Alessandra Rampolla Reveals Heartbreaking Family Tragedy Ahead of Filming New Married At First Sight Series

Married At First Sight Expert Alessandra Rampolla Mourns Father’s Death

Married At First Sight star Alessandra Rampolla is grieving the loss of her father, José Antonio Rampolla Navarro, who passed away on May 19, 2025, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, at age 90. The relationship expert shared the news on Instagram, describing him as a “beloved husband, father, and grandfather” surrounded by family in his final moments.

José Antonio is survived by his wife, Ginette, their five children—Carla, Ricardo, Alessandra, José, and Cary—and grandchildren Valeria, Daniela, Camila, Luke, José, and Isabella. The family requested prayers and expressed gratitude for the support they’ve received. A memorial mass will be held on June 11 at San Ignacio de Loyola Parish in San Juan. “You will always be in our hearts—rest in peace,” the family shared.

Alessandra, 49, has not yet made a public statement beyond her social media tribute. The Puerto Rican-born therapist is set to return to Australia soon to film Season 13 of MAFS, where she has been a fan-favorite expert since 2021.

[IMAGE: Alessandra Rampolla at a MAFS event, caption: “Alessandra Rampolla has been a fixture on MAFS since 2021.”]

Sources close to the star reveal she’s eager to resume work, having previously expressed excitement about her role. “She was surprised by the show’s editing style but loved how respected she was by fans and crew,” an insider said. Alessandra reportedly binge-watched past seasons to better understand the format.

[IMAGE: José Antonio Rampolla Navarro in a family photo, caption: “José Antonio Rampolla Navarro passed away surrounded by loved ones.”]

Beyond MAFS, Alessandra hosts the Puerto Rican TV show Dare with Alessandra and boasts 859,000 Instagram followers. Her blend of warmth and expertise has made her a standout figure in reality TV.

Fans have flooded her social media with condolences, praising her strength during this difficult time. As filming approaches, Alessandra’s return will mark a poignant balance of personal grief and professional dedication.

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Key Points:

• José Antonio Rampolla Navarro died at 90 in Puerto Rico.
• Memorial service scheduled for June 11 in San Juan.
• Alessandra to return for MAFS Season 13 amid personal loss.
• The star continues to juggle her thriving TV career in Puerto Rico and Australia.

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