Jono Castano and former wife Amy are friendly exes as they attend F1 movie premiere alongside her new partner
The stars were out in full force on Thursday night as Sydney played host to the glitzy Australian premiere of the new F1 movie at the Entertainment Quarter.
Leading the charge was Amy Castano who mingled with her friendly ex-husband Jono Castano at the event.
Influencer Amy looked absolutely sensational in a sultry, wine-coloured two-piece ensemble.
She rocked a sheer, long-sleeved top that subtly revealed a bandeau underneath, paired with a matching figure-hugging skirt that featured a dramatic cut-out at the waist.
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The star completed the bold look with pointed heels, a slick clutch, and a pop of deep red lipstick, letting her long brunette locks cascade in soft waves.
Amy had her Aaron Evans on her arm, who kept things cool and sporty in a white tee layered under a black, red and white zip-up windbreaker.
He teamed the look with black trackpants featuring red stripe detailing down the leg and finished off the ensemble with white sneakers and his signature bling, including a chunky watch and chain.
The couple looked every bit the stylish duo on the black carpet.
Celebrity trainer Jono cut a casual yet polished figure.
Jono opted for a laid-back look, pairing a crisp white singlet with a black open shirt and matching loose-fit trousers.
He finished the ensemble with classic white Converse sneakers and a luxury watch, adding a hint of sporty edge to his red carpet appearance.
With his trademark groomed beard and a confident smile, the fitness guru was all charm as he posed in front of the film's high-octane backdrop.
The former MTV presenter looked effortlessly cool in a white shirt layered with a black corset top and tailored utility-style pants, completing the look with patent heels and a bold red lip that added a pop of colour
Amy and Jono, who were high school sweethearts but divorced in 2021 after 15 years together, have remained good friends despite their split.
Also standing out from the pack on the night was model Kate Peck, who stole the show in a striking monochrome ensemble that turned heads the moment she hit the black carpet.
The former MTV presenter looked effortlessly cool in a white shirt layered with a black corset top and tailored utility-style pants, completing the look with patent heels and a bold red lip that added a pop of colour.
She was joined by F Boy Island sweethearts Nick Brown and Molly O'Halloran, who made a stylish entrance of their own.
Nick looked effortlessly cool in an all-white look.
Meanwhile Molly brought bold colour to the carpet in a striking red military-inspired mini skirt suit, paired with knee-high patent boots and voluminous curls.
The premiere celebrated the upcoming release of F1 (2025), a fast-paced drama directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, with Hollywood A-lister Brad Pitt in the driver's seat.
The film follows a retired Formula 1 driver who returns to the track to mentor a rising star, with scenes shot at real Grand Prix circuits around the world.
The production has generated massive buzz among fans for its unprecedented access to F1 events and cutting-edge racing sequences that blur the line between cinema and sport.
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