Maria Thattil and Moana Hope are officially the new ‘it’ couple.
The pair went public with their relationship in September 2023 and have provided us with plenty of loved-up photos since.
AFLW player, Moana and former Miss Universe Australia, Maria made their red carpet debut in September 2023, before making their relationship ‘Instagram official’ in October.
The pair received an abundance of love from fans, but with this love also came hateful comments. Maria later addresses the negative response on Instagram.
“I received a hom*ophobic msg in response to our snaps this weekend, that being gay is ‘disgusting’ and all I’ll say is this. Accepting myself has meant that I get to experience this level of bliss. I wish that for everyone,” she began.
“So if that’s disgusting, then call me absolutely repulsive. 🌈 This weekend. This place. This woman. Life surprises you when your heart is open. #happy.”
Maria wasn’t alone as Moana was accused of moving on too quickly from her ex-wife Isabella Carlstrom. The pair were together for six years and welcomed two children before splitting in May 2023.
“Whether I’m dating one person, multiple people, whether I’m thinking about one day would I get married again, whatever decision I make for me is my choice. I don’t need to follow some book or time frame based on what’s appropriate or acceptable to people,” Moana responded.
Despite these comments, their love appears to be stronger than ever.
Recently, Maria embarked on her latest career venture as an actress, appearing on classic Aussie soap, Neighbours.
When speaking with 2DAY FM’s Hughesy, Ed & Erin about her role, Maria told the show’s hosts that Moana laughed because “she had to watch me flirt and she just looked at me and said ‘that’s not how you actually flirt so that’s okay.'”
In celebration of their love, we’ve rounded up some of Maria and Moana’s best photos.
Lovebirds!
A very fashionable duo.
“I love the way you look at me. A very fancy date night @moanahope” Maria said in a photo of the two attending the NGV Gala in December 2023.
Maria and Moana were dressed to the nines when they attended the Marie Claire Women of the Year Awards in November 2023.
The couple look relaxed and happy in this beach selfie.
Cheesing from ear-to-ear.
All bundled up!
Moana and Maria went “Instagram official” on 8 October 2023. Moana uploaded this photo on Instagram with the caption, “I kissed a girl and she makes me happy. 🙃 #justus #mysafespace #raindrops”.
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Charlotte Knoke is a digital content producer working across Now To Love, Woman’s Day and TV Week at Are Media. She writes about all things entertainment and lifestyle and has a keen interest in pop culture, royals, fashion, books, travel and women’s sport. Charlotte graduated from the University of Technology Sydney in 2023 with a Bachelor of Communication where she majored in Public Communication and minored in Social and Political Sciences. She has previously worked at a wide variety of companies including Netball Australia, Booktopia, Sportsgirl and Women’s Sport Australia. At these various companies, Charlotte gained valuable experience in a range of different areas including marketing, communication, social media, copywriting, public relations and journalism. In her current role as a digital content producer, Charlotte particularly enjoys writing about the latest TV shows, celebrity news, fashion picks, upcoming movies, shopping content and news about both the British and international royal families.
