MAFS Australia star Trisha Stratford dies, aged 72

Trisha Stratford
Trisha Stratford

Married at First Sight Australia expert and neuropsychotherapist Dr Trisha Stratford has died. She was 72.

Fellow MAFS expert John Aiken broke the news of Stratford’s passing today (September 18) in an Instagram post, writing: “I’m heartbroken and devastated that my friend and dear colleague Trisha has passed away.

“We shared an amazing seven seasons of MAFS together. She loved everything New Zealand, relationships, the All Blacks, the Black Caps, French wine and travelling the world. I’ll miss you Tish.

“Thank you for all the memories.”

In an official statement, MAFS broadcaster Channel 9 added: “We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Dr Trisha Stratford.

“Our sincerest condolences and heartfelt sympathies go out to her family and those closest during this difficult time.”

Stratford had been part of the Australian edition of the show when it launched in 2015 alongside fellow experts John Aiken and Sabina Read, later working with Mel Schilling.

She later left the show at the end of season seven in 2020, with Alessandra Rampolla joining the team of experts.

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