Matty Johnson
Matty Johnson | |
|---|---|
| Born | Matthew David Johnson 6 July 1987 |
| Other names | Matty J |
| Occupation(s) | Media personality, podcaster, presenter |
| Years active | 2016–present |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 2 |
Matthew David Johnson (born 6 July 1987),[1] commonly known as Matty J, is an Australian media personality, podcaster and presenter.
Career
In 2016, Johnson first appeared on the second season of The Bachelorette Australia, where he ended as the runner-up.
In 2017, Johnson then appeared on the fifth season of The Bachelor Australia, where he chose Laura Byrne as the winner.[2]
In 2019, Johnson co-hosted Luxury Escapes.[3]
In 2021, Johnson competed in the eighteenth season of Dancing with the Stars Australia, where he was partnered with Ruby Gherbaz. He was eliminated sixth from the contest.
In 2025, Johnson appeared as a contestant on the eleventh season of I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!, where he finished third.[4]
Personal life
Johnson married Laura Byrne in Mollymook, New South Wales on 11 November 2022.[5] They have two daughters.[6][7]
References
- ^ Johnson, Matthew [@matthewdavidjohnson]; (6 July 2023). "Got to spend the birthday on a tropical island, with a smoke show of a wife, in a bungalow, surrounded by screaming children". Retrieved 22 January 2025 – via Instagram. |
- ^ Rutherford, Karlie (14 September 2017). "The Bachelor finale: Matty J reveals his true love Laura Byrne". news.com.au. Retrieved 14 September 2017.
- ^ "Matty J to co-host Luxury Escapes with Sophie Falkiner". girl.com.au. 15 June 2023. Retrieved 15 June 2023.
- ^ "I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!". 10play. 16 February 2025. Retrieved 16 February 2025.
- ^ Fenner, Rachel (11 November 2022). "Matty J and Laura walk down the aisle five years after filming The Bachelor". PerthNow. Retrieved 12 November 2022.
- ^ Tarbert, Kristine (20 June 2019). "Bachelor couple Matty J and Laura Byrne welcome baby girl". Yahoo! Australia. Retrieved 24 July 2019.
- ^ Powers, Katie (4 February 2021). "Laura Byrne and Matty J welcome baby girl!". Who. Retrieved 10 February 2021.