It’s one thing to marry the person you love — it’s another to build a life together across two continents while navigating fertility treatments under a public spotlight. Brittany Hockley, best known as a runner-up on The Bachelor Australia and co-host of the Life Uncut podcast, has been remarkably open about the realities of her long-distance marriage to Swiss footballer Benjamin Siegrist and her ongoing IVF journey — here’s what the facts show.
Born: 21 August 1987 ·
Known for: Runner-up on The Bachelor Australia, co-host of Life Uncut podcast ·
Spouse: Benjamin Siegrist (married 2024) ·
Occupation: Radio host, podcaster, TV personality, author ·
Residence: Australia and Italy
Quick snapshot
- Married Benjamin Siegrist in a Bali ceremony on June 4, 2025, at Pandawa Cliff Estate (Marie Claire Australia (women’s lifestyle publication))
- Co-founded the Life Uncut podcast with Laura Byrne in 2019 (WHO Magazine (Australian celebrity weekly))
- Three genetically tested embryos frozen after her fourth fertility treatment (WHO Magazine (Australian celebrity weekly))
- Exact number of embryos Hockley currently has stored (she has not disclosed a precise count beyond the three tested) (WHO Magazine) (Now To Love (Australian celebrity news))
- Specific future plans for relocating between Australia and Europe permanently (Now To Love (Australian celebrity news))
- Benjamin Siegrist’s current club situation beyond being on loan from Rapid București to Genoa in early 2026 (New Idea (Australian magazine))
- Whether Hockley plans to move to Europe or remain in Australia long-term (inferred from public statements) (Now To Love (Australian celebrity news))
- Met on Raya in November 2022; relationship public by June 2023 (Marie Claire Australia (women’s lifestyle publication))
- Engaged June 2024; married June 4, 2025 (New Idea (Australian magazine))
- Bought a $2.4 million Gold Coast home on wedding night as an investment (realestate.com.au (Australian property platform))
- Hockley continues to host Life Uncut and TV after‑party shows for Married At First Sight (Now To Love (Australian celebrity news))
- Couple intends to maintain long-distance arrangement while careers remain in different regions (Life Uncut / YouTube (official podcast channel))
- Fertility journey ongoing; Hockley said she waited six months between cycles before feeling ready for another freeze (WHO Magazine) (Now To Love (Australian celebrity news))
Six key facts, one pattern: Hockley’s public narrative is built on a mix of candid disclosure and deliberate privacy around the most intimate parts of her life.
Here is a quick overview of Brittany Hockley’s personal details.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full name | Brittany Hockley Siegrist |
| Date of birth | 21 August 1987 |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Spouse | Benjamin Siegrist (m. 2024) |
| Occupation | Radio host, podcaster, TV personality, author |
| Notable work | Life Uncut podcast, The Bachelor Australia |
Who is Brittany Hockley married to?
Who is Benjamin Siegrist?
Benjamin Siegrist is a Swiss professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper. At the time of their relationship coverage, he was based in Scotland with Celtic FC (Now To Love (Australian celebrity news)). A later report in early 2026 placed him in Genoa, Italy, on loan from Romanian club Rapid București (New Idea (Australian magazine)).
When did Brittany Hockley get married?
The couple married on June 4, 2025, at Pandawa Cliff Estate in Bali (Marie Claire Australia (women’s lifestyle publication)). Hockley publicly stated that after the wedding the plan remained long-distance because both partners had separate careers in different regions (Life Uncut / YouTube (official podcast channel)).
Hockley and Siegrist invested in a $2.4 million Gold Coast property on their wedding night as an investment property, signaling that they are building a future base in Australia while Siegrist’s career keeps him in Europe (realestate.com.au (Australian property platform)).
What this means: The marriage is real and legally binding, but the geographical split remains an unresolved practical reality — one that Hockley has openly acknowledged will require ongoing negotiation.
What is Brittany Hockley famous for?
Was Brittany Hockley on The Bachelor?
Yes — she appeared as a contestant on season 3 of The Bachelor Australia starring Richie Strahan, finishing as runner-up in 2016 (WHO Magazine (Australian celebrity weekly)).
What is the Life Uncut podcast?
Co-founded with fellow Bachelor alum Laura Byrne in 2019, Life Uncut is a conversational podcast covering relationships, sex, and current events. It has become one of Australia’s most listened-to independent podcasts (Now To Love (Australian celebrity news)).
- Hockley also hosts the Married At First Sight after‑party show on Channel 9 (Now To Love)
- She co‑authored a book with Laura Byrne titled Life Uncut: How to Survive Modern Love (WHO Magazine (Australian celebrity weekly))
The pattern: Hockley leveraged her Bachelor visibility into a multi-platform career — podcasting, TV, and publishing — that relies on her willingness to be personally candid.
How many embryos does Brittany Hockley have?
What is Brittany Hockley’s IVF journey?
Hockley has undergone four rounds of fertility treatment. Her most recent cycle produced three genetically normal embryos that were frozen (WHO Magazine (Australian celebrity weekly)). She described the three‑week hormonal treatment period as “the worst three weeks of her life” (WHO Magazine (Australian celebrity weekly)).
Why did a phone call leave Brittany Hockley ‘broken’?
During the process, Hockley received a phone call about her fertility results that she said left her “broken.” She did not disclose the exact contents of the call but said it caused significant emotional distress (WHO Magazine).
Three embryos do not guarantee a child — Hockley herself said the outcome could be “none, one, or two” children (WHO Magazine (Australian celebrity weekly)). The emotional and financial stakes remain high, especially when the partner lives overseas.
Why this matters: For many Australian women undergoing IVF, the combination of a long‑distance relationship and public scrutiny adds pressure that Hockley has chosen to illustrate in real time, normalizing the uncertainty that fertility treatment entails.
How did Brittany Hockley meet her husband?
How did Brittany Hockley meet Ben?
They matched on the celebrity dating app Raya in November 2022 (Marie Claire Australia (women’s lifestyle publication)). Their relationship became public in June 2023 (New Idea (Australian magazine)).
Are Brittany and her husband still together?
Yes. As of early 2026, the couple remains married though living apart. Siegrist flew to Australia for just three days to be present for embryo creation (WHO Magazine), and they continue to share updates both together and separately on social media.
The implication: The relationship works because both partners accept the arrangement, but the physical separation places unusual strain on major life decisions — especially family planning.
What does Brittany Hockley’s husband do?
What is Benjamin Siegrist’s career?
Siegrist is a professional footballer who has played for several European clubs, including Celtic FC in Scotland, and was loaned to Genoa in Italy from Rapid București in 2026 (New Idea (Australian magazine)).
Where does Benjamin Siegrist play?
His primary role is goalkeeper. At the time of Hockley’s public updates, he was training and playing in Italy, while Hockley remained based in Australia (New Idea (Australian magazine)).
What this means: Siegrist’s career dictates his geographic location, making it the structural reason the couple cannot cohabitate full‑time — a trade‑off both have publicly accepted.
Timeline of key events
Key milestones in Hockley’s life and relationship are summarized below.
| Date or period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1987 | Brittany Hockley born in Australia |
| 2015 | Runner-up on The Bachelor Australia season 3 |
| 2019 | Co-founded Life Uncut podcast with Laura Byrne |
| Nov 2022 | Met Benjamin Siegrist on Raya |
| Jun 2023 | Relationship made public |
| Jun 2024 | Engagement announced |
| Jun 4, 2025 | Wedding at Pandawa Cliff Estate, Bali |
| Late 2025 | Purchased $2.4 million Gold Coast home |
| 2025–2026 | Publicly shares IVF journey and long‑distance challenges |
The timeline shows how quickly the relationship progressed from meeting to marriage while navigating career and fertility challenges.
Clarity: confirmed and unclear
Confirmed facts
- Brittany Hockley married Benjamin Siegrist in 2024/2025. (Marie Claire Australia)
- She is co‑host of Life Uncut podcast. (WHO Magazine)
- She was runner‑up on The Bachelor Australia. (WHO Magazine)
- She has undergone four fertility treatments with three frozen embryos. (WHO Magazine)
- The couple bought a $2.4 million Gold Coast property. (realestate.com.au)
What’s unclear
- Exact number of embryos currently stored. (WHO Magazine)
- When or if the couple will live together permanently. (Now To Love)
- Benjamin Siegrist’s long‑term club situation. (New Idea)
- Specific timeline for next steps in fertility treatment. (WHO Magazine)
This clarity section helps separate verified facts from remaining questions.
Quotes from Brittany Hockley
“It was the worst three weeks of my life.”
— Brittany Hockley on the hormonal treatment period (WHO Magazine (Australian celebrity weekly))
Brittany Hockley described receiving fertility results as being ‘broken’ by a phone call, leaving her in tears (WHO Magazine).
Summary
Brittany Hockley has built a public career on transparency, but her private life remains a balancing act between two continents and a medically uncertain path to parenthood. For Australian women following her story, the takeaway is clear: even a high‑profile relationship with substantial financial resources cannot eliminate the emotional weight of IVF, distance, and societal expectations. The choice Hockley made — to share the struggle — removes the polished veneer from modern celebrity marriage and offers a more honest picture of what long‑distance family planning really looks like. Related: Olivia Munn: Health, Family, Career & Surrogacy Journey and Emily Seebohm and Ryan Gallagher: Split, Baby, Olympics.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Brittany Hockley’s age?
Brittany Hockley was born on 21 August 1987, making her 38 years old as of early 2026.
Does Brittany Hockley have a disability?
There is no public information or verified source indicating Brittany Hockley has a disability. She has not disclosed any such condition.
Who is Laura Byrne to Brittany Hockley?
Laura Byrne is a close friend and co‑host of the Life Uncut podcast. She also appeared on The Bachelor Australia with Hockley.
What is the Life Uncut podcast about?
Life Uncut is a conversational podcast covering relationships, sex, dating, and personal stories, hosted by Brittany Hockley and Laura Byrne.
Where does Benjamin Siegrist play football?
Benjamin Siegrist is a goalkeeper who has played for Celtic FC in Scotland and was on loan at Genoa in Italy from Rapid București in early 2026.
How long have Brittany Hockley and Ben been together?
They met in November 2022 and have been together for over three years as of early 2026.
What does oy oy oy mean in Australia?
“Oy oy oy” is an informal Australian exclamation often used to express excitement, approval, or to get attention. It has no direct connection to Brittany Hockley.
James Mitchell is Editor-in-Chief at Southern Monitor, overseeing editorial standards, publication decisions and corrections.