Back to the Pods! All About ‘Love Is Blind’ Season 8: Meet the Cast, Find Out Location and More

As Love Is Blind marks the five-year anniversary since its Netflix debut, the show's season 8 promises plenty of surprises. Life & Style rounds up everything we know about the cast, the new location and premiere date.

Fans Get to Meet the Cast of 'Love Is Blind' in the Season 8 Trailer

The pod squad is the show's largest to date, with 32 singles between the ages of 25 and 43 hoping to fall in love and get engaged without setting eyes on each other first. Netflix announced the cast on January 27, 2025, along with a teaser trailer of contestants describing what they're looking for in their perfect partner.

The women include district retail manager Amanda, who is the oldest contestant in the cast. “Somebody who can’t communicate is definitely an ick for me,” she said in her Netflix bio, adding "sometimes my age can be a factor” when it comes to dating.

Client success manager Ashley has been told she's “a bit too much” in past relationships, thus she really wants to find a partner who can embrace her "excitability" fully. Partnership executive Brittany is a sports lover who is "looking for a very confident man.”

Hairstylist Casandra is looking for a guy with a good sense of humor, while medical student Kylie is going on the show "to find my husband.” Lauren — who works in educational sales — is looking for a lifetime partner after recent relationships didn't last more than six to nine months.

Artist Madison wants a man who matches her “goofy girl” energy, and oncology nurse Meg is making finding Mr. Right a priority after being single for the past two years.

Executive assistant Molly is a former Minnesota Timberwolves cheerleader who loves Christmas. Digital marketer Monica wants "my partner to feel like another family member." Oncology nurse Sara is a die-hard Call of Duty player and hopes to find a husband who loves the video game as much as she does.

Colonoscopy nurse Taylor can't wait to decorate her first Christmas tree with a future husband, as marketing strategist Tiera's faith is very important to her and "it’s not something I can sacrifice for love.”

Media planner Vanessa is looking for someone "who’s always down to try something new and go along with my crazy whims," while healthcare recruiter Virginia wants a faith-driven guy who “wants to go the long haul.”

Product sales manager Yemi rounds out the women and said she doesn't get approached very often which "might have to do with the fact that I’m a little intimidating."

On the men's side, fashion director Adam has been busy growing his business and hopes to meet his future wife. Commercial real estate broker Alex plays multiple instruments and wants to find a woman who can tolerate his snoring. Realtor Andrew is hoping to find true love but it will be a deal-breaker if a woman wants him to abandon his faith.

Developer Ben wants a partner who can complement his outgoing personality. Entrepreneur Benji is "a huge traveler and I see a lot of that in our future," with his perfect woman. Dentist Brad is looking for a partner who is also his "best friend." Wine bar owner Brian is seeking love with someone who can help his work-life balance.

Sales account executive Daniel is seeking someone who appreciates his sensitive side, and medical device salesman David's biggest turnoff is superficiality. Youth director Devin prefers to stay in and cook instead of a night on the town, while Hugo — who works in marketing — described his recent dating experiences as “repetitive and mundane.”

Physician associate Joey was in 11 weddings in 2024 and wants to finally be a groom. Cinematographer Mason is looking for a woman who loves skating as much as he does. Property manager Mo wants a partner who is trustworthy, while project manager Scott is hoping for a girl that's "well-read" but worries about long dates in the pods since he does "not sit still very well." Management consultant Tom was born in Brazil and is a self-described fitness fanatic.

What Is the 'Love Is Blind' Season 8 Filming Location?

All of the singles are residents of the Minneapolis, Minnesota, area. Cohost Vanessa Lachey announced the Midwestern locale during the season 7 reunion in October 2024, while showing contestants Alex, Brittany and Joey in the audience.

When Does 'Love Is Blind' Season 8 Premiere?

Get ready for Valentine's Day romance on Netflix, as season 8 premieres on February 14, 2025.