Reality tv friendship revealed: ‘mafs australia’ star and ‘love island’ winner were once close

A surprising twist in reality television: Bec Zachariah, currently navigating married life on Married at First Sight Australia, and Samie Elishi, winner of Love Island All Stars, were once close friends. Photos unearthed from 2018 reveal a past connection between the two women, offering a glimpse into their lives before reality TV fame.

Past bonds: a look back at bec and samie's friendship

The revelation comes as Zachariah, who is married to Danny Hewitt, is in the midst of her 13th season on the Australian dating show. While Zachariah has a history of working in London, including a stint at a real estate agency where she likely crossed paths with Elishi, the connection appears to have blossomed in 2018. Instagram posts from that year show the pair together, with Zachariah captioning a selfie “a duck & a beauty,” and Elishi reciprocating with “a beauty & a beauty” and “love you.”

The images suggest a professional connection, likely stemming from their shared work in the real estate industry. Elishi had just begun her career as an agent before her appearance on Love Island in 2023, and Zachariah’s time in London would have placed her in a similar field.

The evidence is limited; Elishi’s Instagram feed doesn't contain any pictures before 2020, meaning the photos from 2018 are among the few publicly available glimpses of their friendship. Zachariah still follows Elishi on Instagram, though Elishi appears to have unfollowed Zachariah. The story raises questions about the dynamics within the reality TV circuit and the potential for future reunions. It serves as a reminder that even amidst the manufactured drama, genuine connections can form.

The revelation offers a fascinating peek behind the scenes of reality television, reminding viewers that personalities often have histories far beyond their current on-screen personas.