Maura Higgins will host a reboot of the classic British TV series Blind Date for Disney+, according to the Press Association. The 35-year-old model from County Longford gained prominence on Love Island in 2019 and later won over American viewers by making it to the final of The Traitors US.
The Blind Date Reboot Format and Production Details
Based on information from the Press Association, the upcoming revival will stick to the traditional setup where one participant selects a partner from three unseen admirers concealed behind a sliding partition. The series will also feature some “format twists” and is scheduled to film at a secret location later this year.
Did you know? Maura Higgins presents the Love Island USA spin-off show Aftersun.
Disney+ Executives on Casting Maura Higgins
Angela Jain, Head of Content, Disney+ Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, spoke about the casting decision via the Press Association. “Maura is the perfect match for our version of Blind Date,” Jain said. “Her distinctive straight-talking humour, coupled with her experience as a reality dating show contestant, means we know she has the gravitas plus the wit to bring Blind Date to new audiences.” Jain added, “We’re very much looking forward to Maura helping our daters navigate their own journeys to find love as she steps into the famed Blind Date host role.”
A History of the Iconic Dating Show
The original series aired on ITV from 1985 to 2003, according to the Press Association. The beloved programme was fronted by the late Cilla Black, who frequently quipped that she’d need to purchase a wedding hat whenever participants showed genuine chemistry on air. The program was later revived in 2017, with the late Paul O’Grady quizzing the romantic hopefuls.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is hosting the new Blind Date reboot?
Maura Higgins will host the new Disney+ version of Blind Date, as reported by the Press Association.
Where will the new series film?
Production is set to take place at a secret location later this year.
Who previously hosted Blind Date?
The original series was hosted by Cilla Black from 1985 to 2003, and the 2017 revival was hosted by Paul O’Grady.
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