India, March 24 -- Mel Schilling, a star of Married at First Sight (MAFS) and a relationship expert, passed away at the age of 54 after being diagnosed with colon cancer in 2023.

Mel received the heartbreaking diagnosis of bowel cancer after experiencing intense stomach cramps while filming the Australian edition of the romance series.

Two week ago, Mel Schilling disclosed in an Instagram post that following a period of remission from her cancer, she was informed at Christmas that there were no further treatment options available from her doctors.

"I honestly don't know how long I have left, but I do know I will fight to my last breath and will be surrounded by the love and support of my people," she said.

She urged her followers to s...