Mel Schilling: A Married at First Sight Legend

On March 25th, the married at first sight family is in mourning after relationship expert

Mel Schilling passed away at age 54 from aggressive cancer.

John Aiken, her long-time co-expert on the Australian show, led a heartfelt tribute

from Channel 9, calling her a dear friend and colleague who brought joy and authenticity

to everyone around her.

Her husband, Gareth, announced the news on Tuesday just days after Mel's share that

her cancer had spread to her brain.

She had stepped back from filming earlier this year to focus on her family and health,

including her 10-year-old daughter, Madison.

Colleagues remember Mel as a true leader and inspiration, who never complained and always

rolled up her sleeves.

John described their final meeting as emotional and special, noting how privileged he felt

to work with her for a decade as the show grew.

Channel 9 dedicated the next episode to her memory, praising her warmth, honesty, and

insight.

Mel had been a key part of the expert panel for 12 seasons in Australia, and five in the

UK, fully committed to helping couples find love.

While the show won't be the same without her, her legacy as a role model and voice of

reason lives on in the hearts of the math team and fans alike.

That's your update from entertainment and celebrity news today, Power by AI.