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Paul C Brunson pays tribute to late Married At First Sight coach Mel Schilling
Mel Schilling, a coach on Married At First Sight in Australia and the UK, has died two years after a cancer diagnosis; co-star Paul C Brunson and colleagues paid tribute and E4 said the programme will continue at the family’s request.
Mar 25th 2026 · Australia
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- Mel Schilling died on Tuesday, two years after being diagnosed with cancer.
- She coached on Married At First Sight in Australia and the UK and continued filming while receiving chemotherapy.
- Paul C Brunson called her fearless and praised her for showing up despite treatment and travel.
- E4 said it was Mel and her family's wish that the show continue and confirmed broadcasts will go ahead in the UK.