If that name doesn’t ring a bell for you, then maybe you’ll remember her as the self-professed “tall, horny bogan” from Jimmy Nicholson‘s season.
Here’s everything to know about Sierah.
An icon. Image: Ten.
Sierah Swepstone is the first ex-Bachelor contestant on MAFS
While there always seems to be reality TV crossovers — like MAFS 2024’s Ben Walters apparently being approached for The Bachelors and Janelle Han choosing MAFS 2023 instead of receiving roses — this will actually be the first time an ex-contestant has appeared on the MAFS social experiment.
And if it was going to be anyone, we’re low-key excited it’s Sierah. Her exit from Jimmy’s 2021 season of The Bachelor was iconic.
Remember when she told all of Australia that she “definitely had chlamydia”? We’re all for a woman of honesty who doesn’t give two shits about the judgement.
Apparently, Sierah was poached by MAFS producers
Bring it on! Image: Ten.
Daily Mail Australia reported that Sierah was poached by MAFS producers. An insider told the publication, “She is a nutter but amazing for television because she just doesn’t care.”
Honestly, it was a shame that she was on Jimmy’s season (because it had one of the worst ratings in television history). However, it’s good she’ll be making her return on a show people actually care to watch.
Sierah will be joining fellow reality TV personality Paul Antoine from The Real Love Boat, who’s already been married off to his ex-fling Carina Mirabile.
Alongside them is a wave of actor hopefuls, including Ryan Donnelly, and former Neighbours actor turned businessman Jeff Gobbels.
We can smell their new followers from here.
Married At First Sight 2025 airs Sundays at 7:30pm and Monday – Wednesday at 7pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
The full MAFS 2025 cast list is out, giving us a glimpse at the soon-to-be Brides and Grooms, and their match-ups. One groom who’s already apparently causing quite the stir on set with his TV bride is 38-year-old Tim Gromie.
Here’s everything we know about Tim so far.
Who is Tim Gromie?
Per his Nine bio, Tim hails from Victoria and describes his job as a primary school teacher as a source of joy.
But his life hasn’t been without heartbreak. Tim nearly proposed to a former girlfriend, only for the relationship to end before he could pop the question.
Now, he’s entering the MAFS 2025 experiment as a self-proclaimed “big, cuddly teddy bear” ready to give his all to a meaningful connection.
Who is Tim paired with for MAFS 2025?
On MAFS 2025, Tim is reportedly paired with Katie Johnson on MAFS 2025, who describes herself on Instagram as living a “bougie hippie life.”
A mentor, writer, traveler, and nature lover, Katie is also the founder of EATS HQ, a Queensland-based social enterprise restaurant focused on “empowering all through support.”
Sounds like a match made in wholesome heaven, right? Well, maybe not.
Tim Gromie and Katie Johnson are paired for MAFS 2025. Image: Nine, Instagram
Trouble already?
Despite their promising backgrounds, things may not be as rosy for Tim and Katie as one would hope.
According to Daily Mail, the couple was seen checking into Green Square’s One Global Resorts (formerly Skye Suites) separately, suggesting their TV marriage is already in trouble.
Katie reportedly attended the first dinner party solo, fuelling further speculation about a rift.
A source spilled the tea to the news outlet about an explosive argument during the couple’s honeymoon that set the tone for their rocky relationship.
“Katie and Tim were never on the same page,” the insider 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.” Yikes.
Apparently Tim wants “nothing to do” with MAFS 2025
Fans noticed something off in Tim’s official promo photo shared by MAFS on Instagram, with one commenter joking that it looked like it was edited on “Microsoft Windows Paint version 2003.”
The backstory? Daily Mail alleges Tim skipped the cast photoshoot entirely, unwilling to engage after filming wrapped.
A source told the publication that Tim wanted “nothing to do with the show anymore”.
“Tim felt like the experts had really let him down, and he wasn’t shy about making his frustrations known. It got to the point where he didn’t want to be associated with the show at all,” the insider added.
Will Tim’s experience on MAFS 2025 live up to the drama, or is there more to his story? It won’t be long until we find out, and we’ll be watching!
Married At First Sight 2025 will premiere on January 27 on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Almost every year, at least one of the Married At First Sight (MAFS) Brides or Grooms leaves the experiment with a sour taste in their mouth, and it appears Tim Gromie is the participant carrying on the tradition in 2025.
Tim was announced on the official MAFS Instagram page as one of the 20 participants in the 2025 experiment. However, fans have noticed that his promo photo is slightly different from that shared of the other MAFS 2025 cast members.
“They did Jake so dirty in this picture … Photoshop on Microsoft Windows Paint version 2003,” One person commented.
The other contestants—aside from Jake Luik— clearly have professional photos taken for their promo photos, which left fans wondering why Tim and Jake’s photos were different.
Jake’s promotional photo for MAFS 2025. Image: Nine.Tim’s promotional photo for MAFS 2025. Image: Nine.
MAFS 2025’s Tim Gromie reportedly refused to attend a promotional photoshoot
According to Daily Mail Australia, both Tim and Jake skipped out on the promotional photoshoot. The publication reported that Jake was sick with an ear infection, however, Tim’s reason for not showing up was more scandalous.
A source told the publication that Tim wanted “nothing to do with the show anymore” after he wrapped filming.
“Tim felt like the experts had really let him down, and he wasn’t shy about making his frustrations known. It got to the point where he didn’t want to be associated with the show at all,” the insider added.
Avid fans of MAFS will remember that there was a promotional photo controversy during the 2024 season.
Groom Simon Floccohad an announcement photo that was considerably lower quality than the other cast members.
MAFS 2025 groom Tim Gromie’s low-res photo is reminiscent of Simon Flocco’s in 2025. Image: Nine.
Turns out, Simon was the runaway groom of the season, and he didn’t even make it down the aisle. So, he was well and truly out of the picture by the time the promotional photoshoot rolled around at the end of the season.
Whether that will be the same story for Tim? We’ll just have to wait and see.
Married At First Sight Season 12 will air on Channel 9 and 9Now in 2025.
Rachel Gunn — AKA Raygun — is reportedly in the sights ofI’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! producers following her viral breakdancing routine at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
According to New Idea magazine, the 36-year-old has been deemed “the ideal campmate” by unnamed producers of the hit TV show. On top of that, two of the I’m a CelebrityAustralia 2025 cast clues strongly suggest that the Olympian will be heading to South Africa.
I’m a Celebrity hosts Robert Irwin and Julia Morris. Image: Ten.
In the past, the show has had the likes of Bernard Tomic, Abbie Chatfield, Domenica Calarco, Brendan Fevola, Callum Hole and many more in the campsite.
Is Raygun going to be on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here?
Although Raygun hasn’t officially been confirmed to join the I’m A Celebrity Australia 2025 cast yet, there is some compelling evidence supporting the idea.
In December 2025, the first cast clue was posted on the I’m a Celebrity Instagram account, revealing that an Olympian was entering the jungle.
“A headline-grabbing Olympian has a ticket to the African wilds. They love freestyle; will the Jungle break them?” the narrator said in the clip.
Then, in mid-January 2025, a second clue was published, which further indicated that Raygun was the celeb in question.
The bonus clue shared three emojis representing the mystery Olympian: a kangaroo, a croissant, and a cap.
Of course, Raygun famously imitated a Kangaroo during her routine at the Paris Olympics, during which she wore a cap. It doesn’t exactly take a rocket scientist to connect the emojis to the controversial breakdancer.
Furthermore, back in August 2024, New Idea magazine reported that the I’m a Celebrity producers were in talks with Raygun about joining the show.
“The public will want to hear her story in the jungle. Love her or loathe her, she has everyone talking,” the source told the publication.
Raygun made a video cameo at the 2024 Logies in August, where she encouraged the industry to whip out some of her moves to celebrate the night.
Raygun surprised the TV industry with an appearance at the Logies. Image: Seven.
“It’s these viral moments and water-cooler conversations that IAC [I’m a Celebrity] will want to capitalise on,” the source said.
How did Raygun become famous?
Raygun has been the topic of the internet since she performed at the Paris 2024 Olympics, busting out the sprinkler and some kangaroo-esque moves that baffled the audience.
In August, Raygun was referenced on The Jimmy Fallon Show and at an Adele concert that same month, truly proving that she got the world talking (and smiling).
While not everyone was supportive of Raygun making it to the Olympics—where she was awarded zero points—it’s likely that people are keen to hear more about her story.
Perhaps we will in the jungle?
I’m a Celebrity Australia… Get Me Out Of Here Australia 2025 will premiere on January 19 on Channel 10 and 10Play.
The 2025 Australian Open has kicked off, giving tennis fans two weeks of top-tier tennis action at Melbourne Park. But for Australian star Nick Kyrgios‘ return to the AO, the tournament ended almost as soon as it began.
Kyrgios faced off against Scotland’s Jacob Fearnley in the first round of the AO 2025 draw, only to fall in straight sets: 7-6 (7-3), 6-3, 7-6 (7-2).
The loss has left fans wondering if this might be the final singles match the tennis icon plays at his home Grand Slam.
Nick Kyrgios hints at retirement following tough loss at Australian Open
After the match, Kyrgios left everyone guessing about his future during a candid press conference.
“Realistically, I can’t see myself playing singles again here,” the 29-year-old confessed, fuelling speculation about a potential early retirement.
Nick struggled with an abdominal strain during the match, limiting his performance.
Despite the physical challenges, he pushed through to deliver a show for the packed John Cain Arena.
“I knew tonight was going to be tough,” Nick admitted.
“But just seeing the fans line up for four, five hours… it was hard to throw the towel in.”
Reflecting on the toll injuries have taken, he added: “I’m here because I feel like I deserve to be here, but it’s hard when you’re competing for the biggest tournaments in the world and struggling to win sets physically. It’s pretty tough.”
Nick Kyrgios at the Australian Open 2025. Image: Instagram
The doubles dream lives on for Nick
While his singles campaign is over, Nick isn’t done with the Australian Open 2025 just yet. He confirmed that he will team up with his good mate Thanasi Kokkinakis for the doubles competition.
When asked if he was still fit for doubles, Nick responded with a confident, “Yeah, yeah, yeah.”
He added, “Me and Thanasi… we owe it to each other to go out there and play. Obviously, I know that he’s a physical wreck most of the time, but he somehow pushes through. Props to him for getting through his match today.”
The singles result may sting, but doubles offers Nick a swing at redemption, and a chance to keep his Aussie fans cheering. Best of luck to them!
Catch The Australian Open 2025 on Channel 9 and 9Now.
The wait is nearly over with Married At First Sight 2025 (MAFS) just weeks away! Now that the MAFS Season 12 cast has finally been revealed, fans are flooding socials with their unfiltered thoughts as they react to this year’s brides and grooms.
While the lineup of (mostly) fresh faces has some viewers ready to grab their popcorn buckets, not everyone is impressed. Critiques range from diversity concerns to the inclusion of reality TV vets and the ever-present crop of aspiring influencers.
Keep reading for the juiciest fan reactions to the MAFS 2025 cast!
One major reaction from fans has been a quick criticism of the MAFS 2025 cast for its lack of inclusivity.
On Reddit, one user didn’t hold back, commenting, “Very white… again,” while another chimed in with, “Looks about white.”
Meanwhile, a third dropped a heavy dose of sarcasm: “Great to see so much diversity again this year.”
Over on Instagram, the conversation continued with comments like: “Another diverse cast as usual.”
But not everyone agreed with the criticism. One Reddit user pushed back, saying, “Actually looks like there’s a few ethnic people in this selection and the selection looks like regular people not actors and influencers like last year thank goodness for that.”
MAFS 2025 groom Billy Belcher and bride Jacqui Burfoot. Image: Instagram, Nine
Fans are applauding MAFS 2025 for its age range
Amid the skepticism, some viewers applauded MAFS approach to age representation this season.
One Instagram commenter wrote, “I’m glad they stepped away from the young instagram-followers-hungry type this year.”
Another praised the move towards a more mature cast, saying, “Loving the age diversity here!” A different user echoed, “Stoked there isn’t any 25 year olds, but more realistic on ages that are keen to get married and not just be Instagram famous 25 year olds.”
One hopeful fan added, “Loving the older couples. You need more of them!”
MAFS 2025 groom Tony Mojanovski and bride Morena Farina. Image: Nine, Instagram
Happy to see “normal looking” people
Many fans are excited about a shift toward casting more “regular” folks.
“I guess they got tired of influencers spoiling everything right away, because these are some normie looking people. (Not a read.) They actually look super normal to the point that it’s hard to imagine them being very fucked up, but I thought that about people like Olivia and Collins and look at us now,” commented one Redditor.
Another added, “I think for the past few years, ratings have taken a blow, hence why they have selected more normal looking people instead of picking these silly influencers. Personally myself I like this new change, and hopefully, the producers stay on track as this seems more wholesome.”
MAFS 2025 bride Katie Johnson and groom Jake Luik. Image: Instagram
But not everyone is convinced. Some fans argue the show hasn’t strayed far from the fame-hungry hopefuls formula.
“There’s more influencers than ever before… There’s even actual actors and actresses this season, from Home & Away, The Bachelor etc… I read somewhere they’re leaning into influencers and actors even more so they can handle public scrutiny,” said a skeptical Redditor.
MAFS 2025 bride Carina Mirabile and groom Ryan Donnelly. Image: Instagram, Nine
Western Australia dominates
Another interesting reaction to the MAFS 2025 cast was fans noting the influx of cast members from Western Australia..
“So many from WA — did a producer get stuck over here in an unadvertised lock down or something?” joked one Redditor.
An Instagram user added, “Wow, no SA people.”
Will love prevail?
As always, a big question on fans’ minds is whether the MAFS experts will prioritise love or drama this season.
“I hope you’ve actually matched people this year instead of paired people who will obviously not get along,” said one Instagram.
Another seemed doubtful, saying, “Pretty sure who is getting matched with who but again another flop season of wannabes trying to raise their online status.”
Still, some fans are holding onto hope. “They actually look serious this time. Hopefully they are steering away from the bull,” commented a cautiously optimistic user.
Could this season of MAFS finally break the mould? Soon enough we’ll find out if these hopeful TV brides and grooms will find their happily ever after at the end of the aisle!
Married At First Sight 2025 will premiere on January 27 on Channel 9 and 9Now
Now thatBelow Deck Down Under Season 3 is well and truly confirmed, we’ve been hedging our bets about which cast members will return for the new season.
Fortunately for us, the entire cast has now been revealed. YAY! While a few fan faves are back for the new instalment, there’s also a bevvy for fresh faces amongst the crew.
This season, they’ll work on the mega yacht Katina, sailing wildly rich charter guests around the Seychelles in Africa.
Read on to find out who will serve cocktails and swab the decks on Below Deck Down Under Season 3.
Who is in the Below Deck Down Under cast for Season 3?
Captain Jason Chambers
Captain Jason Chambers. Image: Bravo.
Captain Jason Chambers, often called “Captain Cutie” by crew members, will be back for the third season of Below Deck Down Under. He was the captain in the first two seasons.
Chef Tzarina Mace-Ralph
Chef Tzarina Mace-Ralph. Image: Bravo.
Chef Tzarina Mace-Ralph,who appeared in Below Deck Down Under Season 2, will also be returning to serve guests more delicious dishes.
Sous Chef Anthony Bird
Sous Chef Anthony Bird. Image: Bravo.
Anthony Bird is the sous-chef on Katina. The London-born cook admitted in his Bravo bio that he’d been a fan of the show before scoring his role.
Chief Stew Lara Rigby
Chief Stew Lara Rigby. Image: Bravo.
Lara Rigby has been working in the yachting industry for 14 years. Interestingly, in her Bravo bio, she admitted that she knows “Chef Jono [Shillingford] well from Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9″. Could it be a past boatmance?
Bosun Wihan Du Toit
Bosun Wihan Du Toit. Image: Bravo.
According to his Bravo bio, South African bosun Wihan Du Toit already knows former Below Deck stars Lara Du Preez andKyle Viljoen. With his rugged good looks and double stripes, he’s giving off Below-Deck-Mediterranean-bosun-Joao–Franco vibes.
Deckhand Harry Van Vliet
Deckhand Harry Van Vliet. Image: Bravo.
Harry Van Vliet, who was a deckhand in Below Deck Down Under Season 2, will be back on our screens this year. The Sydney deckie has been in the industry for four years and had a tryst with Margot Sisson last season.
Deckhand Johnny Arvanitis has nine years of experience in yachting and enjoys hiking, spearfishing, reading books, and playing paddle in his spare time.
Deckhand Adair Werley
Deckhand Adair Werley. Image: Bravo.
With just two years in the industry, deckie Adair Werley is relatively green. However, according to her Bravo bio, she “loves drinking beer and playing pool”. So, it sounds like she’ll fit right in.
Stew Marina Marcondes
Stew Marina Marcondes. Image: Bravo.
Stewardess Marina Marcondes hails from Brazil and has worked on yachts for four years. In her Bravo bio, she said that her job “puts a ‘pause’ button on your bills and a crazy increase for your bank accounts”. Which… sounds like a sweet deal.
Stew Brianna Duffield de Barros
Stew Brianna Duffield de Barros. Image: Bravo.
Brianna Duffield de Barros has only been in yachting for two years, but with her favourite hobbies listed in her Bravo bio as “free diving, tying knots, surfing, and making the best cocktails”, it’s as if she was born for the job.
Below Deck Down Under Season 3 will air from February 4 on Hayu.
The Block 2024’s controversial Kylie Baker is rumoured to launch an OnlyFans account after posting racy pics on her Instagram.
Posted to her non-The Block private Instagram account, Kylie showed off her body in a bikini, revealing her midriff.
She captioned the post, “New Year resolutions? #welcometoyourlife #2025 #cairns #summer.”
While she hasn’t officially confirmed the launch of her OnlyFans, some of her followers are adding fuel to the fire with one comment reading,: “Waiting for the OF”. OF, meaning OnlyFans.
Following the “flirtgate” scandal on The Block 2024, rumours have been swirling about Kylie launching an OnlyFans account.
ICYMI, Brad Baker flirted with fellow contestant Mimi Belperio while Kylie took a nap. During the following episode, Brad admitted that he said “inappropriate” things to Mimi, including that he would follow her OnlyFans account.
It seems as if things may be rocky for the controversial Block couple.
On Kylie’s private Instagram, her bio lists the four children she shares with Brad and says she resides in Cairns. However, Brad’s name isn’t there. The only online link to Brad that Kylie has is their public The Block Instagram profile.
During Kylie’s stint on The Block, she and Brad had a tumultuous run. Kylie left the show twice. The first time was due to Brad flirting with fellow The Block contestant Mimi Belperio. The second time Kylie quit The Block was after receiving a low score for their house.
“I’m not wasting my time here anymore. I’m not. We’re not,” she told Brad after receiving the lowest total score of 26.
“I hate this man so fucking much,” Kylie said about host Scott Cam.
With Kylie possibly launching an OnlyFans, maybe there is trouble in paradise? Or perhaps she is just getting her bag!
Australian Idol 2025 is just weeks away where Aussies will sing their hearts out in hopes of becoming the next superstar, but who are the hosts of this season?
TV personalities Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie are returning to the stage; the duo have been the hosts of Australian Idol since 2023, when the show was rebooted.
Ricki-Lee and Scott Tweedie will be hosting alongside Australian Idol judgesKyle Sandilands,Marcia Hines and Amy Shark.
But what do we know about them? Here is everything you need to know about the Australian Idol hosts Scott and Ricki-Lee.
Get to know Australian Idol 2025 host Ricki-Lee Coulter
It’s safe to say that Ricki-Lee is very familiar with Australian Idol—she actually rose to fame from her stint on the second season of the reality singing competition back in 2004.
While she didn’t become an Australia Idol winner — the crown went to Casey Donovan for her season — she’s definitely one of the most memorable contestants throughout the show’s run.
It seems very full circle that she is one of the Australian Idol hosts!
Ricki-Lee is multi-faceted and more than just a presenter. She’s a singer, co-host of the Ricki-Lee, Tim and Joel show on Nova, and a McHappy Day ambassador.
Also, who can forget her absolute bop, Can’t Touch It? Released back in 2007, it went platinum and was featured in the Sex and the City 2trailer. Watch the music video below for a hit of noughties nostalgia!
Career aside, Ricki-Lee is a loved-up lady. She is married to her manager, Richard Harrison.
The pair met through friends, and according to Who, the first time he saw her, she was skulling a beer! But, it was love at first sight, and the couple got engaged in January 2013 and tied the knot in 2015 at Château Bouffémont in Paris. Très bien!
Australian Idol host Ricki-Lee Coulter and her husband, Richard Harrison. Image: Instagram.
Get to know Australian Idol 2025 host Scott Tweedie
If you were a kid growing up in the 2000s, you’d probably know Scott as Scotty from the ABC kid’s show Prank Patrol. Remember the ones with the ninjas?!
But, Scott is more than just an Australian Idol host. Based in LA, Scott is a DJ, presenter and the co-founder of Roo Mates, a global entertainment company that encompasses live events, TV, and digital media production.
Scott has previously hosted the music video show The Loop and has been a presenter on the E! Network.
He is also the founder of Aussie Christmas in LA, a yearly event held in July where Australians living in La La Land can come together to celebrate Christmas in July. In 2024, the event was held at the Santa Monica Pier.
Australian Idol Host Scott Tweedie DJing an event. Image: Instagram.
Watch the trailer
If you’re too impatient for the Australian Idol season to start, you can watch the trailer below to tide you over!
Australian Idol 2025 will air on January 29 on Channel 7 and 7plus.
Ahoy, mateys! We are about to sail off into the Aussie seas with some boisterous deck crew and stews as the cast and air date for Below Deck Down Under Season 3 has been confirmed.
But what adventures await for our salty sailors? We’re predicting unruly guests, squabbling between cabinmates and a whole heap of cocktails.
Read on to find out everything you need to know about Below Deck Down Under Season 3.
Who is the Captain this season?
Captain Jason Chalmers aboard the Below Deck super yacht. Image: Bravo.
Captain Jason Chambers—who has been at the helm for the past two seasons—will be back in charge for the 2025 instalment. We’re glad to see Captain Jason thriving after his skin cancer scare in 2024.
When will Below Deck Down Under Season 3 air?
Below Deck Down Under Season 3 will air on Hayu from February 4, the same day as the US.
Who is in the cast for Below Deck Down Under Season 3?
There are three familiar faces returning this season; Captain Jason (of course!), Chef Tzarina Mace-Ralph and deckhand Harry Van Vliet.
Harry Van Vliet. Image: Bravo.Tzarina Mace-Ralph. Image: Bravo.
The rest of the crew is new and includes bosun Wihan Du Toit, chief stew Lara Rigby, deckhands Johnny Arvanitis and Adair Werley, stews Brianna Duffield and Marina Marcondes de Barros and sous-chef Anthony Bird. You can find out more about the Below Deck Down Under Season 3 cast here.
Is there a new Below Deck Down Under trailer?
There is. The trailer for Below Deck Down Under is available below. Get ready for Season 3!
Where can I watch the past seasons of Below Deck Down Under?
Below Deck Down Under Seasons 1 and 2 are available to stream on 7Plus and Hayu.
Below Deck Down Under Season 3 will air from February 4 on Hayu.
Amy Schumer’s upcoming Netflix film, Kinda Pregnant, is set to debut this February, and guess who’s in it? None other than (honorary) Aussie and comedy queen Urzila Carlson!
Here’s everything we know about the star-studded movie and Urzila’s role that’s sure to bring the laughs.
Who is Urzila Carlson?
Urzila was born in South Africa but moved to New Zealand in 2006, and since built a reputation as a comedic powerhouse. With her quick wit and signature deadpan style, she’s won hearts on both sides of the Tasman.
She’s also made herself a staple of the Australian small screen, where you’ve probably grown to love her on popular shows like The Project, Studio 10, Spicks and Specks, Orange Is the New Brown, Have You Been Paying Attention?, Hughesy, We Have a Problem, and as a panelist on two seasons of The Masked Singer.
Amy Schumer as Lainy and Urzila Carlson as Fallon in Kinda Pregnant. Image: Instagram
What is Kinda Pregnant about?
Directed by Tyler Spindel, Kinda Pregnant stars Amy as Lainy, a woman who starts wearing a fake baby bump, driven by jealousy of her best friend’s pregnancy. But during her scheme, she accidentally meets the man of her dreams.
As The Hollywood Reporter notes, Spindel worked with a script penned by Schumer and Julie Paiva. The film’s all-star cast includes Jillian Bell, Will Forte, Damon Wayans Jr., Brianne Howey, Alex Moffat, Joel David Moore, Lizze Broadway, Francis Benhamou, and, of course, Urzila!
Amy Schumer as Lainy, Urzila Carlson as Fallon and Jillian Bell as Kate in Kinda Pregnant. Image: Instagram
Who does Urzila play in Kinda Pregnant?
According to her Facebook and the film’s IMDb page, Urzila will play Fallon, which she describes as “your friendly guidance counsellor guiding you through this marvellous movie.”
And if we know Urzila (and we do), Fallon’s scenes are probably going to steal the show!
Is there a trailer?
There sure is! Check it out here:
Where can I watch it?
Set a reminder! Kinda Pregnant will be available on Netflix starting February 5 2025.
Catch Kinda Pregnant on Netflix from February 5 2025.
Some of the fittest Islanders of all time are coming back to lay their cards on the table again on Love Island All Stars Season 2.
Last year, the well-known singles who were looking for love were all from the UK, and the 2025 cast is the same. However, we have our fingers crossed that Love Island All Stars Season 2 cast may include some former Aussie Islanders as Bombshells.
Channel 9 fast-tracked episodes of Love Island All Stars Season 1 for Australians in mid-January 2024, so we thought we’d investigate whether we’ll be able to stream Love Island All Stars Season 2 down under.
Host Maya Jame on Love Island UK. Image: ITV.
How can I watch Love Island All Stars Season 2 in Australia?
Love Island All Stars premieres in the UK on January 13 on ITV2. As for us Aussies, Channel 9 is fast-tracking it so that we can watch it at *almost* the exact same time.
The premiere of Love Island All Stars Season 2 will air exclusively on 9Now on January 15 at 6pm AEDT, and new episodes will air daily.
Who’s in the Love Island All Stars Season 2 cast?
Curtis Pritchard, Kaz Crossley, Gabby Allen, Nas Majeed, Catherine Agbaje, Olivia Hawkins, Ronnie Vint, Scott Thomas, Elma Pazar, India Reynolds, Luca Bish and Marcel Somerville will be the first islanders. You can find out more about the OG Love Island All Stars Season 2 cast here.
Who’s hosting?
Love Island host Maya Jama will be returning to host the new series. She’ll be joined by the series’ popular narrator and famed comedian Iain Stirling.
Maya Jama hosting Love Island UK. Image: ITV.
Is there a trailer?
See below for the teeny trailer confirming the return of Love Island All Stars Season 2.
Will there be Casa Amor?
Executive producer Mike Spencer told The Sun that there won’t be a Casa Amor on All Stars Season 2 because the series is running for five weeks rather than the usual eight.
“We aren’t doing Casa Amor this time, but there may be another big twist at the halfway mark. I think we have got to be reactive,” Mike teased.
“Casa Amor, as we know and love it, doesn’t really work for a five-week run because you need time to bed in, get to know each other, see if they are for you, and if you want to switch it up,” he continued.
To tide you over until Love Island All Stars hits the shores in Australia, why not catch up on Love Island Australia 2024?
Stream Love Island All Stars Season 2 on 9Now from January 15.
‘Tis Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2025 season, and you know what that means? Yep, cat fights aplenty, wacky one-liners galore and —possibly—some lasting connections formed.
With so many of the MAFS 2025 cast already being influencers and reality TV alums before entering the experiment, we can only expect this season to be an absolute doozy.
From the release date to the impending drama, here’s everything we know about MAFS 2025.
Will it be second time lucky for Lauren Hall? Photo: Nine
As for Lauren, she’s been partnered with professional golfer Clint Rice, while Eliot is set to wed Veronica Cloherty. Read all about it here.
Was Jacqui really Miss New Zealand?
MAFS fans quickly learned Jacqui Burfootis a woman of many achievements: she’s a double degree holder (law and finance), a model, a certified yoga teacher, and won the title of Miss New Zealand in 2012. Or did she?
MAFS’ Jacqui Burfoot did wear a Miss New Zealand sash, but was she actually Miss New Zealand? Photo: Instagram
In many dedicated MAFS Facebook groups, people started to question whether Jacqui was indeed Miss New Zealand, with search results coming up short. In fact, if you type in Miss New Zealand 2012, a whole different person comes up and Jacqui’s name is nowhere to be seen.
As it turns out Jacqui did bear a Miss New Zealand sash, but for a competition called Miss Yacht International, which she appeared to compete in in 2013. While she represented New Zealand, Jacqui didn’t place in the competition, with Miss Kyrgyzstan placing first, Miss China placing second, and Miss Macedonia placing third.
MAFS fans unearth Tim’s pop-punk band
While controversial groomTim Gromie has now deleted all his social media, it’s hard to hide from the eagle-eyed MAFS fans who often turn into detectives during the seasons. Fans have since unearthed Tim’s band on Instagram, with the 38-year-old seen playing the drums for the band called The Last Dance.
One video shows them doing a cover of hit Paramore song Misery Business and, look, it’s… rough. Should a band of men enthusiastically be singing the line “Once a whore you’re nothing more”? Probably not.
When is the Married At First Sight 2025 release date?
MAFS 2025 will premiere on January 27 at 7:30pm on Channel Nine and 9Now.
Has any drama leaked?
It’s not MAFS without the drama.
New reports from The Daily Mail suggest there will be a “mass exodus” during the season, with six people reportedly leaving the show in two weeks.
According to the publication, several participants walked off the set, with producers scrambling to fix the issue.
“Some members feel relieved to see certain couples go, while others view the departures as an insult to the experiment,” the publication reported.
Billy on MAFS 2025. Image: Nine.
Who’s in the MAFS 2025 cast?
In recent years, some of the MAFS cast members have had a considerable following before going on the show, and this year is no different. In fact, it arguably has the most amount of recognisable names the show has ever seen.
The hype around Deal or No Deal Island Season 2 has been off the charts ever since Deal or No Deal IslandSeason 1 became available to air for free in Australia.
Of course, here in Australia, we don’t have access to the same channels as our American counterparts, so we thought we’d investigate whether Deal or No Deal Island Season 2 will be available to stream in Australia.
Deal or No Deal Island Season 1 cast. Image: Ten.
How to watch Deal or No Deal Island Season 2 in Australia
Deal or No Deal Island Season 2 will premiere in America on January7th at 8pm on NBC. And —good news—Channel 10 is airing it at the same time.
Each episode of Deal or No Deal Island Season 2 will be available to stream on 10Play on Wednesdays after it airs in the US.
You can also watch Deal or No Deal Island Season 1 on 10Play to familiarise yourself with how the reality series works.
Who’s hosting Deal or No Deal Island?
Actor Joe Manganiello, who hosted Season 1, is returning for Season 2.
Deal or No Deal Island host Joe Manganiello. Image: NBC.
Who’s in the Deal or No Deal Island cast?
David, Parvati and Dr Will are the three contestants who’ve been on reality TV before that will be taking part in the new season. Joining them are 11 other reality TV rookies.
Rock Carlson, 65, from Henderson, Nevada
Maria-Grace Cook, 21, from Greer, South Carolina
Seychelle Cordero, 31, from Staten Island, New York
Courtney Kim, 36, from Charlotte, North Carolina
Alexis Lete, 27, from Louisville, Kentucky
Luke Olejniczak, 29, from Eagle River, Wisconsin
Sydnee Peck, 27, from Redondo Beach, California
Phillip Solomon, 37, from Austin, Texas
Storm Wilson, 25, from Austin, Texas
Dickson Wong, 24, from Wood River, Illinois
La Shell Wooten, 55, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Is there a trailer?
There is! You can watch it below.
Stream Deal or No Deal Island premieres on 10Play.
It’s that time of year again! The Australian Open is back for 2025, bringing two weeks of top-tier tennis to Melbourne Park.
Last year, more than one million fans attended the Southern Hemisphere’s largest annual sporting event, enjoying thrilling matches from the world’s best players.
As always, this year’s Grand Slam promises some unforgettable sporting moments, including the return of controversial Aussie tennis star Nick Kyrgios, who confirmed his participation during an interview at SXSW Sydney last year.
In 2024, Jannik Sinner from Italy and Aryna Sabalenka from Belarus claimed the singles titles. As the competition heats up, who will join the ranks of champions this year?
Here’s what you need to know about the Australian Open 2025:
Australian Open 2024 winners Jannick Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka. Image: Instagram
Where can I watch the Australian Open?
Fans can catch all the Australian Open 2025 action live and free on Channel 9 and 9Now. Matches are also available ad-free on Stan Sport.
When does the Australian Open 2025 start?
The Australian Open begins on Sunday January 12, running for 15 days.
Qualifying rounds will take place earlier, from Monday January 6 until Thursday January 9.
When does it finish?
The Australian Open will finish on Sunday January 26.
Jordan Thompson and Belinda Bencic. Image: Instagram
Where is the Australian Open?
The Australian Open takes place at Melbourne Park in Victoria, which features 39 courts, including major venues like the Rod Laver Arena, John Cain Arena, and Margaret Court Arena.
What is the prize money?
The Australian Open 2025 tournament offers a massive $96.5 million prize pool.
Singles champions will take home $3.5 million, while runners-up earn $1.9 million and semifinalists receive $1.1 million.
In the doubles events, winners share $810,000, and runners-up share $440,000.
The cast clues for I’m a Celebrity 2025 have been piling up in the lead-up to the premiere, but it seems Channel 10 has made a small slip-up, confirming one star for the jungle: Aussie TV presenter Nicky Buckley.
Who is Nicky Buckley?
Nicky is one of Australia’s most familiar faces in media. She began her career in modelling before moving to the small screen, where she became co-host of Channel 10’s Perfect Match.
Over the decades, she’s graced Aussie screens as the host of shows like Sale of the Century and a competitor on Dancing With The Stars.
Now, it looks like the 59-year-old is gearing up for a whole new challenge, to take on the wilds of South Africa on I’m A Celebrity 2025!
Nicky Buckley. Image: Instagram
I’m a Celebrity’s accidental reveal
As the I’m A Celebrity 2025 premiere approaches, hosts Julia Morris and Robert Irwin have been dropping a host of clues about the incoming cast.
One recent teaser video hinted: “She’s a TV host who’s no stranger to the fame game, but can she take out the jungle jackpot?”
Even without the ring, the emoji clues accompanying the video on Instagram alone screamed Nicky: a TV, rain cloud, and dancing woman.
“It’s Nicky Buckley. TV – Famous Faces on Sale. Rain Cloud – She was a weather presenter. Salsa Dancer – She was on Dancing With The Stars,” one savvy commenter deduced.
Still, the unintentional ring reveal was the icing on the cake.
See you in the jungle, Nicky!
I’m a Celebrity Australia… Get Me Out Of Here Australia 2025 will premiere on January 19 on Channel 10 and 10Play.
It’s a proud moment for Australians, as Gossip Girl’s Leighton Meester is starring in our very own home-grown Stan Original series Good Cop/Bad Cop. And the latest trailer shows that her husband—and 00’s heart throb—Adam Brody is making a cameo in the series, too.
The series follows Leighton’s character Blair Waldorf Lou Hickman and her brother Henry Hickman (Luke Cook), a sister-and-brother detective team in a small Pacific Northwest police force.
Here’s everything we know about the eight-part comedy drama series so far.
Leighton Meester with Luke Cook, Clancy Brown for Good Cop/Bad Cop. Image: Stan.
Is there a Good Cop/Bad Cop trailer?
There is! Watch it in all of its glory below.
What is the series about?
As mentioned, the two main characters, Henry and Lou, are detectives in a very colourful neighbourhood. They happen to work for their father, Big Hank, with whom they have a complicated relationship.
There isn’t much information about the series just yet, but a press release describes it as a “fun and funny drama full of clever storytelling and irresistible characters”.
Will Adam Brody be in the Good Cop/Bad Cop?
Yes! The first trailer featured a surprise cameo from Leighton’s husband Adam Brody. Adam famously portrayed the lovable Seth Cohen in The OC, which first aired in 2003.
Adam Brody in the trailer. Image: Stan.
He popped back up as hot Rabbi Noah in the Netflix smash Nobody Wants This, which was nominated for a Golden Globe. Leighton and Adam attended the event together and have fans swooning over their adorable relationship.
The new series is slated for release on February 20, 2025, on Stan.
Who’s in the Good Cop/Bad Cop cast?
Aside from Leighton and Luke, there are some other big names in the comedy. Clancy Brown (The Penguin) will play Big Hank, Scott Lee will play Joe Bradley, and Devon Terrell will be Shane Carson.
The cast also includes Devon Terrell, Blazey Best, Scott Lee, William McKenna, Shamita Siva and Grace Chow.
Clancy Brown in The Penguin. Image: HBO.
What else do we know about the series?
Set your standards high for Good Cop/Bad Cop because the series has a bit of a dream team behind it.
The executive producer is Jeff Watchell, who was also an EP and writer on the iconic sitcom Will and Grace and Workaholics.
Meanwhile, Good Cop/Bad Cop’s writer John Quaintance worked on Suits, Dawson’s Creek and Psych, among other projects.
Now that I’m a Celebrity Australia 2025 has kicked off, we now know who is braving the South African jungle for charity, but how much do these contestants get paid?
We know the winner of I’m a Celebrity donates their prize money to the charity of their choice. But how much do they make to appear on the reality show?
We’ve done the digging, and here’s what we know.
How much are the 2025 contestants getting paid?
Sam Thaiday and Dave Hughes on I’m a Celebrity 2025. Image: Ten.
One unnamed source told Yahoo! Lifestyle that the 2025 season is “the cheapest ever” due to budget cuts.
According to the publication, celebrities are ranked in tiers by their fame, which directly determines their pay.
Apparently, the highest-paid celebrity for this season is Dave Hughes, who the publication reported is raking in $250,000 for the season..
On the opposite end of the spectrum are Samantha Moitzi and Tina Provis, who are reportedly getting paid between $35,000 and $60,000 each.
The insider said that Shayna Jack, Matty J, and Sam Thaiday are earning between $100,000 to $175,000 each with an additional $5,000 bonus for each day they remain on the show, while Max Balegde and Reggie Bird are being paid $100,000 each.
How much did previous contestants make on I’m a Celebrity get paid?
Yes! While the charity prize is a feel-good perk, the contestants on I’m a Celebrity also rake in a sizable sum for their time on the show.
How much exactly? It depends.
Brendan Fevola spilled how much he was paid to appear on I’m a Celebrity Australia. Image: Ten
Brendan Fevola, winner of I’m a Celebrity Season 2 and co-host of The Fox’s Fifi, Fev & Nick, spilled the tea on the radio show about his 2015 payday.
“I got paid $250,000 upfront. And then $5,000 every show after the [first] two weeks. So, you’d lay there on a Sunday, and you’d hope there’s not another eviction, so you get another 7 days and there’s another $35,000,” he shared.
“Every time I’d lay on the bed I’d think ‘Oh God, there’s another five grand…’ because I was broke.”
The late, great Shane Warne, who starred in the same season, famously bagged a record-breaking payday of over $2 million — the highest in the show’s history.
“He had a clause [in his contract] that if he left, he didn’t get anything,” Fevola revealed.
“So, he had to stay in – and there was one time where he was like, ‘man, I’m done,’ and I would go, ‘man, 2.2 million (dollars), don’t leave!’”
Shane Warne on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here. Ten.
Laurina Fleure, who competed in the second season of I’m a Celebrity and finished third, also revealed her pay check during an interview on the Confessions of a Reality Star podcast.
“I think I cleared about $78K in the bank for those six weeks,” she shared.
In more recent seasons, reports reveal celebs are earning a range of salaries.
In 2023, Daily Mail Australia reported that most contestants earned between $35,000 and $180,000, with TV iconKerri-Anne Kennerley coming in as the second-highest earner at $180,000.
Nick “Honey Badger” Cummins, however, topped the charts that year, reportedly earning up to $300,000, according to Yahoo Lifestyle.
By 2024, insiders told Pedestrian that one male contestant secured $90,000 for a two-week stint, with an additional $5,500 earned for each extra day spent in the jungle.
According to Daily Mail, Martha decided against appearing on I’m a Celebrity after consulting with her management team, citing concerns over how she might be portrayed.
“My manager told me, ‘They’re just going to pick on you. You’ll be the ‘beauty girl’ under a magnifying glass’,” Martha explained to the publication.
Producers had reportedly offered her “flexible terms,” including the ability to opt out of certain tasks or food challenges, but despite being a top pick for the show, she ultimately decided the risks to her image weren’t worth it.
Skye Wheatley on I’m a Celebrity Australia. Image: Ten
It seems money isn’t everything. In fact, Not every celebrity who braves the jungle does it for the pay check. InfluencerSkye Wheatley, for instance, told Pedestrian that money didn’t drive her decision to appear on I’m a Celebrity.
“To be honest, I would make more money being at home,” she said.
“I’d do it for free. It’s for charity, babes, who gives a fuck about the money. I love that it can be for charity and I love the opportunity. So I’m very grateful.”
How do the charities work on I’m a Celebrity?
Beyond celebrity salaries, the show does donate big bucks to charity.
Each contestant selects a cause close to their heart, and if they win I’m a Celebrity, their chosen organisation takes home $100,000.
Is I’m a Celebrity real or fake?
For anyone doubting how real the jungle is, it’s more intense than you might think!
In 2023, contestant Woody Whitelaw (of Will and Woody fame) shared some behind-the-scenes details on his radio show:
“I was under the impression that the jungle would be a fenced-off area… But the head of security, Steve, told me that outside of the campsite, there are guys in camo standing by. They’re there to warn us if there’s a lion or water buffalo heading our way and make sure they’re safely redirected.”
Woody Whitelaw on I’m a Celebrity Australia (left) and with 2023 season winner Liz Ellis (right). Image: Ten, Instagram
Wild, right? With that in mind, maybe the celebs are earning their keep after all.
I’m a Celebrity Australia… Get Me Out Of Here Australia 2025 will premiere on January 19 on Channel 10 and 10Play.
During an interview with Chattr, the relationship specialist said that he feels it’s his “responsibility” to point out questionable behaviour in the relationships we see on the controversial show.
“Over the last three seasons, I’ve become more direct,” John said ahead of the 2024 season. “You’re in a privileged position where you can give them really hard-hitting feedback in a short amount of time, in the hope that it lands and it changes.”
“You really have a responsibility as an expert to call out bad behaviour and make them accountable.”
MAFS’ John Aiken at a Commitment Ceremony. Nine.
So, it appears to go without saying that John will be giving the MAFS 2025 cast some hard truths.
John Aiken says many of the MAFS participants haven’t been called out before
John believes that a lot of the participants haven’t experienced being told that they’re doing things wrong before, and he thinks that his honest assessments of their relationship help them.
“I’m of the opinion now that a lot of the time, they [the participants have] never heard anything like that. They’ve grown up in families, around friendships, who are basically saying yes, so I’m one of the first people that say no, and I find that very exciting.”
According to Daily Mail Australia, MAFS 2025 bride Jamie Marinos is the “Queen of drama”, so we can’t wait to see how she takes John’s blunt advice.
John Aiken finds the opportunity to give the participants honest feedback exciting
As one of the three MAFS 2025 experts, alongside Mel Schilling and Alessandra Rampolla, John feels honoured to be able to give the participants honest—and sometimes brutal—feedback.
MAFS experts Mel Schilling and Alessandra Rampolla and John Aiken. Nine.
“In a lot of reality shows, the judges are put on a pedestal, whereas in this experiment, when I go at them, they’re likely to come right back, and that’s very compelling.”
John listed MAFS Season 10 groom Harrison Boon as one of the participants who fired back when he was given advice. Harrison was infamous for creating drama amongst the other MAFS participants and ended up having a fiery showdown with his TV wife, Bronte Schofield.
Reflecting on his time as a TV relationship expert, John said that his feedback doesn’t always “land” with the brides and grooms.
“Sometimes it does, and sometimes it doesn’t, but you really have a responsibility as an expert to call out bad behaviour and make them accountable.”
“It goes to that whole idea that we’re talking about the unpredictable, unscripted nature of it. We’re sitting there as experts going, ‘What are we going to hear tonight, and how are we going to respond?’. So it’s fantastic to be part of it.”
Married At First Sight 2025 airs on January 27 on Channel 9 and 9Now.
But no need to worry about Hannah, the blonde babe from Melbourne hasn’t been single for long! In fact, she’s just gone ahead and hard launched her new boyfriend on Insta.
Here’s everything we know about the new love of Hannah’s life!
What we know about Hannah Steinfeld’s new boyfriend
The new man in Hannah’s life appears to be Jesse Friday, a 26-year-old who also seems to be from Victoria.
Jesse’s Instagram lists him as a “comedian,” but we’re not sure if he’s just clowning around. More likely, he’s a tradie, having been tagged getting down and dirty for Melbourne’s South Side Plumbing. Well, it would explain the hot bod.
He also appears to be super into snowboarding and definitely has a love for the party scene.
Hannah dropped a post on her Insta showing off a series of cosy pics with her new boyfriend, accompanied by a cheeky caption: “Someone sent me something online… Do we still think he’s gay? #reddit.”
The post references a few Reddit threads from a while back where fans speculated that her new mystery man might actually be gay. Looks like this should finally lay those rumours to rest!
Jesse even dropped a cute comment on Hannah’s post: “There’s no one I’d rather do life with, spooky pookie,” he wrote, complete with a heart emoji.
Or was it a very cheeky nod to Taylor’s trademark Love Island pet name? Just saying.
Hannah Steinfeld’s Love Island journey
We all remember Hannah making it to the semi-finals of Love Island 2024, where she was coupled up with Taylor.
After leaving the villa, the pair seemed set on continuing things outside. Sadly, that relationship never made it far past the post-villa phase. Both confirmed they briefly dated in real life, but it wasn’t meant to be.
Taylor spoke to 9Now about the split, revealing the two “had a conversation because there was some information that came to light that we needed to speak about.”
He added, “We started to get to know each other without the cameras and see each other’s lives and lifestyles, and there was something that didn’t sit with me morally.”
Hannah and Taylor on Love Island Australia 2024. Image: Instagram
Meanwhile, Hannah kept things a little more private, only confirming that while the romance didn’t last, the two remain close friends.
“Taylor and I are not together. I’ll just confirm that Tay and I are still really close friends and that we’re as close as we were in the villa, just not romantically,” she shared.
Well, here’s to Hannah’s new romantic chapter with boyfriend Jesse. To the happy couple, and life after Love (Island)!
Stream all episodes of Love Island Australia on 9Now.
