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Paul O’Grady to host new Blind Date which will include LGBT contestants – BBC News

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Image copyright Channel 5
Image caption Paul O’Grady was a close friend of original presenter the late Cilla Black

Paul O’Grady has said he is honoured to host the new version of Blind Date when it returns this year.

The matchmaking show will include LGBT contestants for the first time, in its new incarnation on Channel 5.

O’Grady was a close friend of the late Cilla Black, who hosted the show on ITV during its run from 1985 and 2003.

He said: “Blind Date is an incredibly special family show which brought laughter, tears and joy to TV viewers throughout the land.”

The presenter and comedian added: “I am honoured to present the brand new series and, after speaking to Channel 5, I know the series is in safe hands. I can’t wait to see if we can find love.”

Channel 5’s official announcement said the show had been “updated for the 21st Century”.

“With no chance to swipe left, send a selfie or message back, the class of 2017 must break with modern-day dating convention and rely on their basic instincts to find the chemistry,” it said.

Image copyright PA
Image caption Cilla Black hosted Blind Date for its entire 18-year run on ITV

The original version of the show involved three individuals of the same sex being introduced to the audience.

They were then asked questions by a contestant of the opposite sex who could not see them – and one would be chosen to go on a date,

The new format will retain the sliding panel that conceals the contestants, the three question format and live studio audience, but will also include “thematic twists” to “breathe new life” into the series.

Ben Frow, director of programmes for Channel 5, said: “Paul is the perfect choice to bridge the old and the new, capturing the essence and charm of a series that became staple Saturday night family viewing in living rooms up and down the country, whilst attracting and appealing to a whole new generation of TV viewers.”

During its run, three pairs of Blind Date contestants married, with Black attending all of their weddings.


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