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EXCLUSIVE MAFS 2025: Miss Universe Australia finalist Veronica Cloherty signs on as an intruder bride and is paired with runaway groom Eliot Donovan Do you have a tip about Eliot Donovan? Email [email protected] By Ali Daher For Daily Mail Australia Published: 07:45, 9 September 2024 | Updated: 07:46, 9 September 2024 e-mail View comments A former Miss Universe Australia finalist and actress has joined the cast of Married At First Sight 2025.
Daily Mail Australia can reveal that Veronica Cloherty has signed on as an intruder bride and is expected to bring plenty of drama to the experiment. The 30-year-old actress will be paired with runaway groom Eliot Donovan, who abruptly quit the show on the second day of his honeymoon after originally being matched with Lauren Hall. Veronica has already made a name for herself in the Australian film industry, starring in films like Streets of Colour and limited TV series RIFK.
Sources close to production say Veronica has already made a strong impression during filming. 'She's not afraid to speak her mind,' a show insider revealed. 'She's bringing a lot of personality, and let's just say she's not going to let anyone walk all over her.
' Her fiery nature has reportedly already caused some friction with other brides and grooms on the show, with rumours swirling that several explosive confrontations have already taken place. 'The other brides weren't expecting her to be so upfront,' another source claimed. 'But that's what's going to make her journey so interesting to watch.
' Former Miss Universe Australia finalist and actress Veronica Cloherty has joined the cast of Married At First Sight 2025 as a bombshell intruder The actress, 30, will be paired with runaway groom Eliot Donovan (pictured), who abruptly quit the show on the second day of his honeymoon after being matched with Lauren Hall Producers are said to be thrilled with her casting, believing that Veronica's outspoken and confident personality will make for must-watch television. 'She's definitely going to shake things up,' the source added. As previously revealed by Daily Mail Australia, the cast and crew were left in a state of disbelief when Eliot suddenly reappeared on set, arriving late for the dinner party last week.
'She's not afraid to speak her mind,' a show insider revealed. 'She's bringing a lot of personality, and let's just say she's not going to let anyone walk all over her' Her fiery nature has reportedly already caused some friction with other brides and grooms on the show, with rumours swirling that several explosive confrontations have already taken place Veronica has meanwhile already made a name for herself in the Australian film industry, starring in films like Streets of Colour and limited TV series RIFK. (Veronica pictured top left) 'It was like the ultimate plot twist,' a source close to the show dished.
'Lauren and Clint had just started to get comfortable with each other when Eliot showed up out of the blue. The look on Lauren's face was priceless – she was completely gobsmacked. And Clint? He was not impressed at all.
'Lauren's new groom Clint let him absolutely have it.' Eliot's abrupt exit made headlines when he walked out just hours after his wedding to Lauren, citing a lack of connection. As previously revealed by Daily Mail Australia, the cast and crew were left in a state of disbelief when Eliot suddenly reappeared on set, arriving late for the dinner party last week.
Pictured: Eliot's original match Lauren Hall His return, however, seems to suggest that he has unfinished business, not only with Lauren but with the other participants as well. According to a well-placed insider, Eliot's return isn't just about mending fences with Lauren. 'Eliot feels like he was misunderstood,' the source said.
Eliot's former bride Lauren has also returned to the series and is now paired with a new partner, professional golfer Clint Rice (Lauren and Clint pictured) Read More EXCLUSIVE MAFS 2025: Chaos as executive producer QUITS series just weeks before filming commences 'He's back to clear his name, but isn't apologetic about his behaviour. Him and Lauren were a complete mis-match, and hasn't changed his mind about wanting out of their romance.' Lauren, who was left heartbroken by Eliot's abrupt departure, has been navigating her new relationship with professional golfer Clint, a charismatic and successful golfer known for his cool demeanour under pressure.
'Lauren and Clint were really starting to hit it off,' the insider continued. 'Clint's been a rock for her, and she's been enjoying the fresh start. Eliot's return has definitely thrown a wrench in the works.
' Insiders have revealed that the cast and crew were left in a state of disbelief when Eliot suddenly reappeared on set, arriving late for the dinner party Eliot's reappearance has sent ripples of tension throughout the cast. 'There's a lot of anxiety now,' the source added. 'Everyone has no clear what the f**k is going on.
'Eliot's comeback has put everyone on edge, especially Lauren.' According to the insider, many of the grooms didn't get along with Eliot when meeting him at the buck's party. 'It was like the ultimate plot twist,' a source close to the show dished.
'Lauren and Clint had just started to get comfortable with each other when Eliot showed up out of the blue' Lauren, who was left heartbroken by Eliot's abrupt departure, has been navigating her new relationship with Clint, a charismatic and successful golfer known for his cool demeanour under pressure Poll Will you be watching MAFS? Yes No Will you be watching MAFS? Yes 412 votes No 97 votes Now share your opinion 'It's going to be interesting to see how this plays out'. Producers are reportedly thrilled with the unexpected drama, describing Eliot's return as a 'game-changer' for the season. 'This is the kind of twist that makes MAFS must-watch TV,' another insider shared.
'The love triangle between Eliot, Lauren, and Clint is going to keep viewers glued to their screens.' It comes after Daily Mail Australia revealed that Eliot packed his bags and booked a return ticket home before the ink was even dry on their marriage certificate . According to insiders, he struggled with the pressures of the show and felt overwhelmed by the rapid pace of the experiment.
'Eliot just wasn't ready for the intensity of it all,' a source close to the groom revealed. 'He thought he was, but once they were on the honeymoon, it all became too much, and he decided to walk away.' Be the first to comment Be one of the first to comment Comments Does Eliot deserves a second chance? Have your say Photos taken by Daily Mail Australia on August 6 showed the MAFS crew frantically trying to shield Lauren as she arrived solo at the first dinner party.
Read More EXCLUSIVE MAFS 2025: Ruthless producers lay down strict rules for new cast: 'Bring the drama or get cut' The first commitment ceremony also saw a shocking mass exodus, with three couples calling it quits within the first two weeks of filming in an 'unheard of' twist. 'We're already down six people, and it's only been two weeks. The pressure on the remaining cast is enormous, and it's creating a lot of tension,' an insider shared.
Joining newbie Clint and Lauren as fellow intruders to spice things up are couple Teejay Halkias and Bethy Kelly, who have already tied the knot in scenes filmed on Tuesday . Amid the casting chaos, Daily Mail Australia recently revealed that the new batch of intruders have been brought in with one strict condition - to bring the drama. After three couples quit filming, Daily Mail Australia revealed the new batch of intruders have been brought in to bring the drama (pictured: Intruder couple Teejay Halkias and Bethy Kelly) Each has been handpicked for their potential to cause a stir among the existing couples after six contestants abruptly quit, an insider revealed.
'They were told from the get-go that they need to create tension and keep the drama flowing,' they shared. Last season, two of three intruders couples failed to last the distance, staying on the experiment for a few days before sensationally quitting. Lauren Hall Eliot Donovan Share or comment on this article: MAFS 2025: Miss Universe Australia finalist Veronica Cloherty signs on as an intruder bride and is paired with runaway groom Eliot Donovan e-mail Add comment.
