MAFS AU: John Aiken left heartbroken after beloved mother dies

Married At First Sight star John Aiken has announced the death of his beloved mother, Wendy.

On Sunday, the 52-year-old Channel Nine presenter took to Instagram to express his deep sorrow, paying tribute to his mum with a touching post.

‘Today I lost this amazing woman. A wonderful mother and an inspiration to me. Lots of love Wendy. So grateful for you and all you have given me and the boys,’ he wrote.

In the photo, John can be seen smiling alongside his mother as they posed for a photograph together.

John previously revealed that his mother was very supportive in his endeavours on the show, and that she wasn’t afraid to give him some advice.

On Sunday, the 52-year-old Channel Nine presenter took to Instagram to express his deep sorrow, paying tribute to his mum with a touching post

‘The last text Mum sent me was to give me some feedback on some of my advice on MAFS!’ he previously told 9Honey.

‘She’s a big fan – and loves to critique how we run a commitment ceremony!’

He described her as a survivor who was strong-willed and fiercely independent. 

‘My mother raised all the boys with such grace and strength,’ John said.

‘Today I lost this amazing woman. A wonderful mother and an inspiration to me. Lots of love Wendy. So grateful for you and all you have given me and the boys,’ he wrote

‘Especially now that I’m a father of two trying to do the best I can, I truly admire her more than ever.’ 

Among the numerous lessons Wendy imparted to her children, John cherished one piece of advice the most.

She told him to always rely on himself when faced with adversity and to seek solutions rather than lamenting problems.

This instilled in him a sense of independence, accountability, and self-reliance. 

Psychologist and marriage counselor John Aiken (centre, with fellow experts Alessandra Rampolla, left, and Mel Schilling, right) are expected to make a return to next year’s show currently in pre-production