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Perth Now
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
‘Hopeful': Update in MAFS star's AVO case
Married At First Sight star Ryan Donnelly and his lawyer say they are 'hopeful' an apprehended violence order application against his one-time on-screen partner Jacqui Burfoot can be resolved at mediation. Mr Donnelly was initially coupled with Ms Burfoot on the popular Aussie TV program. The pair shared a tumultuous on-screen relationship that Ms Burfoot ultimately chose to walk away from. In the program's Final Vows segment, she said 'Ryan, in a world of red flags, you are the red carpet', to which Mr Donnelly responded 'Be gone with you, you horrible woman'. Mr Donnelly has applied for an AVO, but it has not been granted at this stage. He arrived at Campbelltown Local Court on Tuesday sporting a slick black suit and white collared shirt. Married At First Sight star Ryan Donnelly and his lawyer Daniel Wakim are 'hopeful' an AVO can be resolved at mediation. NewsWire/ Rhiannon Lewin Credit: NewsWire Mr Donnelly and Jacqui Burfoot shared a tumultuous on-screen relationship. Credit: Supplied In court, Mr Donnelly's solicitor Daniel Wakim and Ms Burfoot's barrister Marcia Edwards agreed upon a mediation date in September. 'What we propose is to book in for a contested hearing early next year at the next available date,' Ms Edwards told the court. 'We hope to vacate that if mediation is successful.' The matter was adjourned till January next year, unless the mediation in September is successful. Mr Donnelly and Mr Wakim spoke with NewsWire outside court on Tuesday. 'Look I think … we've just gotten a hearing date set, and I think we're all on the same page in relation to taking the matter to mediation and we're hopeful to see how that turns out,' Mr Wakim said. Mr Donnelly previously alleged outside court that Ms Burfoot had attempted to 'destroy' his life. NewsWire has approached Ms Burfoot for comment.
Daily Mirror
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
MAFS star arrives at court with bodyguard as ex-groom takes legal action
Married At First Sight star, Jacqui Burfoot, arrived at court in Australia today after her onscreen hsuband, Ryan Donnelly, applied for an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) against her Married At First Sight's Jacqui Burfoot was seen at Sydney Court House today after her former onscreen husband filed for a protection order against her. Ryan Donnelly, who married Jacqui on the Australian version of the reality show last year - before they chose to separate during the Final Vows ceremony - applied for an Apprehended Domestic Violence order against the 29-year-old after his ex was granted an interim restraining order, preventing Ryan from talking about her on social media. Jacqui sent an email opposing the restraining order, but Magistrate Shane McAnulty told the court he was unwilling to grant the order in her absence and asked the parties to prepare submissions before the matter returned to court on June 24. Seen arriving at court today, under an umbrella with her new fiancé, Clint Rice, and burly bodyguard, Jacqui smiled for the cameras, sporting a trench coat, cream dress, Longchamp bag and brown ankle boots. This was the first time the reality star has come face-to-face with Ryan since filming for MAFS wrapped in November last year. She did not say anything to reporters about the allegations outside court after the matter was adjourned. Her barrister, Marcia Edwards, said it would be prejudicial for her to speak. Later, Ryan's lawyer, Daniel Wakim, said his client still wanted protection and he would talk with Jacqui's lawyers about resolving the matter. "We're yet to see what the respondent has to put on in relation to my client's fears,'" he said. Ryan told reporters he was struggling emotionally, claiming his ex onscreen wife had posted about him "almost incessantly". Claiming he never thought his on-screen marriage would turn out this way, he said: "It wasn't the adventure I had planned I wanted to have this amazing chapter of my life and have a comfortable circle, and leave amicably and as friends." The matter will return to court on July 29. Back in April, Ryan told reporters, along with his representative Shirin Razi from Azadi Lawyers, that he suffered "a lot of harm" and was targeted by trolls as a result of 'malicious' claims Jacqui made about him online. "An individual has tried to destroy my life, my potential for career options, collaborations... with false allegations, so men can be victims as well," he said outside the courthouse, adding that he "was very afraid" at one point. Ryan also said he thought the proceedings were a valuable use of the court's time and believed he would "have an extremely strong case" for defamation action against his on-screen wife. However, the reality star refused to comment on whether he would stop posting about Jacqui while insisting MAFS is a "programme that can do wonderful things for people".
Perth Now
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
MAFS drama explodes in court
Married At First Sight star Ryan Donnelly claims his one-time on-screen partner Jacqui Burfoot posted about him 'almost incessantly', but his lawyer says Mr Donnelly is open to coming to an amicable resolution after he took out an apprehended violence order (AVO) against her. Mr Donnelly was initially coupled with Ms Burfoot on the popular Aussie TV program. The pair shared a tumultuous on-screen relationship that Ms Burfoot ultimately chose to walk away from. In the program's Final Vows segment, she said 'Ryan, in a world of red flags, you are the red carpet', to which Mr Donnelly responded 'Be gone with you, you horrible woman'. MAFS couple Ryan Donnelly and Jacqui Burfoot. Supplied. Credit: Supplied Mr Donnelly previously said outside court that Ms Burfoot had attempted to 'destroy' his life. The matter was mentioned briefly in Campbelltown Local Court on Tuesday when it was adjourned to give Ms Burfoot time to respond. He has applied for an AVO but it has not yet been granted. Mr Donnelly said Ms Burfoot had attempted to 'destroy' his life. Supplied Credit: Supplied Ms Burfoot described Mr Donnelly on screen as the 'red carpet' of red flags. Supplied Credit: Supplied His solicitor Daniel Wakim said outside court that Mr Donnelly was open to the matter being resolved amicably. 'In any situation, you always have to be mindful there is the possibility of a resolution,' Mr Wakim said. 'At this particular point it is still early, we are yet to see what the respondent has to put on in relation to my client's fears.' Solicitor Daniel Wakim (left) and Mr Donnelly speak outside Campbelltown Local Court. Steve Zemek/NewsWire Credit: News Corp Australia Mr Donnelly said outside court that the matter had made his life 'very difficult'. 'I know for a fact that she continues to post about me almost incessantly and as of today's outcome, I'm very pleased with it,' Mr Donnelly said when asked about his allegations. The matter will return to court on July 29. NewsWire has approached Ms Burfoot for comment.
Scottish Sun
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
MAFS groom slammed over ‘misogynistic' post as he shares ‘high standards' for future girlfriend after bitter show split
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MAFS Australia's Adrian Araouzou has riled up fans after posting a video listing his "high standards" for his future wife. In a video titled "Unpopular opinion 💁🏻♂️", which he uploaded to Instagram, Adrian was seen eating food on a camp chair by a fire as he wrote across the screen. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Adrian has upset fans with a list of demands for his future wife Credit: Instagram / @ 6 Adrian tied the knot married Awhina in the social experiment Credit: Channel 4 6 The pair suffered a string of ups and downs in the series Credit: Channel 4 He wrote: "High standards because I don't want my kids to have a mum who's drunk every weekend, thinks it's ok to disrespect their body, looks at doing anything for their man as a chore, has no faith in God, or prioritises material things over nature's beauty. " Fans weren't best pleased with the message, and made sure he knew it in the comments. "what do you bring to the table though…" said one, while another wrote: "Misogynistic manosphere springs to mind… Andrew Tate!" "Good luck with that.. maybe u should join the priesthood.. no woman would touch u now with your attitude," noted a third. "You must also meet these requirements. Not only your future wife!" wrote a fourth. The 31-year-old reality star appeared on the 12th season of the dating show favourite, marrying Awhina Rutene in the experiment. However, while they initially seemed to like each other when they met at the altar, things went south quickly when Awhina revealed she had a six-year-old son. He later became central to cheating speculation with another bride, Sierah, after they were seen playing footsie under the table at a dinner. While they didn't actually cheat, Adrian later left the experiment for a small period of time, leaving Awhina before eventually returning to complete the show. He also was criticised for making his new wife cry in other scenes after refusing to take part in writing a confession letter. MAFS Australia star Dave Hand reveals heartbreaking truth behind his marriage breakdown At the Final Vows the pair decided to break things off, thinking they wouldn't work. However, in a strange twist, before the show was over they had their mind and opted to give their relationship a proper shot away from the series. Unfortunately they didn't work out, and since the show aired they have both remained single. 6 The wedding day turned sour when the bride revealed he had a son Credit: Channel 4 6 Adrian was blasted for his behaviour on the show Credit: E4
The Irish Sun
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
MAFS groom slammed over ‘misogynistic' post as he shares ‘high standards' for future girlfriend after bitter show split
MAFS Australia's Adrian Araouzou has riled up fans after posting a video listing his "high standards" for his future wife. In a video titled "Unpopular opinion 💁🏻♂️", which he uploaded to Instagram, Adrian was seen eating food on a camp chair by a fire as he wrote across the screen. 6 Adrian has upset fans with a list of demands for his future wife Credit: Instagram / @ 6 Adrian tied the knot married Awhina in the social experiment Credit: Channel 4 6 The pair suffered a string of ups and downs in the series Credit: Channel 4 He wrote: "High standards because I don't want my kids to have a mum who's drunk every weekend, thinks it's ok to disrespect their body, looks at doing anything for their man as a chore, has no faith in God, or prioritises material things over nature's beauty. " Fans weren't best pleased with the message, and made sure he knew it in the comments. "what do you bring to the table though…" said one, while another wrote: "Misogynistic manosphere springs to mind… Andrew Tate!" "Good luck with that.. maybe u should join the priesthood.. no woman would touch u now with your attitude," noted a third. READ MORE MAFS AUSTRALIA "You must also meet these requirements. Not only your future wife!" wrote a fourth. The 31-year-old reality star appeared on the 12th season of the dating show favourite, marrying Awhina Rutene in the experiment. However, while they initially seemed to like each other when they met at the altar, things went south quickly when Awhina revealed she had a six-year-old son. He later became Most read in TV While they didn't actually cheat, Adrian He also was MAFS Australia star Dave Hand reveals heartbreaking truth behind his marriage breakdown At the Final Vows the pair decided to break things off, thinking they wouldn't work. However, in a strange twist, before the show was over they had their mind and opted to give their relationship a proper shot away from the series. Unfortunately they didn't work out, and since the show aired they have both remained single. 6 The wedding day turned sour when the bride revealed he had a son Credit: Channel 4 6 Adrian was blasted for his behaviour on the show Credit: E4 6 The star has remained single in the months since the show aired Credit: Instagram / @
