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Last aired · S25E09 · June 5, 2026
Episode 9
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A hairdresser and a builder show that age is just a number. A hip-hop artist meets a musician looking for love off stage. Two 19-year-olds take their first dating steps together and a weightlifter and a bodybuilder weigh up their options.
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- 09
A hairdresser and a builder show that age is just a number. A hip-hop artist meets a musician looking for love off stage. Two 19-year-olds take their first dating steps together and a weightlifter and a bodybuilder weigh up their options.
- 08
Costumier Scott usually hides behind the drag queen Casta Hex, but tonight he's shedding his alter ego as he sits down with George, who may strut in like a catwalk star, but hasn't dated in five years. Former Olympian Simon and 60-year-old stable manager Louise are both seeking love later in life, while disco queen Priscilla and bhangra-loving accountant Raj both want fun, but can their musical tastes mix? Twenty-three-year-old Jack is feeling nervous about his blind date and hopes he can find some common ground with Rachella.
- 07
Engineer Ellie and nuclear project manager Callum are both self-confessed nerds. But will their quiet chemistry prove the perfect solution? Author and dating expert Beckie is ready to leave toyboys behind, as she meets romantic poet Paul. DJ John wants to relight his love life. He's matched with high-energy environmentalist Susha. Seventy-two-year-old Andy hopes to strike the right balance with footballer Jan.
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