MAFS Australia’s Tyson is criticised over homophobic comments as fans compare him to Andrew Tate
The remarks aired during his introduction and quickly prompted reaction from UK viewers, where is it shown on delay
By Callum Wells
A Married At First Sight Australia groom has come under fire over his comments about gay men in his first episode.
Latecomer Tyson joins the current series of the reality show midway through the season. Before meeting his match, Stephanie, he set out what he was looking for in a partner, saying he wanted a “submissive, feminine woman”.
He also described himself as “regimented, conservative, and unafraid to stand by his beliefs, even when they’re polarising”.
“I don’t like when gay guys come up to me. I’m not gay. That’s on you guys” – Tyson on same-sex relationships
Asked about same-sex relationships, Tyson said: “That doesn’t bother me too much. What bothers me if it gets pushed in my face.
“I don’t like when gay guys come up to me. I’m not gay. That’s on you guys. Whatever you do behind closed doors..”
The remarks aired during his introduction and quickly prompted reaction from UK viewers, where is it shown on delay.
One wrote on X, “Wonder why Tyson is single…women can’t join the army, clearly homophobic, and wants a maid.”
Another asked, “Tyson, the Australian Andrew Tate?”
During their first meeting, Tyson branded his bride Stephanie “woke”
Tyson is paired with Stephanie, who is two years older than him. During their first meeting, he took issue with the age gap and described her as “woke”, with early scenes suggesting tension between the pair.
A preview for upcoming episodes suggests things don’t improve on their honeymoon, with Tyson blaming the situation on Stephanie.
Speaking after the episode previously aired in Australia, Tyson addressed how he came across on screen. “I knew I was going to be the villain,” he said.
“The producers told me I was going to be one of the most controversial characters they’ve ever had. So when someone tells you that, you go along with it.”