Tahnee Cook exposes 'fake Homestays' on reality show

Tahnee Cook, a former contestant on "Married At First Sight," recently addressed rumors about the homes where contestants stay during Homestays Week. She shared her experiences on TikTok. Some fans believe that producers rent Airbnbs for the show, causing confusion about the authenticity of the homes. Tahnee, who appeared in season 10, explained that she did not stay in a fake home. Instead, she was in her own apartment in Bondi, which made filming challenging. Her small studio unit was easily recognizable, leading to privacy concerns as her address was shown on television. She faced criticism online for her living situation, despite owning luxury items. Tahnee revealed that paying $475 a week for her Bondi apartment was manageable in today's economy. However, showing her actual apartment on the show left her feeling uncomfortable. Her situation is contrasted with Jacqui Burfoot's experience on the same series. Jacqui was discovered using an Airbnb during her Homestays Week. While producers presented it as her home, it was a rented property to make the show more visually appealing. Behind-the-scenes sources indicated that Jacqui's real living arrangements were deemed unsuitable for filming. This situation raised questions about authenticity and privacy for the contestants. Fans of the show are curious about what really happens during Homestays Week.