From the makers of Made in Chelsea comes a new reality series which follows a band of young, Sydney socialites as they navigate life and love on our most iconic stretch of sand. Made in Bondi promises plenty of drama between the close knit tribe – with a few of them sharing history – as they flit from one party to the next, swilling champagne and swanning about, Not surprisingly, there’s a few models and influencers among the cast, as well as a jewellery designer and a talent agent so expect a healthy dose of self-promotion as you peek into the lifestyles of the rich and wannabe famous.
Here’s everything you need to know about the cast
Bella Salerno, 23
A word to the wise – don’t mess with Bella. The content creator was born and raised in Sydney, but attended boarding school in the UK with the world’s elite, and wasn’t messing around when she set fire to her ex-boyfriend Lawson’s clothes after learning he cheated on her. “I’ve been on an emotional roller-coaster,” she said. “I’d be lying if I said I hadn’t shed a few tears.”
Charlie Moore, 22
When Charlie’s not studying to take over his family’s hospitality empire, he’s partying and surfing. We also suspect the handsome Sydneysider will be tangled up in a few dalliances this season. “There were lots of romances, heartbreak and lust. It was a roller-coaster of emotions, for sure,” he said, adding that while he did make a few new friends, he also made some enemies, too. “It was a wild ride.”
Pippa Hanan, 22
Unlucky-in-love Pippa is on the hunt for a genuine and loyal man in Sydney’s East, after admitting she always goes for “a–holes”. Just last year she had her heart broken by a cheating boyfriend, but that’s not going to get her down. “Drama seemed to follow me like a shadow this season despite my attempts to shake it more than once,” she admitted. “Betrayal, love and heartbreak – I think I felt very emotional.”
Lachy McLean, 27
After returning home from a seven-year stint in the US playing professional football, the cameras began rolling. “It was a trial by fire for me,” he said. “There are some people who I really value and there are some people I don’t.” Ouch!
Kayla Krug, 21
“I get called posh all the time!” Kayla, a South African-born, Sydney-raised personal trainer said. Outspoken and unfiltered, she is besties with Bella. You can count on this: Kayla will bring the drama.
Billy Daniels, 32
The PR boss loves beautiful and expensive clothes, regular Botox appointments and getting involved in his friends’ lives. “I did do plenty of meddling,” confessed Billy, who is close friends with Paul.
Emma Pillemer, 22
The hugely successful Emma Pills founder knows “everyone who’s anyone” in Bondi, and revealed “there’s no drama for me” this season, suggesting the “sweet at heart” powerhouse might be the cast’s voice of reason. We should also mention she’s the only cast member 100 per cent born and raised in Bondi. Oh, snap!
Harley Christie, 31
The luxury car dealer is living his “best life” in Bondi and has no intention of growing up anytime soon. He’s also attracted to high-maintenance and dramatic women. “There’s no love without fire!”
Isabella Cicero, 31
The former WAG-turned-model is no stranger to reality TV, having appeared in Made in Chelsea: Sydney last year. She counts Lachy and Harley as her closest friends on the show and describes her life as “completely chaotic”.
Jai Kaldor, 27
This creator agent “lives for the tea” and will get herself into trouble this season as a consequence. “It’s never my drama, though,” she insisted. Jai is single for the first time in 13 years – and plans to stay that way.
Lawson Mahoney, 22
A model and the son of a real estate mogul, Lawson coasts through life and prides himself on having the personality and the looks. “I love being the centre of attention and causing a bit of havoc,” he said. We have a feeling Lawson is going to ruffle feathers.
Molly Paradice, 23
A self-described “polarising character”, this country girl who now calls Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs home isn’t afraid to be her true self – and get her Made by Molly jewellery label some attention, too. Did we mention she’s also a flirt?
Paul Versace, 31
As one of Sydney’s most sought-after stylists, Paul knows good taste when he sees it. Perhaps this is why he aligns himself with fellow tastemakers Emma and Billy. We can’t wait to see his looks this season.
Where to watch Made In Bondi
Made in Bondi is due to launch August, 2024, in Channel 7 and 7Plus.
