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BBC dating show to return for brand new series in just days – and the line-up of singles has been revealed

Expect a whole batch of new boys looking for love

A BBC dating show is set to return for brand new series in just days - and the fresh line-up of singles has been revealed.

Launched on BBC Three in 2023, the acclaimed show is the UK's first exclusively gay dating series.

Dannii Minogue in a striped dress.
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Aussie pop icon and former The X Factor judge Dannii Minogue is back with a brand new series of the dating show - I Kissed a BoyCredit: BBC
Layton Williams at the Olivier Awards.
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Strictly's Layton Williams will provide voice over for the show once againCredit: Splash

Aussie pop icon and former The X Factor judge Dannii Minogue is back with a brand new series of the dating show - I Kissed a Boy.

Expect a whole new bunch of boys looking for love and fun in a romantic Italian Masseria.

Strictly Come Dancing finalist Layton Williams provides voiceover for the show and will narrate all the frolics and flirting as usual.

The premise sees ten singles who are matched up and meet for the first time with a kiss, but will it lead to lasting love?

Danni Minogue

Dannii said: “I am so excited that I’ll be back in Italy to play cupid. I can’t wait to meet the next cast when the Masseria doors open.

"There are so many diverse and important stories yet to tell. And be sure that I’ll have the party started for a wonderful summer of love”.   

So without further delay - lets delve in to our fresh batch of singles.

Adam aged 27 from Reading.

Adam, a contestant on a UK dating show for gay men.
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Adam, 27, Marketing and Brand Manager from ReadingCredit: BBC

"How can I even explain Dannii? Icon. She’s a beacon of light, who made me feel so safe, seen and celebrated."

Aron aged 27 from Croydon.

Portrait of Aron, a 27-year-old civil servant and cheerleading coach from Croydon.
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Aron, 27, Civil Servant and Cheerleading coach from CroydonCredit: BBC

"I’m beyond proud to be a part of I Kissed a Boy. The show is quite literally history in the making.

"The experiences of queer people aren’t a monolith, and this show peels the layer to show the ways, and celebrate, our unique differences while also recognising the thing that unites us, our queerness."

I Kissed a Boy viewers seriously distracted by host Dannii Minogue's appearance on new BBC dating show

Jack D aged 26 from Glasgow.

Headshot of Jack D, a 26-year-old hospital pharmacist from Glasgow.
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Jack D, 26, Hospital Pharmacist from GlasgowCredit: BBC

"Expect the unexpected is all I can say. Things changed by the hour in the messy massy, so you’ll be seeing a lot of drama.

"Expect a lot of important conversations as well. But mainly, expect to see a group of queer guys having a verrrryyy gay old time and having a laugh!"

Jack S aged 22 from Wigan.

Headshot of Jack S, a contestant on a UK dating show for gay men.
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Jack S, 22, Banking Advisor from WiganCredit: BBC

"As cliched as it sounds, what I love the most about I Kissed a Boy is the friendships I’ve made.

"I’ve got proper cool queer mates now who I wouldn’t change for the world. I won."

Jas aged 27 from Glasgow.

Jas, a 27-year-old finance analyst from Glasgow, smiling.
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Jas, 27, Finance Analyst from GlasgowCredit: BBC

"I Kissed a Boy is so much more than just kisses and I'm glad to have shared my story on such an amazing platform. Representation is and always will be important."

Jordan B aged 25 from The Lake District.

Jordan B, a contestant on a UK dating show for gay men.
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Jordan B, 25, Retail Store Manager from The Lake DistrictCredit: BBC

"One thing that's always guaranteed with Dannii is that she will serve you a look to start, a twist for main, but love for dessert.

"Dannii was like a fairy godmother that helped us all try to find love on a path that’s anything but straight. She’s an icon and I love her."

Jordon R aged 27 from Leeds.

Portrait of Jordon R, a 27-year-old sales manager from Leeds.
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Jordon R, 27, Sales Manager from LeedsCredit: BBC

"I Kissed a Boy is not just a dating show. It's where topics are discussed and addressed and represented by people who have lived through different challenges within their queer lives."

Lars aged 23 from Wolverhampton.

Lars, 23, a hotel receptionist from Wolverhampton, contestant on a UK dating show for boys who like boys.
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Lars, 23, Hotel Receptionist from WolverhamptonCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk

"I Kissed a Boy isn't just the fun reality TV show that we all know and love - it is a celebration of queer love in all its forms. And I am honestly so proud to be the first trans person on the show.

"Growing up, I never saw stories like mine reflected on screen, so to be a part of something that embraces and normalises LGBTQ+ relationships means the absolute world to me. It's messy, it's joyful, it's real and it is exactly the kind of representation we need."

Rory aged 22 from Galway, Ireland.

Rory, a mental health support worker from Galway, Ireland, featured on I Kissed A Boy.
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Rory, 22, Mental Health Support Worker from Galway, IrelandCredit: BBC

"Being so self-critical and ashamed of my sexuality as a teenager in Ireland, going onto I Kissed a Boy was such a full-circle moment for me and my emotional development, and I got to do it alongside a bunch of hotties! J’adore."

Ruben aged 24 from London.

Portrait of Ruben, a contestant on a dating show for boys who like boys.
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Ruben, 24, Artist and designer from LondonCredit: BBC

"What I loved most about my time in the masseria is that the world is built for straight people, but I got to live in a world built for gay people!

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"Experiencing gay fantasy land where you can feel safe and comfortable to express yourself in any way you want is something I would recommend to any member of the alphabet army."

Collage of the contestants from I Kissed A Boy.
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I Kissed A Boy series 2 – Meet the boys taking part in the dating show for boys who like boysCredit: BBC
Dannii Minogue in a blue dress, hands on her head.
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Dannii Minogue is so excited to be back in Italy to play Cupid on the showCredit: BBC

I Kissed A Boy airs from Sunday 11 May at 9pm on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer.

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