Married at First Sight Australia grooms Chris Robinson and Sam Stanton are both searching for the one thing missing from their otherwise full lives — a partner to share it with.
Romantics at heart and united by their love of the outdoors, the pair entered the experiment as the season’s third set of intruders, hopeful the experts could help them find their perfect match.
While the pair have been forming a strong bond, Chris’ news about becoming a father was a major secret he was too nervous to initially share.
Until now.
Crash Course Week
After not sharing the news about his two incoming children at his wedding, and alluding to something personal at their honeymoon, Chris ripped the band-aid off during Intimacy Week.
When they were tasked with watching one another’s auditions, the farmer and gym owner scrambled and wanted to share it directly.
He didn’t have to worry, though, because when he explained that he was a donor for one of his friends, Sam congratulated him right away.
Sam also shared his excitement when he revealed he also had another child on the way.
“It’s not going to affect me wanting to date you or be with you,” Sam said.
“It means that I do want kids at some point, and I also said that if I got closer to the age of 40, it would be something that I would take into my own hands and do it, which is exactly what you’re doing, and I think that it’s awesome that you’ve found a way.”
Relieved by this reaction, Chris admitted he wished he said something sooner.
“I’m so glad that I told him, and it turned out pretty well; it felt amazing,” he shared.
What happened during Chris and Sam’s honeymoon?
Eager to deepen their connection, Chris and Sam headed to Tumbi Umbi in New South Wales for their honeymoon.
Like many MAFS couples, they were met with the honesty box — a chance to share their thoughts and feelings openly.
Though they both value life on the land, Chris felt a wave of anxiety when it came to revealing something deeply personal. In the end, he chose to wait for the right moment.
“There’s something I want to tell you, but I’m not going to answer that question just yet,” he said. “It doesn’t feel like the right time. I want to get to know you a little bit better first.”
Despite Chris’s hesitation, Sam was understanding and patient, happy to learn more when his husband felt ready to open up.
Who are Married at First Sight’s Chris and Sam?
At 34, Sam has carved out a successful life in Adelaide as a cycle spin studio owner. While his career is thriving, he’s ready to push himself outside his comfort zone when it comes to love.
Prior to MAFS, Sam experienced two meaningful long-term relationships, both of which ultimately ended due to distance. Now, the self-confessed romantic is ready to put his heart on the line and build a genuine, lasting connection.
For 38-year-old farmer and gym owner Chris, the experiment is about finding a partner who shares his ambition — and his desire to build a family.
While he knows parenthood is often a journey couples take together over time, Chris is already preparing for an extraordinary new chapter. He revealed he has two children on the way, with one due just months after his wedding. One baby is being welcomed via surrogacy, while the other is the result of Chris donating sperm to help a close friend start her own family.
Though he typically believes in being upfront about life-changing news, Chris admits he wants to get to know his match first before sharing the full story — hoping to lay the foundations for trust and understanding.
What happened during Chris and Sam’s Married at First Sight wedding?
While excited, Chris initially felt nervous as he approached his new match — but any worries melted away the moment he saw Sam.
The pair quickly bonded over shared careers, interests, and values, which they reflected on during their vows.
“Finding love in Adelaide has been tough. I’ve focused on my career for a long time, but now, I want to focus on this,” Sam shared.
“I’m just hoping you can reignite my passion for love and romance,” Chris said during his vows.
As the wedding unfolded, the couple also discussed their future plans. When asked, Sam admitted he had some concerns about dating someone older, worried that they might want to start a family sooner than he was ready for.
“If you wanted kids next year, I don’t think I’d be ready for that just yet,” he said, unaware of Chris’s upcoming children.
Chris found the admission “disheartening,” but chose to learn more about Sam before revealing anything about his own situation.