First Dates — Series 26

Fred Sirieix presides as a fresh line-up of hopefuls enter the restaurant looking to find the perfect match. TikTok star Daniella is looking for something that goes beyond the dating disasters that she's shared online. Traitors favourite Meryl is facing down her nerves about what comes next. Footballer Carlos is hoping to meet his future wife. And glamorous great-grandmother Margo is looking for husband number five.

Waitress Cici swaps her apron for a seat at the dating table, and entrepreneur Zak has a promising start to his date, but a misunderstanding gets in the way. Fifty-eight-year-old party animal Nic is hoping to find someone to match his energy, and architect Ann arrives with her guide dog Ralph, hoping for a date who can see beyond her disability.