The 2026 season of Channel Nine’s long-running dating experiment Married At First Sight is just around the corner, promising months of drama and intrigue.
The upcoming series promises to be the greatest of them all, with the new cast packed full of bold personalities, unfiltered opinions and intriguing backstories.
From beachside glamour to gym selfies, these brides and grooms are also not shy about flaunting their lives – and their physiques – on social media.
New brides Alissa Fay, Gia Fleur, and Brook Crompton certainly know how to turn up the heat on their Instagram feeds.
Meanwhile, grooms David Momoh, Filip Gregorev and Scott McCristal have no problem flaunting their enviable forms.
Here’s a look at some of the standout stars of the 2026 season.
The 2026 season of Married At First Sight is just around the corner, promising months of drama, intrigue and brides and grooms not shy about flaunting their forms on social media. Pictured: Alissa Fay
Alissa Fay, 33
This South Australian nurse is certainly no stranger to flaunting her buxom form on social media.
A quick peruse of her Instagram reveals a grid that is chock-full of pulse–raising bikini photos, taking in a raft of idyllic locales.
The blonde beauty is coming into MAFS having just left a six-year relationship at the end of last year.
She’s tipped to be one of the most talked-about brides of the season.
Bec Zachariah, 35
Account manager Bec describes herself as a ‘pedigree mutt’, born to a Greek father and English mother.
Bec will be looking for a reversal of fortunes, with the glamorous South Australian blonde breaking off an engagement, just four months before her wedding.
Her Instagram shows a fun-loving 35-year-old who loves to flaunt her innate sense of style.
South Australian nurse Alissa Fay is certainly no stranger to sharing pulse–raising photos on Instagram
A true fashionista, Queensland hopeful Brook is a stunning brunette who works as a freelance model. Her social media is full of envy-inducing bikini shots and snaps from her modelling career
Brook Crompton, 27
A true fashionista, Queensland hopeful Brook is a stunning brunette who has worked as a freelance model for brands CALEXICO and Sally Phillips.
Brook’s social media is full of envy-inducing bikini shots and snaps from her modelling career.
Sick of time-wasters, Brook has, thus far, been unlucky in love, having been cheated on by almost every beau she has dated.
She is also the youngest bride in the 2026 cast.
Gia Fleur, 35
Dubbed by crew as ‘the wildest bride in MAFS history’, Gia is a heavily tattooed extrovert who lives unapologetically.
Previously married and a mum, she’s done with flashy men and wants real commitment – or so she says.
Dubbed by crew as ‘the wildest bride in MAFS history’, Gia Fleur is a heavily tattooed extrovert who lives unapologetically
One of Adelaide’s most recognisable socialites, Bec Zacharia has been a fixture on society pages for years
Gia has had several cosmetic enhancements and isn’t shy about discussing them.
‘She’s confident, outrageous and completely unpredictable,’ a source revealed.
Despite many thinking she’s on the show for fame, she’s here for one reason only – to find a husband.
Rebecca ‘Bec’ Zacharia, 35
One of Adelaide’s most recognisable socialites, Bec has been a fixture on society pages for years.
Twice voted the city’s most eligible bachelorette, she worries time is slipping away.
Previously engaged, she famously called off her wedding four months before the big day. Friends say she turns heads, moves in the right circles and has razor-sharp wit.
Julia Vogl, 35
A former journalist who has interviewed Cher, Kate Winslet and Matthew McConaughey, Julia knows how to read a room.
A former journalist who has interviewed Cher, Kate Winslet and Matthew McConaughey, Julia Vogl knows how to read a room
At first glance, Luke Fourniotis doesn’t look like a farmer
Scott McCristal is a confident, car–loving adrenaline junkie who lives life in the fast lane
Bisexual and open-minded, she admits she’s struggled to find the full package.
Insiders tip her as a breakout star with serious main-character energy.
Julia’s also a style chameleon – she’s rocked everything from pixie cuts to waist–length hair – and insiders believe she could be one of the show’s breakout stars.
Luke Fourniotis, 30
At first glance, Luke doesn’t look like a farmer – and he never planned to be one either.
In recent years, he’s taken over his late father’s cattle property and splits his time between city life and the land.
While the farm has brought him peace, he admits he misses the buzz of the city and the hustle of everyday life.
Scott McCristal, 33
A former rapper turned tech–savvy entrepreneur, David Momoh is sharp, stylish and ambitious
Sources say he could be the season’s quiet achiever. ‘David’s far more serious than people expect,’ a friend says
Scott is a confident, car-loving adrenaline junkie who lives life in the fast lane and runs multiple businesses.
Often judged on his looks and cheeky persona, he insists he’s not a party boy or a player, just misunderstood.
David Momoh, 31
A former rapper turned tech-savvy entrepreneur, David is sharp, stylish and ambitious.
Raised by pastor parents, faith plays a central role in his life. While often mistaken for a playboy, he insists he’s serious about settling down.
Sources say he could be the season’s quiet achiever. ‘David’s far more serious than people expect,’ a friend says.
Filip Gregov, 37
Filip is a disciplined chippie who lives by strict routines
Filip is a disciplined chippie who lives by strict routines – evidenced by his Instagram page.
Early mornings, gym sessions and cold showers are non-negotiable.
Croatian-born Filip is also deeply family-oriented.
‘Filip’s done the work and knows what he wants,’ says a mate.
He believes self-discipline is the key to love and traditional values guide his relationships.
Grayson McIvor, 34,
Grayson was once destined for AFL stardom before injuries derailed his career.
He admits falling into a party-boy lifestyle, although he eventually hit a turning point and matured.
These days the hunky groom wants a natural, confident woman and is a true believer in the experiment.
Grayson McIvor was once destined for AFL stardom before injuries derailed his career
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