Matt Golinski's new lease on life sees him smiling again Matt Golinski. Picture posted of Matt Golinski and Erin Yarwood and the RSPCA Million Paws walk. AFTER suffering severe burns to almost 40 per cent of his body in a tragic fire that claimed his family on Boxing Day in 2011, its nice to see Matt Golinski with a new lease on life. Woman's Day is reporting that the celebrity chef who now dedicates his time to giving back to the community, has developed a close relationship with his personal trainer and physiotherapist Erin Yarwood. They clicked right away, a lovely friendship formed and, slowly and gently, their feelings have changed. It's become a very special love story," a friend told the magazine. Despite still being plagued by health issues, Matt is making the most of his second chance by training for a marathon with the help of Erin.