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MAFS Couple's Tribute to Late Expert Mel Schilling
26 Mar
Summary
- Filip and Stella shared a heartfelt tribute to Mel Schilling.
- Mel Schilling passed away at age 54 after battling cancer.
- Her guidance helped the couple navigate personal challenges.
Married At First First Sight couple Filip Gregov and Stella Mickunaite have expressed their deep sorrow following the death of relationship expert Mel Schilling. They shared how Schilling, who passed away at 54 after a protracted fight with cancer, significantly influenced their relationship dynamics, both on and off screen.
Filip highlighted Mel's crucial role in helping Stella address emotional maturity issues, stating her advice was pivotal during their on-couch sessions. This guidance enabled them to confront real-world concerns, distinguishing their relationship's challenges from the 'high school drama' of other couples.
Filip also discussed the pressure surrounding expressing love and his own withdrawal due to past abandonment issues, a cycle Mel helped them to break. Mel Schilling had been privately battling colon cancer diagnosed in 2023, which later spread to her lungs and brain.
Mel Schilling was a central figure on the Australian MAFS for 12 seasons and also appeared in five UK series. She had announced stepping back from filming earlier in the year to focus on her health and family. Her husband, Gareth, confirmed her passing after her cancer had spread to her brain.
