Married At First Sight groom Sam Stanton beamed on Saturday night as he made his first public appearance with his new boyfriend Ilia at Daily Mail reporter Ali Daher’s star-studded 35th birthday party at Dry Martini in Sydney.
The Adelaide-based fitness professional, 34, looked to be in great spirits as he rocked a stylish casual look in a patterned white dress shirt paired with black trousers.
Sam was every inch the smitten boyfriend as he posed alongside his Sydney-based project manager beau, with the pair looking cosy as they enjoyed matching drinks and mingled with the star-studded crowd.
At one point, Sam tenderly wrapped his arm around Ilia as they posed for photos, offering a glimpse of their blossoming romance after keeping their relationship relatively low-key.
The loved-up couple appeared completely at ease as they laughed and chatted their way through the glamorous evening, with Sam looking happier than ever.
Later, the MAFS star was spotted catching up with his former co-star Bec Zacharia, with the pair sharing a warm embrace before laughing it up together.
Married At First Sight groom Sam Stanton beamed on Saturday night as he made his first public appearance with his new boyfriend Ilia at Daily Mail reporter Ali Daher’s star-studded 35th birthday party at Dry Martini in Sydney
Sam and Bec appeared to have put their dramatic MAFS experience firmly behind them as they enjoyed the reunion at the glitzy celebration in Chippendale.
The night marked a particularly memorable public outing for Sam, who appeared more than happy to have his new man by his side as he mixed with his former reality TV co-stars and Sydney’s showbiz elite.
The A-list guests at the exclusive bash grazed on a delectable spread featuring an oyster bar, a dedicated martini bar, canapés, and flowing Prosecco, beer, wine, and top-tier spirits.
Elsewhere on the night, former MAFS stars Evelyn Ellis and her beau Duncan James brought serious couple goals to the birthday celebrations, looking utterly loved-up as they posed for snapshots.
Evelyn turned heads in a sleek, grey tailored blazer-dress with a daring neckline, sheer knee-high stockings, and black heels.
Meanwhile, a sharply dressed Duncan kept close by her side in a classic black jacket and white tee combo.
Also joining the glamorous guest list was MAFS favourite Rebecca Zukowski, who made sure all eyes were on her as she lounged in style.
It was a night to remember for all in attendance, with tense logistical near-misses, high-stakes fashion statements and carefully managed public appearances.
Later, the MAFS star was spotted catching up with his former co-star Bec Zacharia, with the pair sharing a warm embrace before laughing it up together
Sam and Bec appeared to have put their dramatic MAFS experience firmly behind them as they enjoyed the reunion at the glitzy Sydney celebration
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There was certainly no shortage of intrigue on the night, with the reality stars proving they know how to keep the cameras — and each other — guessing.
From awkward airport encounters to new romances, pregnancy reveals and jaw-dropping fashion moments, the glamorous guest list delivered plenty of drama.
By the time the celebrations moved on to Pelicano in the early hours of Sunday morning, the champagne had well and truly been flowing — and Sydney’s reality TV elite had certainly given the birthday boy plenty to celebrate.
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