Nine today announced a brand new digital-exclusive series featuring Married At First Sight expert John Aiken.

MAFS Diaries with John Aiken is a new video series published exclusively on nine.com.au’s Married At First Sight website.

MAFS expert John Aiken will share his candid memories from behind the scenes of this ground-breaking social experiment, as he reflects on a decade of the hit show. 

Starting Thursday, October 19, audiences can embark on a weekly journey through MAFS history. The series promises to bring a unique perspective, offering insights and personal reflections from the renowned relationship expert.

Each episode will delve into a different season, rekindling cherished memories and reminding viewers why they fell in love with the show in the first place.

In the premiere episode, John Aiken takes us back to the very first season of Married at First Sight and shares how he became a pivotal part of the MAFS experiment. He also deep dives into Alex and Zoe’s whirlwind relationship that captivated the country back in 2014. 

John Aiken said, “I’m delighted to be sharing my Married At First Sight memories with viewers. MAFS has had a long history with many memorable couples and I’m looking forward to taking a deep dive into each season of the show.”

Nine.com.au Director Kerri Elstub said: “Australia can’t get enough of MAFS. We know our audience loves John Aiken and his straight talking on the show. This new season will be a must-watch for anyone who has watched MAFS.”

Join us as we embark on a nostalgic journey through the past 10 years of Married at First Sight Australia. MAFS Diaries with John Aiken promises to ignite the passion and excitement that MAFS fans have cherished for a decade.

MAFS Diaries with John Aiken joins a raft of new original short form video series on nine.com.au’s Entertainment vertical including the Catriona’s Great Getaways, The Block’s Dan vs Dani, and Dom’s Debrief: The MAFS Catch-ups. 

MAFS Diaries with John Aiken launches Thursday October 17, exclusively at nine.com.au/MAFS. New episodes are published every Thursday.

Married At First Sight returns for its eleventh season on Channel 9 and 9Now in 2024. Every episode is available for streaming on 9Now. 

Watch the first episode of MAFS Diaries with John Aikenhere.

For further information, please contact:
Caitlin Lynch
Senior Communications Manager, Nine
clynch@nine.com.au

Thursday, October 19, 2023