For the first time in almost four years we’re getting a Bachelor who’s a total stranger!
Not since 2015, where viewers were introduced to Sam Wood, has the show cast an “average Joe” – and fans are very happy about it!
In a complete departure from the Honey Badger’s rugby skills, Matt is an expert when it comes to space science and the law of physics.
In fact, he’s an astrophysicist, which is a branch of astronomy that employs the principles of physics and chemistry. According to Ten, Matt “has travelled the world following his passion for space, working on his PhD and trying to locate Earth 2.0”.
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While he was raised in Adelaide and Perth, Matt’s search for other planets has taken him as far as Germany, Sweden and Argentina. After several years overseas, he’s now put down roots in Melbourne.
He’s not the first Melbourne resident to front the franchise. Both Sam Wood and Bachelorette Georgia Love reside in the Victorian capital – and are still loved up with the respective people they picked on the show.
But don’t let his intellect intimidate you – Matt enjoys going for a hike in the great outdoors and hitting the gym. The outgoing 31-year-old is also a keen cook and dabbles in a bit of yoga. Namaste!
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Matt has revealed that he wants the type of love that hits you like a thunderbolt, but doesn’t fizzle out.
“I want someone who doesn’t take themselves too seriously and we can just have a laugh and fun together. I’m looking for a best friend, the same way I’ve seen so many of my friends find one in their partners,” he tells Woman’s Day exclusively. Good luck, Matt!
And now we have the first pictures from inside the first cocktail party at the Bachelor mansion, take a look…
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Bachelor Matt is ready to meet Ms Right.
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These two ladies are all dressed up and ready to go.
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And this one had some cue cards to help her out.
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The girls are going all out to impress this year.
And it looks like Matt has some moves!
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The astrophysicist seemed to hit things off with this lady in red.
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…and even received a little kiss too!
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No doubt the smiles will soon fade.
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We are loving this hot pink gown…and it looks like Matt is a fan too!
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The Bachelor has no issue chatting to all the lovely ladies.
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Could this blonde bombshell be The One? Guess we’ll have to wait and see…
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Here comes the bride…
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And she even brought a bridesmaid along too!
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A few touch ups and Matt enjoys a stiff drink.
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This bachelorette can’t keep her hands to herself!
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Another lady, another kiss.
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Going for gold: This lady in sparkles has caught Matt’s attention
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And he’s already got the girls going head over heels!
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It’s puppy love! Will Matt be swayed by an adorable pooch?
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Umm what’s going on here?
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After the meet and greets, Matt looked very cosy with one lucky lady. (All images credit to Diimex/Matrix)
