Overview
- Mel Akbay posted a lengthy Instagram statement apologising for coming across as insensitive and calling the experience a learning curve.
- She addressed a “stalking” remark by stressing she does not condone such behaviour and saying it referenced a joke from when she was 17 that she now regrets.
- She disputed claims she ignored Luke Fourniotis’ sisters at the wedding, saying she hugged and spoke with them and with his mother.
- She clarified that comments about Luke sleeping on the floor were joking, adding that he slept in the bed the entire time.
- She apologised for not developing romantic feelings for Luke and wished him well as outlets in Australia and the UK covered her statement.