Just when you thought reality TV couldn’t dish out any more surprises, Married At First Sight’s Clint Rice makes headlines — not for drama on-screen, but for what happened before the cameras even rolled. Yep, his audition tape has leaked, and it’s giving fans a whole new perspective on the 43-year-old pro-golfer turned entrepreneur.
In the leaked footage, Clint opens up candidly about something that’s been a recurring issue in his dating life: gold diggers. It’s raw, it’s real, and honestly, it’s the kind of vulnerability we rarely see from reality TV stars.
Let’s unpack what we learned — from his rocky dating past to his surprising pickiness and how his MAFS journey really unfolded behind the scenes.
Who Is Clint Rice?
Before Clint hit our screens as one of the more grounded grooms on MAFS Australia, he was already making moves in the world of business and sport. Clint Rice is 43 years old as of 2025, and he’s no stranger to success.
A former professional golfer, Clint also made a name for himself as a savvy entrepreneur. According to recent estimates, Clint Rice’s net worth sits around $5 million in 2025, thanks in large part to selling his company for several million dollars.
He lives in Launceston, Tasmania, and while he keeps details about his family life fairly private, it’s clear he’s got strong roots and a no-nonsense attitude when it comes to relationships. And judging from what he revealed in that audition tape, he’s had to be very careful when it comes to dating.
“As Soon As They Know I’ve Got a Porsche…” – The Gold Digger Dilemma
In the leaked clip, Clint doesn’t hold back. He talks about how his wealth has become a major roadblock in his love life. The moment potential partners learn about his luxury car, his house, or that multi-million dollar company sale, things tend to shift — fast.
“As soon as they know I’ve got a Porsche, I’ve got a house, I sold my company for several million… they latch on.”
It’s a frustration that clearly weighs on him. And to be fair, it’s not hard to see why. Clint even shared one particularly telling story — a girl he met while she was waitressing at a PGA reunion seemed sweet at first. But by date number three, she hit him with a sob story about not being able to pay rent… and then asked him to foot the bill for the entire month.
You can’t make this stuff up.
Perfectionist Problems: “Her Third Tooth From the Back Was Crooked…”
But Clint’s not putting all the blame on others. In the same video, he admits he’s been his own worst enemy at times — especially when it comes to unrealistic expectations in dating.
“I’m probably a little bit too much of a perfectionist,” he says, recounting how a tiny imperfection like a slightly crooked tooth gave him the “ick” on what was otherwise a great date.
He owns it, calling himself an “idiot” and admitting that kind of nitpicking limits your options — especially in Launceston, where the dating pool isn’t exactly overflowing.
Still, he says he’s on the lookout for someone “spontaneous,” “chatty,” and who loves to have fun. Sounds fair enough, right?
The Lauren Hall Situation: Compatibility Without the Chaos
Fast forward to his time on Married At First Sight, and Clint was paired with Lauren Hall, a 37-year-old who had her own set of expectations when it came to a partner. Her audition tape — which she showed Clint during the show — revealed she was looking for someone “established,” with “a house or a couple of properties,” and someone who could afford trips to Europe.
“If I was matched with someone who wasn’t successful, I would probably hate them,” she bluntly stated.
Despite how that may have sounded, Clint and Lauren actually got along really well on the show. Unlike many of the other couples that were plagued with drama, Clint and Lauren kept things low-key. They tackled issues in private, over a glass of red wine or a margarita — not in front of the whole cast at a dinner party.
Did Their Lack of Drama Get Them Cut?
In a recent interview with Daily Mail Australia, Clint shared his thoughts on why he and Lauren didn’t get much screen time, even though they lasted longer than many other couples.
“We actually got along really well. We lived together for three or four weeks, and any issues that came up, we’d chat about it in private…”
And therein lies the issue: no drama means no spotlight in the world of reality TV.
Producers seemed more focused on the explosive moments and emotional rollercoasters — not the healthy, respectful connections. That may have cost Clint and Lauren screen time, but honestly, it probably made their actual relationship smoother.
So, What’s Next for Clint?
Whether or not Clint and Lauren are still together (he’s been tight-lipped on that front), one thing’s for sure: Clint Rice has no interest in playing games. He’s looking for the real thing — not someone dazzled by his Porsche or his bank account.
And now, with fans seeing this new, more vulnerable side of him thanks to the leaked tape, Clint’s getting plenty of attention — and support — online. Turns out, a lot of people relate to the struggle of dating while successful.