Married At First Sight star Teejay Halkias reveals shocking $10,000 price tag behind his reality show stint
Teejay Halkias, a cast member on Married At First Sight, has opened up about the significant financial obligations he faced as a result of his participation in the widely-watched reality show.
As a die-hard enthusiast, I’ve got to spill the beans about my recent adventure. You see, I, at the tender age of 29, took on the role of a groom for a project that cost me a pretty penny – a cool stack amounting to thousands over a two-month span! This behind-the-scenes glimpse into the production world is something seldom discussed: the hidden costs.
On that podcast, Teejay mentioned that participating in the show was quite costly for him, and he approximated that he personally spent nearly $10,000.
Afterward, he advised potential applicants to make sure they have sufficient financial resources before considering the application process for the show.
‘If you’re not in a position to go on financially, you can get in a hole,’ he said.
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As a seasoned lifestyle connoisseur, I found myself earning a daily rate of $150 during my participation in the Channel Nine dating experiment. However, I must confess that this remuneration barely scratched the surface when it came to covering my costs associated with the experience.
He mentioned that they cover the cost for lunch from Monday to Friday, however, it’s your responsibility to purchase both your breakfast and dinner, as well as all your meals and groceries.
‘Week after week, you’re expected to attend commitment ceremonies and dinner parties, which calls for two new outfits each time – expenses not covered. On top of that, you have to maintain an off-camera relationship with your partner, arranging dates at your own cost.’
He added he was unaware how expensive the MAFS experience would be when he first signed up.
Last month, it was disclosed that Teejay had taken steps to mend fences with his TV spouse Beth Kelly following their tumultuous split.
After the shooting had finished, the groom surprisingly confessed that he found himself drawn to check on Beth, who is 28 years old, at a later time.
He shared with 9Entertainment that he had attempted to check on her well-being, understanding she was quite distressed during the performance, and let her know this.
She initiated a discussion on several topics, which led us into a lengthy but enjoyable conversation.
While the reunion wasn’t romantic, Teejay said their relationship is now on friendly terms.
He made it clear that his relationship with Beth is purely friendly, devoid of any romantic undertones. Instead, their bond remains warm and affectionate.
We might greet each other when we meet, but I wouldn’t categorize our relationship as a close friendship.
Beth Kelly broke up with Teejay, quite dramatically, only a few days prior to their Final Vows ceremony, which they were both scheduled to attend.
In March, the manager of a Gold Coast hair salon chose to leave an ongoing project, having felt consistently overlooked by her television spouse for several weeks.
Caught everyone off guard, including viewers and Teejay, Beth made the unexpected decision to end their partnership just before midnight, after a heart-wrenching disagreement during the last gathering.
Overwhelmed with emotions, Beth admitted, “That discussion at the Dinner Party left me feeling utterly wretched.
It’s clear that he doesn’t reciprocate my feelings or desire to continue our relationship. Facing him at the Final Vows, expressing my hopes for us, and hearing him reject me once more is something I can’t do.
Speaking frankly, I find it hard to envision our future together. I can no longer invest my efforts into this relationship. I’ve reached a point where I refuse to continue spending my time in vain. Heaven help me, I’m exhausted by the constant tears.
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2025-06-14 15:18