First Dates: Season 22, Episode 7 (Channel 4, Friday, 4 October 2024)

First Dates

In Friday’s First Dates, first up is 29-year-old Georgina, who has bravely overcome a life-threatening illness and is now ready to dive back into the dating scene. Georgina dreams of finding a rugged partner and is paired with 36-year-old Seb, a heavily tattooed security guard. Beneath his tough exterior, Seb reveals a softer side as he opens up about his struggles with addiction.

Meanwhile, the show welcomes 37-year-old Ashleigh, a fan of Dungeons and Dragons, who is hoping to find someone who shares her passion. She is matched with 34-year-old Hailey, a Shakespeare scholar who has not been in a relationship with a woman since coming out. Their mutual interest in role-playing games could be the key to unlocking a potential romance.

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Single mother-of-two Kate, 45, has a fondness for the Viking aesthetic and is paired with Jim, a tall, broad, and bearded man who seems to fit the Viking bill. Despite his rugged appearance, Jim confesses that he has a sensitive side and has experienced his fair share of emotional ups and downs. Kate is charmed by Jim but questions whether she is “cool” enough to capture his interest.

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The episode also features 28-year-old Ashley, who has faced challenges in finding love since transitioning. She is hopeful that her date, Jack, a recruitment manager and stand-up comedian, will be able to offer the deeper connection she seeks.

First Dates, Season 22, Episode 7, airs on Channel 4 on Friday, 4 October 2024, at 10:00 PM.

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