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MAFS’ Jacqui and Clint react to Jeff and Rhi’s shock split: ‘The truth always gets out’

It began with a suss Instagram post from Rhi Disljenkovic then suddenly Jeff Gobbels was no longer following his Married at First Sight (MAFS) match on Instagram.

Within a handful of hours, Rhi had unfollowed Jeff and they had both started deleting pictures of each other off their respective Instagrams. For anyone fluent in social media, this bizarre online activity spelled that the end was clearly nigh for the golden MAFS 2025 couple.

Like clockwork, Rhi and Jeff soon confirmed the split, but notably, they did so in separate Instagram Stories on June 2, 2026.

Rhi’s statement was an emotional one. She said she and Jeff had “decided to part ways” but “with a heavy heart”, calling it “one of the hardest decisions” she’d ever had to make. She added that she was grateful for the love they shared and the memories they created, thanked fans for supporting them, and asked for respect and understanding as they move forward.

Rhi's MAFS breakup statement
Source: Instagram.

Jeff’s statement was shorter and didn’t name Rhi directly. He wrote that, after a lot of thought, “my relationship has ended”, calling it “an incredibly difficult time” that he was trying to navigate as best he could.

He also said he was grateful for the memories and “genuine love” they shared, thanked fans for supporting the relationship, and asked for privacy.

Jeff's MAFS breakup statement
Source: Instagram.

It was a messy end to a messy beginning for the couple, who were matched on the 2025 season of Married at First Sight, only to realise at the altar that they had already dated. Thankfully, they took this in their stride, grew closer each week and quickly became the strongest couple of the season.

Jeff and Rhi were the only couple matched on MAFS 2025 who ended up dating after the experiment ended, but what about Jacqui Burfoot and Clint Rice, a 2025 bride and groom who got together after cameras stopped rolling?

They got engaged in April 2025 and were married in May 2026, and Jacqui and Clint had some thoughts to share with Chattr about being the last couple standing from their season.

Jacqui and Clint from MAFS respond to Jeff and Rhi’s breakup

Jacqui said she doesn’t want to compare the success of her relationship with Jeff and Rhi’s sudden split. “True happiness comes from within, and Clint and I have just been focused on building a life we love. When you’re genuinely content, you don’t need revenge or validation. That’s fact,” she said.

“We have bigger problems to fry and an even bigger future to plan than worrying about what other couples are up to or what people think.”

However, she did add that Rhi and Jeff might not have been as picture-perfect as how they came across on Married at First Sight in 2025. “As for Rhi and Jeff — MAFS edits are not real… they got a very good edit in comparison to what happened,” she said. “Their edit is likely because MAFS needs a success story. But I’ve learned to just let people believe what they want to believe,” Jacqui continued.

“Time has a way of revealing what’s real, and I think we’re all seeing that play out now – and it all links back to the MAFS UK situation – I think a reckoning is coming. I always advise everyone to wait and see. Time tells all. The truth always gets out.”

Jacqui is feeling blessed that she found her person in Clint. “Clint and I are just grateful we found someone genuine and trustworthy (who we could spend the rest of our lives with) out of it all — and we’re having way too much fun travelling, living life and planning a family to look back!”

Clint also shared some reflections with Chattr upon hearing that the former golden couple had called it quits. “It’s never nice seeing people break up, and I hope both Jeff and Rhi are doing okay,” he said.

“What is a little ironic is that some of the same people who were very vocal about labelling Jacqui and I [as] a PR stunt and questioning whether our relationship was real are no longer together themselves.”

Like Jacqui, Clint hinted that the MAFS 2025 stars weren’t who they claimed to be on camera. “There were a lot of comments made towards us that never made it to air, and viewers never saw the side of certain people that we did,” he said.

However, Clint doesn’t plan to dwell on the relationship status of other MAFS couples. “It’s never been about being the last couple standing. You would hope everyone goes into the experiment to find a genuine connection one way or another,” he said.

“The experiment was challenging, and so was recovering from it afterwards. But through all of that, Jacqui and I found something real and built a strong relationship together. We’re now married, building a life together, and that’s what matters most.”

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The detail in last night’s Masterchef elimination that got viewers fired up: ‘Stop the bullsh*t’

MasterChef Australia is heating up even more as we sprint towards the final weeks, but an overnight elimination challenge has divided viewers.

On Wednesday night’s MasterChef, five contestants were sent into a tense elimination where the more elevated the ingredients the contestants had to cook with, the less time they’d have to whip up something spectacular.

“Sadly, the journey will end for one of you today,” judge Jean-Christophe Novello told the nervous potential eliminees. Vinnie quickly played his immunity pin, telling the judges that “one in five is not great odds.”

This left Hannah, Lydia, Annabel and Alyona to duke it out in the elimination. Lydia and Annabel both selected the first box with onions, herbs and spices, which had the longest cooking time.

Annabel served up gnoccho fritto, which some viewers simply referred to as glorified ‘chips and dip’. Annabel herself admitted she “had a lot of regret about the avenue I went down”, revealing she wished that she had waited for a better assortment of produce with less cooking time.

Some viewers weren’t particularly stoked by Annabel’s efforts.

The judges were also less than impressed. “It just confuses me and I feel like Annabel is confused as well,” Andy Allen noted. “I would never cook this dish.”

In contrast, Lydia served up an onion tart, but sadly, the pastry wasn’t up to scratch as it was too crumbly. “I think she tried to fancy this up too much,” Poh Ling Yeow said. Andy said it was a “solid” idea, but the execution fell flat.

Ultimately, Lydia was sent packing. “This experience has been the most incredible thing I’ve ever experienced,” Lydia told the judges, as she wiped away tears.

Given the degree of difficulty of Lydia’s pastry, some viewers weren’t happy to see her go.

But alas, that’s the way the cookie (or onion tart) crumbles!

Who has been eliminated from MasterChef Australia so far?

MasterChef Australia 2026 has already said goodbye to a string of hopeful home cooks, with the pressure tests and elimination challenges quickly thinning out the kitchen.

So far, the eliminated contestants include Megs Steel, Jeff Lam, Belinda Gosden, Bella Di Conza, Alita Harvey-Rodriguez, Kanika Gadyok, Lucy Mansfield, Miin Wei Looi, Olaolu Olorunnimbe and Lydia Kamperos.

Megs was the first to leave after serving undercooked prawns, while Jeff’s pie pressure test ended his run. Belinda, Bella and Alita followed after dishes that didn’t quite hit the brief, including Bella’s flawed entremet and Alita’s ambitious dumpling lasagne.

Kanika was sent home during Around the World week, Lucy exited after a tricky Chou Farci pressure test, and Miin’s emotional farewell came after his duck dish missed key elements. Most recently, Olaolu and Lydia also left the kitchen, proving just how brutal this season is becoming.

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Where is MasterChef Australia filmed?

For more than a decade, viewers have watched contestants hustle around the iconic MasterChef Australia kitchen, but where exactly is it filmed?

Over the years, the famous kitchen has played host to hundreds of aspiring chefs, countless Mystery Box challenges and some seriously intense Pressure Tests. But despite being one of the most recognisable sets on Australian television, many fans have no idea where it’s actually located.

To find out more about where the show is filmed, as well as some more juicy behind the scenes tidbits about cooking in the MasterChef kitchen, read on.

Where is MasterChef Australia filmed?

Unlike most reality TV sets, which are set in Sydney, the MasterChef kitchen is actually in Melbourne and is a purpose-built studio at the Melbourne Showgrounds in Flemington.

MasterChef is filmed in Melbourne. The kitchen is housed in the heritage-listed Centenary Hall at the Melbourne Showgrounds, located in Ascot Vale,” Juan De La Cruz, who competed on the 2024 season, told Chattr.

The location has been used on the show for years, and it was confirmed that MasterChef Australia 2026 was filmed there after Meghan Markle was spotted entering the studio to film her cameo as a guest judge on the show.

But, MasterChef hasn’t always been filmed in Melbourne. The first four seasons — as well as Junior MasterChef, Celebrity MasterChef and MasterChef All-Stars — were all filmed in Alexandria in Sydney, up until the kitchen was sold in 2012, which is when the filming location switched states.

Juan on MasterChef
Juan in the MasterChef Australia kitchen. Image: Ten.

What is the MasterChef Australia kitchen like?

In an interview with Chattr, MasterChef Australia 2026 contestant Hannah Johnson revealed that cooking in the MasterChef kitchen is nothing like cooking a relaxed family dinner at home.

“It’s not like normal cooking. You don’t ever go in to a normal kitchen and have people yelling at you ‘Five minutes to go’ and have to run to your pantry and run and get equipment,” she explained.

“I get a lot of adrenaline after the cook, as soon as it finishes, my body is just filled with adrenaline, but it’s actually so inspiring at the same time, and so amazing to be able to like push yourself as much as you can and try and get better as fast as you can.”

Hannah said that having the opportunity to use top-of-the-line cooking equipment and appliances, and having instant access to whatever ingredient is needed, is an incredible experience for MasterChef contestants.

“All the appliances, I love being able to play with all the things. I do tend to have quite a lot of gadgets, and like your ice cream makers, any pressure cookers, and all those sorts of things and the pantry is very well stocked. It’s got all these incredible ingredients, and you’re not on a budget like you would be if you’re shopping for your family, so it’s like, I’m just gonna grab this. I would never have the chance to grab as many expensive ingredients,” she said.

“And then the plate wall — the first time I saw the plate wall I was like, oh, I’m drooling, to have just all these different plates and jugs, it was really cool. So the options are pretty amazing, where you get to pick from all the different things, and yeah, it’s pretty cool to have nearly anything you could want in a kitchen.”

Hannah Johnson and Annabel Lloyd outside the MasterChef kitchen. Image: Ten.
Hannah Johnson and Annabel Lloyd outside the MasterChef kitchen in the herb garden. Image: Ten.

Are there multiple MasterChef Australia filming locations?

There are! While the majority of the MasterChef Australia episodes are filmed on set in the Flemington kitchen, some are filmed on location.

In the past, there have been Service Challenge episodes at Queen Victoria Market, Asian street-food hall HWKR food centre, upscale Melbourne restaurant Society, Sydney pub Squire’s Landing, and outdoors at St Kilda Beach.

In recent seasons, the MasterChef Australia contestants have been going on overseas trips and filming a batch of international episodes. Those locations have included Hong Kong in MasterChef 2024, and in 2025 the top 8 went to Doha, Qatar.

Where do MasterChef Australia contestants stay?

Contestants don’t stay at the actual MasterChef Australia kitchen, but they’re not far from the action. Juan told Chattr the cast is housed just a short drive away.

“When we recorded Season 16, we stayed at serviced apartments in Docklands, where we had a shared common space between two contestants. Each one had a room and bathroom but we shared one kitchen with a living room. I was roomies with Johnathan and when he left, Darrsh moved with me.

“It gives us enough privacy to have our own space and also the social side of it, sharing common spaces. We also had a rooftop where we would get together to cook BBQs and share our practice dishes with the rest of the contestants.”

He explained that the contestants would get shuttled over to the filming location together before the cameras started rolling.

“A small bus would pick us up every morning with the friendliest drivers and it would take 20 minutes to get there.”

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MAFS’ Sam hits back at homophobia and Tyson: ‘Bullied with slurs’

Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2026 groom Sam Stanton has spoken out about homophobia after experiencing some awful moments in recent times. He shared a long video on Instagram addressed to Tyson Gordon and others who hold the same views, referencing how Tyson made homophobic comments on the show.

“Unfortunately, homophobia is back, and I’m running into it face to face more than I’d like to,” Sam began, before recounting uncomfortable moments. “Recently, at the butcher I experienced homophobia face-to-face, someone being bullied with slurs. I’ve been approached face-to-face on Oxford Street saying, ‘You’re not a gay c-bomb are you?’. Most famously, on the TV show, when I was up against that dude [Tyson].”

The MAFS contestant went on to say people shouldn’t be concerned about how he speaks up for his own rights, because he’s not taking away any rights from others. “It is me advocating for myself and my community, it’s got nothing to do with taking rights away from anybody else,” he added.

Sam decided to share this video as it is currently Pride Month in Australia, a time where the LGBTQIA+ community both celebrate and advocate for more rights.

“People in countries are still unsafe for just being themselves,” he said. “Put yourself in the shoes of someone who is in a country right now where it is illegal to simply just be themselves.”

He finished off by saying the community will continue to be “loud, proud” and “keep fighting for [their] rights”.

Sam Stanton on MAFS 2026
Sam on MAFS. Image: Nine

MAFS’ Sam praised on Instagram for his post

The comment section was flooded with comments, with some MAFS contestants supporting Sam.

“It’s hard to believe that in 2026 this is still happening. Everyone deserves to be loved, accepted, and free to be themselves. Love is love,” Rebecca Zukowski wrote.

“Proud of you always my sweet Sam. Love is love, the end,” added Bec Zacharia.

“Everyone is human, we all living our best, if your nature and intentions are good, orientation shouldn’t matter one bit,” added Ryan Donnelly.

Fans also shared their appreciation for Sam’s post, with one writing: “I just cannot understand homophobia, there is no logic behind it. Take up the space, nobody should receive hate for just being.”

“Sam, you are a beautiful human. It is not acceptable to be judged for any reason. Hate in any form is what we should be called out for,” another added.

“To me it’s sad that anyone cannot be accepted for who they are. It doesn’t matter what you believe, what lifestyle you have. Inside we are all the same, and what each of us want is to be loved and accepted for who we are, regardless of how we all differ,” a third remarked.

“I’m sorry Sam. Pride is a loud, proud riot, and needs to be. But that includes all of us, including allies, because it’s safer for me to be loud about this than many LGBTQI+ folk,” another commented.

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Perfect Match star Dave Hand scouted for Beast Games Season 3: ‘Blows my mind’

Now that Dave Hand has a dating Reality TV show win under his belt, after taking out Perfect Match Season 4 with Sophie Willet, he’s open to doing a more physical show, and Prime TV’s Beast Games actually came knocking at his door.

Beast Games is a large-scale reality competition show created by YouTube star Jimmy “MrBeast” Donaldson that sees contestants compete in gruelling, physical and mental challenges in the hope of winning the show, and taking home the multi-million dollar prize.

In an interview with Chattr, Dave said that he was excited when a casting producer from Beast Games approached him, but, unfortunately, it wasn’t meant to be.

“One of the producers from the show hit me up for Beast Games, and he’s like, I put you forward, and I had an interview with the EP’s and stuff, but I didn’t, I didn’t obviously get the call up, but that was exciting, like Beast Games would have been cool. You know, to even be put forward for it,” he said. “It blows my mind, the opportunities that are already coming my way, as the show’s finished.”

Dave added that he’s done with dating shows, but definitely isn’t closing the door to other reality TV show opportunities.

“There’s a few TV stuff, I’d love to do Survivor, or something more competitive, I think. I have to hang up the lip gloss on the dating shows, but I’m open to whatever. I’m still out here working [in my caulking business]. I’m not relying on anything. It’s just I get to do cool, cool stuff. And what a blessing it was to be able to do Perfect Match,” he said.

Dave said that once his reality TV days are behind him, he’d be interested in exploring a career in the media space.

“I’d love to get into radio or something like that. I’m a morning person, I can talk. I think that that’s something that I would like to eventually get into.”

Dave and Sophie on Perfect Match. Image: Netflix.
Dave and Sophie on Perfect Match. Image: Netflix.

Dave reveals what happened with Sophie after Perfect Match

Dave and Sophie won Perfect Match and scored a dream holiday to anywhere in the world, but by the time they jetted off to the Maldives a few months later, their relationship was already over.

Dave told Chattr that after filming wrapped, he and Sophie spent a day together in Mexico and ultimately decided not to put a label on their relationship because of the distance — Dave lives in Melbourne, and Sophie in the UK.

Dave and Sophie in the Maldives. Image: Supplied.
Dave and Sophie in the Maldives. Image: Supplied.

Then, when they arrived to the Maldives trip two months later, he and Sophie had a chat to officially define their relationship.

“We ended up obviously catching a flight together to the Maldives on a seaplane, and we sort of sat down the first day, and I just voiced how I felt. I’m like, ‘Look, I don’t want to lead you on — not lead you on, but like, be intimate this trip, and then we’re just going to separate, and go our separate ways again after it. I feel like that we’re in a good position, I respect you as a, as a friend and I’d love to keep that relationship as a friend and enjoy this trip together as friends’,” he shared.

“And she said, ‘I agree’, she goes, ‘I wasn’t sure what to say to have this conversation. I’m glad you brought it up on the first day.’” He added. “She agreed with everything I said. She thanked me for bringing it up.”

Out of the other five couples that made the finale, only one couple — Jimmy S and Alison — are loosely still connected romantically.

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Buckle up, because The Traitors Australia 2026 has a premiere date

The Traitors Australia is returning to our screens for 2026, and Channel 10 has released some juicy details about the devious reality TV show. Gretel Killeen, who is known for her time hosting Big Brother Australia and competing on the current season of The Amazing Race Australia, will replace Rodger Corser as host for The Traitors Australia 2026.

The Traitors is returning to 10 in 2026 with Aussie Legend Gretel Killeen as host! Dust off your cloaks, trusty Traitors, and prepare to bury the hatchet… in your closest ally’s back,” Channel 10 wrote on social media.

The Traitors Australia last aired in 2023 before it was put on hiatus. There was no winner, and Blake Willoughby, Sam McGlone, and Camille Chicheportiche walked away empty-handed with no prize money.

Below, here’s everything we know about The Traitors Australia 2026, including where it’s being filmed and who’s joining the cast.

When will The Traitors Australia Season 3 be released?

At this stage, while an exact date hasn’t been confiirmed, we do know that The Traitors Australia Season 3 will be hitting our screens in August 2026.

Is there a trailer for The Traitors Australia 2026?

There is, and it shows Gretel being the camp queen she is, alongside plenty of drama from the reality star contestants. Check it out for yourself below.

Which celebrities have been cast in The Traitors Australia 2026?

The Traitors Australia 2026 cast is stacked with some of the biggest names from the most popular shows in Australian reality TV history.

AJ Antonios (Australian Survivor), Alex Nation (The Bachelor Australia), Alvin Quah (MasterChef Australia) and Cam Merchant (Married at First Sight Australia) are joined by Claudia Bonifazio (Love Island Australia), Cosima De Vito (Australian Idol) and Gamble Breaux (The Real Housewives of Melbourne).

Henry Nicholson (Australian Survivor), Ian “Dicko” Dickson (Australian Idol), Josh and luke Packham (Love Island Australia), Keira Maguire (The Bachelor Australia), Kirby Bentley (Australian Survivor), Krissy Marsh (The Real Housewives of Sydney) and Kween Kong (RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under) and Lawson Mahoney (Made In Bondi) are also on the cast.

Rounding out the massive names are Manaaki Hoepo (Aussie Shore), Rachael Evren (Love Island Australia), Rhys Nicholson (RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under), Rob Farnham (musician), Shane Gould (Australian Survivor) and Tully Smyth (Big Brother Australia).

Kirby Bentley on Survivor: Australia v World
Kirby needs redemption after having her torch snuffed on Survivor: Australia v World.

Who is hosting The Traitors Australia 2026?

After rumours that Roger Corser would be replaced for the reinvented version of The Traitors Australia, Channel 10 announced Gretel Killeen as the new host on Sunday, September 28, 2025.

“As a writer and performer, I love a new experience and hosting the new Traitors gives me permission to explore an alternate version of myself in an imaginary place, full of challenging mischief,” Gretel said in a press release.

Channel 10 is equally as excited to have Gretel at the helm, with Vice President of Content at Paramount Australia, Tamara Simoneau, saying: “The Traitors format has fans obsessing over every twist and turn all over the world and it’s time we bring it back to Aussie screens with our very own version.

“There is no one better to bring it to life than the OG of groundbreaking, buzz-worthy reality shows, Gretel Killeen.”

Where will The Traitors Australia 2026 be filmed?

The production company behind The Traitors Australia 2026, South Pacific Pictures, confirmed that the new season will be filmed at the 150-year-old Claremont Castle, situated at the foot of Mt Horrible near Timaru in New Zealand. It’s the same location where The Traitors New Zealand is filmed.

“The New Zealand production industry benefits immensely when we shoot The Traitors on location in New Zealand. It’s a joy to witness our world class production team back in action!” Andrew Szusterman, Managing Director of SPP said.

“We love making this gripping and addictive format and now we’ve established The Traitors Southern Hemisphere hub, our goal is to continue making multiple versions of the show for years to come.”

The Traitors Australia location for 2026 Castle Claremont in Timaru New Zealand
The Traitors Australia location for 2026. Photo: Castle Claremont

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Channel 9 has removed Shark! from TV scheduling in wake of WA tragedy

Just when you thought Aussie reality TV had run out of ways to emotionally torment celebrities, along comes Shark! — a show that basically asks: “What if we sent famous people into shark-infested waters and called it reality TV?”

And honestly, this concept is inspired.

The new Channel 9 series drops six Australian celebrities into the crystal-clear but deeply terrifying waters of Bimini in the Bahamas, where they’re challenged to face their fears to swim with sharks.

But the new show has gotten off to a rocky start after the first two episodes were pulled from air in Western Australia in light of a shark attack off Rottnest Island two weeks ago, which took the life of 38-year-old father, Steven Mattaboni.

“Given recent events, we have made the decision to postpone the Perth broadcast premiere of Shark!” the spokesperson told Yahoo Lifestyle.

The series was supposed to be premiering in WA on Sunday, but 60 Minutes and a rerun of Live Aid: When Rock & Roll Took On the World aired instead.

In the premiere, one of the celebrities, Tammy Hembrow, had to abort her dive after she began lifting her legs and arms above the cage. “I was flailing around and screaming,” Tammy reflected afterwards. “I’m so dramatic.”

Among the brave — or possibly stitched-up — cast are two Gold Logie-winning TV icons: Home and Away legend Lynne McGranger and The Block host Scott Cam. Lynne, best known to generations of viewers as Irene Roberts, recently added Gold Logie winner to her already massive TV legacy, so naturally her next career move was… sharks.

Scott Cam, who won the Gold Logie in 2014, is also diving in, presumably after deciding renovating his and her bathrooms on a deadline was no longer stressful enough.

Shark! looks like exactly the kind of unhinged-but-watchable TV that Australia does best.

What is the Shark! TV show about?

Shark! is a new Australian reality-adventure series that sends six celebrities to Bimini in the Bahamas, which ICYMI: is a major shark-diving destination. The cast of celebrities face a series of underwater challenges, starting with cage dives before moving closer to open-water encounters.

It’s part fear test, part emotional journey, part shark conservation lesson and guaranteed to make you scream ‘arghhh shark!’.

Are the sharks real in Shark?

Yes, the sharks in Shark! are real. The show was filmed in Bimini, where the celebrities take part in guided shark encounters. This show is no joke: apart from the first caged swim, little separates them from the sharks.

Where and when can I watch Shark! in Australia?

Shark! premiered in Australia on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 7pm on Channel 9 and 9Now. The series continues on Monday, June 1, at 7:30pm, with episodes available to stream on 9Now.

Is Shark based on another international reality show?

Yes. Shark! is the Australian version of the UK format SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters.

The format was created by Plimsoll Productions, part of ITV Studios, and first debuted in the UK before being picked up by Australia’s Nine Network. ITV Studios Australia produced the local version for Channel 9.

Who is in the Shark! cast of celebrities?

The cast of Shark! is a pretty wild mix of Aussie celebrities, with six familiar faces trading red carpets, TV sets and sporting arenas for the shark-filled waters of Bimini in the Bahamas.

The lineup includes The Block host Scott Cam, Home and Away favourite Lynne McGranger, NRL legend Sam Thaiday and actor/former rugby league player Matt Nable.

Who is in the Shark! cast of celebrities?
Image: Nine.

Tammy Hembrow is one of the biggest names in the cast, mainly because fans are used to seeing her in their Instagram timelines and not thrown into the ocean. Tammy is one of Australia’s biggest influencers and this businesswoman brings a touch of virality to the show, making her one of the must-watch cast members.

Ariarne Titmus is another standout. As a four-time Olympic gold medallist, she’s obviously comfortable in water, but Shark! puts her in a very different kind of swim. Instead of racing in a pool, she’s facing one of her biggest fears: sharks.

Do they crown a winner on Shark?

Shark! doesn’t have traditional “winner” in the reality competition sense.

Nine describes it more as a fear-facing journey, where six celebrities are guided through increasingly intense shark encounters in Bimini, rather than a contest where someone is crowned champion.

The end goal is completing the shark-diving experience — not beating the other cast members. Wholesome!

Who are the guides on Shark?

Guiding the celebrities through Shark! are two people who seriously know their stuff: Paul de Gelder and Annie Guttridge.

Paul is an Australian shark attack survivor, former Navy clearance diver and shark conservation advocate, bringing both real-life experience and serious ocean expertise to the show.

Annie is a renowned shark researcher, conservationist and photographer who has spent years working closely with sharks. Together, they help the cast understand the animals, manage their fear and take on each challenge safely.

Basically, they’re there to make sure the celebrities learn that sharks are beautiful, misunderstood creatures — and not movie monsters.

Shark! airs on Sunday at 7.00pm and Monday at 7.30pm on Channel 9, with episodes available to stream on 9Now.

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MasterChef Australia: The most mysterious disappearances over the years

It’s been a delight to have MasterChef Australia back on our screens, but some fans have been wondering where contestant Jack Hosking has gotten to lately.

An early fave, Jack hasn’t been super present in the latest episodes. This isn’t the first time fans have noticed someone had gone missing. Last year, Pete Campbell was missing from Episode 3 and soon after, the judges announced he had left the competition.

This got Chattr thinking — have many MasterChef Australia contestants gone missing before? And if so, what happened? 

Let’s delve into all the strange disappearances that have happened throughout MasterChef Australia’s history.

Jack Hosking – Season 18

Jack Hosking on MasterChef Australia
Jack Hosking. Image: Ten.

Despite being an early favourite, Jack Hosking has seldom appeared on MasterChef Australia, with his edit becoming a running joke between fans that he’s barely given a second of screen time.

“Has anyone noticed how they have barely given ANY screen time to Jack this season, even though his dishes are actually good and technical? Really unfair to just focus on select people,” a popular Reddit post read.

Others online have predicted that this could mean that Jack goes far in the competition. “I feel like it’s a ‘winner/someone who goes really far into the competition’ edit,” wrote one Redditor.

Beau Cook – Season 17

Beau Cook on MasterChef
Beau Cook. Image: Ten.

While Beau Cook was technically on Season 17, he wasn’t shown in Episodes 4 and 5 of MasterChef 2025, and he took to Instagram to share his frustration.

After Episode 4, Ben shared a photo of his pasta dish, which was Pappardelle with a beef ragu.

Beau's Story. Image: Instagram.
Beau’s Story. Image: Instagram.

Then, after Episode 5 aired without Ben, he shared a text post about the dish he cooked for guest judge Peter Gilmore, and mentioned his lack of screentime.

Sarah Todd – Season 17

Sarah Todd on MasterChef.
Sarah Todd on MasterChef. Image: Ten.

Sarah Todd was missing from Episodes 4 and 5 of MasterChef Australia 2025.

However, the 2022 runner-up eventually came back on screens. At the start of Episode 4, Andy announced that Sarah was unwell and would automatically be put into the Pressure Cook where she faced off against Darrsh, Sav, and Ben in an Elimination Cook.

Pete Campbell — Season 17 

Pete Campbell MasterChef Australia
Pete Campbell. Image: 10

At the beginning of Episode 3 on MasterChef Australia: Back To Win, judge Andy Allen told the contestants why Pete Campbell was absent from the kitchen. 

“Due to personal reasons, Pete is unable to continue in the competition, and we wish him nothing but the best,” Andy said. 

Channel 10 and Pete later confirmed it was due to a cancer diagnosis that he needed to seek treatment for. 

“During production of MasterChef Australia: Back To Win, Pete Campbell received a diagnosis that required him to step away from the competition to focus on his health,” a MasterChef Australia spokesperson said. 

Savindri ‘Sav’ Perera — Season 16

Sav Perera smiles brightly, wearing a colorful top while standing in a fresh produce market
Sav Perera. Image: Instagram

During MasterChef Australia 2024, contestants were sent to Hong Kong for an epic immunity challenge and to learn from some top chefs in the foodie city.

However, Savindri ‘Sav’ Perera was missing, with many fans wondering what had happened.

Andy told the cooks Sav wouldn’t be joining them in Hong Kong due to “personal reasons”. 

“Look guys, unfortunately for some personal reasons, Sav won’t be able to join us this week, but we’ll be seeing her when we get back into the MasterChef kitchen,” he said. 

Sav addressed her absence on Instagram, saying: “Not being in HK with the rest of the guys wasn’t easy, but life happens and I am happy to be back in the MasterChef Australia kitchen after being thoroughly loved and supported by my loved ones in South Australia.”

“Thank you for everyone who checked in and thank you for respecting my privacy.”

Josh ‘Pezza’ Perry — Season 16

Josh Pezza Perry on MasterChef
Josh Perry. Image: 10

Season 16 seemed to have a bunch of mysterious absences, with Josh ‘Pezza’ Perry also skipping two challenges. It turned out he was ill and unable to compete.

“Josh Perry was unwell and absent from the MasterChef Australia kitchen for two challenges. As per competition protocol following a missed elimination challenge, Josh went straight into the next elimination challenge upon his return,” a Channel 10 spokesperson said.

Lourdes Leschen — Season 16

Lourdes Leschen MasterChef Australia
Lourdes Leschen. Image: 10

During a MasterChef Australia redemption cook involving previously eliminated contestants, there were two that didn’t show up. Lourdes Leschen was nowhere to be seen, and she told Yahoo! Lifestyle it was due to medical reasons. 

“I had an important surgery that was unable to be missed,” she explained.

Stephen Dennis — Season 16

Stephen Dennis MasterChef Australia
Stephen Dennis. Image: 10

Stephen Dennis also didn’t turn up for the MasterChef Australia redemption cook, and he shared the sad reason why.

“My mother is in hospital and is very unwell,” he told Yahoo! Lifestyle at the time. “My father passed away during Covid, so I need to support my mother and it would be unfair on my family to return to filming with this in mind.”

Rhiannon Anderson — Season 15

Rhiannon Anderson smiles in a hot pink shirt and white apron on MasterChef Australia 2025
Rhiannon Anderson. Image: 10

Near the prickly end of MasterChef Australia in 2023, fans were baffled when only four contestants took place in a final five immunity challenge.

Then-judge Melissa Leong sadly revealed that Rhiannon Anderson wouldn’t be taking part due to illness, putting her at a bit of a disadvantage.

“Unfortunately Rhiannon isn’t feeling well today so she won’t be joining us, which sadly also means she’s out of the running for the immunity challenge tomorrow,” she said at the time.

Alice Han, Antonio Cruz Vaamonde, Cath Collins, Declan Cleary, Jessica Perri, Larissa Sewell, Rhiannon Anderson and Theo Loizou — Season 15

Rhiannon also went missing during an earlier episode of MasterChef Australia 2023, alongside seven other cooks. Alice Han, Antonio Cruz Vaamonde, Cath Collins, Declan Cleary, Jessica Perri, Larissa Sewell, Theo Loizou and Rhiannon were absent from a challenge, which had to be altered due to Covid.

With half of the cast out sick, the challenge was split into two groups.

“Welcome to a brand new week in the MasterChef kitchen,” Melissa said. “As you can see, a couple more contestants are missing today. Covid strikes again. But, in lighter news, you guys have survived your first elimination!”

Brent Draper — Season 13

MasterChef Australia Brent Draper
Brent Draper. Image: 10

MasterChef Australia fans were sad to see Brent Draper disappear from Season 13, as he seemed like a strong competitor. 

He told late judge Jock Zonfrillo he was struggling with his mental health and needed to step away from the kitchen. 

“I just need to go home, sort my mental health out,” he said. “It’s affecting my cook, my sleep, just everything. I don’t want to [leave] but I think it’s the only thing [I can do] I think I’ve come to the point where that’s all that’s going to help me.”

However, Brent ended up coming back for MasterChef Australia Season 15 and walked away with the title and $250,000. We love a redemption story!

Ben Ungermann — Season 12

MasterChef Australia Ben Ungermann
Ben Ungermann. Image: 10

All of the previously eliminated MasterChef Australia: Back To Win 2020 contestants returned for the grand finale — except for Ben Ungermann and Brendan Pang. While Brendan was simply stopped by Western Australia’s Covid lockdown policies, Ben’s disappearance was due to a more sinister reason.

In February 2020, the MasterChef Australia contestant was accused of sexual assault and charged with two counts over an alleged encounter. He later admitted to common law assault against a 16-year-old girl in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, and he was given diversion. There was no recording of conviction or finding of guilt.

Production company Endemol Shine released a short statement at the time, saying: “We can confirm Ben Ungermann has left the MasterChef Australia competition. As this is a police matter, we will not be making further comment.”

We’ll have to wait and see if any contestants disappear from MasterChef Australia: Back To Win while it’s on. Hopefully it won’t be one of our favourites!

MasterChef Australia airs on Sunday at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.

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A popular internet theory claims one MasterChef contestant is being edited out

Early in this season of MasterChef Australia, Jack Hosking appeared to be one of the ones to beat. But lately, many fans have been wondering… umm, where is he?!

Jack has served up some showstopping dishes this season, including an especially delectable honey and thyme pannacotta with blood orange and Campari granita. However, in a popular post on the MasterChef subreddit, one fan is wondering why Jack is shown so little each episode compared to his cooking counterparts.

“Has anyone noticed how they have barely given ANY screen time to Jack this season, even though his dishes are actually good and technical? Really unfair to just focus on select people,” they said.

The post got a bunch of upvotes and most of the comments agreed with the sentiment that Jack was getting edited out of the final episodes. “I had the same thought. Barely seen in the show so far,” added another.

MasterChef fans on X have also clocked that Jack has barely been given a minute of screen time in recent weeks.

So, what gives? Is this a classic case of the reality TV trope of ‘contestant is about to be eliminated, so why show them at all?’ or is something else going on? Given Jack’s impressive cooking abilities, some fans believe he’s being set up to be the surprise winner.

“I feel like it’s a ‘winner/someone who goes really far into the competition’ edit,” wrote one theory. Another Redditor agreed with this theory. “In the year that Emilia [Jackson] won, she got hardly any airtime until very late in the competition,” they wrote.

This theory proved popular among the MasterChef fan community. “I think he’s getting a special edit because he becomes an underdog winner or something. He’ll appear more soon. I can sense it!”

Where is Jack on MasterChef Australia and is fan favourite getting less air time
Image: Ten.

That said, they weren’t all jumping on this bandwagon, as another stated that the show’s editors simply can’t fit everyone into every episode.

“Besides the fact that this happens every season, you understand these shows are pre-recorded in a batch, then produced/edited prior to launch? They have a narrative they run across the season,” they wrote.

“Who knows, maybe Jack is a top-three dark horse, he might get love in the back third of the series.”

Will Jack Hosking win MasterChef Australia?

Jack Hosking is shaping up as one of MasterChef Australia 2026’s quiet achievers. The South Australian cook has not dominated the edit yet, but he has impressed the judges with consistently strong dishes and a clear passion for food.

A huge fan of the show, Jack was already recreating MasterChef challenges at home as a child, including the famous snow egg when he was just 11.

His love of cooking comes from his Nan Shelly, who taught him in the kitchen and later inspired him through her cancer battle. Jack said, “I feel her energy whenever I step into the MasterChef kitchen,” and her reaction to his apron win was deeply emotional.

Jack also wants to encourage more young men to cook. Away from the kitchen, he is in a long-term relationship with Olivia, or Liv, and admitted filming was tough: “long distance has been incredibly hard”, as he described her as “my whole world”.

With links to former contestants, including Callum Hann, plus fan speculation calling him a ‘dark horse’, Jack is being tipped as a contestant who could go far.

MasterChef Australia airs Sunday 7pm and Monday and Tuesday at 7.30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.

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Fans think they know who gets shot on Home and Away

Home and Away has teased a devastating shooting coming up in Summer Bay, and fans think they know who gets shot. A press release for the episode teases that one resident of the Bay may take their last breath, hinting that the shooting could be fatal.

Recent episodes of Home and Away have seen an uptick in crime, and there’s been a string of break-ins in the lead-up to the dramatic shooting. Among those who have been presented as possible victims are Lacey (played by Sophea Pennington) — who discovered that the lock to the Summer Bay Fit gym was broken when she went to open up, meaning the culprit could still be inside — and Abigail (played by Hailey Pinto), who has strong ties to the Bay’s police department.

But, with Levi, Mackenzie, Mali, Eden, Cash, Abigail, Archie, Dana, Richie, Remi, Sonny, Justin, Leah, Tane, Harper, Alf, Roo, David, Jo and Lacey all featured in the promo for the shooting episode, it could be any of them.

Who do fans think gets shot on Home and Away?

In the promo trailer that teases the shooting, Jo and Lacey can be seen comforting each other at the hospital. Other clips show Mackenzie crying and Levi leaving in tears, suggesting that the shooting victim is neither of those four.

An eagle-eyed viewer pointed out exactly this, as well as some other clues she believes suggest that it’s Abigail who gets shot.

“I’d say Abby because it’s got Lacey crying (best friend), Richie looking upset (new boyfriend), Eden crying (sister), Levi crying (brother), and Marley upset (ex boyfriend). All of those [people] are going to be the most upset over Abby, Lacey wouldn’t be that upset over Mac or anything,” a fan wrote in a Facebook group.

Others agreed with the poster, with one writing, “Abs, bet that new copy did it.” Another penned: “I reckon it’s Abbie, cause majority of them are all in tears or cannot believe it.”

Mali and Abigail at Summer Bay. Image: Seven.
Mali and Abigail at Summer Bay. Image: Seven.

While the majority of fans believe it will be Abby that gets shot, some think that the promo is a decoy, and the characters’ crying are actually devastated because Mac loses her baby again.

“Mac [gets shot] I think. Probably lose the baby. Can NO ONE in this show be happy for more than 5 minutes. It has become the most depressing show,” one wrote.

“Mac loses the baby I’m thinking,” another wrote. “Hence why Abby, Eden, Mali etc all look upset and thinking it’s David as it shows Lacey and Jo in the hospital upset and David looks worse for wear in spoilers.”

A new character joins Summer Bay after the shooting

Channel Seven has announced that a new doctor, Amelia Carlisle (played by Nicole da Silva), will make her Home and Away debut shortly after the shooting takes place.

“In the aftermath of the shooting, new doctor Amelia Carlisle will make her highly anticipated entrance into the Bay, springing into action in a desperate race against the clock to save a life,” the press release reads.

Doctor Amelia on Home and Away. Image: Seven.

Nicole started filming her Home and Away scenes months ago, and told The West Australian that given her meteoric rise since Wentworth, it was practically impossible to keep her new role under wraps.

“In the early days of filming up at Palm Beach, I had fans come out of the woodwork, and I’d hear my name being called out (while on set),” she said.

“I tried to avoid their questions and the cameras, but unfortunately, there were whispers going around.”

Home and Away airs Monday — Thursday on Channel 7 and 7Plus.

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Everything to know about Farmer Wants a Wife host Natalie Gruzlewski

A new bunch of Farmers are looking for love on Farmer Wants a Wife (FWAW) 2026, and host Natalie Gruzlewski is back for the year’s season to help guide them on their journey to find love.

Beloved host Natalie took a hiatus from the series in 2023, but after returning in 2025, she’ll once again be back at the helm this year — and fans couldn’t be happier.

“Nat was the OG and cannot be replaced by anyone else. Her shoes are too big to fill,” one fan wrote on Instagram upon her return, while another commented: “Thank goodness wasn’t the same without Nat.”

Here’s more to know about FWAW 2026 host, Natalie.

Host of Farmer Wants a Wife 2025, Natalie Gruzlewski, smiles warmly in a patterned high-neck blouse while standing outdoors.
Natalie Gruzlewski. Image: Instagram

Natalie Gruzlewski’s hosting history on Farmer Wants a Wife

Natalie first took on the role of FWAW host on Channel 9 in 2007 for Season 1 and stayed until Season 8 in 2012, when it was axed by the network. In 2016, Nine revived the series for another season, which was hosted by Sam McClymont. However, the reboot lasted just one season before being cancelled once again.

In 2019, it was reported that Channel 7 had commissioned Farmer Wants a Wife, and confirmed that Natalie was returning as the host for the first season at the network airing in 2020 — marking the 10th Australian season for the franchise.

Natalie remained as the sole host of FWAW until 2024, when Samantha Armytage was brought on and joined her in a co-hosting role. The same set-up was repeated in 2025 — but Samantha predominantly hosted the series.

Then, after Sam announced she was stepping away in 2024, Channel 7 officially confirmed Natalie would once again lead the charge for 2025.

Natalie’s personal life outside of Farmer Wants a Wife

When she’s not playing cupid for farmers, Natalie is living her best life with husband Jack Ryan and their gorgeous daughter, Olivia. The couple married in a private ceremony in 2012, shortly before welcoming their daughter in early 2013.

During her time as co-host of FWAW, Natalie said she was enjoying the balance between work and family time.

“I’m a mum and, like most mums, I spend much more of my time – more of my life – driving her around,” she previously told Courier Mail. “That’s definitely changed from when I first started on Farmer when I was travelling more for my career.”

Natalie told the publication that when FWAW first started, she had “no idea how successful it would be.”

“But with the beautiful love stories and the connections, it has always struck [a chord] with the viewers … while the authenticity of Farmer hasn’t changed, my life certainly has these days.”

Before her FWAW days, Natalie was already becoming a familiar face on Aussie screens. She began her career as a news reporter and weather presenter for the Nine Network, before going on to host the travel series Getaway. Between seasons, she’s also fronted shows like Nine’s When Love Comes to Town and Australia’s Mega Cruise Ship.

Why did Samantha Armytage leave Farmer Wants a Wife?

In August 2024, Samantha Armytage announced that she was leaving Channel 7 after 21 years at the network – which meant she was walking away from her role as host of FWAW.

“It’s a little sad and it’s bittersweet, but the time has come,” Samantha told Daily Telegraphof her decision to leave the network.

“I leave with lots of goodwill in my heart and excitement about the future,” she added. “I’m big on instinct. I listen to my instinct. I know when the time comes. I am proud of the fact that I back myself enough to say, ‘I’ve done what I can do here’ and I move on.”

The TV personality told the publication that she knew it was time for something new, and implied that Channel 7 weren’t giving her enough work outside of her FWAW hosting duties.

Sam Armytage on Farmer Wants a Wife. Image: Seven.
Sam Armytage on Farmer Wants a Wife. Image: Seven.

“I came to this decision on my own, it’s about what I want to do with my life…I had to sit with myself here and ask, ‘What does my next 5 to 10 years look like?’.

“I was happy to do more. Farmer takes up six months of the year, so I had the time to do more but that wasn’t to be,” she said.

An insider at Seven network backed that sentiment, telling Yahoo Lifestyle that Sam decided to hang up her hat at Channel 7 because she wasn’t being offered more varied opportunities.

“Since Sam left Sunrise [in 2021] all they’ve really given her is Farmer,” the insider said. “She wants something gritty and real, not to be shafted into reality.

“Throughout her career, Sam’s travelled the world covering wars, natural disasters and the biggest stories of most people’s lifetimes and she misses the rush that comes with this and knowing she’s making a difference.”

Since wrapping up at Seven, Sam has gone on to host Channel 9’s The Golden Bachelor and has been filling in as host on the Today Show when panel members go on holiday.

Farmer Wants a Wife (FWAW) 2026 premieres on June 8 on Channel 7 and 7Plus.

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Farmer Wants A Wife 2026: Australia, meet your new farmers

Farmer Wants a Wife (FWAW) has one of the most impressive success rates of any dating show when it comes to finding lasting love, and this year, five Farmers are hoping to meet their soulmate.

Farmer Jarrad, Farmer Dylan, Farmer Alex, Farmer Jason and Farmer Zac are all opening their hearts and their farms in the hopes of finding a love story like, uh, Thomas and Clarette. Or maybeCorey and Keeley.

Read on to find out more about the Farmers hoping to find love on the upcoming season of FWAW 2026.

Meet the 2026 Farmer Wants A Wife Farmers

This season promises a mix of ages and locations for our Farmer Wants a Wife Farmers, with the eldest Farmer being 41 and the youngest, 24.

Let’s meet the FWAW’S hottest Farmers ever, whose love lives we’ll become obsessed with!

Farmer Jarrad, 41, Taylorville, South Australia

Farmer Jarrad on Farmer Wants A Wife 2026

Farmer Jarrad. Image: Seven

Jarradis an almond farmer who describes himself as a “caring and thoughtful” man. He is the proud dad of two young children, aged 12 and 9, and says he’s open to having more children in the future.

Farmer Dylan, 24, Cherry Gardens, South Australia

Farmer Dylan on Farmer Wants A Wife 2026

Farmer Dylan. Image: Seven

Dylan is a sheep farmer who describes himself as a “pretty cruisy fella” and is also a competitive rodeo cowboy who enjoys riding horses and chasing calves in his spare time. He’s looking for an assertive partner who knows what they want. Early prediction: Dylan will be one of the heartthrobs of the season, given the slow-mo motorbike rides his promo is showing.

Farmer Alex, 28, Kin Kin, Queensland

Farmer Alex on Farmer Wants A Wife 2026

Farmer Alex. Image: Seven

Another heartthrob, beef and mushroom farmer Alex, describes himself as a “nerd at heart” and is looking for someone artistic, fun, and a bit cheeky. While he wants kids one day, he’s warned future Ladies that he’s not going to be ready for them for a few more years.

Farmer Jason, 37, Coolabunia, Queensland

Farmer Jason on Farmer Wants A Wife 2026

Farmer Jason. Image: Seven

A dairy farmer from Queensland, Farmer Jason is a rodeo-loving, reformer pilates-going, netballer, who’s known as a gentle giant and is looking for someone fun, bubbly, and kind-hearted. He has two kids and would ideally have “maybe two or three more”, saying he doesn’t mind if his future partner already has kids.

Farmer Zac, 24, Forest Range, South Australia

Farmer Zac on Farmer Wants A Wife 2026

Farmer Zac. Image: Seven

Farmer Zac is an apple farmer who describes himself as a “big foodie” who loves to bake and cook. He describes himself as loyal and reliable and says he will bend over backwards for his future partner, saying he values important conversations, honest communication, and physical touch.

Who is Farmer John?

Each year, the Farmers for the following season are announced once the current season ends. From there, interested applicants apply for the Farmer they’re most keen on, and the pool is gradually whittled down until only those who make the cut remain.

Cattle Farmer John was originally shortlisted for the season, but he was the only one cut from being an original suitor on FWAW 2025. Will he show up later as an intruder? We’ll have to wait and see!

When does Farmer Wants a Wife 2026 air?

FWAW 2026 premieres on Channel 7 and 7Plus on Monday, June 8 at 7:30pm.

Who are the Farmer Wants a Wife 2026 Ladies?

There are 39 Ladies hoping to find true love on FWAW 2026. All the Farmers have a pool of eight Ladies to pick from, aside from Farmer Jason who has seven.

The Ladies ages range from 21 to 40 years old and among them are real estate agent, environmental scientist, and yoga teacher. You can find out more about the Ladies looking for love this season here.

Farmer Wants a Wife 2026 premieres on June 8 on Channel 7 and 7Plus.

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Gia is selling her MAFS wedding dress: ‘If you don’t like me, buy it to burn it’

Gia Fleur has decided to clear up some space in her wardrobe and sell her Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 wedding dress, with a portion of the profits going to charity.

The dress, which features a high split and an unattached bolero doesn’t actually have a brand name mentioned on the listing, but is priced at $2000 on Gia’s Depop, and she shared that she’ll be donating 30% of the profits to charity.

“I’m selling it because I don’t need the memories and it is sitting in a closet collecting dust, I want it to go to someone who genuinely likes the dress and wants to wear it at their wedding. Or burn it if they hate me, whatever works. Either way, 30% goes to charity,” Gia told Chattr about her decision to sell the dress.

Gia went into more detail in a TikTok video, saying she’s aware of the hate the dress received on social media when her wedding episode aired, but still hopes to sell it to raise money for charity (and herself).

“I am listing a new item on Depop. However, the new item is my Married at First Sight wedding dress that a lot of you fucking hate, so feel free to buy it and burn it or wear it. I mean, whatever you choose to do is up to you,” she said.

Gia went on to show elements of the dress close up and explained that it is a size 8, but best suited to someone who’s slightly smaller.

@giafleurofficial Depop link here let’s gooooo!!! #mafs #mafsaustralia #depop #weddingdress #mcmsleepattheg ♬ original sound – GIA FLEUR

“I recommend to buy this if you’re a six to eight, because I’m a six, but it’s adjustable at the back. But if you’re bigger than that, you’ll see all the back lines, and it won’t look as cute,” she said.

Gia then went through the condition of the dress and pointed out that she doesn’t really care what the buyer of the dress does with it, as long as they pay up.

“Here is the actual wedding dress itself. It’s not in too bad condition, considering I wore it at a f**king beach.

“If you don’t like me, buy it to burn it, make a little f**king hate Gia party. If you want to wear it to your wedding. I wish you all the very best of luck, and I’ll write you a sweet handwritten note,” she said.

What charity is Gia donating a portion of the profits from the sale of her MAFS dress to?

Gia has decided to donate 30% of the profits from the sale of her dress to MCM Sleep at The G, which will be about $600 if she gets her asking price.

“[The charity] is helping Melbourne homelessness, and I will be putting a link of them as well to donate if you feel you want to do that. I think you should. I think you should. Every dollar helps,” she said.

MCM Sleep at the G is a massive event where the public is invited to a one-night sleepover at the iconic MCG to help raise money for young people aged 12-24 who are experiencing homelessness in Victoria. If you’re interested in donating to the charity or attending the event, you can find out more here.

Stream Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 on 9Now.


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Meet the Farmer Wants A Wife 2026 ladies vying for the five farmers’ hearts

Love is in the country air as Australia’s favourite matchmaking series, Farmer Wants a Wife (FWAW), prepares for another heartwarming season on Channel 7 and 7plus.

Promising plenty of romance and petty drama, the 2026 season is slated to hit television screens on June 8, 2026. Longtime favourite host Natalie Gruzlewski returns to guide the singles through the highs and lows of country dating, famously teasing this year’s lineup as the “hottest farmers ever.”

This season spotlights five eligible Farmers spanning from South Australia to Queensland who are ready to trade solo farm life for a shot at happily ever after.

The 2026 lineup features Farmer Jarrad, a 41-year-old almond farmer from Taylorville, SA; Farmer Dylan, a 24-year-old sheep farmer and competitive rodeo cowboy from Cherry Gardens, SA; Farmer Zac, a 24-year-old apple orchardist from Forest Range, SA; Farmer Alex, a 28-year-old cattle and mushroom farmer from Kin Kin, QLD; and Farmer Jason, a 37-year-old dairy farmer and devoted dad from Coolabunia, QLD.

As these five men open their barn doors, what about the group of city slicker Ladies looking for love? So without further ado, meet ALL the Ladies competing for the hearts of the five Farmers this season.

Meet the Farmer Wants a Wife 2026 cast

Mushroom Farmer Alex’s Ladies on Farmer Wants A Wife 2026

Alicia, 25, NSW
Social service case worker

Farmer Wants A Wife Australia FWAW 2026 contestants and ladies

Meet Alicia, the Farmer Wants A Wife 2026 contestant who’s all about good vibes and deep connections. She describes herself as “dedicated to self-improvement and building meaningful relationships,” making her the ultimate catch for a farmer looking for the real deal.

Always ready with a smile, she says she brings “warmth and humour wherever I go” and is known for “making friends everywhere I travel.” But Alicia isn’t just about the fun times; she’s incredibly loyal, “showing up for others during their toughest times.”

Delia, 29, QLD
Registered nurse

Farmer Wants A Wife Australia FWAW 2026 contestants and ladies


Delia has a massive heart and a serious drive to do good. A nurse-turned-lawyer, she’s not your average bachelorette. She has “no interest in climbing the corporate ladder; I want to help people.”

Delia is “deeply caring” with a “strong sense of social justice,” previously working in public hospitals and now aiming to “work in legal aid or support asylum seekers.” Plus, she’s incredibly intuitive, sharing, “I’m very good at reading people and attuning to their needs.” She’s ready to bring that empathy to the farm!

Ebony, 24, VIC
Registered nurse

Farmer Wants A Wife Australia FWAW 2026 contestants and ladies

Say hello to Ebony, the Farmer Wants A Wife 2026 contestant who wears her heart right on her sleeve. With Ebony, what you see is exactly what you get. As she puts it, “You’ll never have to guess how I feel or what I think – my face will tell you, good or bad.”

She’s “honest and upfront by nature” and proudly admits, “I’m also a terrible liar.” When it comes to romance, she doesn’t play games: “When I’m interested in or dating someone, I’m 100% in.” This empathetic bachelorette definitely doesn’t “do things halfway!”

Eddy, 30, QLD
Lawyer

Farmer Wants A Wife Australia FWAW 2026 contestants and ladies

Eddy is a lawyer with a heart of gold. Eddy is all about full commitment, sharing, “My strong work ethic means I never half-do a job.” Whether it’s her career or romance, “When I set my mind to a task, I pour all my energy into achieving that goal.” Aside from being incredibly driven, this catch describes herself as “loyal, compassionate and always up for a good time.” She’s ready to bring that energy to the farm!

Gabbie, 27, VIC
Marketing manager

Farmer Wants A Wife Australia FWAW 2026 contestants and ladies

Meet Gabbie, the Farmer Wants A Wife 2026 contestant who balances marketing with a creative soul. She describes herself as an “introverted extrovert,” explaining, “I enjoy being out and about, but I also need time to reboot and reset.”

Gabbie is deeply caring, noting that if someone she loves is sad, “I don’t think twice about doing something to make them happy.” She also harbours a secret passion for poetry. “I love writing poems to express my emotions.”

Rachel , 25, VIC
Consultant

Farmer Wants A Wife Australia FWAW 2026 contestants and ladies

Get to know Rachel, the Farmer Wants A Wife consultant who is as driven as she is supportive. When it comes to her goals, she’s unstoppable, sharing, “when I see something I want for my future, I work tirelessly until I achieve it.”

But she’s also got a lighthearted side. Rachel notes, “My ability to make people laugh and brighten their day is something I value.” Ultimately, she’s “someone people can turn to, on good days or bad.”

Samara, 29, QLD
Ecologist

Farmer Wants A Wife Australia FWAW 2026 contestants and ladies

Samara is an ecologist who is all about spreading good vibes. This genuine catch describes herself as “driven, positive and loyal,” adding that she “genuinely care[s] about the people around me.”

When it comes to romance, Samara is the ultimate partner to have in your corner. She promises, “I’ll always be my partner’s biggest cheerleader,” because she truly believes “in building people up.” She’s ready to bring that positive energy to the farm!

Suzannah, 24, VIC
Event manager

Farmer Wants A Wife Australia FWAW 2026 contestants and ladies

Meet Suzannah, the Farmer Wants A Wife event manager who knows exactly who she is. This confident catch is “reliable, loving, loyal and supportive,” and she is incredibly flexible, sharing, “I am very adaptable. I can adjust and fit into any situation with ease.”

When it comes to relationships, she values transparency above all else, noting, “I believe in communicating openly no matter how easy or hard it may be.” Suzannah will “always make sure the people in my life know where I stand.”

South Australia Farmer Dylan’s Ladies on Farmer Wants A Wife 2026

Ally, 23, NSW
Chocolate shop assistant

Farmer Wants A Wife Australia FWAW 2026 contestants and ladies

Ally is a chocolate shop worker who brings a sweet vibe to the show. She describes herself as “outgoing” and someone who can “thrive in any social setting,” but she balances that with being “happy being independent.”

With a “positive, sunny disposition,” Ally is a natural “good team player” who looks for the best in everyone. She’s also incredibly understanding, sharing, “I’m very forgiving and always consider multiple perspectives.”

Jamie, 22, VIC
Track rider

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Meet Jamie, the Farmer Wants A Wife track rider who is as authentic as they come. She prides herself on being totally upfront, sharing, “I am always myself and I never lie.”

This self-proclaimed “major horse girl” is a natural organiser who is “the kind of person who makes things happen and love bringing people together.” She’s incredibly thoughtful, too, adding, “I enjoy planning and doing little things for the people who matter most to me.”

Kiara, 27, NSW
Private chef

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Say ‘yes, chef!’ to Kiara, the Farmer Wants A Wife private chef who is ready to cook up some romance. This passionate catch describes herself as “loyal, independent and driven,” adding that “once I set my mind or heart to something, I’m deeply committed.”

Kiara is also “creative and love[s] bringing ideas to life.” Whether that’s “through cooking, trying new things, or building something from scratch with a partner,” she is ready to serve up 100 percent commitment on the farm!

Lily, 28, QLD
Wildlife vet tech

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Meet Lily, the Farmer Wants A Wife wildlife vet tech who is as cool as a cucumber. She’s “a hard worker with a great sense of humour” who is incredibly “proud of the career I’ve built in wildlife medicine.”

Lily is a natural when it comes to forming bonds, noting she has “a natural ability to connect with both people and animals.” Plus, she’s perfect for the unpredictable farm life because she knows how to “stay calm under pressure.”

Renae, 23, VIC
Retail store manager

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Renae is a retail store manager who is fiercely protective of her inner circle. She is “a loyal and honest person,” who will “always stand up for people I love.”

Renae isn’t afraid of a challenge either, sharing, “I’m willing to step out of my comfort zone and try new things.” Creatively, she loves “expressing myself through all kinds of art, whether it’s painting, crocheting or dancing.”

Rhianna, 24, VIC
Health support worker

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Rhianna is a health support worker who is as down-to-earth as they come. This self-described “honest, resilient, empathetic and easygoing” contestant isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty.

Growing up around her brother and his mates, she “used to ride motorbikes and everything,” meaning she “can chat with the boys.” Rhianna is keeping it real, playfully adding she’s “maybe a bit bogan sometimes, haha!”

Scarlett, 22, VIC
Polo player

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Scarlett brings some serious star power to the field. This unique catch reveals, “I play horse polo in Australia – which not many girls can say they do,” and she’s “even writing a book about it!”

Beyond her cool hobbies, Scarlett has a massive heart. She can easily “see things from anyone’s perspective,” adding she’s “truly kind” and “too considerate.”

Tennille, 24, SA
Pilates/movement instructor

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Pilates princess Tenille describes herself as “empathetic, full of energy and can talk to anyone about anything.” This vibrant bachelorette is incredibly grounded, noting, “I’m authentic and place a high importance on honesty.”

When it comes to relationships, Tenille strikes the perfect balance for farm life: she “love[s] genuine connection” but is totally independent, too, adding that she “also value[s] personal space.”

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Brodie, 33, NSW
Primary school teacher

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Meet Brodie, the Farmer Wants A Wife primary school teacher who is “bubbly, energetic and a high achiever.” She’s incredibly versatile in conversation, sharing, “I can hold conversations about the most trivial silly things, as easily as I can delve into the deepest intricacies of the world.” This fun-loving contestant doesn’t take herself too seriously either, proudly adding, “I am also good at laughing at myself.” She’s a true bright spark!

Cara, 33, QLD
Paralegal

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Cara is a paralegal who describes herself as “caring, charismatic and I like to think I’m a bit funny.” This grounded catch is “very proud of my patience and my strength,” noting they are the “two qualities that get me through tough times.” Cara isn’t afraid to be goofy either, admitting, “I can be a bit of a dork at times.” She just needs a farmer who “understands my sense of humour!”

Carly, 31, NSW
Fertility nurse

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Carly is a fertility nurse who is as tough as she is sweet. She genuinely has “a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone.”

Carly is also “extremely resilient” and takes a positive “glass-half-full approach to life.” She is bound to bring plenty of laughs to the farm, sharing, “I have a dry sense of humour and love to make light of things.”

Georgia, 30 , NSW
General manager for kids’ entertainment

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Meet Georgia, the Farmer Wants A Wife kids entertainment manager who brings pure positivity. This upbeat contestant is “extremely laid-back and open” and a fantastic listener. She shares, “I love meeting new people and listening to them without judgement,” adding, “I genuinely find so many people interesting.” Georgia is also “very positive and optimistic,” always ready for farm life because she “can find the good in most situations.”

Hannah, 40, QLD
Pilates instructor

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Hannah is a pilates instructor who is “free-spirited, intuitive, caring and happy-go-lucky.” This vibrant bachelorette is “very comfortable in my own skin,” but she definitely has a playful side.

Hannah proudly admits, “I’m a bit quirky and can do a variety of accents.” She’ll certainly bring some laughs to the farm, jokingly adding, “I do a good chicken impersonation (even my dog is convinced!).”

Kristy, 37, QLD
Yoga teacher

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Meet Kristy, the Farmer Wants A Wife yoga teacher who “always looks for joy and the positives in life.” This vibrant contestant is “young at heart and can make most people laugh.”

She’s also incredibly grounded and approachable, sharing that she is “easy to talk to and make[s] others feel seen.” Kristy isn’t afraid to be vulnerable either, noting, “I wear my heart on my sleeve and I am never afraid to look a little silly.”

Kyiah, 32, QLD
Social worker

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Kyiah is a social worker who is completely grounded. She lives her life with “strong values and morals,” aiming to approach everything with “honesty, integrity and an open mind.”

Kyiah is completely secure in herself, sharing, “I’m independent and perfectly happy on my own.” However, she is totally ready to find love on the land, adding, “I’d love to find someone to share my happy life with.”

Yvonne, 31, QLD
Case manager

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Yvonne is a case manager who has “a big heart and a great sense of humour.” She loves bringing joy to others, sharing, “I can make people feel loved and make them laugh at the same time.”

Yvonne describes herself as a “natural nurturer,” but she’s also “adventurous and love[s] trying new things.” This “grounded, genuine” contestant is fully committed to love, promising to “always give my all.”

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Bene, 31, QLD
Customer service

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Bene is a customer service worker who is “fiercely loyal, quick-witted and never afraid to get my hands dirty.” She strikes the ultimate balance for country life, “being nurturing and affectionate with being independent and strong.”

Bene is all about bringing the energy, sharing, “I love making people laugh.” She is “quick on my feet and know[s] how to turn even the most ordinary day into something fun.”

Beth, 28, WA
Vet

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Beth is a vet who prides herself on being “equal parts straight shooter and big heart.” Perfect for the land, she is “down-to-earth, genuine and approachable.”

Beth is sure to keep her farmer entertained, sharing, “I’ve got a wicked sense of humour and a smart mouth (in the best way).” She’s great in a crisis, too, knowing how to “make people laugh even when life gets messy.”

Britt, 30, NSW
Administration

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Meet Britt, the Farmer Wants A Wife administrative worker who says, “I don’t quit easily and I’m very protective of the people I love.” This upbeat bachelorette has “a gentle heart” and a playful side.

Britt admits, “I crack a lot of jokes (mostly bad dad jokes!) and I like to think I have a great sense of humour.” She is also active, sharing, “I enjoy sports, love doing Pilates and never say no to a round of golf.”

Jessica, 36, NSW
Health and wellbeing coordinator

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Jessica is a health and wellbeing coordinator who is “approachable and outgoing” and “always looking for fun and adventure.” But she loves a cozy night in, too, being “just as happy at home watching a scary movie with pizza.”

She has just one burning question about country life: “Does Uber Eats exist out at the farm?” If it doesn’t, she promises, “I can cook pasta really well. I make a mean bolognese!”

Jessie, 36, WA
Administrator

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Jessie is “an old soul” who is “resilient and kind.” She is perfect for the country, sharing, “I’m extremely versatile too; I feel just as comfortable with no makeup in a pair of boots covered in dirt as I do in heels.”

This city-slicker turned country-bachelorette is also “a big animal lover,” enthusiastically adding, “you can bet I’ll spend all day hugging those cows.”

Logan, 28, NSW
Customer experience officer

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Say howdy to Logan, the Farmer Wants A Wife customer experience officer who is a “small-town girl who’s into footy.” She is “genuine and reliable,” sharing, “I’m the kind of person who always shows up for people.”

Logan is also delightfully down-to-earth, warning, “clumsy is my middle name, and I never hesitate to laugh at myself.” She keeps things bright with a “cheeky sense of humour that keeps things light and fun.”

Poppy, 31, QLD
Business development manager

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Poppy is a business development manager who is “incredibly open-minded and adventurous.” She’s looking for a genuine connection, sharing, “I truly value kindness, loyalty and a good laugh.”

Poppy is also “passionate about the outdoors, especially horses,” making her a perfect fit for farm life. In fact, she might be the ultimate farm hand, jokingly asking, “Is it weird that I actually enjoy mucking out stables?” Poppy, I think you came to the right show!

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Chelsea, 21, SA
Cabin crew

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Chelsea is a cabin crew member who is “full of energy, loyal to the core and always the one to bring fun into any room.” This bubbly bachelorette describes herself as “goofy and playful, but also super caring.”

Chelsea is looking for a genuine connection and is ready to commit to farm life, sharing that she is “deeply committed to the people I love.” When it comes to romance, “I don’t do anything halfway – when I’m in, I’m all in.”

Grace, 25, QLD
Environmental scientist

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Grace is a woman of multitudes: she’s an environmental scientist who describes herself as “the life of the party with a heart full of adventure.” She is completely fearless, sharing, “I recently solo travelled around Australia in my van, so adventure is definitely high on my priority list.”

Grace is ready to bring her bright energy to the farm, telling her future partner, “If you’re looking for someone fun, fearless and fiercely loyal, that’s me in a nutshell.”

Holly, 21, QLD
Teacher’s aide

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Holly is a teacher’s aide who lives for fitness. She reveals, “Sport is a huge part of who I am.” This athletic bachelorette has “played netball since I was four” and even “competed at a semi-professional level.”

Lately, she has “jumped into AFL, and I absolutely love the challenge.” Holly is ready for farm life, sharing, “Being active keeps me grounded, whether it’s a run, gym session or game day.”

Jess, 23, NSW
NGO worker

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Jess is an NGO worker who is deeply “family-orientated” after growing up in a big household. She shares, “I’m a twin and have a really close relationship with my brother.”

Jess originally had different plans, explaining, “I was set on playing college basketball until an ACL injury changed that dream.” She healed through creativity, adding, “I turned to music to help me process everything. Music is now a huge part of my life. I’m a folk-rock musician.”

Jessica, 25, NSW
Dietitian

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Not to get mixed up with Jess (that won’t get confusing at all!) Jessica is a dietitian who is “fun, goofy and loyal to the core.” She loves connecting with others, sharing, “My friends would say I’m the one who brings people together.”

While she loves a laugh, she also has a softer side. She explains, “Underneath my playful side, I’m deeply empathetic, caring and passionate.” For Jessica, it’s all about heart, noting, “I value connection, kindness and making sure everyone feels seen and supported.”

Maya, 22, VIC
Medical receptionist

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Maya is a medical receptionist who gives everything her “full energy, whether that’s learning a new skill or falling in love.” She is incredibly self-motivated, sharing, “I’ve taught myself latte art, piano chords and even how to paint with watercolours, all from YouTube!”

Maya is ready to bring that passion to the farm. She adds, “When I care, I go all in… I’m proud of how much heart I put into it.”

Mieke, 22
Flight attendant

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Say ‘all aboard’ to Mieke, the Farmer Wants A Wife flight attendant who is “a bit glam but super down-to-earth.” This bubbly bachelorette describes herself as “a total chatterbox with a big heart.”

She knows what she wants on the farm, sharing, “I might only be 22, but I’ve got my head screwed on.” Mieke is ready to bring good vibes, adding, “I’ll always be the person who lifts the mood and brings comfort when it’s needed most.”

Miranda, 21, QLD
Real estate

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Meet Miranda, the Farmer Wants A Wife real estate professional who is “ambitious, spontaneous and always up for something new.” Whether it’s “baking, hiking or even learning a new language,” she dives right in.

She brings plenty of dedication to the farm, sharing, “I swam competitively for 15 years, which taught me discipline and resilience.” Miranda is “confident, open-minded” and aims to “love making the people around me feel special and seen.”

These Farmers are some lucky gents!

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Are Perfect Match’s Demari and Marissa still together?

It didn’t take long for Demari Davis and Marissa George to emerge as the first strong couple on Perfect Match Season 4 — and they quickly adopted a mentor role for the rest of the season.

The couple, who partnered up on the first day, clearly positioned themselves as the mum and dad of the Perfect Match villa, dishing out advice to other contestants. But while their connection was the longest lasting in the house, did their relationship go the distance once filming wrapped?

Read on to find out everything we know about Perfect Match‘s Demari and Marissa’s relationship status.

Are Demari and Marissa still together after the show?

Not only are Demari and Marissa not together since Perfect Match finished filming, but she’s actually gone and gotten married to someone else!

After leaving Mexico, Demari and Marissa decided to be just friends, and Marissa rekindled a relationship with her ex D. Johnson that same month, who she’d been dating on and off since 2013. D proposed in February and the couple tied the knot in March.

“The day I said ‘I do,’ I felt this immense responsibility in the most beautiful way. Not pressure, but clarity. Like, this is serious. This is real partnership. I can’t play games and I don’t want to,” she told People Magazine. “It’s not that I didn’t take past relationships seriously, but I honestly don’t think I fully understood what a healthy love was supposed to feel like until now. And once you experience a love that feels peaceful, grounding, safe, and freeing all at once, it completely changes you.”

It looks like there are no hard feelings between Demari and Marissa either, as Demari sent his well wishes in the comments section of Marissa’s wedding announcement. “Congratulations, wishing you the best,” he wrote alongside a brown heart emoji and some clinking champagne glasses.

What’s happened between Marissa George and Demari Davis’ so far on Perfect Match Season 4?

Demari was previously on Netflix’s Too Hot To Handle Season 6 where he coupled up with Bri Balram at the beginning of the season and the couple went on to win the show and continued to date for about seven months post-filming.

Marissa and Demari’s reality TV pairing kicked off in a similar way, despite the fact that Demari had multiple women after him in the first challenge, he only had eyes for Marissa.

“Demari, Demari, Demari, you’re mine, case closed, that’s it. I mean, look at him, God he’s beautiful, and our connection was instant,” she said in a producer-led interview.

Marissa matched early with Demari after a poolside chat, and the couple headed off to their private room to let the rest of the couples figure out who they’d be matching with.

While the couple appeared to have relatively smooth sailing for the first few episodes of the show, their romantic connection was thrown into jeopardy in episode 5 when they had a bizarre fight when Demari told Marissa she made him feel like he could be himself.

“Of course, he likes me because I made him feel good, or because I make him a better person,” Marissa remarked. “In this very moment, it made me think about past things I’ve heard before, where it’s like, someone liked me for what I could give them, or provide for them and not really liked me.”

After that, the couple spiralled into a string of explosive fights during the final episodes. But despite the drama, they stayed together and made it to the finale as a couple.

Demari and Marissa in the heated exchange. Image: Netflix.
Demari and Marissa in the heated exchange. Image: Netflix.

Dave hints that Marissa and Demari had a game plan to win Perfect Match

Any dedicated reality TV fan knows that the couples who come out strong early, and have enough time for viewers to invest in their relationship, are usually the ones who go on to win the show. Demari and Marissa certainly fit that mould — and their brief wobble in episode 5 may have only strengthened their storyline, giving viewers even more reason to root for them.

So, was it all part of a carefully crafted strategy to tick every box of a popular reality TV couple? Perfect Match‘s Dave Hand hinted that it could very well have be.

“I think those two might have had a conversation early on about, you know, trying to stick it out, or staying together the whole way. Because, you know, there was a bit of bits of ups and downs, but they were very solid when they were there. They didn’t really venture off their track, you know,” he told Chattr.

“Then you’ve got, me, on the other hand, who was like, swerving and going anywhere, really. I’m like, you guys were here to have fun and get to find your perfect match. You’re just staying with the one person. You could have stayed home and added her on Tinder. I don’t know, I feel like they were, had something going on.”

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Are Ally and Jimmy from Netflix’s Perfect Match still together?

Netflix’s hit reality dating series Perfect Match returned for a wild fourth season, and it brought together an eclectic mix of reality TV alums from across the globe to become matches and go on dates.

Hosted by Nick Lachey in a luxurious Tulum villa, the high-stakes dating show tasked famous singles with coupling up and competing in compatibility challenges to find their ultimate partner.

Among this season’s couples are Ally Lewber and Jimmy Presnell, two fan favourites who have kept viewers glued to their screens from the very beginning for their emotional connection, quirky dynamic and on-and-off relationship.

Are Ally and Jimmy from Perfect Match still together?
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Ally, originally from Ohio, rose to fame on Bravo’s Vanderpump Rules during Seasons 10 and 11, which documented her highly publicised relationship with her ex-boyfriend, controversial DJ and pasta-enthusiast, James Kennedy.

North Carolina native Jimmy Presnell first captured public attention on Love Is Blind Season 6, known for his dramatic engagement and subsequent split from Chelsea Blackwell aka Megan Fox 2.0. And now, Jimmy is ready for a new Netflix show and he has a brand new look.

Despite coming from two entirely different reality TV universes, Ally and Jimmy crossed paths in Mexico and instantly hit it off. But are they still together? Read on for everything we know about Jimmy and Ally’s relationship.

What’s happened between Ally Lewber and Jimmy Presnell on Perfect Match Season 4?

Their journey to coupling up wasn’t without obstacles. While Ally was immediately drawn to Jimmy’s humour and grounded energy, Jimmy was ready to explore all his options. “I’m shooting my shot with every single girl that walks up,” Jimmy said in the premiere.

But by episode two, the couple were smitten with each other. “I’m actually starting to really like Jimmy, and I can tell that he likes me too,” Ally admitted in a confessional. Meanwhile, Jimmy’s relationship with Ally only intensified as he told the other men that Ally “snuck up on me,” and he was crushing hard.

However, a spanner was thrown in the works when Ally expressed interest in newcomer, Dave Hand, an Australian contestant from Married at First Sight. Dave told Ally he had an immediate interest in her, and Ally kissed the MAFS bombshell. This sent Ally’s relationship to breaking point, as later on, Jimmy told Kassy Castillo that she was his type.

Despite going on a romantic date with Dave, Ally missed Jimmy, and found herself continually pulled back toward him, prompting Ally to share her true feelings. “I did test the waters…but I feel confident in our match, and I do really like where we’re going,” a nervous Ally turned to Jimmy to say.

Meanwhile, Jimmy admitted in his confessionals that Ally was checking every single box for what he wanted in a long-term partner. Their relationship hit another speed bump when host Nick Lachey visited to ask contestants to vote for which fellow contestant star was in the villa for the wrong reasons, and ended with Jimmy ultimately failing to prove himself, copping four votes from his fellow contestants.

Since then, Ally and Jimmy solidified their pairing by matching up again and finally getting on the same page, quickly becoming one of the strongest couples of the season.

But just as things were becoming more stable and their spark remained strong, former Temptation Island tempter Hashim Moore became one corner of another potential love triangle.

Did Ally and Jimmy break up on Perfect Match?

They did! However, it didn’t last long. The drama kicked off during Episode 7 after Ally and Jimmy had sex the night before the singles mixer. After experiencing the deeper connection, Ally wanted to close things off with Jimmy before they were separated for the day, but Jimmy was intent on keeping things open.

Ally hit it off with Hashim at the mixer, and he picked her to go on a one-on-one date with the following day. That night, Ally was so torn in her decision between the two men that she threatened to leave the villa herself. However, Jimmy made things easier for her when he decided to walk out of the experiment after Ally flopped between the two of them for most of the night.

Ally embraced Hashim almost immediately after he left, and seemed pretty happy with the outcome. But, their happy ending didn’t last long. In the finale episode, challenge winners Sophie and Dave decided to bring Jimmy back into the villa, and he took Ally out on a date where they rekindled their spark. After the date, Ally had to choose between Jimmy and Hashim to take to the finale, and she picked Jimmy.

But, it wasn’t all smooth sailing at the Perfect Match finale as Hashim revealed that he and Ally had gotten intimate the night Jimmy left. Luckily, Jimmy took it in his stride and the pair seemed to leave the reunion together.

Are Ally and Jimmy still together since filming Perfect Match?

No they’re not. Jimmy and Ally told Netflix’s Tudum that they dated after filming finished, and Jimmy even visited Ally in Los Angeles a few times, but they ultimately realised they weren’t ready to commit.

“He had just moved to Miami, and remember, he’s fresh out of the glow up, so he was having fun,” Ally told the publication. “I wasn’t ready to really date either. I feel like it was one of those things where we knew, but we didn’t want to admit it, and we did like each other.”

During the finale, viewers saw Hashim tell the rest of the cast that he and Ally got “intimate” in bed the night before, claiming he was simply looking out for Jimmy by sharing the information. Ally said she was a “mess” and “embarrassed” that Hashim shared their private information, and said Jimmy didn’t take it well.

“He just freaked out,” she says. “I’m pretty sure he walked off and said, ‘That’s not my match.’ I think that’s where the show is interesting because he always got to be open and do what he wanted, and I thought we were on the same page there.” 

But, Ally said she “got over it” and is on fine terms with both the men now, but she’s not actively looking for a boyfriend.

“I’d rather be working or being with my friends, but Perfect Match did help me not be so scared of dating and putting myself out there. I think the time will come when I’m ready to get back on the horse.”

Throughout the season, Ally and Jimmy posted a lot of content together on social media, seemingly suggesting that the two could have rekindled their spark.

Most recently, Ally and Jimmy have consistently been liking each other’s photos and leaving supportive comments. On Ally’s Instagram, she’s uploaded multiple Reels of herself making funny TikToks with Jimmy. Then on Jimmy’s page, he’s got even more silly TikToks, along with Instagram carousels that feature Ally heavily.

Then, during a May 2026 appearance on the Scheananigans podcast, Ally openly gushed about how much she liked Jimmy’s energy. Sure, they’re contractually obligated to keep their status under wraps until the finale airs, but all signs point to Ally and Jimmy potentially going the distance.

Ally did speak about one ‘annoying’ trait of Jimmy’s in an interview.

“I’m such a lover girl, but I also am a Capricorn, and I will close off my emotions,” she previously told Tudum. “[Because he had] already been on a dating show, I think Jimmy was good at getting me to open up, as much as it sometimes annoyed me.”

But overall, Ally only said positive things about Jimmy, which seemed to suggest they’re still together. “We kept matching, and over time I realised, ‘Oh, wait, I actually like him’,” she reflected. In a video Jimmy posted answering questions about their relationship, Ally admitted she was the one who said “I love you” first.

Alas, as we know now, Ally and Jimmy aren’t together after all.

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Perfect Match’s Jimmy S and Alison reveal whether they’re still together

Jimmy Sotos made history as the first Perfect Match contestant who hasn’t previously been on a reality show, and it’s safe to say that his match Alison Ogden was happy about his inclusion in the series.

Jimmy, who was a successful influencer prior to heading into the Perfect Match villa, hit it off with Build the Band star Alison pretty quickly after entering in Episode 2.

The couple have been through some tests during their time in Mexico, but made it to the end as one of the strongest couples in the house.

Considering that Perfect Match Season 4 was filmed back in November 2025, some time has passed since the cast packed up and left Tulum. So, are Jimmy S and Alison still together? Read on to find out everything we know about their relationship status.

Are Jimmy Sotos and Alison still together outside of the villa?

Jimmy S and Alison are the only pair who may have survived Perfect Match as a couple. While all the other couples have gone their separate ways since filming wrapped, Jimmy and Alison told Netflix publication Tudum that they’re “figuring things out”. The couple told the publication that Jimmy visited Alison in Los Angeles and met her friends and family but after that, they decided to take some time out.

“We ended up pausing things for a bit with on-and-off communication, because he had a difficult time adjusting back to real life post-filming,” Alison said. Jimmy agreed, “I think the ‘post-villa depression’ was getting to me a little, so I went back to Chicago to be around family. That led to a little hiatus for us.” 

When asked about their current status, they were a bit ambiguous, but confirmed that they weren’t officially together.

“We’re good now and still exploring our connection without any pressure, labels, or expectations,” Jimmy shared.

Alison added: “We do care about each other a lot,… We are figuring things out while not wanting to rush anything too fast. We fell hard pretty fast on the show and want to move forward at our pace now.”

Prior to the finale airing, the couple had been going absolutely nuts on social media, posting photos of them together outside the house. Most recently, they posted a photo of them walking around an outdoor mall together in Los Angeles, and captioned the carousel ‘La la land’. The mall is clearly not in Mexico, suggesting that they met up after filming wrapped.

On May 20, Jimmy and Alison shared a carousel of photos from their time on the show, and threw in some couple pics. However, it was the last photo that was the most intriguing — it showed Alison playing basketball in a residential setting, and it’s plainly clear that it wasn’t taken at the Perfect Match villa.

When one of Jimmy’s followers asked if his inclusion of the pic — which suggests they hung out after the show finished filming — was a spoiler, Alison replied by saying that her sister sent it to Jimmy before filming. Which still seems suss, because if Jimmy and Alison didn’t have anything going on, why would her sister be sending him a picture of her?

Alison and Jimmy's post. Image: Instagram.
Alison and Jimmy’s post. Image: Instagram.

On top of that, some of the cast went live on TikTok on May 18 to chat about their time on the show, and, yep, you guessed it, Jimmy and Alison were both in the chat.

The Perfect Match live. Image: TikTok.
The live. Image: TikTok.

To add even more fuel to the fire, Jimmy used one of Alison’s songs as the audio for an Instagram story and grid post.

Jimmy Sotos and Alison Ogden’s relationship inside the Perfect Match villa

Alison originally had a spark with Million Dollar Secret‘s Nick Pellecchia and Love Island’s Yamen Sanders. However, it became clear that Jimmy was the man for her when he entered during Episode 2.

The couple had a relatively smooth ride until three new additions were let loose on the villa: Katherine Laprell, Kassy Castillo and Sophie Willett. All of the Perfect Match men said that Katherine was their number one choice and she chose Jimmy to take on her one on one date.

But Jimmy’s physical attraction to Katherine wasn’t enough to pull him away from Alison. In the end, he told Alison he wanted to follow his heart and chose to match with her.

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Marissa George got married months after filming Perfect Match

Marissa George, who was coupled with Demari Davis for the entire duration of Perfect Match Season 4, has gotten married to someone else since the show wrapped filming in November 2025.

Yep, Marissa got engaged just three months after the finale was filmed, on February 21, to her long-time ex D. Johnson, and the pair tied the knot just one month later on March 21.

Marissa and D first met in 2013 and dated for thirteen years. The timing does seem a little suss considering that Marissa filmed her first reality show, Love Is Blind in October 2023. However, Marissa told People that their relationship was always on and off.

“Over the last 13 years, we somehow always found our way back to each other,” Marissa explained. “Anytime we were both single, we’d reconnect and it was always clear the feelings never really left. Even our mutual friends would always say, ‘If the timing ever works out, they’re going to end up together.'”

“Eventually, after years spent being each other’s ‘what if,’ we got to a point where we were like, ‘Screw the distance, this is worth it.'”

Marissa told the publication that when Perfect Match filming wrapped, her and Demari decided to leave the show as friends, before her and D rekindled their relationship that same month. They married in a small elopement ceremony with their parents, siblings and closest friends in Savannah, Georgia.

“The day I said ‘I do,’ I felt this immense responsibility in the most beautiful way. Not pressure, but clarity. Like, this is serious. This is real partnership. I can’t play games and I don’t want to,” she shared. “It’s not that I didn’t take past relationships seriously, but I honestly don’t think I fully understood what a healthy love was supposed to feel like until now. And once you experience a love that feels peaceful, grounding, safe, and freeing all at once, it completely changes you.”

Marissa said watching herself back on Perfect Match Season 4 helped her grow as a person, and said she couldn’t be happier about where her journey ended up.

“I cherish what [my husband and I] have so deeply. Which is honestly why I can now watch myself on Netflix, see all the growth and mistakes and lessons, and still feel proud of the woman I’ve become,” she said. “Because this relationship didn’t just give me love, it helped me understand myself more too.”

“And after such a public experience with dating and relationships, it’s been really beautiful having something that feels so real and private at its core. He’s truly my best friend and I genuinely feel so lucky that after all this time, timing finally chose us too.”

Demari and Marissa on Perfect Match
Demari and Marissa on Perfect Match. Image: Netflix.

What have Demari and Marissa’s other Perfect Match castmates said about her marriage?

Demari took to the comments section of the official Instagram announcement and shared his well wishes. “Congratulations, wishing you the best,” he wrote alongside a brown heart emoji and some clinking champagne glasses.

Marissa’s castmate Yamen Sanders also congratulated her on her recent nuptials. “A blessing for real! Love you sis! And congratulations,” he wrote.

“Congrats fam,” Jimmy Presnell wrote and Jimmy Sotos commented two emotional emojis on the pic.

Marissa also received well-wishes from part of the Netflix reality universe, with The Ultimatum‘s Jeriah Nelson commenting,” Congratulations, so happy for you!” and Love Is Blind‘s Marshall Glaze writing, “Congratulations Marissa! Very happy for you.”

Congrats to the happy couple!

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Farmer Wants a Wife 2026: All the juicy details

Love is in the country air, and Farmer Wants a Wife (FWAW) is back for 2026 with a new batch of Farmers hoping to find their happily ever after.

This year, five Farmers have been selected for the show, and casting has handpicked a group of Ladies specifically suited to each of them. Will it result in everlasting love matches? Well, the odds are pretty good.

FWAW has by far the best odds of creating a lasting match out of any Australian dating reality show. Over 15 seasons of the show, 22 couples are still together, and 11 of those couples have gotten married. There’s also some FWAW offspring, with 27 babies created from couples who’ve met on the show.

With the majority of last season’s couples still together, there’s a good chance that the upcoming season might produce some more successful matches. Read on to find out everything we know so far about Farmer Wants a Wife.

What is the premiere date for FWAW 2026?

Channel 7 have confirmed that FWAW 2026 will premiere on Monday, June 8 at 7:30pm.

“We’re officially heading back to the farm for another season of love. You asked. You waited. And now it’s FINALLY time,” they posted on the official FWAW account.

Meet the hottest Farmers FWAW has ever seen

This year, there are five Farmers who’ll be searching for love on FWAW. Read on to find out more about them.

Farmer Dylan

Farmer Dylan on Farmer Wants a Wife 2026. Image: Seven.
Farmer Dylan on Farmer Wants a Wife 2026. Image: Seven.

If any of the Ladies are looking for a cowboy, then South Australia farmer Dylan may just be their pick of the litter. The 24-year-old sheep farmer and competitive cowboy is from Cherry Gardens, South Australia, and actively competes in rodeos.

In Dylan’s promo clip, he revealed that he’s looking for a woman who is confident and outgoing.

“I love being social, whether it is rodeos, events, or just getting out and meeting new people. So, it would be ideal to be with someone who could hold their own when we are out and about. 

“I am also drawn to someone who is assertive, the kind of woman who knows what she wants and is not afraid to take the bull by the horns. Especially if you aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty on the farm. 

Farmer Jason

Farmer Jason on Farmer Wants a Wife 2026. Image: Seven.
Farmer Jason on Farmer Wants a Wife 2026. Image: Seven.

Queensland Farmer Jason is a dairy farmer and a father of two: a son who is 11 years old and a 5-year-old daughter.

According to his promo clip, he’s hoping to find someone open to moving to his farm, and who’s fun, bubbly, kind-hearted and has a good sense of humour.

Farmer Alex

Farmer Alex on Farmer Wants a Wife. Image: Seven.
Farmer Alex on Farmer Wants a Wife. Image: Seven.

Cattle and mushroom Farmer Alex is 28 and from KinKin in Queensland, who describes himself as grounded, curious, and an adventurer.

“I can be quite serious sometimes, so I am looking for someone with vibrance and light. I really would like a partner who will bring joy and bundles of playful energy to my life,” he revealed.

Farmer Jarrad

Farmer Jarrad on Farmer Wants a Wife. Image: Seven.
Farmer Jarrad on Farmer Wants a Wife. Image: Seven.

South Australia Farmer Jarrad is hoping to find a partner who’s genuine, grounded and confident. Like Farmer Jason, he’s also a day; he has two sons aged 12 and 9 years old.

“I’d love to meet someone who’s confident and comfortable in themselves. In the past, I’ve been drawn to strong, self-assured women. But strength to me also means being able to compromise on the little things, staying open to new perspectives, and being willing to grow together,” he said.

Farmer Zac

Farmer Zac on Farmer Wants a Wife. Image: Seven.
Farmer Zac on Farmer Wants a Wife. Image: Seven.

South Australia Farmer Zac is 24 and from Forest Range, which is only about 40 minutes from Adelaide CBD . He’s hoping to find a romantic partner who is laid-back, outgoing, confident and a great communicator.

“So, a lady with a great sense of humour and a laid-back attitude is what I need,” he said. “It would be amazing if she is sporty and active too, because I’m often at a sports event or the gym or out running with mates. She’s got to be able to talk with everyone and enjoy socialising because it’s a big part of my life.”

Who is Farmer John?

Farmer John. Image: Seven.
Farmer John. Image: Seven.

Six men were originally promoted as the suitors for FWAW 2026, and Farmer John was pictured in promo shots with the above five Farmers.

However, it doesn’t sound like anything scandalous went down that meant cutting Farmer John from the show. Instead, a batch of farmers is advertised well before filming begins, and interested women can apply for the Farmer that piques their interest. If there aren’t enough compatible matches, a Farmer probably won’t make it on the show, which is likely what happened with Farmer John.

Are these the hottest farmers we’ve ever seen on FWAW? We think so!

Who are the Farmer Wants a Wife 2026 Ladies?

While the 2026 Farmers have already been revealed (more on them below), the Ladies who’ll be heading off to the farms and heading out on dates with the men are still under wraps. So far, no information has been revealed about any of them. But, we’re sure an announcement isn’t too far off!

Who is the FWAW 2026 host?

Fan favourite Natalie Gruzlewski is returning for 2026. She originally hosted the show from its inception in 2007 until 2012, and then began hosting again in 2020.

In 2023 and 2024, Nat shared the role with Sam Armytage, and both women were co-hosts. However, she returned to her solo hosting duties as of last year and will continue to do so for FWAW 2026.

Natalie Gruzlewski filming FWAW. Image: Seven.
Natalie Gruzlewski filming FWAW. Image: Seven.

Is there a trailer?

There is! You can watch the brand new trailer below.

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Dave slams Perfect Match couples for faking relationships on social media: ‘I’m not doing that’

The Perfect Match finale was a whirlwind, with Dave Hand and Sophie Willett walking away as the winners for Season 4. While people are dying to know which couples are still together, Dave tells Chattr he didn’t consider faking his relationship on social media like some other contestants are for fame.

“When shows come out, people pretend to be together, or this and that. I’m not doing that,” Dave says.

“It’s hard for people, you know. You get emotionally involved with people, and it’s hard. You’re in the spotlight.”

Yikes. With so many of the cast posting content together, pretending their relationship is still the Perfect Match… was this a bit of shade thrown by Dave?

However, Dave also adds that all the cast members on Perfect Match were chasing clout, including him.

“I think we all are [clout chasers], we’ve all done other shows,” he says. The MAFS star says the cast knew there was a chance to get other benefits and opportunities by appearing on Perfect Match, along with a chance to find love.

“People [say] oh you want fame, or this or that. Who cares? This is the path that we’re on and it’s fun, we get to cool stuff with a chance of finding love. You never know where that’s gonna happen,” he explains.

“It’s just a fun life and it’s cool, so I’m enjoying it.”

Are any of the Perfect Match couples still together in real life?

It sounds like no Perfect Match couples stayed together after the show.

“There was one or two couples that tried to make it work, but… I think obviously distance is a key to everyone’s relationship,” Dave reveals.

“Even [if they’re both] in America, you know. So that definitely plays a part. Not only for me and Sophie, for everyone who even lives closer [together].”

Dave teases ‘juicy’ details about Chris and Natalie’s surprise relationship after Perfect Match

During the end credits of the Perfect Match finale, Natalie Cruz and Chris Dahlan revealed they were in a relationship after the show. The other cast members were a bit shocked, and Dave says there’s more juicy information to come out about their new coupling.

“Apparently they dated for a bit over Christmas and stuff [and they] spent Christmas together,” Dave spills.

“[There] are some juicy details that are about to come out… there’s definitely some stuff that’s going to go down after the show.”

According to Dave, there’s something about Natalie and Chris’ relationship that is “very, very, interesting”. Consider us intrigued!

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