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MAFS Australia Stars Felt Unsafe Due to Unrevealed Criminal Pasts
13 Jun
Summary
- Cast members felt unprotected due to partners' undisclosed criminal histories.
- One participant discovered her match had a past drug conviction post-show.
- Former cast members urge improved background checks for participant safety.
Married at First Sight Australia stars have voiced serious concerns, reporting that the show left them feeling unprotected. This was primarily due to their on-screen partners having criminal pasts that were not disclosed to them before or during filming.
One former participant shared that she was unaware her matched partner had a previous drug conviction, only finding out after the series concluded. Another groom from the same season had a history of affray, which his on-screen bride reportedly did not know about.
Nine ex-cast members from MAFS Australia have publicly urged the production company, Endemol Shine Australia, to implement stronger background checks. They are calling for individuals with prior convictions or allegations to be excluded to guarantee participant safety and informed consent.
While MAFS Australia is produced by Endemol Shine Australia and airs on Channel 9, it is distinct from the UK version. In response to these allegations, Channel 9 and Endemol Shine Australia issued a joint statement asserting that they have robust protocols in place to ensure participant safety and wellbeing.
