Meet the brides and grooms looking for love in the new season of Married at First Sight Australia

Heartbroken after the end of a six-year relationship, Adelaide nurse Alissa is out to find love again. The dynamics with other participants will also play a factor. “There was a huge amount of mean-girl behaviour and bullying that nearly had me packing my bags,” she reveals.

Loud and outspoken, Bec is a previously engaged account manager from Adelaide. After cancelling her wedding four months before the scheduled big day, she says it’ll be a “big shock” to her ex that she’s a part of the experiment.

Stunning Gold Coast model and fashionista Brook admits she’s been cheated on in almost all of her previous relationships. Heading into the MAFS experiment with cautious optimism, she hopes to find a tall, tanned and loyal groom at the end of the aisle.

Originally from Lithuania, the beauty technician believes her cultural background can sometimes see her come across as blunt or harsh, although she’s really deeply sensitive. The Sydneysider’s seeking a more traditional relationship, where the man takes the lead.

The Melbourne leasing manager is this year’s eldest bride and has the full support of her ex-husband. Confident and unapologetic, she thinks intimacy is the key to a strong relationship. “It’s not just about the act itself,” she tells us. “It’s about the human connection that brings you close.”

After feeling left behind by all her married friends, the Sydney public servant has decided it’s her turn. She is a “pink girl” looking for her “blue man”. Mel explains, “It might sound a little old-fashioned, but I truly enjoy bringing a soft, feminine, nurturing energy into a relationship.”

Warm, vibrant and hopeful, the Melbourne recruitment leader hasn’t been in a solid relationship for 14 years. Exhausted by “situationships” and men who’ve failed to make her feel attractive, she longs for a husband who’s ready to put in the work.

This divorced Melbourne mum of one is a disability support worker with zero filter. With blonde hair, implants, tattoos and a bold personality to match, Gia has made it clear she’s here to find a husband, not make friends. Expect controversy to follow!

Melbourne “confidence and charisma consultant” Julia, is bisexual and doesn’t know if a man or a woman will be waiting at the altar. A deep thinker and a romantic who had a “wonderful upbringing”, she’s looking for someone with “a secure attachment style”.

Meet the 2026 grooms

Victorian construction supervisor Chris, proudly calls himself a “boy’s boy”, with pet hates including excessive makeup and fake tan. While sceptical of the experiment, he describes himself as honest – but also admits he’ll bend the truth to avoid conflict!

Nigerian-born David grew up with two pastor parents, who shaped him to value faith. But there’s another side to this former rapper, who has plenty of women sliding into his DMs. He hopes to meet an attractive woman with a small waist and a “big booty”.

Cheeky UK import Danny went from tradie to high-flying finance and real estate businessman. A self-confessed “former player” covered in tatts, he’s looking for a “ride or die” partner who can keep up with him and make him laugh.

Croatian-born carpenter Filip is disciplined to the core – think three-minute cold showers and high standards. He’s picky with women due to how hard he’s worked to rebuild his life. “I hit rock bottom in April 2022 and realised I had to change my partying ways,” he explains.

Once dreaming of AFL stardom, Grayson, 34, saw his career unravel due to “injury, poor choices and immaturity”. When his sporting days ended, partying began, but now the Gold Coast company director’s back on track with a clear goal – to marry and become a dad.

Entrepreneur Scott lives life at full throttle, having built multiple businesses and dated influencers. While he might look like a player, the Gold Coast bloke insists he’s a lonely softie, who’s ready to settle down as soon as he finds his forever woman.

Since taking over his late father’s cattle farm in rural Victoria, Luke, 30, might have adapted to country life, but he misses living in the city. His last serious relationship ended after his dad’s death and fear of loss has kept him guarded.

Steven spent most of his twenties in a heavy metal band, before starting his boat repair business. Now one of the last single men in his circle, he’s tired of women with dating checklists and is trusting the experts to find someone who accepts him for who he is.

The eldest groom Steve is the father of four girls, and makes his living by flipping pubs and hospitality venues. The Melbourne local owns his past selfishness, but now says he’s ready to slow down and share life’s simple luxuries with the right woman.

Married at First Sight Australia returns Monday 9 February on Three and ThreeNow.