Married At First Sight has been a ratings smash ever since Channel Nine revamped the format last year.
Now, rumours are swirling that a celebrity version of the experimental marriage show is in the works, with none other than Schapelle Corby floated as a potential star.
The claims started as a joke on Facebook group ‘Married At First Sight Fans Australia’ last week, but support for the idea appears to be picking up.
Looking for love? Recently surfaced rumours claim Schapelle Corby will take part in a celebrity edition of Married At First Sight
In recent days, members of the group settled on the former Kerokoban prison in-mate as the most likely cast member.
The claim appears to be fuelled by the Schapelle’s foray into entertainment, including the recent release of a pop song – which she later said was just in jest.
‘Imagine a groom standing and waiting and in walks Mercedes Corby as a bridesmaid,’ a member of the fan page joked this week.
Who else? In the comments, a fan asked: ‘So who else could be a contender for this celebrity MAFS? Is Anthony Mundine still married?’
They added: ‘And behind her in white is Schapelle!’
In the comments, another fan asked: ‘So who else could be a contender for this celebrity MAFS? Is Anthony Mundine still married?’
Someone else joked: ‘Sophie Monk? Too soon?’
If Channel Nine did in fact have interest in the series, it would likely be a ratings smash, with millions tuning in to watch beloved celebs get married on TV.
Would you watch? If Channel Nine did in fact have interest in the series, it would likely be a ratings smash, with millions tuning in to watch beloved celebs get married on TV
Another reason Schapelle could look to reality TV for fame is due to complications involving the Proceeds Of Crime Act.
When Schapelle first returned from her nine-year sentence, a debate raged over whether she’d sell her prison story to media outlets.
The likelihood dropped after reports surfaced claiming the 40-year-old would likely have any money she was paid confiscated by the Federal Government.
An unpaid appearance on a reality TV show could provide the convicted criminal the path she’s looking for.
Love boat! Another reason Schapelle could look to reality TV is due to complications involving the Proceeds Of Crime Act, which appears to have prevented Schapelle from selling her prison story since she returned in 2017