Jessika Power has told how she was left fearing for her life after experiencing domestic abuse from a former partner.
The Married at First Sight bride tells the Daily Mail she has gathered the strength to make her experiences public after living in fear and shame.
Power, 33, says she felt like she had to hide the truth because she and her ex-partner ‘looked happy’ in public – but in private it was a different matter.
“There were things I kept hidden for a long time and tried to process privately because I loved him, I was scared and I kept hoping that the situation would change,” Power told the Daily Mail this week.
‘I reached a point where silence felt heavier than speaking out.
“There is fear, shame and the knowledge that people will dissect your every decision and ask why you stayed or why you didn’t speak up sooner.
Jessika Power (pictured) has told how she feared for her life after domestic violence by a former partner
“Unless you’ve experienced that kind of control and fear, it can be difficult to understand how complicated leaving really is.”
Power’s status as a television star only complicated the situation and made it harder for her to speak about what was happening in her personal life.
“For a long time I felt ashamed and afraid of how people would judge me, especially because I am a public figure and people think they know me from television or social media,” she said.
Power reveals that at times the violence became so bad that she was hospitalized with injuries that left permanent damage to her body.
“I was subjected to incredible abuse, which landed me in hospital more than once, and I still have the scars that person left me,” she said.
‘I was left with spinal damage and multiple scars, both inside and out.’
The reality star wasn’t sure she would survive the relationship.
“There were times when I really feared for my life and times when leaving seemed impossible,” she said.
Power, 33, says she felt like she had to hide the truth because she and her ex-partner ‘looked happy’ in public – but in private it was a different matter
Power says her decision to share her story, which she first did through a series of posts on Instagram (pictured), was an act of empowerment.
‘Domestic violence is not always as simple as walking out the door. Fear, threats, isolation and psychological control can make you feel completely trapped.
“I’m incredibly grateful that I was finally able to get out and get help.”
Power says her decision to share her story, which she first did through a series of posts on Instagram, was an act of empowerment.
She encourages other women stuck in the same situation to seek help, whether that is through public statements or private access to domestic violence services.
“I wanted to take back control of my own story and show other women that domestic violence can happen to anyone, no matter how confident, independent or outgoing they seem,” she said.
“I encourage women to speak up when they feel safe and ready, but speaking out publicly should always be their choice.
“No one owes the public their trauma, and speaking out through the police, a lawyer, a counselor or a counselor is just as valid as sharing it publicly.”
Jessika rose to fame on season six of Married At First Sight in 2019.
“I wanted to take back control of my own story and show other women that domestic abuse can happen to anyone, no matter how confident, independent or outgoing they seem,” she said.
Power has subsequently appeared in a range of reality shows including Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, Celebrity Ex on the Beach, Celebs Go Dating and Big Brother VIP.
She told the Daily Mail that she is looking forward to expanding her TV career in the near future.
‘If the right opportunity came along, I would absolutely continue working in television. Television has given me the platform I have today, and despite the craziness, I really love it,” she said.
“I’m open to television, content creation and projects that allow people to see who I am now, rather than a version of me from years ago.”
The one-time MAFS bride’s next role is as an ambassador for SXHIBITIONan adult lifestyle expo held at the Melbourne Convention Center in September 2026.
“I loved the idea of being part of an event that celebrates confidence, sexuality and content creation without shame,” explained Jessika, who now makes a living with OnlyFans.
‘The adult industry is constantly judged from the outside, but there are so many intelligent and hard-working creators who have built successful businesses on their own terms.
“I loved meeting people in person, supporting the industry and showing that women can own their image, sexuality and career without apologizing for it.”
If you need someone to talk to about domestic abuse, call 1800RESPECT or visit the White Ribbon Australia website. In case of emergency you can call 000.
