EXCLUSIVE MAFS 2025: Groom in hot water with Channel Nine after he is caught sending secret messages to former cast behind his bride's back Do you have a tip about MAFS? Email [email protected] By Ali Daher For Daily Mail Australia Published: 01:52 EDT, 13 August 2024 | Updated: 01:52 EDT, 13 August 2024 e-mail 17 shares View comments A Married At First Sight groom has found himself at the centre of controversy, leaving both his bride and the show's producers fuming .
The groom, who Daily Mail Australia has chosen not to name, has already landed himself in hot water with Channel Nine after he was caught secretly messaging former MAFS contestants for advice—behind his partner's back . The messages, which were reportedly sent via Instagram, have raised eyebrows on set, with the groom allegedly seeking advice on how to navigate the show's intense pressures. But what really set alarm bells ringing was his supposed plan to 'go rogue,' a move that could potentially derail the entire season.
According to an insider close to production, 'he's been vocal about feeling set up by producers, even though we're only two weeks into filming, and it's causing a lot of tension on set.' The insider revealed that the groom has been difficult to manage, with discussions already underway about possibly removing him from the show. 'He's treating his bride terribly,' the source continued.
'Their living arrangement has become really uncomfortable, and it's heartbreaking to see someone not taking the process seriously.' A Married At First Sight groom has found himself at the centre of controversy, leaving both his bride and the show's producers fuming (Pictured: MAFS groom Billy Belcher) The groom, who Daily Mail Australia has chosen not to name, has already landed himself in hot water with Channel Nine after he was caught secretly messaging former MAFS contestants for advice - behind his partner's back The insider continued: 'It's like he's more interested in leveraging his fifteen minutes of fame than actually making his marriage work.' This shocking revelation comes on the heels of another MAFS couple, Katie Johnson and Tim Gromie, who have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons.
The troubled pair were spotted checking into One Global Resorts Green Square—formerly known as the Skye Suites—separately, fuelling rumours that their marriage is already on the rocks. The messages, which were reportedly sent via Instagram, have raised eyebrows on set, with the groom allegedly seeking advice on how to navigate the show's intense pressures But what really set alarm bells ringing was his supposed plan to 'go rogue,' a move that could potentially derail the entire season In photos taken last week, social enterprise CEO Katie was seen arriving at the resort alone, just hours after attending the first dinner party solo. Sources on set have hinted that an explosive argument during their honeymoon may have been the final straw for the couple.
'Katie and Tim were never on the same page,' a source revealed. 'Their honeymoon was a disaster, and by the time the first dinner party rolled around, things had gone from bad to worse. They're barely speaking at this point.
' This shocking revelation comes on the heels of another MAFS couple, Katie Johnson and Tim Gromie, who have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Both pictured In photos taken last week, social enterprise CEO Katie was seen arriving at the resort alone, just hours after attending the first dinner party solo The first dinner party of the season, usually a highlight of the show, quickly descended into chaos as tensions boiled over. One insider described the scene as 'one of the wildest dinner parties in MAFS history,' with two participants nearly coming to blows.
'There was so much shouting and drama,' the source added. 'It set the tone for the rest of the season, and it's only going to get crazier from here.' Daily Mail Australia has reached out for to Channel Nine comment.
Married At First Sight 2025: Meet the cast Rhi Disljenkovic IT account manager, Melbourne Lauren Hall CEO, Brisbane Eliot Donovan Brisbane Paul Antoine FIFO Wellness Coach, Perth Morena Farina DJ, Melbourne Billy Belcher Plasterer, Perth Jacqueline Burfoot Lawyer-turned-entrepreneur, Sydney Katie Johnson Social enterprise CEO, QLD Ryan Model, Sydney Sierah Swepstone Technical analyst, Melbourne Carina Mirabile Fashion influencer, Perth Dave Hand Caulker Business Owner, Melbourne Jeff Gobbels Business owner, Melbourne Adrian Araouzou Sports leisure brand owner, Sydney Jake Luik Wellbeing coordinator, Perth Tony Mojanovski Council Worker, NSW Awhina Rutene Perth Tim Gromie Married At First Sight Australia Share or comment on this article: MAFS 2025: Groom in hot water with Channel Nine after he is caught sending secret messages to former cast behind his bride's back e-mail 17 shares Add comment.
