More than a decade of MAFS: A look back at all the couples who are still together
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It's been 11 years since the first season of Married At First Sight.
The reality juggernaut first began in 2015, captivating Australia with its bold and unique take on the eternal search for love.
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Season 13 has just come to an end, and some love stories did emerge from it – resulting in a surprise proposal!
To celebrate, here's a look back at the biggest success stories from the show and the couples who are still as loved-up as ever.
Some have gone on to marry in real life, there's even a few MAFS babies now!
Stella Mickunaite and Filip Gregov: Season 13
From the very first moment, sparks flew for Stella and Filip – and lucky for us, they turned into full blown fireworks as the experiment continued.
It was the love story of the season, complete with mutual L-bombs and a fully formed plan to move in together as soon as filming ended.
In a shocking Final Vows twist, Filip got down on one knee and proposed, for real!
Stella Mickunaite and Filip Gregov: Season 13
"Stella, will you marry me?" he asked.
Stella squealed, too excited to give an answer until she finally gave a very enthusiastic YES!
The pair are already planning a destination wedding in Croatia.
Jacqui Burfoot and Clint Rice: Season 12
Their Married At First Sight marriages may have crumbled during the experiment, but Jacqui and Clint came out of it with something unexpected – each other.
The couple are officially an item and confirmed the news at the Reunion Dinner Party.
Not only that, but Jacqui, 29, also revealed she was moving to Tasmania to be with professional golfer Clint, 43, and confirmed they were moving in together and starting their own business.
And that's not all...
Jacqui Burfoot and Clint Rice: Season 12
As the Reunion Dinner Party aired, Jacqui and Clint confirmed something shocking... they're engaged!
The duo unveiled the news while watching the Reunion live at a party hosted by So Dramatic! on Sunday evening in front of friends and fans.
"I wanted to have a conversation later, but we've got a room full of new friends... for what you've done on-screen, you're an absolute star and you've been a star in my life," Clint said to his partner in front of a room full of people.
"You're amazing, and I know we signed up for MAFS to get married and find a life-long partner. So I've got one question for you," he continued, with everyone in the room beginning to scream.
He then asked Jacqui to marry him.
Jacqui burst into tears and fell onto the chair in front of her, before screaming the word 'yes' and kissing him multiple times.
What a happy ending indeed!
Rhi Disljenkovic and Jeff Gobbels: Season 12
Rhi and Jeff married at first sight during Season 12... well, almost.
As they met at the end of the aisle they realised that they already knew each other and had dated, but things sadly fizzled out.
However, they soon found a romantic spark and went from strength to strength in their relationship, solidifying themselves as the season's golden couple.
Then came Final Vows...
Rhi Disljenkovic and Jeff Gobbels: Season 12
Unsurprisingly, the couple said yes at Final Vows and decided to continue on their romance outside of the experiment.
At the Reunion, they shared another huge moment by saying 'I love you' to each other for the very first time.
Love wins!
Martha Kalifatidis and Michael Brunelli: Season 6
Martha Kalifatidis and Michael Brunelli found love on Season 6 and have become one of the most beloved couples in the show's history.
They are also well on the way to making things official at a real-life wedding ceremony, after announcing their engagement in December 2021.
Martha Kalifatidis and Michael Brunelli: Season 6
On December 5 2021 the couple shared the exciting news of their engagement on Instagram with a photo of Martha cuddled up to Michael and flashing her new sparkler.
The post was captioned simply, "Mrs B."
But in a later interview, Martha revealed she actually begged Michael not to propose when he did because she thought she looked "disgusting".
She also hinted that the eye-watering price tag of her ring is around $100,000.
The proposal came after they celebrated their three-year anniversary.
Martha Kalifatidis and Michael Brunelli: Season 6
In September 2022, couple shared the wonderful news that they were pregnant after cutting their trip to Europe short due to Martha suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum.
Michael and Martha made the announcement together in a video on their Instagram pages, explaining their social media absence and trips to hospital due to HG.
