Farmer Wants A Wife announces shock twist set to shake up the series - following two stars walking off the show after finding love
In a dramatic twist to this year's Farmer Wants A Wife, Channel Seven has announced the late arrival of a brand new farmer set to shake things up.
Farmer Jack, a 26-year-old dairy farmer from Tasmania, will make his belated series debut on Monday night, after both Tom and Jarrad exited the show early due to finding true love.
His unexpected entrance looks to bring some drama to the dating show, with a recent trailer showing a flustered host Natalie Gruzlewski telling Jack: 'This has not happened before. I will have to double-check that, just give me one minute.'
Described by friends as 'Steady Eddy' due to his calm nature and clear sense of direction, Jack is passionate about all things country life.
He is searching for a down-to-earth partner who shares his love for family, animals and the simple things in life.
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'I'm looking for someone with girl-next-door vibes. Someone who is family-oriented, has a good sense of humour, and is willing to move to the country, who wants kids too,' he said in a statement.
Jack was part of the original casting pool for the 2025 season but was held back after the original four farmers were chosen.
His addition is sure to shake up the series, with the season seemingly winding down after Farmer Jarrad and Farmer Tom chose their partners early and exited the show.
The shock move has ruffled the feathers of several long-time viewers who shared their thoughts on social media.
'Bringing a farmer in when the show's nearly finished is stupid. Too cruel to the ladies,' one person sniped.
'Isn't it almost over? He's a bit late to the party,' a second added.
Earlier this week, Farmer Tom became the second man to leave FWAW after finding love, however fans of the show were up in arms about his choice of lady.
Tom, 31, who farms sheep in Borambola New South Wales, was down to two women in episode 10 - Eliza and Georgie - and after visiting their families and taking them on their final date, he whittled his way down to one.
'Through this whole experience, I enjoyed every moment I've been with you,' he told his chosen beau.
'I'm excited to take the next step in this. I've fallen really hard and fast for you, Georgie. I'm in love with you.'
Prior to that, Farmer Jarrad's journey on FWAW came to a thrilling conclusion.
Jarrad appeared to find his happily ever after with Queensland bartender Chloe, after he picked her to be his final choice on the dating show, dumping his second choice, Victorian education support worker Ashlee.
Down to his final two ladies, he met their families, hoping this would help him in his decision making.
Despite having strong affections for both ladies, Jarrad announced bartender Chloe had won his heart, saying the pair went together like 'cold beer and country music'.
Only Farmer Thomas and Farmer Thomas remain from the original contestants and Jack, who has been paired with eight women from which to find true love, is sure to keep things as lively as ever.
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