Married At First Sight has seen countless scandals over the years, from gaslighting grooms and cheating brides to physical brawls and wine throws.
And producers have promised that viewers won’t be disappointed by the upcoming tenth season, which will have even more outrageous bombshells than ever before.
‚Gaslighting gets tackled again, but other things about the way people treat each other in relationships, which for us – we think we’ve seen it all – is shocking…‘
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McWilliams also warned that viewers will be ‚fired up‘ and ‚divided‘ by some of the storylines this season, while fellow producer John Walsh said that they’ve topped themselves again and things will play out in a way people ‚won’t expect‘.
‚If we’re being shocked still, then you know the content’s pretty ballsy,‘ executive producer Tara McWilliams said
In addition to the scandals, Married At First Sight’s tenth season will feature some of the show’s hottest cast members when it launches later this month.
And ahead of the highly anticipated premiere on January 30, Channel Nine has released official photos of this year’s participants.
Fans have been treated to a glimpses of 10 new brides and 10 grooms.
Married At First Sight’s tenth season will feature some of the show’s hottest cast members when it launches later this month
Bronte Schofield, 28, Online Beauty Educator, WA
Bronte is a ‚pocket rocket‘ who’s used to getting a lot of attention, but has yet to find true love.
Too many experiences with hurt and betrayal have left Bronte with trust issues. She admits to letting men walk all over her as they take advantage of her kindness – something her family are constantly on the lookout to protect her from.
She’s looking for an alpha male with whom she can have stimulating conversations and spoil rotten.
Bronte Schofield, 28, WA: Bronte is a ‚pocket rocket‘ who’s used to getting a lot of attention, but has yet to find true love
Melinda Willis, 32, CEO, Fashion & Beauty, QLD
‚Alpha female‘ Melinda is a confident, sassy businesswoman who doesn’t have a problem attracting men – but the right kind of men always seem to elude her.
Beneath her tough exterior, she’s very emotional and can get in her head about the smallest things, leading to constant conflict in relationships.
She’s looking for an ambitious man who is equally business-minded, understands her lifestyle and won’t be clingy – but he must be patient.
Melinda Willis, 32, QLD: ‚Alpha female‘ Melinda is a confident, sassy businesswoman who doesn’t have a problem attracting men – but the right kind of men always seem to elude her
Tahnee Cook, 27, PR Manager, NSW
Fast-talking, passionate and bubbly, Tahnee is sick of dating apps and the shallow, swipe-right culture that results in ’situationships‘ being all about looks and no real connection.
After growing up as the awkward teenager, she now gets attention from guys but they’re still not asking her out and she’s left wondering what she’s doing wrong.
She may work in a high-pressure position, but Tahnee is not high-maintenance.
Tahnee Cook, 27, NSW: Fast-talking, passionate and bubbly, Tahnee is sick of dating apps and the shallow, swipe-right culture that results in ’situationships‘ being all about looks and no real connection
Alyssa Barmonde, 35, Executive Assistant, NSW
Growing up in Utah, Alyssa was raised a Mormon, and family is a huge part of her life.
Alyssa has been single for a year since her seven-year marriage ended. She’s finding it hard to date as a single mum, and even harder on dating apps.
But Alyssa is taking a chance on love again and walking down the aisle for a second time, feeling a bit nervous but hopeful for a happy ending.
Although Alyssa seems as bubbly and sweet as the Instagram-worthy baked foods she spends hours creating in her kitchen, don’t be mistaken: she admits she can be bossy and digs her heels in even when she knows she’s wrong.
Alyssa Barmonde, 35, NSW: Growing up in Utah, Alyssa was raised a Mormon, and family is a huge part of her life
Janelle Han, 28, Beauty Influencer, WA
Janelle is a driven, self-assured woman who grew up in a strict Singaporean-Chinese family.
With her parents still happily married, Janelle is looking for a partner her family will love and approve of.
With her biological clock ticking, she’s only interested in serious relationships and marriage.
Janelle Han, 28, WA: Janelle is a driven, self-assured woman who grew up in a strict Singaporean Chinese family
Caitlin McConville, 27, Makeup Artist, QLD
Caitlin is a hopeless romantic who’s had her heart broken one too many times.
She’s refusing to settle for anything less than she deserves and is turning to the experts for help.
She’s chosen a solo life after dating too many ‚douchebags with big egos‘, but after two years of no intimacy she’s looking to the experts for an ‚intervention‘.
Caitlin McConville, 27, QLD: Caitlin is a hopeless romantic who’s had her heart broken one too many times.
Lyndall Grace, 27, Accountant, WA
Lyndall has been living with cystic fibrosis, but with new medicine extending her life expectancy and giving her the lung capacity of someone without CF, she has a renewed outlook on finding love.
She is now taking risks and grabbing life by the horns, and is looking for someone who will live life the same way.
Lyndall Grace, 27, WA: Lyndall has been living with cystic fibrosis, but with new medicine extending her life expectancy and giving her the lung capacity of someone without CF, she has a renewed outlook on finding love
Melissa Shepherd, 41, Hairdresser, NSW
At the age of 41, Melissa is looking for her last shot at real love.
After a 10-year marriage and co-parenting her son, she’s ready to meet the man of her dreams.
She’s upbeat, charismatic, cheeky, flirtatious and very comfortable with her sexuality, and she expects her man to keep up with her.
She’s looking for Prince Charming, or better yet, Thor!
Melissa Shepherd, 41, NSW: At the age of 41, Melissa is looking for her last shot at real love
Sandy Jawanda, 36, Dental therapist, VIC
Sandy is a mid-thirties Indian woman born in Australia who has never been in a serious relationship and has had very little experience with men.
Growing up with strict parents who upheld traditional values of Indian culture, she had limited exposure to the opposite sex – she was not allowed to mix with boys and had no male friends, and went to a girls school and studied a Bachelor of nursing amongst mosly women.
Sandy has insecurities that come with the lack of dating experience and the fear of being used for ‚one thing‘.
She hopes to find someone who can respect her boundaries and help her overcome these fears.
With her parents still happily together in an arranged marriage, Sandy believes the MAFS experiment could work for her, trusting the experts to match her with someone compassionate, and they’ll meet at a beautiful Bollywood wedding.
Sandy Jawanda, 36, VIC: Sandy is a mid-thirties Indian woman born in Australia who has never been in a serious relationship and has had very little experience with men.
Claire Nomarhas, Kindergarten Assistant, 31
Claire is an unapologetic free spirit who comes from a chaotic Greek family.
She loves the outdoors and is an adrenaline junkie, but also has a softer side and is spiritual and reflective.
Claire’s hoping to find true love and make it third time lucky for her family.
Claire Nomarhas, 31, VIC: Claire is an unapologetic free spirit who comes from a chaotic Greek family
Cameron Woods, 27, Carpenter, NT
Aussie larrikin Cameron is a down-to-earth, cheeky and laidback carpenter who moved to Darwin to work in Indigenous communities in the Northern Territory.
He’s never had a girlfriend, so taking part in the MAFS experiment is way out of his comfort zone.
But with full faith that the experts will find him someone who is open to loving him and his transient lifestyle, he’s ready to take the plunge with a stranger.
Cameron Woods, 27, NT: Aussie larrikin Cameron is a down-to-earth, cheeky and laidback carpenter who moved to Darwin to work in Indigenous communities in the Northern Territory
Ollie Skelton, 26, Voice-Over Artist, WA
Ollie is confident, charismatic, and mature beyond his years, and definitely knows how to use his words to get what he wants.
He may be young, but he’s no fan of modern dating and has sworn off swiping to find love.
He’s had one serious relationship and knows what it feels like to fall in love, so he’s looking for that special someone this time around.
Raised by three women – his mum and two sisters – Ollie is looking for a strong, independent, and patient woman who can accept his sometimes lazy and stubborn nature.
But don’t get Ollie wrong – underneath it all he has a romantic side and wants to be able to give and receive love.
Ollie Skelton, 26, WA: Ollie is confident, charismatic, and mature beyond his years, and definitely knows how to use his words to get what he wants
Layton Mills, 35, CEO, NSW
Layton is a major self-starter. At just 19, he started a number of successful businesses, including his latest project in medicinal cannabis for pets.
While he is motivated and driven in business, he doesn’t commit to making love a priority and often puts work first.
This has caused issues in his relationships, as he spends more time in the office, on his computer and in meetings than he does with a significant other.
At 35, Layton is the only single person in his close-knit group of friends, and he’s finally realised that something must change.
He’s also close to his parents and wants to be there to care for them as they age.
Layton Mills, 35, NSW: Layton is a major self-starter. At just 19, he started a number of successful businesses, including his latest project in medicinal cannabis for pets
Prince Charming is here! Chivalrous Duncan has no trouble meeting women, but often finds himself in relationships that aren’t compatible.
In a relationship, he wants to be the best friend and the lover.
He’s searching for a woman with class, emotional intelligence, confidence, and physical attraction.
Duncan is hoping the match-up experts get it right this time.
Duncan James, 36, NSW: Prince Charming is here! Chivalrous Duncan has no trouble meeting women, but often finds himself in relationships that aren’t compatible
Dan is a twice-married father of a teenage daughter and is looking for Mrs Right.
He wants someone who is healthy, fit, motivated and can match his lifestyle, dreams and ambitions.
Born into humble beginnings, Dan has worked hard to reach his current level of success and drives a Porsche 911.
With his perfect life almost complete, Dan is now searching for the final piece of the puzzle.
Dan Hunjas, 42, QLD: Dan is a twice-married father of a teenage daughter and is looking for Mrs Right
Harrison Boon, 32, Builder, NSW
With a bone-dry sense of humour that can catch people unaware, Harrison is looking for love but isn’t taking himself too seriously.
The single dad of a three-year-old is open to having more children with the right woman, but won’t settle for just anyone—he sets the bar ‚ridiculously high‘ to achieve greatness in love.
Inspired by his parents‘ 33-year marriage, Harrison is eager to change his ways after two years on the singles circuit and settle down with a beautiful woman who shares his zest for life, goals, values and sense of humour.
Harrison Boon, 32, NSW: With a bone-dry sense of humour that can catch people unaware, Harrison is looking for love but isn’t taking himself too seriously
Jesse Burford, 30, Marriage Celebrant, WA
Formerly in a heavy metal band, Jesse is now a Perth marriage celebrant who officiates in a rock star style.
He has officiated over 500 weddings, but witnessing so much love and commitment has left him wanting the same for himself.
Honest and emotional, Jesse has had two serious relationships that started with an instant connection, so he’s on the lookout for those sparks again.
He’s extremely fussy when it comes to choosing partners and has an extensive list of turn-offs.
With wine snobs, cosmetic enhancements and gym junkies all setting him off, Jesse is hoping that love can still flourish in the experiment, even if his date isn’t perfect.
Jesse Burford, 30, WA: Formerly in a heavy metal band, Jesse is now a Perth marriage celebrant who officiates in a rock star style
Adam Seed, 35, Business Owner
Cocky and confident, Adam is a modern-day entrepreneur who is always on the lookout for the next business opportunity.
In his twenties he was in a relationship for almost 10 years, and they became engaged before he realised he was too young to settle down.
After fine-tuning his dating skills out in the world for many years, Adam now finds dating apps fruitless in the search for new love because he says everyone ‚just sits behind a keyboard‘.
Since calling London home for the past six years, Adam has flown halfway across the world with hopes of finding love Down Under with someone who is as mature, honest and open as he is.
Adam Seed, 35, VIC: Cocky and confident, Adam is a modern-day entrepreneur who is always on the lookout for the next business opportunity
Shannon Adams, 30, Personal Trainer, VIC
At first glance, Shannon might seem like your average carefree bachelor, but deep down he’s a sensitive soul in search of love.
He has a three-year-old daughter that he loves dearly and was in an on-again-off-again relationship with his ex-partner for many years, but now he’s ready to move on with someone he can build a future with.
Shannon is sometimes hot-headed and his no-nonsense, say-it-how-it-is attitude can get him into trouble.
But after a year of self-development and reflection he feels like he is his best version yet, and is looking for someone who will accept him just as he is.
Shannon Adams, 30, VIC: At first glance, Shannon might seem like your average carefree bachelor, but deep down he’s a sensitive soul in search of love
Josh is the self-proclaimed and self-deprecating ’station wagon‘ of relationships – stable, dependable, and solid.
A loving single father of two who loves Disney so much that he named his kids after his favorite characters, he’s now looking for a special someone to join him in life’s journey.
Navigating a whole new dating game that’s been completely changed since he was last single has been a struggle, and he’s still coming to terms with ghosting and other unfortunate side effects of modern dating.
Joshua White, 40, NSW: Josh is the self-proclaimed and self-deprecating ’station wagon‘ of relationships – stable, dependable, and solid
