Rylan Clark is the face of a raunchy new reality show named Dating Naked – where clothes are not allowed.

Contestants will spend all hours of the day nude, but will be compensated by living in a luxury Colombian villa which Rylan, 35, will frequently visit.

The Paramount+ programme, which will hit screens on August 23, has already been dubbed ‘Love Island on steroids’.

Like Love Island, Dating Naked has a prize of £50,000, but unlike the hit ITV2 show, the series finale has already been filmed.

Contestant Lauren, a nail technician from Herts, told The Sun:

‘I did have sex on the show — a lot of us did. I mean, this show literally blows the socks off Love Island. I think you get to know people better being naked all the time. There’s no judgement.’

Billy, a builder from Essex, added: ‘Oh yeah it gets hot in Colombia! I feel like at first everyone’s going to be like: “What? Why is everyone naked?” And then by the second episode they’ll get involved in the drama.”

Dan, a personal trainer from Woking, said: ‘I thought everyone would just want to jump on people but for most there was a real bond. There was a lot of sex in the villa but it wasn’t casual, there were feelings involved.’

Social media executive Emily from Stockport added: ‘It shows what can happen when you strip back to basics, on everything, not just clothes. It actually builds better connections in friendships as well as romantically.”

Other contestants include Chrislove, a hairdresser from Las Vegas, Canadian party girl Dominik, and an event planner called Mike – an ex of Chloe Ferry.

Paramount+ bosses ensured there was an on-site intimacy coach and, feeling safe, the cast swiftly shed all inhibitions.

Dating Naked began life in the US where it aired three series before being cancelled. A German version began in 2023.

While the contestants were nude throughout in both versions, VH1 ensured their genitals and breasts were pixelated.

There will be no pixelation or blurring in the UK version.
Dating Naked is breaking all the norms when it comes to reality TV shows. The concept of being completely nude 24/7 is certainly a bold move, but it seems to be working. Contestants are baring it all in a luxurious Colombian villa, with the chance to win a hefty prize of £50,000.

The show has been likened to ‘Love Island on steroids’ for its intense drama and steamy scenes. Lauren, one of the contestants, revealed that there was a lot of action happening in the villa. But it wasn’t just physical, as many of the contestants formed deep emotional connections while stripping away their clothes and inhibitions.

It’s interesting to see how being naked can actually lead to stronger bonds and connections, not just romantically but also in friendships. The show seems to highlight the idea of getting back to basics and being completely vulnerable, which can sometimes result in more authentic relationships.

With contestants from various backgrounds and locations, Dating Naked promises to be a melting pot of personalities and drama. From a hairdresser in Las Vegas to an event planner who is an ex of a famous reality star, the mix is diverse and intriguing. While the show may initially shock viewers with its nudity, it seems to be more about the human connections and emotions that unfold in such a raw environment.

It’s a social experiment of sorts, showing what can happen when all the external layers are stripped away. The fact that there is no pixelation or blurring in the UK version sets it apart from its American and German counterparts. This decision adds an extra layer of authenticity and rawness to the show, giving viewers a completely unfiltered look at the contestants’ experiences.

Overall, Dating Naked is pushing the boundaries of reality TV and challenging societal norms about nudity and relationships. It will be interesting to see how the show unfolds and whether it will truly revolutionize the genre. Stay tuned for more updates on this daring new series.