Local line-up of hosts announced to join iconic reality stars at Hayu FanFest Sydney 2026
Dean McCarthy announced as the official MC of Hayu FanFest Sydney 2026
with Sharyn Casey, Tim Collins, Gen Fricker, and Justin Hill to share panel
hosting duties.
Previously announced Hayu talent roster includes: The Real Housewives
franchise’s Cynthia Bailey, Meredith Marks, Juliet Mayhew, Dorinda
Medley and Alexia Nepola, Below Deck Down Under’s Captain Jason
Chambers and Southern Charm’s Craig Conover and Shep Rose
Limited general admission tickets are on sale now at Ticketek.
Hayu is rolling out the pink carpet for our iconic Aussies, today revealing the official event MC and exciting line-up of local personalities hosting on-stage panels at Hayu FanFest on Saturday, 15 August, 2026. Limited general admission tickets for the first ever Hayu FanFest in Australia are still available, offering fans an immersive reality TV experience like no other.
Hayu ambassador and Australian TV presenter Dean McCarthy will take centre stage as the official MC of Hayu FanFest, compering an unmissable afternoon of on-stage panels and entertainment. Panel sessions will be moderated by a distinguished local line-up including: 1 podcaster and New Zealand media personality, Sharyn Casey; comedian and content creator, Tim Collins; comedian, writer and broadcaster, Gen Fricker; as well as entertainment reporter and podcast host, Justin Hill, who also takes on the role of Hayu FanFest’s official roving reporter.
Held at The Hordern Pavilion, Hayu FanFest will also offer fans meet-and-greet and photo opportunities with cast from Hayu’s iconic series, immersive activations and access to exclusive merch. It’s also the place to experience DJ performances from two iconic Real Housewives under the same roof, with Dorinda Medley and Meredith Marks bringing the beats in unmissable DJ sets.
The previously announced Hayu talent roster includes: Real Housewives Cynthia Bailey (The Real Housewives of Atlanta), Meredith Marks (The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City), Juliet Mayhew (The Real Housewives of London), Dorinda Medley (The Real Housewives of New York City, Ultimate Girls Trip) and Alexia Nepola (The Real Housewives of Miami), along with Captain Jason Chambers (Below Deck Down Under) and Charleston’s finest Craig Conover and Shep Rose (Southern Charm).
Remaining general admission tickets to Hayu FanFest are on sale now through Ticketek.
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Further information – including the jam-packed agenda – will be shared in the coming weeks.
