Real-life Magic Mike and Channing Tatum lookalike Will Parfitt is spotted on MAFS 2026 set – as weddings get underway in Sydney

2026’s season of “Married At First Sight” promises to be one of the steamiest, most eagerly awaited installments yet, with the nuptials barely at the midpoint.

According to Daily Mail Australia, it has been uncovered that popular male entertainer Will Parfitt, often referred to as Australia’s version of Magic Mike, was seen shooting scenes for the upcoming television series.

A well-known dancer with a striking similarity to Channing Tatum, boasting 3.2 million followers on Instagram, made an appearance outside a white limousine while taking part in the wedding entourage of groom Daniel Hewitt, during filming for the event.

As a devoted admirer, I proudly preceded Daniel, the dashing star, adorned in a sleek black tuxedo, on his special day – his wedding in Sydney.

Will was photographed walking into the ceremony venue holding a ring box. 

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The pair, long-time friends, appeared polished and poised during the filming of their grand entry.

It was revealed that Parfitt was indeed included in Daniel’s formal wedding entourage, contributing significantly to the festivities on the special day.

A source close to the production has verified that Will and Daniel have been friends for quite some time. They’re very close, which is why it was only natural for him to be a part of the wedding festivities. He certainly added an energetic vibe to the set.

After relocating to Australia, the 35-year-old mover found himself approached by a club promoter and started working for Magic Men, an agency known for organizing bachelorette parties and private events – similar to Channing Tatum’s character in the 2012 drama.

In a tribute to his well-known lookalike, Mr. Parfitt, Channing has amassed a following of 252,000 Instagram users and an impressive 2.4 million on TikTok. Fans find him even more alluring than his attractive counterpart on these platforms.

In the past year, it’s been noted that Daniel has raked in more than $9.6 million from property sales. He’s anticipated to play a key role in the forthcoming season.

Apart from Will, there was another notable figure present – the entertaining friend and comrade, Davey Hughes.

Including two well-known exotic dancers in the best man’s entourage appears to be a daring decision by the show’s creators, as they seem to be trying to ramp up the excitement for what could potentially become Married at First Sight’s most scandalous season ever.

‘This year’s cast is next level,’ a source said.

A diverse group of individuals, ranging from ex-athletes to artists, influencers, and an unusual case of a groom operating an OnlyFans account, has been assembled. Including Will in this mix only serves to make the event more captivating.

2026’s Married at First Sight filming is happening now throughout Sydney, and we’ve already got a few weddings on record.

Despite the current season of MAFS making an explosive start, it was reportedly on the verge of not happening at all.

Previously, Daily Mail Australia unveiled that the 2026 season nearly didn’t air due to unexpected cast members pulling out at the last minute, causing production to rush their plans in private.

A reliable insider disclosed that due to several individuals backing out, they found themselves needing to act swiftly to replace them.

However, the outcome will feature a vibrant, varied group of experts, artists, and dynamic individuals – with the producers predicting it as one of their ‘most thrilling seasons ever.’

In my observation, some couples seem to click instantly, while others appear to be polar opposites from the very beginning, and it seems like the tension is brewing.

As a rabid fan, I’m beyond excited that Channel Nine hasn’t given us an exact date just yet, but the buzz around town is that we can expect the new season to kick off early next year! Can’t wait!

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2025-07-30 12:18