Married At First Sight Star Lachlan Rofe Dies Suddenly at 47

The reality television community is in shock after the sudden death of Lachlan Rofe, a former star of Married At First Sight Australia. He was 47 years old.

Lachlan Rofe Cause of Death

Family and friends confirmed his passing on social media this week, though his cause of death has not been made public. Tributes from loved ones, fans, and fellow contestants have been pouring in.

Rise to Fame on Married At First Sight

Lachlan Rofe, also known by the surname McAleer, first came into the spotlight in 2015 when he appeared on the debut season of Channel Nine’s Married At First Sight. He was paired with Clare Tamas in the experiment-style dating show that quickly became one of Australia’s most talked-about reality programs.

The following year, Rofe returned to television screens as a contestant on Farmer Wants A Wife, further cementing his presence in the world of reality TV.

Life on the Farm

Away from television, Lachlan lived and worked as a cattle farmer on his property in Cawdor, near Camden in New South Wales. He often spoke with pride about his life on the land, balancing his media exposure with his farming responsibilities.

Legal Troubles and Personal Struggles

Rofe’s time in the spotlight was not without controversy. In 2017, he was found guilty of assaulting his then-girlfriend, Casey Williams, in front of her young daughter after a night of drinking. He received a 12-month good behaviour bond, but later appealed the decision.

A magistrate eventually overturned the guilty verdict, and Rofe maintained his innocence. At the time, he said: “Being a man of principle, I chose to clear my name.”

Despite the legal victory, he admitted the scandal left him shaken. Speaking in a TV interview, he confessed that he felt nervous about dating again, fearing he might become a “target” because of his past headlines.

Relationships and Public Attention

Lachlan was also linked to several high-profile romances after his TV appearances. He dated fellow Farmer Wants A Wife contestant Belinda Reid, though the relationship ended shortly after the show’s finale aired.

Later, he was also connected to pig hunter Natalie Cepenuik, who drew controversy after posting a picture of herself with a dead joey.

Even after his reality TV career, Lachlan continued to attract media attention. In 2016, his family’s property was investigated for alleged illegal tree clearing, which he strongly denied, saying critics were “jealous of his fame.”

Tributes and Legacy

Despite his controversies, many remember Lachlan as a passionate farmer and a charismatic figure who wasn’t afraid to speak his mind. Friends, family, and fans have expressed deep sadness at his sudden passing.

He is remembered as part of the first wave of reality TV stars in Australia who helped shape the success of programs like Married At First Sight and Farmer Wants A Wife.

As of now, no further details about his death have been released.