MAFS’ Jeff and Rhi confirm split after two years

MAFS’ Jeff and Rhi have confirmed their split after nearly two years together, announcing the breakup in separate statements on June 2. The Married at First Sight Australia golden couple—who met on the show in 2025—have unfollowed each other on Instagram and revealed the decision was mutual but far from easy.

The Golden Couple’s Journey and Breakup

Rhi and Jeff had become one of the standout success stories from MAFS Australia, reuniting on the show after their initial relationship ended. The pair first met in 2023 and dated for a month before breaking up, but they were paired again as strangers on the 2025 season of the reality show. Their marriage on the show sparked genuine connection, and they continued their relationship beyond the experiment, moving in together in May 2025.

The split announcement came through separate online statements shared with their combined following of over half a million followers. Rhi shared her statement first, saying: “With a heavy heart, I want to share that Jeff and I have decided to part ways. This has been one of the hardest…” Both described the breakup as “incredibly difficult,” signaling mutual agreement despite the emotional toll.

What Led to the Breakup

Multiple sources indicate the couple had been living apart for weeks before their official announcement. The relationship reportedly faded due to distance and changing circumstances, though neither party has publicly detailed the specific reasons during this initial phase of the announcement. The pair also unfollowed each other on Instagram, a public signal their romantic connection had ended.

Sources

• Nine.com.au — Confirmed split announcement on June 2 with details on couple’s relationship timeline
• Pedestrian.tv — Reported the separate statements from both Rhi and Jeff within hours of announcement
• New Idea — First reported Rhi’s quote about the breakup decision
• Capital FM — Noted split occurred approximately one year after the show aired