“I Lost Myself”: MAFS’ Awhina Rutene Breaks Her Silence on ‘Emotionally Abusive’ Marriage to Adrian Araouzou
Married At First Sight Australia star Awhina Rutene has finally spoken out and she’s not holding back.
In a heart-wrenching revelation, Awhina has broken her silence about the pain she endured during her on-screen marriage to Adrian Araouzou, calling it “emotionally abusive” and “soul-crushing.”
In an exclusive interview, Awhina described how what started as a hopeful journey to find love quickly spiraled into a toxic relationship that left her questioning her worth.
> “I felt isolated, gaslit, and constantly walking on eggshells,” she revealed. “What viewers didn’t see was how deeply damaging it became behind closed doors.”
While fans picked up on tension between the couple throughout the experiment, Awhina’s candid statement confirms the emotional toll she carried one she says haunted her long after filming wrapped.
> “It took me months to feel like myself again. I was surviving, not living,” she added.
The brave confession has sparked an outpouring of support online, with fans praising Awhina for her strength and vulnerability. Meanwhile, Adrian has yet to respond publicly to the claims, but sources close to the production say he was “blindsided” by the accusations.
This shocking revelation has once again raised questions about the MAFS experiment and how emotional wellbeing is protected during filming.
As Awhina continues to heal and reclaim her voice, she hopes her story will empower others in similar situations to speak out.
> “No one deserves to feel small in the name of love,” she said.
Stay tuned — this is one MAFS chapter that’s far from over.
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