MAFS Australia 2026 cast revealed including show's first-ever bisexual bride Julia Vogl
They look amazing!MAFS Australia 2026 officially kicks off in the UK in a few days – but who is the cast taking part?
It’s been highly anticipated this year, after reports it is the ‘most volatile’ series yet, with a lot of drama kicking off on-screen and behind-the-scenes. And it also marks the final series with expert Mel Schilling.
But who is in the line-up? Here’s everything we know!
Who is in the cast line-up for MAFS 2026?
Again, 10 brides and 10 grooms are about to say ‘I do’ without ever having met before.
So, let’s have a look.
Allisa Fay
33-year-old Alisa Fay from South Australia is impressively both a nurse and a social media manager.
Taking to her Instagram to confirm her participation, Alissa penned: “Not my most predictable move, but a very intentional one. Sometimes the biggest risks lead to the best love stories.”
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Bec Zacharia
35-year-old account manager Bec shockingly called off her previous engagement just four months before the wedding, something she says is the “toughest” thing she has done.
But after a year of growth, she is ready to find her husband. And we hope she succeeds!
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Julia Vogl
MAFS Australia is making history this year, as Julia is their first-ever bisexual bride. However, it’s something that will reportedly take up a lot of talking point in the show, which leaves her very unimpressed.
On her Instagram, Julia wrote: “I have built a life around saying yes to the unknown. When the chance came to step into love in the most unconventional way, I listened. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is leap.”
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Rebecca Zukowski
Leasing manager, Rebecca, is 51 years old. But she isn’t ready to let her age come in the way of her finding her man.
Ahead of the show starting, reports suggested Rebecca could be this season’s wild card after she was overheard yelling on her balcony during filming. So, we can’t wait to see her in action!
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Mel Akbay joins Married At First Sight Australia 2026
Communications specialist Mel moved from Canberra to Sydney in search of greener pastures, and to find someone to settle down with.
After the 28 year old watched her friends get married and start families, she is ready to find her perfect match.
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Married At First Sight Australia 2026 cast: Stella Mickunaite
The 32-year-old beauty technician moved to Australia from Lithuania nine years ago determined to build her dream life.
On her Instagram, she wrote: “I have never been afraid of starting over, only of not trying.”
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Gia Fleur
35-year-old disability support worker, Gia, has already been married previously. And it was to reality star Scott McCristal, who appeared on a number of shows previously in Australia.
But now, it seems Gia is ready to find another husband.
Brook Crompton
The 27-year-old model from Queensland has been quite the controversial character since the show began in Australia, as many have been left shocked by her behaviour on the screen.
And it seems she really was ready to settle down and have kids. Just not with any of the MAFS grooms, as not long after filming, Brook reunited with her ex. And now they are engaged with a baby on the way.
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Rachel Gilmore on Married At First Sight Australia 2026
The 35 year old had spent the last 14 years in “situationships” and so is now ready to put her faith entirely into the hands of the experts.
We hope she succeeds!
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Married At First Sight grooms: Steve Powell
50-year-old Steve is a proud dad of four and enjoys good fun nights out with his friends. And after his past relationships ended due to his own selfishness, he is ready to settle down once and for all.
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Scott McCristal
33-year-old business owner, Scott, is no stranger to reality TV. Over the years he has appeared on Blind Date, Holey Moley and Million Dollar Island.
He said in 2018: “Tradie work is not for me. I want fame. My dream goal is to do TV and movies.”
So, while trying to get more fame, could Scott actually find the one for him?
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Danny Hewitt joins MAFS Australia
34-year-old real estate worker actually grew up in the UK. But in his 20s, his love for Australia led to him making the leap and moving.
While he may be covered in the tattoos, he has described himself as a loyal, soft teddy bear who is ready to find his “ride or die”.
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Chris Nield
Construction supervisor Chris is a straight-talking, AFL loving guy who has seemingly left his partying days behind him. He even refers to himself as a “boys boy” and is adamant that he is honest, upfront and a softie at heart.
However, he has admitted he is “skeptical” to the MAFS process, so let’s hope he is proved wrong.
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David Momoh
31-year-old E-commerce product manager spends his days balancing his full-time job and his side projects. But it appears he is actually ready to make the time for love.
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Filip Gregov
The 37 year old sticks to a very strict morning routine of gym, cold showers and early starts. Filip has grown up extremely close to his family, so is looking for a traditional relationship to build a family with.
While he may be picky, Filip has faith in the MAFS experts.
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Grayson McIvor
After a party-boy phase that lasted a while, Grayson made it his goal to turn his life around.
So, now, he is looking for a confident woman who shares his values and dreams of starting a family. But it seems his place on the show was actually inspired by his best friend, Johnny Balbuziente, who found love on season eight of MAFS Australia.
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Luke Fourniotis
30-year-old farmer from Victoria took over the family business after his dad died, and unexpectedly found himself enjoying the peace that comes with it.
And now, he is ready to find someone to share his calming life with him.
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Steven Danyluk joins Married At First Sight Australia
The 34 year old is a marine technician who went from dreams of being in a heavy metal band to running his own boat business.
Now, he’s ready to get back into the world of dating.
Read more: Inside MAFS Australia’s ‘most volatile’ series yet
