Yahoo News These Hot Gay Guys Are Looking For Love On 'I Kissed A Boy' TV Series
‘I Kissed a Boy’ is the gay dating show we’ve been waiting for!
I Kissed A Boy: The UK's First Gay Dating Show | Official Trailer
Boys will be boys… and sometimes they just want to kiss each other!
The UK’s first-ever all-gay dating show, I Kissed a Boy, is now set for a premiere on May 14. The brand-new series will be hosted by popstar Dannii Minogue, who’s always been known for advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Dannii is also known for being Kylie Minogue’s little sister, who’s an absolute icon to the gay community.
On I Kissed a Boy, 10 guys will be smooching one another and trying to find a connection while living in an Italian masseria. Over the course of the season, these contestants will be given the chance to explore new relationships or stay with their previously-established partners every time there is a “Kiss-Off” between them.
Scroll through to learn more about the guys competing on I Kissed a Boy, which premieres May 14 on the BBC.
Ben
BBC
Age: 28
Location: London (originally from Edinburgh)
Ben says he has “the goofiness of Goofy with the grumpiness of Shrek.” Studying engineering in Scotland, he was the only gay man in his class. He has finally been able to make gay friends in London. Ben wants a cheeky chappie who makes him laugh – and has “a nice peachy bum!” He describes himself as “hopeless with love," so wants someone with whom he can break his romantic losing streak.
Bobski
BBC
Age: 23
Location: Essex
Robert (Bobski to his friends) lived in Poland until he was seven, but is now "as Essex as you can get!" Once a semi-professional tennis player, he is now an airline manager. Bobski’s on the hunt for a real Prince Charming after finding that other men don’t get him. In the past, he’s definitely kissed a few frogs – he jokes that the BBC Three show won’t be the first time he’s kissed a complete stranger!
Gareth
BBC
Age: 28
Location: London (born in Kilkeel, Northern Ireland)
Stylist Gareth moved to London after growing up in a small town. He followed his passion for fashion and spends his time planning crazy club looks. Gareth wants someone with self-confidence – with a sense of style, of course. He’s a little exhausted by the "toxic masculinity" he sees in the London gay scene.
Jake
BBC
Age: 27
Location: Swansea
Jake moved to Wales aged seven after growing up in Spain. He works as a regional trainer for a pub group and loves gardening and the outdoors. Jake’s dream man is someone who wants to share outdoor adventures and quiet nights cuddling up. He’s tired of what he calls the “wandering penises” he sees on dating apps.
Joseph
BBC
Age: 23
Location: London
Fashionista Joseph loves expressing himself with nails and jewelry. The performing arts student comes from a family of 10 – so he’s very used to dealing with a lot of big personalities at once! Joseph’s perfect partner is a caring, thoughtful man. Despite being “so romantic”, Joseph has never been in love, and is hoping I Kissed a Boy can change that.
Josh
BBC
Age: 24
Location: Rhyl, Wales
Josh has never kissed a boy before. Growing up in a Mormon family meant Josh took a long time to come to terms with being gay. Plus, he says, his North Wales hometown has “zero gay scene.” Josh is looking for what he calls “the sporty type” among the I Kissed a Boy singles. He also wants to make gay friends and learn more about the community.
Kailum
BBC
Age: 25
Location: Brighton
Kailum moved from Yorkshire to Brighton when he was 11. He found Brighton the perfect place to grow up gay. Life in the city has turned him into someone “loud and outgoing who doesn’t take life too seriously." The travel consultant is an old-school romantic who wants more than a holiday romance.
Ollie
BBC
Age: 27
Location: Brighton
Ollie says he is a “gay man in a straight world.” Despite working as a road surfacer, he is completely out and proud and loves the gay culture of Brighton. When not tarmacking, Ollie runs a festival cocktail van. So he’s looking for a tall, dark, and handsome man that can be the tonic to his gin!
Ross
BBC
Age: 27
Location: Manchester
Ross works as a support worker for people with learning difficulties and he has a caring side. But he can also be fiery. “It comes from being a redhead,” he says. Ross has recently come out of a relationship that lasted five years. He's ready to move on with a warm person with a great dress sense.
Subomi
BBC
Age: 29
Location: London
Busy Subomi is an “athlete, software developer, model, and performer” who now lives in London after growing up in Nigeria. Sporty Subomi wants someone who can match his high energy. He may have won medals at the Gay Games, but when it comes to dating, he's tired of playing the field.
