In April 2016, an innovative format premiered on Cuatro. in which singles attended the program on a blind date in search of love and a partner. It was called First Dates.
Much has changed on the set and the diners are more diverse, but those who have not left and continue since the first day with Cupid in search of sharing love are Carlos Sobera, Matias Roure and the twins Marisa and Cristina Zapata (joined by Laura Boado).
The program produced by Warner Bros. ITVP Spain for Mediaset. continues to receive people from all over Spain. and of all ages (over 18 years old) who want to find a partner.
Nearly 10,000 citations in 2,000 programs
On November 11, Cuatro’s program celebrates something rarely seen on television today, reaching 2,000 programs broadcastand it does so in top form.
On that day he will again receive four couples who met at his iconic restaurant on a special night where they can reminisce about their first dates and how the program changed their lives.
In addition, they will try to find answers to their possible doubts and take the opportunity to further strengthen their ties. Also, will fulfill a woman’s wish to meet a former participant of the format.
“The restaurant has become a space of comfort and warmth in a magical atmosphere. One of its great merits is to have naturalized all sexual tendencies and genders.bringing this reality closer to all generations and promoting a universe of respect and understanding,” says Sobera.
The Basque presenter recognizes that “to reach the 2,000th program is practically a miracle.. We are very pleased to be sharing this marvel”.
“It’s incredible to see the naturalness with which the participants open up.without knowing who they will meet or what will happen, showing their feelings with total freedom”, comments the Basque.
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Since its premiere in April 2016, First Dates. has been the setting for nearly 10,000 dates between 20,000 bachelors and bachelorettes. in search of love. The chemistry between its protagonists has given rise to all kinds of stories and outcomes.
Of these, dive of them have ended in marriage and, over time, ten babies have been born into the world. born of love between couples who met at the program’s legendary restaurant.
Also, almost 60% of single men and women were in favor of continuing their relationship with a second date and 85% of the people who have been to the restaurant would repeat the experience.
Regarding the audience, since its premiere, has been watched by more than 44.5 million unique viewers. (98.3% of the population), with its quotes being highly commented by its followers.
Moreover, in 2024 it is going through one of its best periods with an average of 8% and 1,020,000 viewers, becoming the third option of the access prime time after El Hormiguero y The Revoltbeating El Intermedio o Figures and letters.
