Married At First Sight Stars Jacqui Burfoot and Clint Rice Celebrate Vibrant New Zealand Wedding

In a heartwarming update from the world of reality TV, former “Married At First Sight” personalities Jacqui Burfoot and Clint Rice have officially become husband and wife, one year following their engagement.

Clint Rice, a 43-year-old professional golfer, shared the joyous news with the Daily Mail, revealing that the couple’s lavish wedding ceremony took place in New Zealand earlier this month.

Reflecting on the event, Rice described it as “unreal,” noting the intensity of the celebrations and the exclusivity of the guest list, where invites were highly sought after.

Jacqui, 30, hails from New Zealand, and the couple chose her family’s picturesque property, the HawkRidge Honeymooners Chalet in Lake Hayes, as the backdrop for their nuptials. This charming location is nestled in the alpine beauty of the Otago region on New Zealand’s South Island, just a stone’s throw away from Queenstown.

The rustic retreat, offering a splendid escape, is available to guests at a rate of NZ$1,300 for a minimum two-night stay, making it an ideal venue for such a special occasion.

Surrounded by beautiful high country and boasting amazing views, the chalet features an open-air hot tub and a wood-burning fire.

Former Married At First Sight stars Jacqui Burfoot and Clint Rice have tied the knot a year after getting engaged 

It’s understood that New Zealand-born Jacqui, 30, and her groom got married at her family property – the HawkRidge Honeymooners Chalet in Lake Hayes 

The 43-year-old pro golfer confirmed to the Daily Mail that the lavish wedding took place in New Zealand earlier this month 

Highlights include a stone hearth, romantic bespoke lighting and a king-size bed.

There’s also a heat pump, air conditioning, and an outdoor BBQ space.

Other features include easy access to the snow fields of Coronet and Cardrona.

It comes after Jacqui told followers earlier this month she was putting her jewellery business on hold ahead of the nuptials.

“F*** it, we’re getting married,’ she said on Instagram.

‘We are taking a break. The whole team is off – we won’t reply to your emails. No DMs. Nothing. Radio silence on our end.

‘See you all soon when I’m Mrs Jacqueline Lee Rice.’

The former MAFS ‘villain’ added that normal business for her Jacqueline Lee Jewellery brand was scheduled to resume on April 25.

Located in the Alpine country of the Otago region on NZ’s South Island, just outside of Queenstown, the gorgeous rustic getaway is priced at NZ$1,300 for a minimum two-night stay 

Highlights include romantic bespoke lighting and a king-size bed. (Pictured)

Jacqui and Clint, who found love after their time on the Channel Nine experiment, celebrated their 12-month anniversary in December 2025.

’12 months today with the love of my life! This was taken a few days into our relationship, on the 15th Nov 2024,’ Jacqui wrote on Instagram at the time.

In the candid post, the reality star didn’t hold back in addressing critics who doubted the legitimacy of their romance.

‘Haters and jealous, attention-seeking co–stars said it’s fake, PR stunt, give it three months, performative or manipulative, just for attention,’ she said.

‘One year in today – please forward your apologies in writing because it looks like your three-month forecast aged like milk with your integrity.’

 She went on to issue a fiery message to her detractors, adding: ‘Also, ew, never project your gross expiration dates or beliefs onto me or Clint ever again. 

The pair sparked headlines after their on-screen connection was initially met with scepticism from fellow participants.

Despite the controversy, the duo remained inseparable after filming wrapped, and have since become one of the show’s rare lasting love stories.

Jacqui, who was matched with Ryan Donnelly, 37, during MAFS 2025, ended up leaving the show with intruder groom Clint.