Farmer Wants A Wife contestant Ellen Dunger is the latest reality star to criticize her editing on a matchmaking show, but not for the reason some would think.
While many budding reality stars criticize producers for making them look less attractive, the 29-year-old ACM sportswriter, who was paired with farmer Todd Melbourne, has taken issue with barely appearing on screen.
She took to Instagram on Monday to express her frustration at appearing as a “mute” in the Channel Seven series and being “omitted” in the final edit.
“Honestly, it was the hardest thing I’ve ever done emotionally,” the New South Wales native, who was eliminated in episode 15, began her lengthy message.
“It’s not easy when people make you cry your eyes out, day after day, for more than half an hour at a time, asking you why your previous relationships have failed, whether you think you deserve love, etc.”
Farmer Wants A Wife contestant Ellen Dunger, 29 (left), who was paired with farmer Todd Melbourne, 33, (right), is the latest reality star to criticize her editing on a search show as a couple
Ellen went on to say that the whole experience “exhausted” her, and while she doesn’t regret appearing on the show, she’s not “completely thrilled with it.”
“As sad as all that is, I showed how fucking resilient I am and I’m proud of it. I learned a lot about myself,” she said.
‘I realized how many people I had by my side and that is also very special. I have a good friend in Daisy Lamb (winner) who checked me in, and she still does, which speaks louder than any edit.
While many budding reality stars criticize producers for making them look less attractive, the ACM sportswriter has taken issue with barely appearing on screen.
She took to Instagram on Monday to express her frustration at appearing “mute” in the Channel Seven series and being “omitted” in the final edit.
Ellen ended her post by thanking the people who have supported her since her departure from the show and praised the fans “who sent emails complaining about my obvious omission in the edit.”
Daily Mail Australia has contacted Channel Seven for comment.
Fellow FWAW star Daisy, 27, who won season 14 of the series and captured the heart of Farmer Todd, 33, commented on Ellen’s post to agree with her criticism of the matchmaking show.
Fellow FWAW star Daisy, 27, who won season 14 of the series and captured Farmer Todd’s heart, commented on Ellen’s post to agree with her criticism of the matchmaking show.
Daisy (right) previously criticized her own “disappointing and embarrassing” edit on FWAW, and her and Todd’s pairing sparked controversy among viewers.
“I’m telling you this more than anything, but I’m so proud of you,” Daisy wrote.
“You are one of the funniest, most down to earth people and I am so happy to be able to call you my friend throughout this whole ordeal.” Your resilience shines daily.
“A big F**K YES to the cowboy boot earrings (epic) and a big F**K YOU to the production that made you so dirty (still bothers me).”
Daisy previously criticized her own “disappointing and embarrassing” edit on FWAW, and her and Todd’s pairing sparked controversy among viewers.