I Kissed A Girl Series 2 Cast: Meet the 10 Women Looking for Love in BBC Three’s Final Season
BBC Three’s groundbreaking dating show I Kissed A Girl is back for a second and final season, introducing ten new women hoping to find romance, friendship and community in the sun soaked surroundings of an Italian Masseria.
Hosted by Dannii Minogue, the series once again puts queer women at the centre of the story. The format remains simple. The contestants meet for the first time with a kiss before discovering whether there is a genuine connection.
The first season made television history as the UK’s first mainstream dating show dedicated entirely to lesbian, bisexual and queer women. Now a new group of contestants are preparing to take their chance at finding love.
Faye, 24, Warrington
Faye describes herself as a natural flirt and someone who loves making people laugh. After being single for around a year, she is hoping to find a soft masc partner who can match her humour and energy.
She admits she often ends up at the centre of the drama and is known among friends for her outgoing personality. Faye loves karaoke, enjoys making new connections and believes the show offers a unique opportunity to meet women she may never have crossed paths with otherwise.
While she is ready for fun, she is also looking for something genuine. Behind the jokes and confidence is somebody hoping to find a meaningful relationship.
Nikita, 24, Leeds
Nikita joins the series from Leeds and describes herself as adventurous, ambitious and open minded. Having previously worked in finance before moving into sustainable fashion, she is somebody who is not afraid to take risks and follow her passions.
She identifies as queer and says she falls in love with people rather than genders. Nikita is attracted to a mix of masc and femme energy and hopes to find somebody who can offer both emotional depth and a strong connection.
She has spoken positively about her own coming out experience and hopes the programme helps continue important conversations around visibility and acceptance.
For Nikita, the experience is about much more than dating. It is also about celebrating identity and embracing a new chapter in her life.
Elise, 24, Essex
Essex contestant Elise describes herself as “a bit of a gent in female form” but insists she is a romantic underneath.
Having left her self described player days behind, she is looking for a more traditional relationship built on trust and commitment. Elise hopes to find a partner who shares her values and sense of humour while also understanding the importance of family and community.
She has spoken passionately about LGBTQ+ representation and believes programmes like I Kissed A Girl can have a real impact on younger viewers who may be questioning their identity.
For Elise, finding love would be a bonus, but being part of a show that celebrates queer women is equally important.
Tyra, 24, Scotland
Tyra arrives from Scotland hoping to find both romance and friendship.
Growing up in a rural community meant opportunities to meet other LGBTQ+ people were limited, making the experience particularly meaningful for her. She says she often finds herself attracted to emotionally unavailable women and hopes this time things will be different.
Tyra wants a deeper emotional connection and is equally excited about finding a sense of community among the other contestants.
She has described the show as a love letter to queer people everywhere and hopes viewers see themselves reflected in the stories being told.
Elisha, 22, Wales
Forensics student Elisha proudly describes herself as a “raging lesbian” and says she is often surprised by how frequently people assume she is straight.
She is looking for a femme partner who shares her interests and would love someone who enjoys discussing crime dramas and mystery stories as much as she does.
Elisha sees the experience as an opportunity for personal growth as well as romance. She has spoken about discovering new aspects of herself during filming and forming friendships that helped strengthen her confidence.
Her warmth, humour and honesty could make her one of the standout personalities of the series.
Lindsey, 25, Buckinghamshire
Lindsey enters the Masseria ready for what she calls her “lover girl era”.
The Buckinghamshire contestant describes herself as a confident dom femme and is searching for a tall masc presenting woman who also has a softer side.
She hopes viewers will see a wider range of queer experiences represented on screen and has spoken proudly about representing queer Black women on national television.
Lindsey combines confidence with vulnerability and enters the show determined to open herself up to the possibility of finding real love.
Ashlea, 25, Bedford
Ashlea is perhaps the contestant most openly searching for long term commitment.
She jokes that she is a “U Hauler”, a term often used in lesbian culture for people who move quickly in relationships. She admits she tends to fall hard and fast when she meets somebody she likes.
Ashlea hopes to find her “wife for life” and sees the series as an opportunity to meet women who understand her experiences and values.
While she enjoys fun and adventure, her ultimate goal is finding a relationship that lasts long after the cameras stop rolling.
Ebony, 22, Newcastle
Ebony describes herself as loyal, energetic and always ready for a laugh.
She enjoys spending time with friends, keeping active and meeting new people. Although she can be flirtatious, she says communication and honesty are the qualities she values most in a relationship.
Ebony hopes viewers will see beyond first impressions and get to know the softer side of her personality. She enters the series ready to leave single life behind and explore the possibility of finding a genuine connection.
Renee, 25, North London
Renee brings humour, confidence and authenticity to the cast.
She describes herself as a stem, comfortably blending masculine and feminine styles, and enjoys expressing different sides of her personality.
Raised in a supportive family environment, Renee says she feels fortunate to have been accepted for who she is from an early age.
She hopes the show will allow her to meet someone special while also inspiring other LGBTQ+ people to feel confident in themselves.
Imogen, 21, Manchester
At just 21, Imogen is the youngest member of this year’s cast.
The Manchester contestant describes herself as a proud lesbian and self confessed princess who knows exactly what she wants from a relationship.
She is attracted to confident personalities but still wants somebody she can challenge and keep guessing. Imogen admits she can be fiery at times and believes viewers will quickly get a sense of who she is.
She hopes her appearance on the programme will encourage other young women who may feel pressured to fit stereotypes about how lesbians should look or behave.
A Final Chapter For I Kissed A Girl
The second season of I Kissed A Girl marks the final outing for a series that has played an important role in LGBTQ+ representation on British television.
While romance remains at the heart of the programme, many of this year’s contestants have spoken about the importance of visibility, friendship and community. For some, finding love is only one part of the experience.
As these ten women prepare to enter the Masseria, viewers can expect romance, emotional moments, difficult decisions and plenty of memorable conversations.
Whether lasting relationships are formed remains to be seen, but one thing is certain. The final season of I Kissed A Girl will ensure this groundbreaking series leaves a lasting impression.
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Where To Watch I Kissed A Girl Series 2
I Kissed A Girl returns on Tuesday 23 June 2026 on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer.
The first four episodes will be available to stream on BBC iPlayer from 6am on launch day, giving viewers the chance to binge the opening part of the series immediately. Episodes one and two will air on BBC Three from 9pm on 23 June, with episodes three and four following at 9pm on 24 June. Two further episodes will then air each Tuesday evening as the series continues.
