Matthew David Johnson (born 6 July 1987), commonly known as Matty J, is an Australian media personality, podcaster and presenter.

Career

In 2016, Johnson first appeared on

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of '' The Bachelorette Australia'', where he ended as the runner-up. In 2017, he then appeared on

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of ''

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'', where he chose Laura Byrne as the winner. In 2019, Johnson co-hosted ''Luxury Escapes'', alongside

Sophie Falkiner Sophie Falkiner (born 20 March 1973, in Melbourne) is an Australian television presenter. Sophie has previously presented an entertainment news series ''Confidential (TV series), Confidential'' on Fox8. She was also a presenter on ''The Great O ...

. In 2021, he competed in the eighteenth season of the Australian version of ''

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'', 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!''.

Personal life

Johnson married Laura Byrne in

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, New South Wales on 11 November 2022. They have two daughters.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Johnson, Matthew David Television personalities from Sydney 1987 births Living people Australian media personalities Bachelor Nation contestants