MAFS Alums Luke Fourniotis and Jamie Marinos Spark Romance Rumours After Cozy Dinner Date
The rumour mill is in overdrive for fans of Married At First Sight (MAFS) after two popular alums, Luke Fourniotis and Jamie Marinos, were spotted enjoying a decidedly cosy dinner in Melbourne’s CBD. The sighting has sent ripples of excitement through the show’s dedicated fanbase, who have been eagerly anticipating potential new love stories for the former participants.
Luke, a groom from the 2026 season, found himself at the centre of heartbreak when his on-screen marriage to Mel Akbay dissolved just weeks into the experiment. Similarly, Jamie, a bride from the 2025 season, experienced her own relationship struggles when her marriage to Dave Hand ended shortly after the final vows last year. Now, it appears these two MAFS alumni might have found a connection that the show’s experts couldn’t quite orchestrate.
The pair were photographed out and about on Saturday night, and their beaming smiles were hard to miss, suggesting a truly enjoyable evening. Jamie, 30, cut a stylish figure in a black top paired with a grey skirt and a chic black leather jacket. Luke, also 30, opted for a more laid-back ensemble, sporting blue jeans and a black t-shirt. Despite his casual attire, Luke’s presence with Jamie clearly turned heads, with onlookers captivated by the fan favourites as they shared laughter throughout their meal.
This public rendezvous comes on the heels of Jamie herself fanning the flames of speculation. In a recent segment of Woman’s Day‘s MAFS social recap series, Jamie’s Hot Take, she openly praised the farmer, describing him as “handsome.” This candid comment immediately ignited a flurry of enthusiastic responses from viewers online.
“Let’s get them together please,” one fervent fan pleaded on social media. Another viewer directly implored Jamie to “please contact him. Bring his smile back.” The sentiment was echoed by many, with one person remarking, “You two would actually be perfect for each other… why didn’t we think of this earlier?”
Adding further fuel to the fire, Jamie, who coincidentally resides in Luke’s hometown of Melbourne, spoke with Chattr earlier last month. During the interview, she acknowledged the growing online movement of fans attempting to play matchmaker for her and Luke.
“It’s actually so funny, this online movement kind of came out of nowhere shipping I guess like Luke and I,” Jamie confessed with a laugh. “I’ve seen a few edits come up, which is really funny because I’m not even on this season.”
She continued to express her admiration for Luke, highlighting his appeal to the Australian public. “But you know, I think Australia is having a bit of crush on Luke because he seems so beautiful, he’s a handsome boy,” she stated. “I definitely can’t wait to meet him, anyways, the MAFS world is interconnected.” Jamie also conveyed a sense of empathy for Luke’s on-screen struggles, adding, “I just want to give him a big hug, especially when he was crying and sad, I think we all felt for him.”
While she remained coy about the prospect of a romantic date, Jamie didn’t rule out the possibility of meeting Luke in the future. “I can’t say if I’d go on a date with him, because I don’t actually know him yet, or know him properly,” she explained. “But I definitely, you know, look forward to meeting him one day.”
The recent dinner outing certainly suggests that this hopeful meeting might have already taken place, and it appears to have been a resounding success. The MAFS universe is known for its unexpected twists and turns, and the potential for a real-life romance between Luke and Jamie is a storyline that has captured the imagination of fans, eager to see if this connection can blossom into something more. Their shared experience within the intense MAFS environment, coupled with their undeniable chemistry during their public appearance, has positioned them as a compelling new pairing to watch.
