Alissa and David started the Married At First Sight Australia (MAFS) 2026 season with a very unexpected wedding, and have had a very unusual experience since.
David, 31, is an E Commerce Product Manager from Queensland. Having been inspired by his parents’ 30-year relationship, David is ready to find ‘the one.’ But struggles to find someone who is ready for a long-term commitment.
He has been matched with Alissa, a 33-year-old nurse and social media manager from South Australia. Ready to be a mum, Alissa’s vows divulged into her dream life featuring the whole package: the house, kids, holidays and more.
Below, we detail Alissa and David’s experience as a couple on Married At First Sight Australia 2026.
Are MAFS 2026 Alissa and David still together?
A source has told Refinery29 that David and Alissa are no longer together. Additionally, Woman’s Day has claimed Alissa is now with Ninja Warrior contestant, Nathan Ryles.
Group Date Debacle
The final task of the 2026 season required participants to meet with their potential match, asking, “Is the grass greener on the other side?”
Wanting to respect his relationship, David sat in the bathroom with Scott. Meanwhile, Alissa was dropping bombshells during her date with Conor.
“I actually don’t care if my husband comes for me, he can come for me. But he ain’t coming for me!” Alissa said, after admitting she was only “70 per cent” into her relationship.
Watching the video, David was visibly shocked by his wife’s comments. “I feel like I’ve been fooled. I feel like I’ve been betrayed.” However, Alissa didn’t agree, feeling like she was being friendly.
“I was 100% authentic at that time,” she told producers. “I was frustrated in my relationship at that time… and I wanted to have some drinks and have a good time with the girls. It was harmless.”
The conversation turned dramatically when Alissa threw her wedding ring by David’s feet, after he stated there was “no way I’m going to final vows.”
A Commitment Ceremony ‘Blindside’
The cracks in their relationship began to show towards the end of the experiment. Alissa said that David doesn’t match her “frequency,” with the groom later revealing his wife called him a “weak man.”
When David attempted to discuss their issues on the couch, Alissa accused him of “blindsiding” her.
Denied At The Altar
Standing at the altar, Alissa was panicking: eyes watery, deep breaths and avoiding eye contact with her groom. “I’m really, really sorry. I don’t think I can marry you.”
David, so patiently – and probably in shock – said, “I fully understand.” When suddenly, those watery eyes dried…
“Not until you get on one knee and propose to me,” Alissa explained.
After a few minutes of bickering, bridesmaids voicing their opinions, and David in just complete shock that his new wife was completely serious, he dropped to one knee.
Bringing back the laughs, David’s vows began with, “Alissa, you must have got my email. I’m your Nigerian prince! But I’m not here to take your money, just your heart.”
