Married at First Sight Australia under police investigation
NSW Police are investigating whether producers shared a male cast member's private information with his on-screen partner.
NSW Police started investigating Married at First Sight Australia in August. A male cast member said producers shared his private information with his on-screen bride.
Channel 9 said it knew about the investigation. Endemol Shine Australia has not replied to many requests for comment.
The show faced serious criticism earlier this year. BBC reporting showed cast members were not told their partners had previous drug and violence convictions.
Australia's media watchdog called the findings serious and upsetting. The British version of MAFS faces its own investigation after rape allegations emerged in May.
Those allegations involve a different production company.
- Monday 24 August 2026
- Investigation start
- Nine former cast members spoke to BBC
- Prior cast complaints
- Endemol Shine Australia
- Production company
- Western Australia Police Force
- Police referral
Why it mattersThe show has raised serious welfare questions. This investigation tests if producers properly protect cast members.
AustraliaMAFS Australia is one of Channel 9's biggest hits; the investigation and earlier scandals could affect viewership and the show's future on Australian television.
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