Future of Channel 4's Virgin Island revealed after Ofcom hit with complaints over controversial show
IT'S the controversial Channel 4 show that invited 12 people to pop their cherries on telly.
And now I can reveal that
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I can reveal that Virgin Island is ready for its second coming
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The Channel 4 relationship show invited 12 virgins to pop their cherries on telly
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The broadcaster has begun casting for a new flock of innocents who want the help of show sexperts
Virgin Island followed the journey of a dozen young people as they learnt the art of intimacy on a Croatian beach.
Working with the therapists and a team of 'surrogate partners' and 'sexological bodyworkers' the aim was to help them overcome their fears and insecurities when it comes to intimacy and sex.
But the showraised eyebrows, with controversial scenes including one where
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It proved to be a big hit with viewers, though, and became Channel 4's most streamed new format since 2023 — especially with that important 16-34 age group.
For that younger age group, it was the biggest launch for six years since
A source said: 'Virgin Island had a big buzz about it as something which really pushed the boundaries.
'In a market filled with somewhat predictable dating shows, it broke the mould and still had that Channel 4 experimental heart to it. So everyone was thrilled when the ratings seemed to back the broadcaster's punt.
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'It felt like a no-brainer to consider a second series.'
The more important news, though, is the programme managed to fulfil its central aim and helped a few of the not-so-dirty dozen to shed their V plates.
Virgin Island viewers outraged over 'uncomfortable' moment with sex expert as they brand show 'creepy'
I told last week how accountant Dave went all the way with surrogate Kat Slade, with a handful following his lead once back in the UK.
Let's hope their success inspires another brave lot to come forward for round two.
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