The Love is Blind UK Cast version of “Love Is Blind” will follow the original format, where singles will date in pods, propose if they find a strong connection, and then face real-life challenges together. The show will be released in three parts: episodes 1-4 on August 7, episodes 5-9 on August 14, and the final episodes on August 21.
“Love Is Blind: UK,” a show that mixes romance, humor, and deep emotions as contestants take a chance at finding true love. Featuring a diverse cast of singles from different backgrounds, the show offers heartfelt moments, unexpected twists, and plenty of entertainment. Watch as these brave singles go on a journey to find out if love truly is blind.
Meet The Men
Ollie Isaac
Age: 33
Profession: Software sales
Location: London
About
Ollie has found that pursuing conventionally attractive women on Instagram hasn’t led to the deep and meaningful relationship he has always wanted. He’s been single for six years and feels ready to change his approach to dating and prioritize qualities other than looks to find a potential life partner. Additionally, he’s tired of attending all of his friends’ weddings without a companion and is eager to find someone to be his lifelong plus one. However, anyone who wishes to be a part of Ollie’s life must first earn the approval of his family, as they mean everything to him.
Tom Stroud
Age: 38
Profession: advertising consultant
Location: London
About
Tom dated a woman for nearly three years and, after that, he devoted his 30s to career advancement and self-development for marriage preparation. So, Tom is more than ready to go through with it and make search for a soul mate his number one priority after being single for six years.
And, as a frequent traveler, he’s done jetting off around the world solo, as “watching a sunset [isn’t] the same on your own. ” But ladies, be warned: Tom is the real and quite vocal “mummy’s boy”, and that is why whoever is to get to the aisle must get the go-ahead signal from the number one woman in his life.
Steven
Age: 37
Profession: Gym owner
Location: London
About
For Steve, dating is all about finding a woman that he will marry and have a family with because he has a lot of love to give. It’s one thing for Steven to put work into being a gym owner – he also puts strong physiological work when it comes to fitness but also the heart and mind connection.
He does his very best to be attentive to his partner’s needs while in a relationship to note down their preferences, wants, desires and goals in life. When he comes into the pods, his mind and heart focus on getting a happily ever after since, as he says, he is “almost engaged” to planning a wedding.
Sam Klein
Age: 31
Profession: Product design manager
Location: London
About
As far as his family is concerned, Sam’s mother has been bugging him for years to tie the knot and settle down or to at least get himself a wife and he’s joining the experiment for different reasons. After two unsuccessful relationships, Sam wants to make third one last forever.
Ryan Williams
Age: 31
Profession: Trance DJ and cellist
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
About
Ryan is a techno DJ and cellist who is hoping to put an end to his two-year period of being single. In previous relationships, this musician, who was born in Korea, has typically dated older individuals. However, he is open to forming connections with women of all ages in the pods. At 6’3, he tends to notice tall women. Ryan’s main challenge when it comes to dating is finding people who can handle his demanding schedule, as he often works through the night and travels around the world for performances. However, if you strike the right chord with him, he is prepared to make a lifelong commitment.
Richie
Age: 30
Profession: Sports turf maintenance director
Location: Gloucestershire, England
About
Richie loves sports, but he’s serious about finding the right person. His longest relationship lasted 18 months but ended because his girlfriend wasn’t sure about starting a family. Since then, Richie has been searching for a woman who is forward-thinking and willing to provide him with plenty of reassurance. However, Richie might find it challenging in the dating scene because his primary love language is physical touch.
Jordan Baker
Age: 32
Profession: Fashion tech founder
Location: Surrey, England
About
Jordan has seen his loved ones get married and start families, and now he feels ready to do the same. Even though he’s a risk-taker in business as the founder of his own company, he usually doesn’t take big chances in his personal life. Jordan believes that trust must be earned, but he’s willing to be more open-minded if he finds a potential soulmate on the other side of the pods’ glowing blue wall.
Joanes
Age: 31
Profession: Resident service manager
Location: Luton, England
About
Joanes, who loves salsa and languages, is looking for a long-term partner who shares his values. He’s tired of the casual dating scene and wants a serious relationship. He describes himself as an old-fashioned romantic who is searching for something very special in his future wife. He believes that finding the right person takes effort and patience, comparing it to digging deep for a rare diamond.
Jake Hill
Age: 32
Profession: Civil engineer
Location: Leicestershire, England
About
Jake wishes he were already married with kids. His friends see him as someone who falls in love quickly and has been overly emotional in past relationships. He is determined to find his perfect match in the pods. If any of the women share his patient and sensitive nature, Jake is ready to commit to a forever relationship.
Aaron Murrell
Age: 33
Profession: Chicken restaurateur
Location: Milton Keynes, England
About
Aaron owns a place that sells chicken wings. He used to have a girlfriend for a long time, but not anymore. He doesn’t want to be alone forever. He thinks his mom and dad show that love can last a long time. Now he wants to have a family, like his brothers and sisters.
Charlie Mawson
Age: 34
Profession: Gym general manager
Location: Hertfordshire, England
About
Charlie has experienced a lot in his relationships. He’s tried dating many people, let his mom control his apps, and had to deal with fake online profiles. Despite his playful sense of humor, he hasn’t had much success finding long-lasting love in the past five years. However, he hasn’t given up hope. Charlie believes that a real connection is waiting for him, and he values finding a genuine partner over just looks. He thinks that a true partnership requires a strong connection, so he’s holding out for that special someone.
Freddie
Age: 32
Profession: Funeral director
Location: Bolton, England
About
Freddie, a fitness enthusiast, has been judged solely by his looks in the past. However, his career as a full-time funeral director has fostered a deep sense of empathy in him. He also shares a tight bond with his brother Jack, who has Down syndrome. In his love life, Freddie goes all in, showing affection by buying flowers, booking travel plans, and making dinner reservations for his partner. He’s hoping to find someone who appreciates his way of expressing love, as his exes have not been too fond of his overt displays of affection.
Conor Griffin
Age: 31
Profession: Health food business owner
Location: Dublin
About
Conor’s last relationship ended because of the distance, but now, seven years later, he has healed from the heartbreak. However, he’s finding it hard to connect with anyone on a deeper level, even though he has a lot of love to give and hopes to start a family one day. He is bringing the memory of his late mother with him on his journey, as he recently opened a health food business in her honor.
Bobby Johnson
Age: 33
Profession: Luxury shopping guide
Location: Staffordshire, England
About
Bobby, also known as Bobby J, is a British music enthusiast. He values his family and credits his mother for shaping his life. After experiencing the loss of his cousin, he believes in the importance of cherishing every moment. Bobby is eager to find true love and is open to forming a deep connection with his future wife.
Benaiah
Age: 33
Profession: Structural landscaper
Location: Preston, England
About
It’s safe to say Benaiah is used to riding solo. Following a painful first heartbreak, he’s spent the past 11 years free of any romantic attachments. But now that he’s settled back in the UK after traveling the world, this adventure seeker is ready for his next feat: marriage. However, Benaiah isn’t interested in following any sort of handbook for a happily ever after. Instead, he wants to create a brand new blueprint for what family life could be — one that is based on love and trust with a partner with whom he can totally let his guard down.
He looks forward to producing his personality upfront especially in the pods as ladies in London mostly pay attention to the height of Sam and not his soul he stands 6.4 feet tall. However, he has not really tried to date anyone recently as his life has been all about progressive career enhancement which can be considered as extraordinary.
Meet The Women
Sabrina Vittoria
Age: 35
Profession: Director of marketing and communications
Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
About
Sabrina from Belfast is a confident and independent woman who prefers to rely on herself. However, she is now open to building deeper connections with men who have also worked on themselves. She hopes to find a perfect match during the experiment, so they can spend their lives traveling together.
Sharlotte Ritchie
Age: 35
Profession: Global communications director
Location: Landon
About
Sharlotte has always shared a close bond with her sister, who was also her roommate. Now that her sister has moved out to live with her boyfriend, Sharlotte feels it’s time for her to do the same. Despite being briefly engaged in the past, she’s been single for eight years and has become used to it. Sharlotte is focused on her successful career and expects any potential partner to respect her ambition.
Ria Louise
Age: 34
Profession: Procurement manager
Location: Berkshire, England
About
Priya wants to expand her dating options by trying to find love in the pods. If things don’t feel right, she won’t hesitate to change her mind. She was briefly engaged but ended the relationship when she realized they didn’t share the same values. Now, she’s looking for a partner who respects her independence and shares her passion for protecting animals and the environment. It’s also important that he gets along with her two pets.
Priyanka
Age: 37
Profession: Procurement manager
Location: Berkshire, England
About
Priya wants to expand her dating options by trying to find love in the pods. If things don’t feel right, she won’t hesitate to change her mind. She was briefly engaged but ended the relationship when she realized they didn’t share the same values. Now, she’s looking for a partner who respects her independence and shares her passion for protecting animals and the environment. It’s also important that he gets along with her two pets,
Jasmine
Age: 29
Profession: Mental health nurse
Location: London
About
Jasmine thinks guys don’t talk to her because they find her “mean” face scary. She wants to find a nice guy and get married before she turns 30. She used to work on planes and is used to meeting people from different countries. She’s not interested in a fancy life, but she wants a guy who can talk about his feelings and say nice things to her.
Shirley bekker
Age: 33
Profession: Junior doctor
Location: Landon
About
Shirley used to teach high school science and knows a lot about chemistry. But when it comes to her own love life, she hasn’t found the right formula. She tends to fall for men who are not ready for a serious relationship. Now that she’s finished medical school, she’s eager to settle down and start a family. She doesn’t want to waste time on guys who aren’t sure about having kids. In fact, she hopes to have children sooner rather than later.
Olivia
Age: 28
Profession: Creative project director
Location: London
About
This statement is true, especially according to Olivia’s mom who once remarked that her daughter only goes for “the potential guys”, a remark with which Olivia concurs. Now Olivia is searching for a life partner who “makes [her] better” as she is focused on the following stage of life. After relocating from her LA house where she left everything to come back to the UK, Olivia is a different person when it comes to dating.
Ever since she was young, she has prioritised her work, and for the first time in years, she is willing to give love a shot at the number one spot. Since the last time Olivia broke up with her boyfriend, she has been doing some soul searching, arguably, to rebuild herself.
Nicole
Age: 29
Profession: Head of brand and marketing
Location: Surrey, England
About
Nicole has stated that after the dissolution of her first marriage, she is willing to be a risk-taker and walk down the isle again.The consequent busy careers have been necessary distractions as she has since then pursued an MBA. Now they are ready to go out into the world and Nicole is ready to enter into the next leg of her life. She is ok with getting to know everyone in the pods concerning the relations and this is her second try at love and she wishes to make it last forever.
Natasha
Age: 32
Profession: Careers coordinator
Location: Cheshire, England
About
So while Natasha, for instance, fractures her nights coding, she hasn’t decoded love and dating. Natasha broke up with her last boyfriend two and a half years ago, and since then, she changed not only her physical appearance. Her five-year relationship ended during the COVID-19 lock-down because she found that she did not share many similarities with her ex-boyfriend. Despite that, Natasha still believes in the concept of the ‘soul mate’ and setting her sights on such a person because her parents have being happily married for 42 years.
Maria
Age: 30
Profession: Makeup artist
Location: Southampton, England
About
Maria is an introverted and cheerful girl who enjoys the company of people and also enjoys discussing her opinions on what she has in mind when it comes to finding a missed-soul partner. High on her list is a boyfriend material who is an ‘alpha male’ in search of a serious commitment. But he’ll have some big shoes to fill: Maria is hoping to find a husband that is as good as her father who died in the year 2020. That’s why in her eyes her role model is the ‘definition of a protector’ and any guy that comes into her life has to live up to that.
Lisa Hendrie
Age: 34
Profession: Baby photographer
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
About
As easy as Lisa seems to fall in love, she has not yet understood how to maintain the relationship going. Lisa, who is trendy, fun, and health-conscious, as an ‘all-in kind of girl,’ wants a man who will take her ‘all in’ and get past her exterior beauty. She would like to start a family in the pods if she finds her perfect match one day in this application. Interestingly, Lisa is most certainly not shy around babies because she owns a photography business that focuses on newborns. However, do not bother her if you especially care about the physical appearance because that is not what Lisa is interested in.
Ella Liliana
Age: 27
Profession: Social worker
Location: Derbyshire, England
About
Ella knows what it’s like to be judged by looks because she was bullied as a kid. Now she helps kids going through the same thing. She’s looking for a special connection with a guy who will give his all to the relationship. It’s a bonus if he loves music and food because Ella loves to sing and cook Italian food.
Catherine
Age: 29
Profession: Dental nurse
Location: Jersey, England
About
Catherine had a hard time finding love on her small island. She thought she found the right person, but then found out he was not being honest. Now she’s looking to find someone new who understands her because she was adopted as a baby.
Demi Santana
Age: 30
Profession: Safeguarding and attendance manager
Location: London
About
Demi, who is athletic and competitive, is looking to shift from being just friends with men. While she excels in sports like soccer and boxing, she struggles with dating. She’s now focused on finding a life partner and wants to prioritize starting a family. However, she’s firm about her desire to have children as family is very important to her. Her parents, who have been happily married for 14 years, set a good example for her to follow.
Love is Blind UK 2024
The Hosts Emma and Matt Willis
