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Cosmopolitan
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
The shady way Adrian from MAFS Australia responded to ex Awhina's relationship with Billy
Married At First Sight Australia might be over, but drama from the most recent season still lingers. For those who followed series nine, you'll remember Adrian Araouzo and Awhina Rutene were initially paired together, as were Billy Belcher and Sierah Swepstone. However, you'll also know that neither relationship lasted, and both couples went their separate ways. (Billy felt betrayed when Sierah attended an evening meal with Adrian and fellow MAFS contestant Tony Mojanovski behind his back, while Awhina and Adrian had a commitment ceremony, but broke up before their Final Vows.) And to ramp up the drama even more, MAFS sleuths will be aware of the dating rumours between Awhina and Billy that have been flying around for months. While we can now report that the pair are official, after claiming they were "just friends" the entire time, Adrian has since entered the chat with a shady response to the relationship. Speaking to Yahoo Lifestyle, he said he had "no clue" what Billy and Awhina are doing. But if their relationship is serious, "good luck to them." Adrian then said he "hopes it's legit," because otherwise it would be "a bit embarrassing to act like a couple just for likes and attention." He continued: "I don't understand all these games certain couples are playing. If you're with someone and happy, put it out to the world [and] be proud you guys are together. Otherwise, keep it private until it's official." He then followed up by wishing them both "nothing but happiness and a healthy, successful relationship." As it stands, Awhina and Billy look super loved up. And from their joint Instagram official post, they seem to be in it for the long haul. On Friday, they shared a carousel of some recent moments, from a sweet mirror selfie to a romantic date night. The pair captioned the post: "I'll keep this one 🤭." Err, cute.
Daily Record
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
MAFS Australia couples from all 12 seasons who are now legally married - the amount might surprise you
Over 100 couples have starred on the Australian version of Married at first Sight but how many of them are actually married in real life? Since its debut on the Nine Network in May 2015, Married At First Sight Australia has matched over 100 couples. While a handful of those relationship have gone the distance, fans might be surprised to hear that only three couples have taken the leap to become legally married. Although the show features wedding-style ceremonies where participants meet and exchanged vows at the alter, there unions aren't legal - as under the Australian Marriage Act, couples must give at least one month and one day's notice before tying the knot. As this is impossible under the show's surprise matchmaking format the ceremonies on MAFS are symbolic. Instead, the couples declare their commitment to one another in front of their close friends and family, so once filming ends they are only considered boyfriend and girlfriend. While several pairs have stayed together after the cameras stopped rolling, only a select few have chosen to make their relationship official in the eyes of the law. With just three couples legally tying the knot - to date - after leaving the show. So who are the MAFSAU couple's that have tied the knot in real life... Cameron Merchant and Jules Robinson Cameron Merchant and Jules Robinson were the power couple of season six, and wasted no time tying the knot after appearing on the show back in 2019. Cameron got down on one knee during the season finale and the pair got married quickly after in November 2019, at a gorgeous ceremony in Sydney. Following their engagement Jules wrote on Instagram: "The moment you fall more in love than you thought you could fall and every little part of you says YES! I have nothing but love for this man." Fast forward six years and the couple have welcomed two sons together, their first Oliver was born in 2020 and they welcomed baby Carter into the world in July of last year. Melissa Rawson and Bryce Ruthven Melissa Rawson and Bryce Ruthven were one of the most talked about couples on season eight, with viewers failing to see the pair last outside the show. At the time there was a rumour that radio host Bryce had a secret girlfriend during filming, however Melissa spoke to the woman and said she had no concerns. Despite everyones doubts, the pair stuck it out and proved everyone wrong, going on to make their marriage official in the eyes of the law. The pair went on to had twins, two little boys Levi and Tate back in 2021 and were engaged soon after. They officially tied the knot in February of 2023 in an adorable beach ceremony in Sorrento, Victoria. Johnny Balbuziente and Kelly Knight In 2021, intruder couple, Johnny Balbuziente and Kelly Knight joined the experiment and it was love at first sight for the couple who were clearly smitten upon meeting on their wedding day on the show. Although they went on to have their fair share of ups and downs, but proved they were stronger than that as Jonny proposed to Kelly on their second anniversary. The pair got married in an intimate ceremony back in January of 2023. They shared photos from their big day, with the caption: "[ring emoji] MR & MRS BALBUZIENTE [ring emoji] 05.01.23" Kelly and Johnny have went on to welcome their first child, a daughter named Chloe Rossi Balbuziente, in July 2024.
Cosmopolitan
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
All the times the MAFSAU s12 cast have thrown shade at each other - from sly comments to cheeky interviews
Season 12 of Married At First Sight Australia might be over, but the shade has not stopped. Since the series wrapped on E4 earlier this month, the cast have been shading each other left, right, and centre, whether on their social media accounts or in official interviews. Honestly, there's been enough shade to start a whole rainforest! Jacqui Burfoot and Ryan Donnelly's marriage didn't last on the show, and Jacqui is now engaged to Clint Rice, who was with Lauren Hall (please keep up). Viewers are well aware that the pair are no longer on speaking terms, alhough Jacqui and Clint have been making some indirects (which seem to be aimed at Ryan) on social media... Then, there's Veronica Cloherty and Lauren, who've been shading their exes, Eliot and Clint. Read on to see some of the digs the MAFSAU cast have made at each other since the show ended. Who is she throwing shade at? Eliot Veronica has been making veiled references to "lustful losers who lie and cheat" on her Instagram and recently captioned a post: "When they no longer have control over you they will try and control how others see you." She didn't name any names, but it's pretty clear someone has got under her skin. She was a lot more vocal about Eliot in an interview with Glamour, saying: "[Eliot] would do things like praise me for keeping the apartment clean and for being super low-maintenance, but never asked me a personal question about my career, about my aspirations, about what's important to me." Who is she throwing shade at? Clint During season 12, Lauren said that she didn't think Clint was "alpha enough", and since filming ended, she's been making a few digs at her ex. In an interview with Glamour, she revealed that instead of working on "businesses that he wanted to start", Clint would be "would be fluffing around, folding my G-strings into little triangles." She added that she didn't think he was "innately masculine" and referred to a time when filming ran late and Clint didn't speak up to the producers. "I said to Clint, 'That's not okay - are you going to say anything about that?' He was like, 'Oh no, it's fine. We'll be alright.' And I was like, 'No, it's your job to protect us…' But he just wouldn't. He was just, like, go with the flow, everything's fine. So I felt that I was always the one being the man in the relationship," she explained. Who is she shading? Ryan Jacqui's been throwing shade at Ryan to be honest. On the show, she questioned him about his beard not being manly enough and asked him why he didn't want to be "great". And the digs haven't stopped since the show ended. She captioned a photo "real men buy flowers", she's been calling Clint her "great man" on social media, and she recently made a video while walking round Clint's Tasmanian mansion with Gladdest's song "Done With Your Ex" playing in the background. If you're not familiar with the lyrics, Gladdest sings: "If you're done with your ex, move onto the next. If you're done with your ex... The only ex I want is ex-tra money, no extra stress, no extra worries." Who is he shading? Ryan Clint isn't a big fan of his fiance's ex, and he's made that pretty clear on his socials. In a video posted to his social media account, the 44-year-old was seen strolling around his Tasmanian estate. He then looked proudly at his Porsche Macan. He captioned the clip: "POV: He wanted to be great" in reference to what Jacqui had said to Ryan on the show. Who is she shading? Jacqui Awhina Rutene and Jacqui are no longer cool. It all started when Awhina said that she thought Jacqui should have been matched with her ex Adrian Araouzou. When asked by a fan who she'd put together, Awhina replied alongside a picture of her and he son: "Adrian & Jacqui period." A MAFS fan then forwarded the whole thing to Jacqui and she's since clapped back, saying: "I feel sorry for her. And with her son in the picture?" She added: "And if speaking my truth, standing up for what I believe in and pursuing justice rubs people the wrong way - whatever - it is what it is - I don't care - that's none of my business. I genuinely couldn't care less." Who is he throwing shade at? Jamie It looked like Dave Hand could be making a sly dig at his ex Jamie Marinos. When asked by fans what he thought of her close relationship with Eliot Donovan and if they were really together, Dave replied: "I wholly doubt she's going to sleep with three cast members from this year's season," as Jamie dated Teejay Halkias before the show and was "married" to him. Who are they throwing shade at? Could be anyone at this rate Jamie and Eliot were majorly indirecting one of their cast members in a recent TikTok video. In the clip posted to Jamie's account, the pair can been seen laughing with the text: "Bestied so hard they blocked us both" written on the clip. One fan was quick to comment on the video referencing their exes: "Bye Dave! Bye Veronica!" with laughing emojis. Jamie has revealed that she no longer speaks to Dave, so could her ex be the one she's indirecting here? Married At First Sight is available to stream on
Cosmopolitan
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Only 3 MAFSAU couples from all 12 seasons are legally married - here's who has tied the knot for real
Over 100 couples have been matched on Married At First Sight Australia since it premiered on the Nine Network back in May 2025, and some of these couples are still together today. However, fans of the show might be surprised to hear that despite this, only three couples are legally married today. While the couples meet at the altar and get "married at first sight" on the dating show, this isn't actually a legally binding marriage, as The Australian Marriage Act requires couples to notify the court one month and one day before tying the knot - which would defeat the whole purpose of marrying a stranger. Instead the couples have a ceremony where they share their vows in front of their family and friends and make a commitment to one another. So, when the show ends, they're technically still boyfriends and girlfriends. Some couples have taken the extra step and made their marriage official, but as it stands, only three couples are legally married. This number could change to five, with Jacqui Burfoot and Clint Rice expected to wed next year, and Martha Kalifatidis and Michael Brunelli currently engaged. Read on for all the details on the MAFSAU couples who have tied the knot in real life. Season six power couple Cameron Merchant and Jules Robinson wasted no time signing on the dotted line after appearing on the show. Cameron actually popped the question during the finale and the pair got married in Sydney in November 2019. "The moment you fall more in love than you thought you could fall and every little part of you says YES! I have nothing but love for this man," Jules wrote on her Instagram following their engagement. The couple now have two sons, Oliver and Carter. One of the most talked about couples on season eight, Melissa Rawson and Bryce Ruthven didn't seem like the they'd go the distance. There were even rumours that radio host Bryce had a secret girlfriend before the show, however, Melissa spoke to the woman in question and said she had no concerns. The pair stuck it out and proved everyone wrong, going on to make their marriage official in the eyes of the law. Melissa gave birth to their twin sons, Levi and Tate, in 2021 and they announced their engagement soon after. They got married in February 2023 with a beachside ceremony in Sorrento, Victoria. Back in 2021, intruder couple Johnny Balbuziente and Kerry Knight entered the experiment and went on to be the only couple of season eight to officially tie the knot. The couple had their fair share of ups and downs while on the show, but proved that they were meant to be, with Johnny proposing to Kerry on their second anniversary. Johnny and Kerry got married in a intimate ceremony in January 2023, sharing a photo from their big day with the caption: "💍 MR & MRS BALBUZIENTE 💍 05.01.23." They welcomed their daughter, Chloe Rossi Balbuziente, in July 2024. Married At First Sight Australia is available to stream on
Scottish Sun
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Married At First Sight bride bravely opens up on rape ordeal and reveals heartbreaking aftermath
Scroll to find out why the reality star didn't press charges TERRIBLE TIME Married At First Sight bride bravely opens up on rape ordeal and reveals heartbreaking aftermath Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MARRIED At First Sight bride has bravely opened up on about her terrifying rape ordeal. Katie Johnstone has revealed the horrific sexual assault she endured and the heartbreaking aftermath she suffered. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Brave MAFS star Katie Johnstone has opened up about being raped in her 20s Credit: 9NEWS 6 The reality star talked about the impact the ordeal has had on her life Credit: 9NEWS 6 Katie found fame on MAFS earlier this year Credit: Channel 4 6 Katie was paired with Tim Groomie on the show but it didn't last Credit: Nine Katie found fame earlier this year when she wed Tim Groomie on Married At First Sight Australia - but the pair split early on in the experiment. The brave reality star has now opened up about her horrific rape ordeal that she suffered long before she was on the show. Now 37, Katie was violently raped by a man she "trusted" when she was just about to turn 21. Recalling her horrific ordeal to the Daily Mail, she said: "I completely froze. "I was pinned down. I couldn't move a muscle or say a word. I couldn't fight for myself. I thought I was strong – but I froze." Continuing she said: "I had just launched my second remedial massage business. I had everything going for me, and then – in an instant – it was all gone.' Too traumatised to leave her apartment for two weeks, she finally had to go to the hospital for a severe urinary tract infection caused by internal damage. "The nurse said, 'It's just a UTI – it's not the end of the world.' "But I broke down and said, 'No – I think I've been raped.'" Katie said. THE AFTERMATH Despite the hospital visit, Katie never underwent a forensic rape kit, and also kept her ordeal a secret for over a year. MAFS' Katie breaks down in tears in upsetiting scenes with Tim She told the Mail how a psychologist told her that pressing charges would "probably look like your fault" due to the lack of evidence. "For a long time, I couldn't even use the word "rape." I just called it "the event" because it was too painful to say,' she said. Katie eventually told her family, but by then the ordeal had taken a toll on her mental health and her confidence - especially her body image. She revealed how she let herself "become bigger" so she would be "less desirable, and "not an easy target". MAFS DISASTER Meanwhile, Katie became famous when she appeared on MAFS Australia at the beginning of the year. However, her marriage was over before it started. Katie and her groom Tim struggled to get on following their nuptials, with Tim even flying back to Melbourne and refusing to move in with Katie after their honeymoon. On the night of their wedding, Tim woke Katie up to say he didn't feel a spark. 6 Tim was accused of 'gaslighting' Katie on MAFS Credit: Channel 4 He has also criticised her appearance, saying he preferred more "petite women" - with fans slamming him for "fat shamming". Then, after attending the very first dinner party - separately - Tim was accused of "gaslighting" Katie into making her believe she was the problem, when she wasn't. The pair ultimately called time on their disastrous marriage not long after. Katie later revealed how she was "really hurt" by Tim in the beginning, with it "clear that he didn't get what he wanted" and he then ran back to Melbourne.
