Love Is Blind series 8 has landed on Netflix
More singletons are heading into the pods to find love
Last updated 14th Feb 2025
It was only back in October last year that Nick and Vanessa Lachey brought us the seventh series of popular dating show Love Is Blind, but just months on, Netflix have now dropped the hugely-antipcated eighth instalment!
As we sit and get hooked on other people's love lives, here's your ultimate guide of Love Is Blind series eight.
When does it start?
Nick and Vanessa announced during the series seven reunion show that the next series would land in 'early 2025', and now we finally have an official start date of 14th February!
On Wednesday 22nd January, the official Love Is Blind social media accounts posted a look back video, alongside the caption: 'Has it really been almost five years since we became fans of Love is Blind!?? Season 8 is coming to Netflix this Valentine's Day, February 14th'. (sic)
When do the episodes come out?
Episodes will land in groups every Friday, showing the cast's journey from the pods to the altar.
Series eight will be made-up of 12 x 60 minute episodes.
Is there a trailer?
The trailer was dropped at the beginning of February, with the caption: 'Valentine's Day plans are SET. Love is Blind Season 8 is back on February 14th - only on Netflix!' (sic)
Netflix say of series eight: 'The hit reality series is back for an eighth season, following a new set of singles from Minnesota — all ready to cut through the static of modern dating and forge authentic relationships, sight unseen. This season, the singles form deep and immediate connections, setting the stage for an unexpected journey full of twists, turns, and shocking revelations that will test each relationship well after the participants leave the pods for the real world'.
Who is hosting the show?
As always, married couple Nick and Vanessa Lachey are back to host the dating show.
Where is it being filmed?
Filming for series eight took place in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.
Who are the singletons?
Netflix revealed the full cast on Monday 27th January, including a 38-year-old Management Consultant, a 30-year-old Executive Assistant, and a 28-year-old Artist.
Check out the cast below:
Amanda
Age: 43
Occupation: District Retail Manager
Ashley
Age: 28
Occupation: Client Success Manager
Brittany
Age: 35
Occupation: Partnership Executive
Cassandra
Age: 30
Occupation: Hairstylist
Kylie
Age: 28
Occupation: Medical Student
Lauren
Age: 31
Occupation: Educational Sales
Madison
Age: 28
Occupation: Artist
Meg
Age: 31
Occupation: Oncology Nurse
Molly
Age: 30
Occupation: Executive Assistant
Monica
Age: 28
Occupation: Digital Marketing
Sara
Age: 29
Occupation: Oncology Nurse
Taylor
Age: 32
Occupation: Colonoscopy Nurse
Tiera
Age: 34
Occupation: Marketing Strategist
Vanessa
Age: 31
Occupation: Media Planner
Virginia
Age: 34
Occupation: Healthcare Recruiter
Yemi
Age: 30
Occupation: Product Sales Manager
Adam
Age: 33
Occupation: Fashion Director/Co-Owner
Alex
Age: 29
Occupation: Commercial Real Estate Broker
Andrew
Age: 27
Occupation: Realtor
Ben
Age: 28
Occupation: Developer
Benji
Age: 26
Occupation: Entrepreneur/Realtor
Brad
Age: 35
Occupation: Dentist
Brian
Age: 30
Occupation: Wine Bar Owner
Daniel
Age: 30
Occupation: Sales Account Executive
David
Age: 33
Occupation: Medical Device Sales
Devin
Age: 29
Occupation: Youth Director/Coach
Hugo
Age: 30
Occupation: Marketing
Joey
Age: 35
Occupation: Physician Associate
Mason
Age: 33
Occupation: Cinematographer
Mo
Age: 35
Occupation: Property Manager
Scott
Age: 34
Occupation: Project Manager
Tom
Age: 38
Occupation: Management Consultant
How can I watch it?
Just like the first seven series, the eighth series of Love Is Blind is available to stream on Netflix.
Will there be more series?
Yes! The show is so popular that we can also look forward to a ninth and 10th series. As if that wasn't enough, a second series of Love Is Blind: UK is also expected later in 2025.
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