If you're playing catch up with Married At First Sight Australia (the most dramatic of the MAFS franchise) then you'll probably want to know which couples went the distance – and which vowed never to speak again.
Despite having different first impressions of each other on their wedding day, Jacqui Burfoot and Ryan Donnelly persisted and made it all the way to final vows. When they first met Jacqui admitted that Ryan did not live up to her expectations, however Ryan reported 'instinctive chemistry'. So what happened in their final episode? Are they still together? And if not, are they dating anyone new?
Are Jacqui and Ryan still married?
After making it to final vows on the show, Jacqui and Ryan sadly decided to part ways. For anyone who watched this series, it doesn't come as a huge surprise given how much they argued.
In fact, Ryan called his bride a 'high-maintenance nightmare' and she responded, 'in a world of red flags, you are the red carpet'. Speaking to Nine about her iconic vows, Jacqui said: 'For me, I just spoke my truth and my reality. In hindsight I could have spoken more out of emotion and talked about how I felt, but everyone had complained I was being too dramatic.'
Not only did Jacqui reveal all of this before the finale (which is technically against the rules), but it turns out in true MAFS fashion she has ended up with a different husband from the experiment. Sharing the news on Instagram, the New Zealand-born reality star wrote: 'I am ready to settle down and have babies (4-5 kiddos) ANNNNDDDDD I am currently in a relationship with a person who has exactly what I asked for — someone kind, considerate, a great man, and intelligent.'
It has since been revealed that Jacqui is dating MAFS groom Clint Rice, who was previously married to Lauren Hall in the experiment. All of which is likely to play out (dramatically) during the upcoming MAFS reunion.
What has Jacqui said about being on Married At First Sight?
Rumour has it Jacqui refused to let production control her story so when they took over her social media accounts, she just created a new one where she wasn't afraid to share spoilers. Jacqui claims she was given the 'crazy woman' edit and says she kept secret vlogs during the filming process.
'I actually have a diary cam taken during filming of me saying, "I don't think they're going to air Ryan's behaviour because it's not appropriate for TV because it's way too rough and controlling and disgusting. I hope they don't just air me crying because I'm going to look f***ing insane."'
Is Jacqui still with Clint?
Yes! Apparently Jacqui has moved into Clint's home in Tasmania. Responding to viewer questions via TikTok, Jacqui said, 'I am very happy. I'm an 11/10 for life happiness and satisfaction.' A glowing review if we've ever heard one!
Is Ryan dating anyone new?
It's not confirmed that Ryan is in a new relationship, but he seems to be enjoying the single life and has reportedly been spotted getting close to different women on nights out.
Nikki Peach is a writer at Grazia UK, working across pop culture, TV and news. She has also written for the i, i-D and the New Statesman Media Group and covers all things TV for Grazia (treating high and lowbrow shows with equal respect).