What is love is blind season 1?

  • Premise: Love is Blind Season 1 follows a group of singles who are looking for love and get engaged before meeting in person. They spend time in separate "pods" where they can talk to each other but cannot see each other.
  • Location: The initial pod phase and pre-wedding activities took place in Atlanta, Georgia.
  • Release Date: Season 1 was released on Netflix on February 13, 2020.
  • Format: The season consisted of 10 episodes, with a reunion special released later.
  • Couples: Six couples got engaged in the pods, but only five made it to the altar:
    • Lauren Speed and Cameron Hamilton
    • Giannina Gibelli and Damian Powers
    • Amber Pike and Matthew Barnett
    • Jessica Batten and Mark Cuevas
    • Kelly Chase and Kenny Barnes
  • Key Themes: The show explores themes of emotional connection versus physical attraction, and whether love can truly be blind. It also highlights the challenges of navigating relationships after the "honeymoon" phase of engagement.
  • Drama: Season 1 was notable for its drama, particularly surrounding Jessica Batten's behavior and her relationship with Mark Cuevas.
  • Success: The first season of Love is Blind was a major success for Netflix, becoming a popular topic on social media and leading to multiple subsequent seasons.