MAFS Star Alissa Fay Reportedly Finds New Love with Ninja Warrior Competitor
It appears that Married At First Sight contestant Alissa Fay might have found a new spark, and it’s with a familiar face from another popular reality TV show. Following mounting speculation about the state of her marriage to David Momoh, reports suggest Alissa has been spending time with Nathan Ryles, a seasoned competitor on Australian Ninja Warrior.
The 33-year-old MAFS participant and the 33-year-old Ninja Warrior star have reportedly been seen out and about together in Adelaide since the cameras stopped rolling on the Channel Nine dating experiment. According to Woman’s Day, the connection between Alissa and Nathan is more than just a casual encounter. A source close to Alissa has revealed that she is utterly smitten with Nathan, even going so far as to describe him as her “soulmate.” The insider commented, “She’s besotted with him. She’s even calling him her soulmate. It’s the worst kept secret in Adelaide.”
However, not everyone is convinced of the romance’s sincerity. The same source also raised eyebrows, suggesting that Alissa might have pursued a connection with Nathan for personal gain, potentially seeking a higher profile and greater career opportunities. “It raised eyebrows,” the source admitted. “People were asking whether this was the real end goal all along. A higher profile and bigger opportunities.”
This rumoured new romance comes at a turbulent time for Alissa, as her journey on Married At First Sight with David Momoh has been far from smooth sailing. The couple recently navigated a challenging commitment ceremony, where both ultimately decided to stay in the experiment. Despite their decision, David expressed to the show’s experts that he felt he was shouldering the majority of the emotional burden within their relationship.
Initially, Alissa and David appeared to be one of the strongest pairings on the season. However, previously unaired footage revealed significant cracks developing in their relationship during the couple’s retreat. A particularly explosive scene showcased Alissa having a major outburst over their accommodation.
A Heated Confrontation Over Accommodation
The incident stemmed from a lack of blinds on their bedroom windows, a detail that sent Alissa into a furious rage. She directed harsh insults at David, criticising his perceived inaction in resolving the issue. In the heated exchange, Alissa was heard saying, “F you! I fing solve every fing problem! You p me off,” much to David’s astonishment.
Despite the intensity of Alissa’s outburst, David remained remarkably calm, attempting to de-escalate the situation. He asked her to show him respect and refrain from speaking to him in such a manner. The argument culminated with Alissa leaving the room in anger, declaring her intention to “sleep outside.”
Behind the Scenes: David’s Perspective
Reflecting on this hair-raising incident in a later episode of Stan’s MAFS: After The Dinner Party, David provided further insight into his approach to conflict within the relationship. He revealed a conscious effort to be exceptionally caring and avoid toxic behaviours, drawing from past negative experiences.
“I have this thing where I have to be extra caring,” David explained. “I feel like I was being respectful in the relationship because I knew that from past experiences, being toxic, teeing each other up by using rude words or whatever, it’s not healthy for a relationship. So I try to be calm and reasoning… I feel like for [Alissa], she needed that up and down kind of a relationship.”
Nathan Ryles: A Ninja Warrior Veteran
Meanwhile, Nathan Ryles is no stranger to the pressures of reality television. He is a well-established figure in the Australian Ninja Warrior community, having competed in the demanding obstacle course series a remarkable five times.
Nathan was previously engaged to Tori Stevens, and the couple shares a four-year-old son named Carter. While there hasn’t been any official announcement regarding a split between Nathan and Tori, his presence on Tori’s Instagram feed has been absent since December 2022. Intriguingly, Alissa herself follows both Nathan and Tori on Instagram, adding another layer to this developing story.
As the dust settles on Alissa’s Married At First Sight journey, the possibility of a new chapter with Nathan Ryles has certainly captured the attention of fans and media alike. Whether this new connection is genuine or strategically motivated remains to be seen, but it has undoubtedly added another compelling subplot to the ongoing drama of reality television relationships.
