Tinder is launching a new YouTube reality show, 'Double Date Island,' to spotlight its Double Date feature. The series targets Gen Z viewers with social media creators leading group dating experiences.
The show stars creators such as TikToker Carmie Sellitto, musician Spencer Elmer, and fashion influencer Ellie Smith, and episodes will air on Tinder Europe’s YouTube channel, with additional clips and behind-the-scenes content available on TikTok, Instagram, and BeReal. Filmed in Ibiza, the series takes inspiration from 'Love Island' but focuses on double dates and a European cast.
"We’re tapping into the formats Gen Z already loves – entertainment, creators and social-first storytelling – to show what dating with your best friend can look like," said Paolo Lorenzoni, Tinder VP of EMEA Marketing, in a press release.
Reality-Themed Dating Campaigns
Tinder Launches a YouTube Reality Show to Appeal to Gen Z
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