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Reality TV star Konrad Bien-Stephen has died at age 35 this week, his manager has confirmed in an emotional statement, as tributes pour in for the Australian tradesman<\/p>\n

Jessica Clarke Digital Reporter <\/p>\n

08:33, 02 Apr 2026Updated 10:42, 02 Apr 2026<\/p>\n

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His manager confirmed the news in a statement as tributes pour in from heartbroken fans<\/p>\n

The Bachelorette<\/a> star Konrad Bien-Stephen has died aged 35. His manager confirmed the news in a statement as tributes pour in from heartbroken fans. The reality star was known for his appearances on The Bachelorette in 2021 and The Challenge last year.<\/a><\/p>\n

His manager confirmed the star had died on Monday, writing: \u201cIt is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Konrad Bien-Stephen.<\/p>\n

“We ask that you respect the privacy of their family during this incredibly difficult time. No further information will be shared at this stage. Our thoughts are with all who loved him.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The Bachelorette star Konrad Bien-Stephen has died aged 35(Image: WireImage)<\/p>\n

His ex-partner, Abbie Chatfield,<\/a> said that while they haven’t spoken in years, she was \u201cdevastated for his friends and family.\u201d She wrote online: \u201cI have seen the news of Konrad\u2019s death, and I have known the news for a few days now. Thank you to the people reaching out to me to let me know or to send their support”.<\/p>\n

The podcast host continued: \u201cKonrad was such a kind and sweet person to everyone. A very caring man who deserved to live a very very long life. I am so heartbroken that he doesn\u2019t get to do that. And that his loved ones don\u2019t get to experience that full, long life with him.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tributes continued to pour in, as a friend wrote: “One of the kindest, sweetest and most authentic of all. I\u2019ll miss your hugs brother”, while another person added: “beautiful boy, you were one of the kindest people and you made me smile every time I saw you, you will be missed.”<\/p>\n

Fans have said they are ‘speechless’ and ‘heartbroken’ as another added: “When you are a kind and sensitive soul like you were, this world<\/a> can be too much to handle. I hope the peace you so longed for has now been found”.<\/p>\n

Konrad won hearts on the first season of The Bachelorette to feature both male and female contestants. He quickly became known for his iconic fashion sense and big heart.<\/p>\n

He featured on Brooke Burton’s season of the show and while Brooke didn\u2019t pick him as the winner in the end, Konrad was a fan favourite and gained a big following online.<\/p>\n

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The reality star was known for his appearances on The Bachelorette in 2021 and The Challenge last year(Image: @megan.leto.marx\/Instagram)<\/p>\n

During the shows season, he confirmed he was in a relationship with Abbie Chatfield, however they soon went their separate ways. He then went on to date Australian ARIA-winning artist Thelma Plum.<\/p>\n

Megan Marx, who Konrad explored a romantic connection with on The Challenge, shared a heartbreaking post. She wrote: \u201cKonrad has chosen to step off this wild, stubborn road before the rest of us were ready. He was a good friend. And f**k was he was funny! Witty. Made me laugh in that deep, unexpected way that catches in your chest and makes the whole day feel lighter.”<\/p>\n

She added: \u201cI keep thinking about the things he still had lined up \u2013 that wandering horse trek somewhere wide and dusty, the fiddle under his chin, motorcycle trips, the quiet courage of getting his art out into the world. Trying to make the world a little better. Homey. All the pieces of a life still calling to him.”<\/p>\n

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