The last Married At First Sight Australia (MAFS) 2026 intruder wedding just took place, and groom Sam Stanton is one half of a same-sex marriage in this year’s experiment.
Sam is tall, dark, handsome, and bears a striking resemblance to Colin Firth, Like Mr Darcy, he’s charismatic and here to finally put love first.
Sam admits that he’s a slow burner — but let’s hope it’s not too slow for the MAFS experiment.
Keep reading to find out everything we know about Sam Stanton!
Who is Sam Stanton and what does he do?
Sam, 34, is a boy-next-door charmer and natural romantic from Adelaide, South Australia. After he spent time in the US, it inspired him to embrace fitness culture and bring that energy home. He now owns a successful spin studio, Studio360Sports, with nearly 6,000 Instagram followers.
Whilst his personal Instagram has almost 10,000 followers, you can see he lives for adventure, fitness, and travel, and it also looks to be signed to modelling agency, Finesse. Oooo talk about the whole package!
Sam in past relationships
Sam is no stranger to commitment, but distance has caused heartbreak. He’s had two meaningful, long-term relationships after one ended after his US return, and another when his partner relocated for work.
What is Sam looking for in a relationship?
According to Sam’s Channel 9 bio, he is very close to his parents and is inspired by their long, loving marriage, which sets his own relationship standards.
He admits he’s a slow burner who prefers to build emotional connection before fully committing, and hopes his future husband values this thoughtful approach.
Sam seeks a man who is masculine and emotionally mature, but who can also sing Taylor Swift in the hallway and isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty around a campfire.
Who is Sam’s husband-to-be?
Sam is matched with Chris Robinson, 38, a farmer and gym owner, and we think this will be a match made in heaven!
In an interview with Chattr, Sam said he felt an instant attraction when he turned around and saw Chris walking down the aisle. “This guy’s attractive, he’s got blue eyes, he’s a good-looking dude, but let’s get to know him.”
From their first meeting at the altar, there was a rare natural ease between them among this season’s intruder couples, even exchanging similar vows!
This could be one of MAFS most incredible matches, and we are so excited to watch this relationship unfold!
Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2026 airs Sunday – Wednesday on Channel 9 and 9Now.
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