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Business Upturn
12 hours ago
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- Business Upturn
Everything to know about the Love Is Blind UK season 2 hosts
By Aman Shukla Published on July 31, 2025, 18:00 IST Last updated July 31, 2025, 11:08 IST If you're buzzing with excitement for Love Is Blind: UK Season 2 , you're not alone! The reality TV sensation that has Brits falling in love from behind pods is back, and so are its charismatic hosts, Matt and Emma Willis. This dynamic duo is ready to guide a fresh batch of singles through the emotional rollercoaster of blind dating, engagements, and those nerve-wracking wedding moments. Here's everything you need to know about the hosts of Love Is Blind: UK Season 2. Who Are Matt and Emma Willis? Matt and Emma Willis are the heart and soul of Love Is Blind: UK . This married couple brings a unique blend of charm, wit, and genuine warmth to the show, making them the ideal guides for a journey that's all about finding love without sight. They first stepped into the hosting role for Season 1, which premiered on Netflix on August 7, 2024, and their chemistry was an instant hit with fans. Now, they're back for Season 2, which kicks off on August 13, 2025, with episodes dropping weekly. Emma Willis Emma Willis is a seasoned broadcaster with a knack for connecting with people. You might recognize her from her days presenting Big Brother and Celebrity Big Brother , where she mastered the art of navigating drama and emotions with grace. Her experience in reality TV makes her a natural fit for Love Is Blind: UK . Emma has a way of putting contestants at ease, encouraging them to open up about their deepest feelings in the pods. What makes Emma so relatable? She's all about authenticity. In an interview with Glamour UK , she shared her admiration for the contestants' bravery in seeking genuine connections, saying the show is perfect for 'people who genuinely want to settle down' and are 'sick of the dating world as it is currently.' Her passion for matchmaking shines through, and you can feel her rooting for every love story to succeed. Matt Willis Matt Willis, the other half of this hosting duo, is best known as a musician and co-founder of the pop-punk band Busted. Yep, that's right—the guy who gave us hits like 'Year 3000' is now helping singles find their forever love! Matt brings a laid-back, cheeky vibe to the show, balancing Emma's empathetic approach with his own playful energy. His enthusiasm for the Love Is Blind concept is infectious—he's even joked about wanting 'Love Is Blind holiday camps' because he believes in the experiment so much. Matt's not just a rockstar; he's also a hopeless romantic. He's been married to Emma since 2008, and their real-life chemistry adds a layer of authenticity to their hosting. Together, they've got that perfect mix of humor and heart, making you feel like you're watching the show with your best mates. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Love Is Blind UK season 2 Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Cosmopolitan
a day ago
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- Cosmopolitan
Love Is Blind UK Season 2 Cast, News
Love Is Blind UK is back! While our lives have been taken over by Married At First Sight Australia and Love Island, we're heading back to Netflix with a second season of the show, which follows a series of single people hoping to find love, without ever seeing the person they're dating. Hosted by Matt and Emma Willis, the format takes places in blind pods, where participants head on speed dates with each other, before whittling down their best matches. Eventually, they must either leave engaged to someone, or still single. Those who say 'yes' then head on a group engagement trip before moving into luxury apartments together, and eventually, walking down the aisle. So, who'll be taking on this crazy journey, which kicks off on the streaming platform on August 13? The Love Is Blind UK season 2 cast has finally been announced; and from a singer from Essex, to a cabin crew member from Surrey and a health coach from Kent; here's what you need to know.
Cosmopolitan
a day ago
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- Cosmopolitan
Our verdict on the new Love Is Blind UK 2025 cast, from a singer to an estate agent
Love Is Blind UK is back! While our lives have been taken over by Married At First Sight Australia and Love Island, Netflix are officially back in the room with a second season of the show, which follows a series of single people hoping to find love, without ever seeing the person they're dating. Hosted by Matt and Emma Willis, the format takes places in 'blind pods', where participants head on speed dates with each other, before whittling down their best matches. Eventually, they must either leave engaged to someone, or still single. Those who say 'yes!' then head on honeymoon, before moving into luxury apartments together, and eventually, down the aisle. So, who'll be taking on this crazy journey, which kicks off on the streaming platform on 13th August 2025? The Love Is Blind UK season 2 cast has finally been announced; and from a singer from Essex, to a cabin crew member from Surrey and a health coach from Kent; here's what you need to know.
Daily Mail
a day ago
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- Daily Mail
Love Is Blind UK reveals full cast for season two - with glam singer and hunky gym owner among hopefuls looking for love on hit Netflix series
The glittering cast of season two of Love Is Blind UK has been revealed, and includes a glamorous singer, a loveless dating-app creator and a party girl whose recent relationship broke down when she mentioned starting a family. The hotly-anticipated second season will see a cast of 28 singles who hope to fall in love and get engaged without ever having seen each other. The contestants will get to know each other through a wall, while in individual 'Pods', and put the theory that love is blind to the ultimate test. Following the success of eight US series hosted by Nick and Vanessa Lachey, presenters and married couple Emma and Matt Willis are taking over the helm on UK soil. UK and Ireland-based singles who want to be loved for who they are have signed up for a less-conventional approach to modern dating. Over several weeks, the newly engaged couples will move in together, plan their wedding and find out if their physical connection matches the strong emotional bond developed in the Pods. When their wedding day arrives and the time comes to say 'I do,' real-world realities and external factors may push them apart. Here, Daily Mail takes a look at the Netflix cast who will be dating on the streaming platform from August 13. Aanu, 29, from Essex The first woman in the line-up is singer Aanu, who says doing constant wedding gigs reminds her of how lonely her personal life is. Disillusioned with the dating scene, she has only had one serious relationship of four years and is starting to lose faith in finding lasting love. Aanu prides herself on being a strong woman, but what she really longs for is to settle down and build a family. Amy, 33, from Brecon, Wales Primary school teacher Amy has been single for two years since her last relationship broke down when she suggested they start a family. She describes herself as the 'life and soul of the party' and has recently moved back to her native Wales after living in Dubai for the last few years. Now back on home soil, family-orientated Amy feels more than ready to find someone to build a future with. Billy, 35, from Bangor, Northern Ireland The first male cast member is army physical trainer Billy. Billy has been single since his divorce five years ago and finds the modern-day dating world 'a complete minefield.' He often feels like the third wheel as most of his friends are settled down and as a result, doesn't socialise as much as he used to. Divorce hasn't put Billy off marriage and he's keen to be a husband again and start a family with his life partner. Charlie, 28, from Essex Electrical engineer Charlie is a self-confessed 'cheeky chappy,' and always brings energy to the social scene. Charlie has had his confidence and trust dented in the past, but now feels ready to settle down. A former 'Jack the Lad' and party boy, Charlie has put those days behind him and is looking for an older, more mature woman to live life with. Ashleigh, 30, from Surrey Cabin crew manager and serial dater Ashleigh is fed up with men who enjoy the kudos of going out with an air hostess but refuse to commit. Single for four years, she wants to meet someone she connects with emotionally and lay down the foundations to start a family. Nicknamed 'combat Barbie' due to her links to the army cadets, Ashleigh is into pole fitness, calisthenics and loves a man in uniform. Bardha, 32, from London Sales and marketing director Bardha had been engaged to be married when she found messages to another girl on her ex-fiancé's phone. She ended the relationship immediately but still dreams of her happy ever after and would love her mother, who has battled cancer, to walk her down the aisle. Born in Kosovo, Bardha came to the UK as a young girl with her family to flee the war in her homeland. She says it's unusual in her culture for a woman of her age to be unmarried and her parents would love to see her settled down. Chris, 33, from Sussex Data analyst Chris is a hopeless romantic who isn't afraid to wear his heart on his sleeve and shower his potential partners with thoughtful gifts and date ideas. Despite this, Chris has been single for a year and thinks his struggle to find love is down to his failure to prioritise himself. Chris is a self-confessed nerd with a love of numbers, but still hasn't found 'the one' and he is hoping Love is Blind UK can change that. Demola, 30, from Essex Financial analyst Demola has thought about every detail of his wedding day from a young age and is looking for a wife he can be emotionally in tune with Financial analyst Demola has thought about every detail of his wedding day from a young age and is looking for a wife he can be emotionally in tune with. He has been single for two years following an eight-year relationship which ended because he didn't feel able to be vulnerable with her. Family is hugely important to Demola and he hopes to emulate his parents' long-lasting marriage. Christine, 35, from Limerick, Ireland HR operations lead Christine has had her fair share of heartbreak and admits that bad boys are her downfall. The Monica from Friends lookalike finds it hard to date in her small rural town where the good guys are already snapped up. As an only child, Christine would love to be able to provide her parents with a grandchild and is hoping the experiment will lead to the white wedding she's always dreamed of. Danielle, 33, from Portsmouth Estate agent and business owner Danielle thinks her career success makes dating difficult but is hoping to meet someone whose work ethic matches her own. She has been cheated on several times in the past which means she sometimes finds it difficult to trust, but feels ready to be open and honest as she looks to find the one. Jack, 33, from London In his career, Jack is the brains behind some of the world's biggest dating apps, but hasn't been able to find his own forever swipe right In his career, Jack is the brains behind some of the world's biggest dating apps, but hasn't been able to find his own forever swipe right. At the age of 30 Jack was rushed to hospital with appendicitis. Weeks later he was informed that a cancerous tumour had been found on his appendix. This completely turned his world upside down, especially given his young age at the time. He has since been given the all-clear and has vowed never to take his health for granted again. James, 36, from Skegness Real estate manager James has been married before and has two daughters, aged eight and ten, with his ex-wife Real estate manager James has been married before and has two daughters, aged eight and ten, with his ex-wife. He says his girls are his biggest achievements and he would love to have more children in the future. James used to divide his time between the UK and Thailand where his mum is from. He reckons not being in one place for long has affected his love life. Holly, 30, from London Private chef Holly's culinary business took off two years ago when her LinkedIn profile blew up and went viral, and now her clients include everyone from celebrities to schoolchildren. She wears her heart on her sleeve and tends to fall for guys quickly but finds it difficult to meet men who are emotionally available. She's hoping that will change with Love is Blind UK. Katisha, 31, from Dumfries, Scotland The eldest of seven children, Katisha has been single for more than six years and feels eternally unlucky in love. The nanny and makeup artist says she needs the help of the experiment to widen her search and find men outside of her small hometown who are ready to commit. Katisha has a lot of love to give and is looking for a husband, not a boyfriend. Javen, 28, from Kent Health coach Javen was on Crystal Palace's books until the age of 18 when a heartbreaking injury put an end to his promising football career Health coach Javen was on Crystal Palace's books until the age of 18 when a heartbreaking injury put an end to his promising football career. He has never had a serious relationship and was happy to be single in his early twenties. Javen says he attracts the wrong kind of girls and hopes that the experiment will be a chance to break the mould. Jed, 31, from Essex Having been single for a year, configuration manager Jed is hoping Love is Blind UK will help him find a wife and start a family Having been single for a year, configuration manager Jed is hoping Love is Blind UK will help him find a wife and start a family. His dad is Lebanese and Muslim and although Jed is not religious himself, he holds quite traditional values when it comes to romance. He's the only single one left of his large group of friends who affectionately nicknamed him 'the 3rd wheel.' Laurie, 37, from London Interior stylist Laurie has been single for three years since splitting from her boyfriend over the two of them wanting different futures Interior stylist Laurie has been single for three years since splitting from her boyfriend over the two of them wanting different futures. She tends to date younger men and friends think this is where her love life is going wrong. Laurie is throwing herself into the experiment as she feels she's tried every other method of meeting someone and is now happy to give something unconventional a go. Loll, 31, from Bedfordshire Sales account manager Loll's friends would describe her as a 'loose cannon' and the one with all the outrageous dating stories Sales account manager Loll's friends would describe her as a 'loose cannon' and the one with all the outrageous dating stories. Loll's grandparents were married for nearly 70 years and she hopes to find the same happiness they did. Loll would love to find someone to drink red wine and make pasta with her in the kitchen, with 'That's Amore' on repeat in the background. Jordan, 29, from Bristol Lift engineer Jordan's parents divorced when he was 17, which has made him determined to make his own marriage a success Lift engineer Jordan's parents divorced when he was 17, which has made him determined to make his own marriage a success. He's been single for a year and says he hasn't felt ready for anything serious until now. His upcoming 30th birthday has made him change his mindset and he's fully prepared to put aside his previously 'unrealistic standards' and meet his wife on Love is Blind UK. Kal, 32, from Wigan Gym owner Kal has had relationships in the past, but none have lasted longer than a year Gym owner Kal has had relationships in the past, but none have lasted longer than a year. His dad is Pakistani and his mother is English and he is part of a large, close-knit family. Seeing two of his brothers happily married and one with a baby has spurred Kal on to find a girl he can build a future with. Megan, 28, from London Dancer and fitness instructor Megan says her best asset is her fiery red hair and she always brings the energy with her Dancer and fitness instructor Megan says her best asset is her fiery red hair and she always brings the energy with her. Single for the last two years, she finds it difficult to meet people due to the travelling required in her line of work. She also reckons a lot of men don't take her profession seriously which could be hindering her from finding someone ready to settle down. Sarover, 29, from Buckinghamshire Medical company owner Sarover grew up in a modern Indian family and has never had a serious relationship or dated outside of her ethnic background before Medical company owner Sarover grew up in a modern Indian family and has never had a serious relationship or dated outside of her ethnic background before. Growing up, she believed that a boyfriend should be the one she intended to marry and, as a result, ended up friend-zoning men. The eldest of three sisters, Sarover is the only one who is single and is ready to take charge of her love life in the Pods. Kieran, 28, from London Gaming entrepreneur and Mensa member Kieran founded a company which saw him named in the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 list Gaming entrepreneur and Mensa member Kieran founded a company which saw him named in the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 list. He has been single for 18 months and has had a seven-year relationship which ended when he realised his heart was no longer in it. Kieran says playing the field isn't all it's cracked up to be and he's looking for someone he can totally relax with - and show his nerdy side too. Patrick, 33, from London Spiritual Patrick has an online Human Design business with clients all over the world Spiritual Patrick has an online Human Design business with clients all over the world – he is guided by his spleen and will be relying on this to help him through the Love is Blind UK process. An avid traveller, he comes from Nigerian and Jamaican heritage and has been single for a year. Patrick believes relationships need to be magnetic, but he has yet to be drawn to that special someone. Sophie, 28, from Manchester Despite ending a five-year relationship a year ago, law graduate Sophie doesn't think she's ever been in love and says she's scared of having her heart broken Despite ending a five-year relationship a year ago, law graduate Sophie doesn't think she's ever been in love and says she's scared of having her heart broken. The senior commercial manager admits she can be confrontational but thinks her over-protective dad and four brothers could be the reason she's still single. She's most attracted to men who can stand up for themselves and won't let her walk all over them. Tara, 33, from Wicklow, Ireland Cafe owner Tara finds it tough to meet men in Wicklow because the dating pool is relatively small Cafe owner Tara finds it tough to meet men in Wicklow because the dating pool is relatively small. Her last relationship ended 18 months ago after more than two years together because she felt they were recycling the same jokes and small talk. Tara was told by a fortune teller that she'd be engaged by September, so watch this space. Yolanda, 26, from Hampshire Specialist occupational therapist and adrenaline junkie Yolanda has been single for two years Specialist occupational therapist and adrenaline junkie Yolanda has been single for two years. When she was 15, she accidentally walked into a window and ended up in a coma but has learned to be proud of her scars. Although she's the youngest in the experiment, Yolanda feels mature beyond her years and more than ready for marriage. Ross B, 32, from Dunstable Builder and rom-com lover Ross B has been single for four years and is looking for a 'movie kind of love' with someone who will also be his best friend Builder and rom-com lover Ross B has been single for four years and is looking for a 'movie kind of love' with someone who will also be his best friend. After studying event management at uni, he joined the army but was forced to leave when he was injured. Ross B has been through a weight loss journey and is now a committed gym-goer who is looking for his perfect workout buddy. Ross M, 30, from Cheshire Barber shop owner Ross is often described as a therapist by those who sit in his barber chair Barber shop owner Ross is often described as a therapist by those who sit in his barber chair. But, given his own single status, he tries to avoid doling out relationship advice. In his most significant past partnership, Ross fell head over heels straightaway before a breakup that cut deep. Now, after a year of being single, he's ready to give it another go and hopes to meet someone with whom he can be completely himself. Tom, 35, from London Retired pub landlord Tom was previously based in Dubai, where he sold Christmas trees before moving home to buy his beloved local pub Retired pub landlord Tom was previously based in Dubai, where he sold Christmas trees before moving home to buy his beloved local pub. Now, however, he's sold the bar and has plenty of free time to devote to finding love after a year of being single. Having grown up in a large family with foster siblings, Tom hopes to get married and foster some kids of his own with a partner one day. Love Is Blind UK season 2 will be available to watch on Netflix from August 13
Daily Mail
3 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Cooking up a storm! First look at series five of ITV show Cooking With The Stars with Love Island favourite, EastEnders legend and popular radio presenter as part of star-studded cast
Cooking With The Stars is set to return to our screens VERY soon. The show, which first aired back in 2021, will be hosted by none other than Emma Willis and Tom Allen. There have been 24 episodes across four series since then. And fans will be very happy to know that the upcoming fifth series of the programme will hit ITV this Sunday (3 August 2025). The famous faces who are taking part will definitely make the season a good watch as they go head to head in a number of cooking battles. EastEnders legend Natalie Cassidy, 42, who recently quit her role as Sonia Fowler on the BBC show after nearly 32 years, will be taking part. Love Island star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, 30- who first shot to fame in 2018 on the ITV2 show - is another celebrity battling it out for the top spot. Meanwhile Capital Breakfast show radio host Jordan North, 35, is no stranger to a bit of reality television after taking part in I'm A Celebrity back in 2020. So will he be able to cook up a storm in the kitchen? Funnyman and Outnumbered favourite Hugh Dennis, 63, will be taking to the kitchen to show off his best cooking skills. Interiors expert and former Dragon from Dragons' Den Kelly Hoppen, 66, is another celebrity taking part. Media personality Jack Osbourne, 39, son of the late rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, has taken part in various TV shows over the years, including The X Factor, Dancing With The Stars and The Osbournes. Will he be able to impress the judges with his cooking? Former Towie star Jessica Wright, 39, who starred on the programme between 2010 and 2016, is also part of the cast. And will former footballer Shaun Wright-Phillip's stint on the show be as successful as his time on the pitch for the likes of Manchester City, Chelsea and Queens Park Rangers? The show's official press release states: 'Across a series of exciting cooking battles, the show will see eight celebrities go head to head in the kitchen as they attempt to go from passionate amateur cooks to restaurant level chefs. 'Each celebrity will be paired with an accomplished chef who will mentor and teach them to produce delicious dishes that will be judged by the other professionals.' At the end of each instalment, the famous faces who land in the bottom two will have to fight it out. Whoever loses the blind tasting judgment from the professional chefs will be voted out. Speaking ahead of her hosting stint earlier this month, Emma previously said: 'I'm absolutely delighted to be back in the kitchen for another series of Cooking With The Stars. 'Every year our celebrities throw themselves into it, and this new line-up is no exception. 'It's always a mix of nerves, excitement, and a few inevitable kitchen catastrophes which makes for brilliant tele. 'I can't wait for everyone to see what culinary delights (and disasters!) our new batch of stars cook up!' Tom added: 'The sheer nerve of these celebrities to step into our kitchen and attempt culinary greatness (or just, you know, edible food) is truly something to behold! 'I am absolutely delighted to once again join Emma to unleash another season of dazzling triumphs and utterly baffling disasters. 'Get ready for a delicious, slightly burnt and completely fabulous ride – that golden frying pan is waiting.' While director of entertainment and daytime commissioning ITV, Katie Rawcliffe, said: 'We are delighted to bring 'Cooking With The Stars' back for another series. 'The partnership with M&S continues to be a recipe for success, and this year viewers can expect even more surprising culinary transformations and laugh-out-loud moments as a fresh set of celebrities step into the kitchen to show what they can bring to the table.' Cooking With The Stars starts this Sunday the 3rd August at 7pm on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player.
