New AFL personality Paris Bishop garnered significant attention at the 2026 Brownlow Medal count, held at Melbourne's Crown Palladium on Monday night. Bishop, accompanied by her partner Essendon player Sam Durham, presented a notable figure on the red carpet.
Bishop's ensemble for the event was an intricately embellished corset gown featuring a dramatic sweeping train. Her appearance was supported by a styling team including Hermiz Daniel for hair and Jack Cail for makeup. She accessorized her look with jewelry from Keshett Jewellery.
Durham, her partner, wore a classic black tuxedo. The couple publicly confirmed their relationship in May 2024, with Bishop posting images of them on social media. They made their first joint public appearance in April 2024 at a movie premiere in Melbourne.
Durham confirmed their relationship status in a statement to the Herald Sun, noting they were "still pretty fresh, but have been seeing each other for a while." Bishop is represented by Chadwick Models and engages in paid brand promotions on social media.
Reports have also indicated that Bishop's fashion choices have drawn notice from international figures, including.<0xC2><0xA0>Kylie Jenner.