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Daily Mail
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Hit reality show in major schedule shakeup as TV bosses pull series from usual slot - and fans are livid
A hit reality TV show has been involved in a major schedule shakeup after TV bosses pulled the series from its usual slot. Married At First Sight Australia usually airs on E4 weekdays from 7:30pm. But now it's been split in half because of the arrival of brand new dating show Honesty Box. The Australian version of the popular show will air its first instalment at 8pm for one hour. At 9pm, Honesty Box, hosted by Vicky Pattison and Lucinda Light, will watch the journey of a group of sexy singletons try and find The One for a further 60 minutes. Then the final instalment of MAFS Aus will be on E4 until 10:40pm. Honesty Box airs Monday to Wednesday on E4, so the usual schedule for Married At First Sight will continue as normal, from 7:30pm, for Thursday and Friday. Many fans are fuming with the change. One wrote on social media: 'I refuse to be manipulated. I will watch MAFS on +1 at 9 then switch over for the second part at 10. No Honesty Box for me!' 'They think because we're loyal MAFS fans we'll watch Honesty Box and stay up late to finish watching MAFS. Nope. That's what catch up is for.' 'Just seen now it's not on until 8pm! Simpsons it is then! Very cheeky splitting MAFS between this new show. I'll be getting it on catch-up, past my bedtime.' 'In case you didn't know tonight and tomorrow's #MAFSAU episodes will be on from 8-9 and then 10-10:40 with #HonestyBox in between. I resent E4 messing with my night to try and get me to watch another show. I already know it's on; they've advertised it enough.' It comes after Vicky and Lucinda teased tears, tantrums and even SPLITS during an exclusive chat with MailOnline about the arrival of Honesty Box. Viewers will watch the couples explore their budding romances by getting to know each other in the villa, and with help from Truetopia's very own Sincerity Coach Lucinda. But each dater has to go into the Honesty Box to answer questions about themselves - and if they lie there could be serious consequences, including impacting their £100,000 prize fund. Speaking exclusively to MailOnline at the official preview screening of the show earlier this week, Lucinda said of the series: 'There's definitely tears. 'There are some storm outs, there's some temporary breakups, get togethers, swipity-swaps, it's got a bit of all of it.' Vicky, who presents and reads out the Honesty Box results on the show, added: 'The path to true love doesn't run smooth. We all absolutely know that. 'And I think because they're being pushed out of their comfort zone and forced to be honest, in other reality TV shows, people might just stick because they think, "Well, this looks good, like this is an easy ride".' Lucinda chimed in: 'And people are playing a façade, a mask, but it doesn't work here.' Vicky continued: 'You haven't got the opportunity here. 'You do see an awful lot of raw emotion. And I'm not gonna lie, there are a lot of tears, a lot of tantrums. 'There's some new arrivals that cause serious waves throughout the rest of Truetopia. 'But it's all in the name of finding your true match.'
Scottish Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The most shocking moments from MAFS Australia: awkward honeymoons, unexpected old flames and ballroom dancing disasters
UNLUCKY IN LOVE The most shocking moments from MAFS Australia: awkward honeymoons, unexpected old flames and ballroom dancing disasters IT'S THE hit show from down under, where singletons embark on the ultimate journey to find true love – by marrying a complete stranger. While this year has delivered its fair share of fairytale moments, it's safe to say there has also been some jaw-dropping drama that has left us shocked on our sofas. The quest for happily ever after is never easy. Now we have all the episodes available to stream on Channel 4, we look back at the standout moments that made this year's series so unforgettable. 4 It wasn't the first time for Carina Mirabile and Paul Antoine Old flames can still spark In a Married at First Sight Australia first, one of this year's brides had not only met her groom before – she had dated him. Carina Mirabile, a 31-year-old digital marketing manager from Perth, had been on several dates with 30-year-old wellness adviser Paul Antoine before she met him again at the altar. Shocked by the coincidence but still dedicated to their quest for true love, the couple put their trust in the experiment – no matter what the outcome… If you thought it was shocking that it happened once, have we got news for you – it happened again. Rhi Disljenkovic, a 34-year-old account manager from Victoria, also expected to see a total stranger waiting for her at the end of the aisle. Instead, she was surprised to see her former flame, 39-year-old electrician Jeff Gobbels, staring back at her. The pair had dated briefly before, but, like Carina and Paul, they were happy to carry on with the experiment. 4 Jacqui Burfoot forgave Ryan Donnelly's dancefloor fail but she didn't forget First dance or dip? Let's face it: making your first dance truly unique is no easy feat – especially when most couples opt for an Ed Sheeran song. But groom Ryan Donnelly, a 36-year-old project manager from New South Wales, clearly wanted to make his mark. He certainly did – though not quite as planned. As he romantically twirled new bride Jacqui Burfoot, a 29-year-old consultant, around the dancefloor, Ryan attempted a ballroom-worthy dip. Unfortunately, his enthusiasm got the better of him and he ended up dropping Jacqui on her head. Ever the trooper, she laughed it off on the day like a true queen. However, it seems the moment wasn't forgotten, as she's since brought up the failed dip during an argument or two. 4 Jamie Marinos called out Tim Gromie's blame-game behaviour A moment for the girls It's safe to say that a good group of girls can bring the vibe to any function – and when times are tough, you know they have your back. This was definitely the case for MAFS Aus contestant Katie Johnston, a 37-year-old CEO from Queensland. After being matched with Tim, a 38-year-old primary school teacher from Victoria, the couple's relationship began rather turbulently as the groom admitted he felt 'no spark' with Katie and that she wasn't his 'type'. Following a very awkward honeymoon, the couple chose to arrive separately at the first dinner party with the rest of the contestants. Instead of admitting his part in the demise of their relationship, Tim proceeded to blame Katie and downplay his own behaviour to the rest of the group. Ultimate girls' girl and fellow contestant Jamie Marinos, 28, read the room and called Tim out for his 'gaslighting' behaviour after seeing how upset he had made Katie. The rest of her fellow female contestants followed suit, providing the comfort and hype Katie needed. While she may have not found love on the show, Katie found her besties in the girls instead. Photo challenge chaos It has to be one of our favourite challenges every year – and somehow, it just gets better. If your partner was ever asked to rank the most attractive person in a photo line-up, you'd definitely hope they'd put you first. Bride Jacqui thought so too. However, groom Ryan wasn't on the same wavelength and ranked fellow contestants Sierah Swepstone and Rhi Disljenkovic above her. Baffled by Jacqui's upset reaction, Ryan tried to make his excuses by telling her that he was just being honest – because of course that makes it all better. Meanwhile, a fellow contestant, 56-year-old DJ Morena Farina, took the challenge as an opportunity to judge the contestants not on their appearance but how they interacted with her personally. After all, it's not all about looks. Intimacy 101 It's clear that expert judge – and clinical sexologist – Alessandra Rampolla ramped up her flirty challenges during this year's intimacy week. From lingerie shopping to the girls having a fantasy night – where Morena treated herself to a Titanic-inspired painting session with groom Tony Mojanovski – everyone embraced their inner flirty natures. But it wasn't all about the sexy moments – this year's intimacy week also showcased the all-important vulnerability needed for a healthy, loving relationship. This included contestant Billy Belcher's heartfelt letter to his bride, Sierah, where he candidly reflected on his childhood and how his relationship with his father has affected him in past relationships. This year's contestants were definitely taught the importance of the layers of intimacy – and if they didn't quite understand, it was discussed on the commitment ceremony couch with the experts. 4 So whether your favourite moment this year has been the first-dance fails or the sisterhood bond, it's safe to say that all of these moments could only happen on MAFS Australia. For more unforgettable scenes and blossoming romances, stream the final dinner party and commitment ceremony on Channel 4 now.
The Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
The most shocking moments from MAFS Australia: awkward honeymoons, unexpected old flames and ballroom dancing disasters
IT'S THE hit show from down under, where singletons embark on the ultimate journey to find true love – by marrying a complete stranger. While this year has delivered its fair share of fairytale moments, it's safe to say there has also been some jaw-dropping drama that has left us shocked on our sofas. The quest for happily ever after is never easy. Now we have all the episodes available to stream on Channel 4, we look back at the standout moments that made this year's series so unforgettable. 4 Old flames can still spark In a Married at First Sight Australia first, one of this year's brides had not only met her groom before – she had dated him. Carina Mirabile, a 31-year-old digital marketing manager from Perth, had been on several dates with 30-year-old wellness adviser Paul Antoine before she met him again at the altar. Shocked by the coincidence but still dedicated to their quest for true love, the couple put their trust in the experiment – no matter what the outcome… If you thought it was shocking that it happened once, have we got news for you – it happened again. Rhi Disljenkovic, a 34-year-old account manager from Victoria, also expected to see a total stranger waiting for her at the end of the aisle. Instead, she was surprised to see her former flame, 39-year-old electrician Jeff Gobbels, staring back at her. The pair had dated briefly before, but, like Carina and Paul, they were happy to carry on with the experiment. 4 First dance or dip? Let's face it: making your first dance truly unique is no easy feat – especially when most couples opt for an Ed Sheeran song. But groom Ryan Donnelly, a 36-year-old project manager from New South Wales, clearly wanted to make his mark. He certainly did – though not quite as planned. As he romantically twirled new bride Jacqui Burfoot, a 29-year-old consultant, around the dancefloor, Ryan attempted a ballroom-worthy dip. Unfortunately, his enthusiasm got the better of him and he ended up dropping Jacqui on her head. Ever the trooper, she laughed it off on the day like a true queen. However, it seems the moment wasn't forgotten, as she's since brought up the failed dip during an argument or two. 4 A moment for the girls It's safe to say that a good group of girls can bring the vibe to any function – and when times are tough, you know they have your back. This was definitely the case for MAFS Aus contestant Katie Johnston, a 37-year-old CEO from Queensland. After being matched with Tim, a 38-year-old primary school teacher from Victoria, the couple's relationship began rather turbulently as the groom admitted he felt 'no spark' with Katie and that she wasn't his 'type'. Following a very awkward honeymoon, the couple chose to arrive separately at the first dinner party with the rest of the contestants. Instead of admitting his part in the demise of their relationship, Tim proceeded to blame Katie and downplay his own behaviour to the rest of the group. Ultimate girls' girl and fellow contestant Jamie Marinos, 28, read the room and called Tim out for his 'gaslighting' behaviour after seeing how upset he had made Katie. The rest of her fellow female contestants followed suit, providing the comfort and hype Katie needed. While she may have not found love on the show, Katie found her besties in the girls instead. Photo challenge chaos It has to be one of our favourite challenges every year – and somehow, it just gets better. If your partner was ever asked to rank the most attractive person in a photo line-up, you'd definitely hope they'd put you first. Bride Jacqui thought so too. However, groom Ryan wasn't on the same wavelength and ranked fellow contestants Sierah Swepstone and Rhi Disljenkovic above her. Baffled by Jacqui's upset reaction, Ryan tried to make his excuses by telling her that he was just being honest – because of course that makes it all better. Meanwhile, a fellow contestant, 56-year-old DJ Morena Farina, took the challenge as an opportunity to judge the contestants not on their appearance but how they interacted with her personally. After all, it's not all about looks. Intimacy 101 It's clear that expert judge – and clinical sexologist – Alessandra Rampolla ramped up her flirty challenges during this year's intimacy week. From lingerie shopping to the girls having a fantasy night – where Morena treated herself to a Titanic-inspired painting session with groom Tony Mojanovski – everyone embraced their inner flirty natures. But it wasn't all about the sexy moments – this year's intimacy week also showcased the all-important vulnerability needed for a healthy, loving relationship. This included contestant Billy Belcher's heartfelt letter to his bride, Sierah, where he candidly reflected on his childhood and how his relationship with his father has affected him in past relationships. This year's contestants were definitely taught the importance of the layers of intimacy – and if they didn't quite understand, it was discussed on the commitment ceremony couch with the experts.
The Irish Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
The most shocking moments from MAFS Australia: awkward honeymoons, unexpected old flames and ballroom dancing disasters
IT'S THE hit show from down under, where singletons embark on the ultimate journey to find true love – by marrying a complete stranger. While this year has delivered its fair share of fairytale moments, it's safe to say there has also been some jaw-dropping drama that has left us shocked on our sofas. The quest for happily ever after is never easy. Now we have all the episodes available to stream on Channel 4, we look back at the standout moments that made this year's series so unforgettable. 4 It wasn't the first time for Carina Mirabile and Paul Antoine Old flames can still spark In a Married at First Sight Australia first, one of this year's brides had not only met her groom before – she had dated him. Carina Mirabile, a 31-year-old digital marketing manager from Perth, had been on several dates with 30-year-old wellness adviser Paul Antoine before she met him again at the altar. Shocked by the coincidence but still dedicated to their quest for true love, the couple put their trust in the experiment – no matter what the outcome… If you thought it was shocking that it happened once, have we got news for you – it happened again. Rhi Disljenkovic, a 34-year-old account manager from Victoria, also expected to see a total stranger waiting for her at the end of the aisle. Instead, she was surprised to see her former flame, 39-year-old electrician Jeff Gobbels, staring back at her. The pair had dated briefly before, but, like Carina and Paul, they were happy to carry on with the experiment. 4 Jacqui Burfoot forgave Ryan Donnelly's dancefloor fail but she didn't forget First dance or dip? Let's face it: making your first dance truly unique is no easy feat – especially when most couples opt for an Ed Sheeran song. But groom Ryan Donnelly, a 36-year-old project manager from New South Wales, clearly wanted to make his mark. He certainly did – though not quite as planned. As he romantically twirled new bride Jacqui Burfoot, a 29-year-old consultant, around the dancefloor, Ryan attempted a ballroom-worthy dip. Unfortunately, his enthusiasm got the better of him and he ended up dropping Jacqui on her head. Ever the trooper, she laughed it off on the day like a true queen. However, it seems the moment wasn't forgotten, as she's since brought up the failed dip during an argument or two. 4 Jamie Marinos called out Tim Gromie's blame-game behaviour A moment for the girls It's safe to say that a good group of girls can bring the vibe to any function – and when times are tough, you know they have your back. This was definitely the case for MAFS Aus contestant Katie Johnston, a 37-year-old CEO from Queensland. After being matched with Tim, a 38-year-old primary school teacher from Victoria, the couple's relationship began rather turbulently as the groom admitted he felt 'no spark' with Katie and that she wasn't his 'type'. Following a very awkward honeymoon, the couple chose to arrive separately at the first dinner party with the rest of the contestants. Instead of admitting his part in the demise of their relationship, Tim proceeded to blame Katie and downplay his own behaviour to the rest of the group. Ultimate girls' girl and fellow contestant Jamie Marinos, 28, read the room and called Tim out for his 'gaslighting' behaviour after seeing how upset he had made Katie. The rest of her fellow female contestants followed suit, providing the comfort and hype Katie needed. While she may have not found love on the show, Katie found her besties in the girls instead. Photo challenge chaos It has to be one of our favourite challenges every year – and somehow, it just gets better. If your partner was ever asked to rank the most attractive person in a photo line-up, you'd definitely hope they'd put you first. Bride Jacqui thought so too. However, groom Ryan wasn't on the same wavelength and ranked fellow contestants Sierah Swepstone and Rhi Disljenkovic above her. Baffled by Jacqui's upset reaction, Ryan tried to make his excuses by telling her that he was just being honest – because of course that makes it all better. Meanwhile, a fellow contestant, 56-year-old DJ Morena Farina, took the challenge as an opportunity to judge the contestants not on their appearance but how they interacted with her personally. After all, it's not all about looks. Intimacy 101 It's clear that expert judge – and clinical sexologist – Alessandra Rampolla ramped up her flirty challenges during this year's intimacy week. From lingerie shopping to the girls having a fantasy night – where Morena treated herself to a Titanic-inspired painting session with groom Tony Mojanovski – everyone embraced their inner flirty natures. But it wasn't all about the sexy moments – this year's intimacy week also showcased the all-important vulnerability needed for a healthy, loving relationship. This included contestant Billy Belcher's heartfelt letter to his bride, Sierah, where he candidly reflected on his childhood and how his relationship with his father has affected him in past relationships. This year's contestants were definitely taught the importance of the layers of intimacy – and if they didn't quite understand, it was discussed on the commitment ceremony couch with the experts. 4 So whether your favourite moment this year has been the first-dance fails or the sisterhood bond, it's safe to say that all of these moments could only happen on MAFS Australia. For more unforgettable scenes and blossoming romances, stream the final dinner party and commitment ceremony on
