Since his appearance on The Bachelor in 2015, Wood used his television profile to build a successful fitness career, establishing the 28 by Sam Wood online training and nutrition platform.
The business was sold to myDNA for a reported A$71 million ($88m) in 2022, with Wood remaining its public face after it came under DBG Health’s ownership.
DBG Health announced Wood had been placed on indefinite leave.
The company said it had “zero tolerance for domestic violence” and confirmed chief operating officer Mark Watkin would lead the business during Wood’s absence.
Sam Wood used his television profile to build a successful fitness career.
Meal delivery company Foxes Den, which also worked with Wood, said it was “shocked and deeply saddened” by the allegations and extended its thoughts to those affected by domestic violence.
The company announced it had parted ways with Wood.
Wood’s public image has been closely tied to health, family life and wellness initiatives aimed at women.
Earlier this year, he became the public face of Ollo for Women, a medical weight-loss and telehealth platform aimed at women over 40.
Several fitness industry figures linked to the brand have publicly distanced themselves.
Trainer Tania Monk, who worked on programmes associated with 28 by Sam Wood, said she would no longer continue under the brand, citing her long-standing commitment to advocating for women.
The charges come after a separate legal dispute with the Australian Taxation Office over alleged unpaid tax liabilities exceeding A$7 million ($8.71m). The Herald Sun reported the proceedings were dismissed in September after the parties reached an agreement.