherwise, we’ll have to see what happens at the Commitment Ceremony.


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MAFS fans call for Luke to be rematched: ‘Deserves a new wife’

by Reena Gupta

After this season’s first Dinner Party episode, swathes of Married At First Sight (MAFS) fans are calling for Luke Fourniotis to be matched with a new bride… pronto! The 30-year-old farmer, who at times in last night’s episode looked to be on the cusp of tears, has attracted a wave of supporters who say his bride, Mel Akbay, isn’t being realistic when it comes to her expectations of getting “butterflies” and living out a “rom com”.

“Luke deserves to come back with a new wife”, reads a post that has amassed almost 200 likes in a MAFS Facebook Group. “I can’t stand her”, another viewer wrote in response. “I wish they’d give him another chance with someone else.” “I think Luke is a great guy – they need to rematch him, as she clearly doesn’t want to be with him [or] give him a real shot”, offered another.

In general, fans are incredibly supportive of Luke, with one commenting: “She’s so nasty to that lovely guy. He should get a trade-in”, and another: “I agree, if the experts don’t get her treating him better, then he should get a trade-in. She has put in exactly zero effort.” Given that he works on a farm, several fans have also suggested that Luke is a shoo-in for Farmer Wants A Wife.

David and Luke in MAFS 2026
David and Luke. Image: Nine

What is wrong with Luke and Mel’s marriage?

While Luke and Mel’s marriage did get off to a bad start, with Luke being late for their wedding and chewing gum at the altar, it’s not completely clear why the energy between the two is so bleak.

While it is possible that Mel has never gotten over the initial wedding fiasco enough to let Luke in, it’s also clear that Luke is not her type physically, with Mel having said that she is into men with the opposite features to her, which apparently translates to a guy with blond hair.

At last night’s dinner party, though, when pressed for details by the other brides about why she finds Luke so offputting, Mel struggled to describe the problem, saying only that Luke watches TV with the volume up really high. When a bride asked her if he turned down the TV when asked, Mel admitted that she’d never spoken up about it.

“What pissed me off and made my blood boil in last nights episode was that Mel was so bloody happy to see all the women and meet the guys and was very social towards them, and couldn’t even look at Luke, let alone speak or interact with him”, said another viewer. “I hope Luke gets another chance at romance.”

Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 airs Sunday – Wednesday on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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MAFS insider hits back at ‘fake’ Brook claims: ‘Chris is just jealous’

by Rachel Choy

Rumours have been swirling about Married At First Sight (MAFS) bride Brook Crompton over the past few days. In case you missed it, she apparently was with her ex during filming and is now pregnant. However, an insider closer to production says Brook split from her previous partner three months before MAFS started and wasn’t with him during the experiment.

In a spicier turn, the source claims it’s groom Chris Nield leaking these scandalous stories to the press because he was upset that Brook never fell for his fat-shaming charms.

“Chris is just jealous, feeling rejected and has been leaking fake information about Brook to tabloids, because he couldn’t understand why she didn’t like him and refused to kiss or touch him on the show,” the insider alleges to Chattr.

“She was not with her ex while filming happened, and had been split from him for three months prior to going on MAFS. Every single cast member knows that Brook wasn’t with her ex during filming.”

After the Courier Mail claimed Brook was pregnant due to seeing a baby bump, the insider says nothing has been confirmed about the pregnancy, and considering what we’ve seen on MAFS lately, it’s rude to be gossiping about a woman’s body.

“Considering how much blowback there has been from Chris’ fat-shaming comments, it’s wild to be speculating about the size of a woman’s body and announcing a pregnancy before it has been confirmed. As many other celebrities have said previously, it’s invasive and irresponsible,” the source adds.

Back in 2024, Lady Gaga had to dispel pregnancy rumours, and Taylor Swift came to her defence. “Can we all agree that it’s invasive and irresponsible to comment on a woman’s body. Gaga doesn’t owe anyone an explanation and neither does any woman,” she wrote.

Brook and Chris at the MAFS wedding
Chris and Brook at their MAFS wedding. Image: Nine.

Does Brook and Chris’ relationship survive MAFS?

It seems pretty certain that Brook and Chris aren’t on good terms, and it looks like this couple won’t make it past Final Vows.

In a previous interview with Chattr, Brook told us that she didn’t think Chris should have been cast on the show. “I think he should not have been allowed on that show. For the fact that there are young viewers, parents are watching it with their kids. What kind of role model are you showing, that you’re going to be putting someone on there who body-shames women in front of young children as well? I just think it’s just so wrong,” she said.,

“Who are you to think that that’s okay to go on Married at First Sight, and have a platform and speak about people like that? That is disgusting.”

Plus, when we asked Brook about her Valentine’s Day plans, she hinted that they wouldn’t include Chris.

“Let’s just say, I do have some beautiful plans with a beautiful non-fat shaming man,” Brook laughed.

Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 airs Sunday – Monday on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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MAFS’ fans react to Filip being pressured to drink alcohol at his wedding: ‘Very weird’

by Danica Baker

The final Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2026 wedding saw Filip and Stella tie the knot – much to the disappointment of Stella’s friends, who complained that Filip was only on the show to raise his profile.

Things then took a bizarre turn at the reception when one of Stella’s friends suggested a celebratory shot, despite Filip having just revealed he was sober. When he politely declined, Stella — and his own — friends piled criticism on him for not joining in.

“In Lithuanian weddings, we have this tradition,” Stella’s friend began. “So what we’re gonna do right now, we’re gonna drink vodka. Sprinkle some salt on the dark rye. Vodka represents joy, dark rye bread represents hardship, salt represents abundance, right? So, guys, drink your drinks.”

“I’m not doing that,” Filip responded.

“I don’t drink, that’s it, I just don’t do that, you know, and the reason why I don’t do that is that I tell people not to do it,” he responded, explaining that he promotes a sober lifestyle through his fitness program, where he encourages others to prioritise their health.

Although Stella quickly accepted that Filip didn’t want to drink, both her friends and his friends called him out on his choice and encouraged him to down the shot.

Stella and Filip at their wedding reception. Image: Nine.
Stella and Filip at their wedding reception. Image: Nine.

MAFS fans react to the vodka toast

The segment grew criticism from viewers, who thought it was in bad taste to try and “pressure” someone who’s chosen to be sober to drink alcohol.

“Good on Filip for sticking to his guns and not having the shot. I’m glad Stella seemed supportive and understanding… I hope it was genuine. No one should ever be pressured into drinking,” one person wrote. Another pointed out: “Trying to force someone who’s sober is very weird.”

A third user called out Filip’s own friend for encouraging him to drink, and pointed out that Stella’s mates didn’t know the circumstances surrounding his decision to be sober.

“Aren’t you guys supposed to be his mates? Why are you trying to force him to drink? And her family and friends don’t know if he’s a recovering alcoholic or something, and they’re trying to pressure him to drink,” they wrote.

Stella's friend Joe. Image: Nine.
Stella’s friend Joe. Image: Nine.

Some other viewers singled out Stella’s friend Joe, who continually called Filip out during the ceremony, and suggested that he joined MAFS for clout.

“Joe, you’re the red flag. Getting mad at someone for not wanting to drink is weird,” a user wrote.

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Meet fiery MAFS’ bride Stella, who has old-school values

by Danica Baker

Stella Mickunaite is a beauty technician from New South Wales who’s hoping to find the love of her life on Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026.

Although Stella has been fiercely independent her entire life, she’s now hoping to find a partner who’s happy to take the lead and step into a provider role — and she’s optimistic that MAFS might match her with exactly that kind of husband.

Here’s everything we know about Stella Mickunaite so far.

Where is MAFS’ Stella from?

Stella was born and raised in Lithuania, but moved to Australia nine years ago on her own with dreams of creating a perfect life.

According to her Channel 9 bio, it wasn’t an easy transition for her, as English wasn’t her first language and her support network was on the other side of the world. However, she was determined to make it work, and she did.

MAFS bride Stella. Image: Instagram.
MAFS bride Stella. Image: Instagram.

What is Stella looking for in a partner?

Stella is old-fashioned in her relationship values and sees herself in a nurturing role. In turn, she’s looking for a partner who’s ready to step up as the provider. She believes that when a partner is a protector for the family, it allows the woman to be a good mother.

She is looking for a man who’s ready to start a family, and one who will lead and make the decisions and has his life together.

Who is Stella paired with on MAFS?

Stella will be marrying Filip Gregov in the episode that airs on February 8. If you’re curious to know whether or not Filip and Stella are still together today, we have some spoilers for you. Otherwise, you’ll have to sit tight and see what happens on their honeymoon.

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MAFS 2026: Who is ‘serial dater’ groom Grayson McIvor?

by Rachel Choy

Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2026 is here, and with it, a brand new cast of reality TV hopefuls who likely want to gain some Instagram followers. Among the 2026 grooms is Grayson McIvor, the owner of a recruitment agency on the Gold Coast.

A source tells Chattr that he’s very well known by the ladies of the Gold Coast, which might not bode too well for his on-screen wife.

“He’s a serial dater,” the insider spills. “[He’s] been on the old Hinge for years.”

Below, here’s everything we know about Grayson, including who he’s matched with on MAFS 2026.

What does MAFS’ Grayson McIvor do for a job?

Grayson founded the AEON Recruitment and Advisory agency with his colleague Sam Burton. The company is based in Burleigh Heads, and provides services for both clients and candidates.

“Grayson founded AEON with the vision to offer premium recruitment advisory, underpinned by strategy,” the company website reads. “His long-standing list of satisfied repeat clients bears testament to his unrivalled ability to connect, influence and build trust.”

The MAFS groom previously worked in sales and marketing at Ray White, Belle Property and Burton and Ryan Property Agents, before becoming a recruitment specialist at Real Estate Recruitment Australia.

MAFS Groom Grayson. Image: Instagram.
MAFS Groom Grayson. Image: Instagram.

Grayson McIvor is a “genuinely supportive friend”

According to Daily Mail, friends of Grayson have described him as a “genuinely supportive friend”, while also noting he loves living a luxe life.

Insiders also told the publication that “his polished exterior could hide a more complex emotional side”. Intriguing!

Who is Grayson McIvor matched with on MAFS 2026?

Grayson is paired with Julia Vogl, the former celebrity reporter turned confidence coach. She also runs her own business, so perhaps these two could become the next power couple.

We might see them exchanging some business tips, or perhaps she’ll find out about his Hinge history. Time will tell!

MAFS 2026 premieres on Monday, February 2 at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now. 

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Meet MAFS groom Filip Gregov, who’s looking for a trad wife

by Danica Baker

Croatian-born Filip Gregov is old-fashioned in his approach to love, with traditional views on relationships, and he’s hoping to find a partner on Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 who shares those same values. Filip believes that men should be the providers, and that women should adopt the role of carer and mother.

He moved to Australia with his family when he was young, and he remains very close to them. He’s hoping to be matched with someone on MAFS who he can start a family.

What else do we know about this MAFS groom? Read on to see all the gossip we’ve found on Filip.

Filip loves having a healthy routine

Filip is passionate about working out and isn’t shy about a gym selfie, with his Instagram grid filled with fitness snaps.

He has a strict routine of waking up early, going to the gym, and having a three-minute cold shower every morning. According to his Channel 9 bio, if he accomplishes all of these things by 6am, he feels as if he’s ‘won the day’.

He has his own fitness website

Filip has his own fitness venture on the website Skool. Here, he works with his 94 members on their fitness goals.

While there’s not much information about his start-up, Gregov Fit, we have a feeling he’ll be shilling it on social media as MAFS 2026 airs, so stay tuned!

Where is MAFS’ Filip from?

He was born in Croatia, but moved to Australia when he was just two years old.

Who is Filip paired with on MAFS?

Filip will marry Fiery Lithuanian Stella Mickunaite during the episode that airs on February 8th. If you’re curious to know whether or not Filip and Stella are still together today, we have some spoilers for you. Otherwise, you’ll have to sit tight and see what happens on their honeymoon.

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MAFS’ Bec hits back at rumours she ‘faked’ being ‘chubby’ for TV with photoshop

by Rachel Choy

Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2026 bride Bec Zacharia has come under fire for “faking” her weight-loss story. Her big backstory on the show is that she had to learn how to love herself, do the work, and become comfortable in her own skin. Part of that journey included shedding 35 kilograms.

However, an anonymous poster on Reddit has made a wild claim that Bec “photoshopped” her before photos to look bigger. This rumour (which has not been verified by Chattr), has been discussed on the podcast MAFS Funny and published on Daily Mail, alongside plenty of conversation online. However, Bec tells Chattr it’s not true at all.

“I’m more than willing to [show more] photos that you actually haven’t seen [if you need proof],” Bec declares. “I very much was very, very large, and I went from 89 kilos to 54 now.”

The MAFS participant hasn’t seen the rumours floating around online, but says she thinks it’s “quite funny”.

“I have been really vulnerable, and I don’t think anyone would go on national TV watched by millions, 10s of millions of people around the world and say that I was overweight, and I’ve never felt beautiful [or] ever loved myself. I think that [would be] a weird thing to do, yeah,” she added.

Bec MAFS weight photoshop
A photo of Bec from the same holiday her ‘before’ photo was taken. Image: Instagram
Bec MAFS weight photoshop
A photo of Bec from the same holiday her ‘before’ photo was taken. Image: Instagram

Bec is currently locked in a vicious feud with bride Gia Fleur, and the pair will likely spawn Team Bec and Team Gia fans.

“I wouldn’t be surprised if there’s lot of bits and pieces that come out of the woodwork, in a sense of, you know, if people are Team Gia, I’m sure that there’s going to be a lot of people that have things to say about me,” the bride says.

“If they’re Team Bec, I’m sure there’s going to be a lot of people who have a lot of stuff to say about Gia. But I think if there’s one thing I’d like to get out there is that we’re all human beings, and we should just all be respectful of each other.”

What else did Redditors point out about Bec?

The original poster from Reddit claims to be a friend of somebody who knows Bec, and told viewers to look at the way the photo appeared to be distorted around the face.

“These two photos are taken [on] the exact same day, but the MAFS version has been photoshopped to make her bigger,” the anonymous poster claimed. “Just look at the hair, earrings and nails. Family and/or friends are involved, I’m obviously not gonna dox anyone.”

Bec MAFS weight photoshop
Image: Nine
Bec MAFS weight photoshop
Image: Reddit

“Other commenters have said there’s zero other Instagram photos she’s posted where she isn’t as skinny all the way back to 2012.”

Yikes, it sure seems messy. This might not be the last we hear of this saga!

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Meet MAFS groom Steve Powell, who flips pubs for a living

by Danica Baker

Every year, Married at First Sight (MAFS) tends to have one mature couple, and 50-year-old Steve Powell is this season’s groom!

Steve has been married before and has four daughters, and he’s hoping to find someone on MAFS to enjoy the rest of his life with.

Read on to find out everything we know about MAFS 2026’s groom, Steve Powell.

What happened to Steve’s last relationship?

Steve was previously married to the mother of his kids, but their relationship didn’t work out. In his Channel 9 bio, Steve admitted he was selfish in the past, putting his wants and needs above his partners, which led to the demise of his past relationships. 

Hopefully, Steve can learn from his mistakes and find a lasting connection on MAFS!

Steve. Image: Instagram.
Steve. Image: Instagram.

What is Steve looking for in a partner?

Steve considers himself a fashionable, cultured, good-time guy. He’s hoping to find a sociable woman who enjoys going out and the simple luxuries of life — and doesn’t mind sharing a drink or two with him.

He’s also hoping that MAFS will guide him to find true love again and help him meet his forever person.

Who is Steve paired with on MAFS?

Steve is paired with a 51-year-old Rebecca, who has a nineteen-year-old son called Austin. She’s looking for a man who is her equal, who oozes confidence and loves the finer things in life — which sounds a lot like Steve!

If you’re curious about whether Rebecca and Steve are still together in real life, head here. Otherwise, you’ll have to wait to find out what happens throughout the experiment.

Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 airs Monday – Thursday at 7:30pm this week on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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MAFS’ Bec claims Gia is a liar as feud rages on: ‘I rang production’

by Rachel Choy

We’re not even through the first week of Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2026, but there’s already a vicious feud brewing between Gia Fleur and Bec Zacharia. While Gia told Chattr yesterday that Bec called her a “trashy s**t” during the Hen’s night, Bec has disputed that account.

It’s a bit of a she-said vs she-said situation, but it’s always good to hear both sides.

“If I had said that Gia was a trashy s**t when I had just met her, like, come on. That would have been TV gold. That would be on TV. I don’t think there’d be any reason why production would take that out,” Bec tells us.

“I actually rang production after I [saw Gia’s claims], and I said, guys, I need to know if [there is footage of me saying this], because if [it exists], she deserves an apology from me.”

According to Bec, production assured her that the phrase wasn’t said or caught on camera. “It wasn’t said… I mean, it’s very difficult for me to walk up to Gia and say to her face, you’re a trashy s**t. I mean, that’s not who I am,” Bec claims.

“I think it would be a bit premature to make that assumption [about] someone before even getting to know them.”

Gia Fleur at MAFS 2026 hens party
Gia at the Hen’s party. Image: Nine

What really happened between Gia and Bec at the MAFS Hen’s party?

Bec admits she didn’t have the best vibe from Gia from the moment they met at the Hen’s party, which could be when their feud started.

“I did feel like she walked in with this sort of cockiness about her. And we sort of sat on opposite sides of the room the whole time, and it was just evident that we just weren’t each other’s people,” Bec declares.

“The way that she was sort of not engaging with Rachel, and Rachel was telling her a story, and yeah, it just didn’t align with me and who I am.”

The pair continued to give glares and side-eyed glances throughout the rest of the night, and the rest is history. Wonder what will happen when these two meet later at the first MAFS Dinner Party?

Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 airs Monday – Thursday at 7:30pm this week on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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