Did MAFS Australia’s Dave Respond to Ex-Wife Jamie’s New Romance with Eliot? Find Out

The latest season of Married At First Sight Australia (MAFS) has certainly kept fans hooked, particularly with the ups and downs of Jamie Marinos and Dave Hand’s relationship.

Once seen as a solid couple, their breakup after the Final Vows took many viewers by surprise. Now, with rumors swirling around Jamie possibly dating another MAFS star, Eliot, people are curious about how Dave feels about his ex-wife’s new romance.

Jamie and Dave: From Strong Start to Sudden Split—What Went Wrong?

Jamie and Dave quickly became favorites on MAFS Australia, charming the audience with their chemistry and commitment right from the start. They clicked over shared values and even talked about future plans, like having kids, just hours after meeting.

But things started to crack during the couple-swap week when Dave admitted that his feelings for Jamie weren’t as strong as he’d hoped. This revelation sparked some tension, leading up to a dramatic Final Vows ceremony where they decided to give their relationship a shot outside of the experiment.

Sadly, their romance didn’t last. They split just a week before the reunion, and as of now, they’re not in touch. Jamie has shared that she felt the need to initiate the breakup, believing that Dave struggled to be honest about his feelings. Meanwhile, Dave expressed that he was sad about the end but recognized that their relationship had come to a natural end.

With buzz surrounding Jamie’s potential new relationship with Eliot, fans are keen to know Dave’s thoughts. Although he hasn’t publicly commented on Jamie dating Eliot, he has been open about the breakup and how he felt during and after the show.

Dave shared that personal challenges, including his father’s illness, weighed heavily on him while filming, which contributed to his emotional detachment from Jamie. He admitted to shutting down at times and not providing Jamie with the clarity she deserved, ultimately leading to their breakup.

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On her side, Jamie has been forthright about her reasons for moving on, saying she couldn’t settle for “bare minimum behavior” and wanted someone who would match her feelings and effort. It seems she’s now dating Eliot, while Dave is reportedly planning to move in with fellow MAFS participant, Billy.

Are Jamie and Dave Still in Touch?

Since their split, Jamie and Dave have made it clear that they’re no longer speaking to each other. While they both express respect for one another, the emotional fallout from their breakup has made it tough to maintain a friendship.

Jamie has stressed that her decision to end things was rooted in her need for honesty and self-respect, and Dave has acknowledged his own struggles with expressing his feelings.

What Caused the End of Jamie and Dave’s Relationship?

Several factors played a role in the breakdown of Jamie and Dave’s relationship. Their initial connection faced challenges due to the pressures of the show, the couple-swap twist, and personal issues outside of the experiment.

Dave’s struggle to match Jamie’s emotional investment created tension and led to communication breakdowns. Jamie has said that she needed more than Dave could provide, while he recognized his difficulty in being honest about his feelings throughout the entire process.