Oh Made In Chelsea, how we love thee. Can you believe the show is approaching it's 25th season? Neither can we. The endless brunches, almost-punches, fiery lunches and Louise Thompson's daily ab crunches. The E4 series which shows the intricately connected friendship group of London's elite, i.e. the reality TV stars who throw diamond parties, momentarily angonise over spending £200k on a ring, and flog charcoal teeth whitening kits on Instagram.
Some might say the show is a deliciously addictive blend of borderline aspirational, borderline relatable madness. Its why 80% of our Monday evenings are occupied between the time of 9pm and 10pm, and the rest of our time is spent secretly waiting to spot Mark Francis somewhere in the digi-sphere saying something hilarious about thongs or Topshop.
So, to fill the time in between episodes and to add context to the chaos that is televised life in SW3, here is your complete guide to Made In Chelsea - the cast, latest news, interviews, the lot. Better bookmark this one because you'll probably be back...
When is Made In Chelsea back?
E4 recently announced that Made in Chelsea is returning to our screens on Monday, 27 March! The new series will see the SW3 socialites back in Chelsea after a drama-filled trip to Bali. OnMade In Chelsea: Bali there was plenty of tension; from Emily Blackwell and Harvey Armstrong's dinner party showdown to Ruby Adler, Sam Prince and Inga Valentiner's fiery argument. After such a dramatic trip, we're sure the aftermath this series will be just as exciting...
Is there a trailer for Made in Chelsea series 25?
Not just yet! But for now, enjoy a clip of when we last left the Kings Roaders in Bali...
Where can I watch Made In Chelsea? What time is Made In Chelsea on?
You can watch Made In Chelsea on E4 on Mondays at 9pm. If you're one of the few people who has plans on a Monday evening you can catch up with all the episodes (including series one which is a real treat)over on All 4.
Is Made In Chelsea real?
Yes, it's real. You know, except for the elements that are cleverly manufactured by the producers to create extra drama. If you've ever wondered just how a relatively small group of attractive, intelligent people can have so many over the top relationship dramas in such a small space of time, apparently most of it will have been cleverly planned by the people behind the scenes.
Is Made In Chelsea scripted?
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What will happen in Made in Chelsea Series 25?
As ever - it is impossible to tell with this cast, things constantly change and the drama never stops. However, last series we were left with many cliffhangers so we have a lot of questions about series 25.
Now Julius Cowdrey has quit the show, that only leaves one member of the 'tricep trio' left - Miles Nazaire. How will he fare without his right-hand man? And will his bachelor lifestyle finally come to an end? After a dramatic showdown with ex boyfriend Harvey, will Emily be open to making amends? Sam Prince and Inga Valentiner were also at the centre of the drama in Bali but will there be more tension now they are back in Chelsea? Also, during the Boxing Day special 'Bonjour Baby' Maeva D'Ascanio and James welcomed their first child, how will they adjust to parenthood?
Thankfully E4 have provided us with a teaser for the opening episode, 'The gang are back in Chelsea for a brand-new series, and Miles is surprised to learn that Yas hasn’t just brought a tan back from her travels – new boyfriend Guy has joined her in SW3, after flying over – on a one-way ticket – just to be with her!
James and Maeva get back among the Chelsea set following the birth of their son, sharing their experiences of parenthood and introducing baby Beau to Emily. Meanwhile, Willow and Issy want the truth about Yas’ secret relationship with Miles, and set out to confront her. But it turns out the pair might’ve been hiding something all along…
Robbie and Joel’s relationship may be on the rocks, with Joel feeling that things have become a one-way street between them. How will Robbie react when Joel presents him with a list of everything he’d like him to improve on? And Harvey mixes business with pleasure when she organises drinks with Issy and a business meeting with her dad on the same day – might it prove a dangerous combination?'
How much do the cast of Made In Chelsea get paid?
The pay of the cast members would never be officially disclosed, but it has previously been reported they can take home up to £8,000 per series of the show.
However, there has been some controversy about cast members reported pay in the past. Last year, Married At First Sight Australia's Ella-May Dingfeatured on the show, and after leaving she claimed cast members 'don't even get paid well.' Back in 2013 it was reported by The Mirror that they pay the stars different amounts based on their popularity and how long they've been on the programme. They claimed supporting cast members receive £225 per episode, while new characters are given just £50 in their first series. We will never know the truth...
What night is Made in Chelsea on?
If you're a avid fan like us, you'll be happy to know that Made In Chelsea airs every week on a Monday night.
Who are the Made In Chelsea cast?
The current cast of Chelsea famous faces include...
Maeva D'Ascanio
Maeva D'Ascanio has made her mark from the second she appeared on her screen. Her loud, brash and straight talking personality mixed with her French roots has been tv gold! Her turbulent relationship with co-star James Taylor and lingering feelings for ex Miles Nazaire has always taken centre stage in previous series, however she is now engaged to so that's the end of that saga. Maeva aslo welcomed her adorable first child with James and it was all captured on Made In Chelsea: Bonjour Baby!
Olivia Bentley
Olivia Bentley was the arty nude photographer who has transformed into a full-blown, strawberry liqueur sipping, 'dahling' dropping Made In Chelsea-ite we can't get enough of every Monday evening. Her relationship with Tristan Phipps has been more on and off than a light switch, but we love her sassy one-liners all the same. They seem to be more settled now though after moving in together in Chelsea. We love a happy ending!
Ollie Locke-Locke
Miles Nazaire
Miles Nazaire joined the series back in 2018. Since then he's established himself as a Made in Chelsea fave. He has a bromance with the tricep trio and was certainly in the thick of the drama last series. The question is who is miles dating? After a string of potential relationships on the show all fans are wondering is if he will settle down this series. I guess we will find out soon..
Emily Blackwell
Emily Blackwelljoined the show during series 12 back in 2016, when she was initially tipped to be a love interest for Alex Mytton. Times really do change! On the show viewers have followed her relationship with Harvey Armstrong but after their dramatic breakup and Bali showdown, she has vowed to never speak to him again. Will she stand by that this series? Time will tell! Emily has found love again with Jordan Alexanderand whilst Jordan’s age isn’t known, 26-year-old Emily revealed that he is a 'little bit older' than her, and she 'needed a man.' Is this shade to Harvey? We think so!
Ruby Adler
Ruby Adlerwas introduced to the series as Reza Amiri-Garroussi's girlfriend. However, the pair split after over 10 years of dating. After a will they-won't they saga with co-star Miles Nazaire, she has settled down with model Nicholas Sinclair.
Harvey Armstrong
Harvey Armstrong was introduced as Sophie Habboo’sex-boyfriend in Made in Chelsea: Buenos Aires in 2019. Obviously, that caused quite a bit of drama. Harvey split with long time girlfriend and fellow cast mate Emily Blackwell last year after it was revealed that he cheated on her. Not cool Harvey! However, recently he's been getting close to Made In Chelsea newbie Issy Francis-Baum...
Tristan Phipps
Tristan Phipps is currently dating Liv Bentley although their relationship was on and off - they seem happy now. He has also dated fellow co-star Verity Bowditch ( which did not end well) and Ella Wills. He used to be a walking safari guide, working at the Kruger National Park. He then worked as a South Africa travel specialist.
Verity Bowditch
Over the past couple of years, Verity Bowditch has become one of the main cast members on Made in Chelsea. And during her time on the show, she's sure had a dramatic time. She was dating former co-star Tristan Phipps - who is now seeing Liv Bentley - and she was briefly seeing Love Island's Charlie Frederick, who featured on the last series.She is also a business owner and has many branches of Clean Kitchen Club - a vegan restaurant chain.
Paris Smith
Paris Smith is still fairly new to the show and is still finding her feet. She is a model and a socialite, so fitted in perfectly with the Chelsea crew. On the show she is close friends with Robbie Mullett, Olivia Bentley and Maeva D'Ascanio.
Gareth Locke-Locke
Gareth Locke is husband to Ollie Locke and they are the couple everyone on the show runs to for advice. This series we will follow the couples journey to starting a family.
Robbie Mullett
Robbie Mullett joined Made In Chelsea in 2020 as the best friend of Paris Smith. Since then he has featured in moving storylines; from bravely opening up to Ollie Locke-Locke about his sexuality, to sharing his decision to start PrEP. He is in a relationship with Joel Mignott and they are perhaps the cutest couple on the show!
Issy Francis-Baum
Issy Francis-Baum only joined the cast last year during the Made In Chelsea: Mallorca special but has already made quite an impact. From her romances with Harvey and Miles to her beauty tips - she is becoming a fan favourite on the show.
Willow Day
Willow Day is a reality TV rookie, having only joined the cast of Made in Chelsea this summer when the cast took a trip to Mallorca - where she grew up. After a brief romance with Julius Cowdrey, she has been pretty quiet on the show - she didn't even go to Bali. Perhaps this series we will see more of her ...
James Taylor
James Taylor had quite the reputation when he first joined the show. He was labelled as a bit of a player after dating Toff, Tiff Watson and Frankie Gaff and Verity Bowditch. However, he found his forever in Maeva D’Ascanio and they are now engaged and welcomed their first child last year!
Joel Mignott
Like the rest of the nation, we love MIC newbie Joel Mignott. Joel brings a splash of northern charm to the London scene and is honestly a breath of fresh air on screen. He is in a relationship with Robbie Mulett and they are the cutest couple on screen.
Yasmine Zweegers
Yasmine Zweegers is another newbie who has made a big impression on the cast. After kissing Miles on a night out, there is a whole will they-won't they saga going on. According to her Instagram, Yasmine is an actress and has a BA in Drama and Theatre from Goldsmiths. She is currently studying for an MA in acting Rose Bruford College. She is also a co-founder of MYZ London a luxury home wear brand.
Inga Valentiner
Even though Inga Valentiner is one of the newer arrivals - she has been in the thick of the drama ever since she joined the King Road group in 2021. Last series she had some serious beef with Ruby Adler and Julius Cowdrey. After a rocky sttart she is now loved up with Sam Prince. However, a lot of the cast have had their issues with them so, how will they fair this series?
Sam Prince
Long-term Chelsea fans will remember that 25-year-oldSam Prince was on the show from 2017-2018, joining the cast in series 13. He then rejoined the cast during the 22nd series and was back to his pot-stirring tricks. Since his return, he's got into huge clashes with Maeva and Julius - Maeva even threw a drink in his face after he meddled in her relationship! Surprisingly, Sam is now loved up with Inga after his stint as Chelsea's top play-boy.
Charlie Wicks
Charlie Wicks joined the cast at the same time as Yasmine Zweegers, so is still very new to the show. In Bali he went on another romantic date with Ruby Adler but as she has now announced her new boyfriend it seems is just wasn't meant to be for them.
Lily Ludovici Gray
Lily Ludovici Gray joined the main cast last year however, dedicated fans may also remember her making a brief appearance on the show in series 10 when she threatened to come between Tiffany’s sister, Lucy Watson and her boyfriend, James Dunmore. It looks like they have put that drama behind them as she was with the Watsons in Saint-Tropez for Tiff's hen do and was even a bridesmaid! Last series she had an almighty fall out of ex-BFF Inga Valentiner...
Reza Amiri-Garroussi
Reza Amiri-Garroussi joined Made In Chelsea in series 18 as the best friend of Sam Thompson. It wasn't long until Reza became a main cast member due to the turbulent on-screen relationship with Ruby Adler (who is also the BFF of Zara McDermott.) After a ten year relationship, the pair split up and Reza is now single - will he find love this series?
Made In Chelsea 2022 cast
There were many new cast members that joined the SW3 gang in 2022. From Yasmine Zweegers to Georgia May Salamat. Here is everything you need to know..
Did Dolly Alderton work on Made in Chelsea?
Yes! Journalist and author of Everything I Know About Love's Dolly Aldertonhad a past life on the show. Dolly worked as a story producer on the constructed reality series Made In Chelsea from series 2 to 5 - the golden years!
When is made in Chelsea Bali on?
Made In Chelsea: Bali was a one-off special that aired last year. Let's just say it didn't disappoint! If you missed the dramatic episodes you can catch up on All4.
Where is Made in Chelsea filmed?
It's all in the name! The SW3 gang typically film in Chelsea and Knightsbridge ;from Raffles night club to Bluebird Café. Of course, the group film a number of special spin-off episodes in luxury locations abroad from Bali to Mallorca and Croatia.
Made In Chelsea Interviews
Here at Grazia HQ we have done tons of interviews with the MIC crew. From Maeva D'Ascanio to Miles Nazaire - we have all the gossip...
Made In Chelsea's Maeva D'Ascanio: 'This Series Of MIC Is The Most Explosive'
As series 23 of MIC is set to return, Maeva sit's down with Grazia to reveal all...
Made In Chelsea's Maeva D’Ascanio: 'I Regret Not Going On Holiday With James'
Following the huge argument in Season 22's premiere, Maeva chats to Grazia about her relationship with James Taylor.
Made In Chelsea’s Issy Francis-Baum On The £4 Face Serum She Uses Every Day
Issy has quickly established herself as one of Made In Chelsea's chief beauty authorities and she told us all her beauty secrets!
Made In Chelsea’s Issy Francis-Baum Uses This £36 ‘Paris Filter In A Bottle’ Foundation Every Day
How does Issy achieve such a flawless base? We have the answers.
Ella May Ding: ‘I Did Feel Off Watching Back Ruby’s Conversation With Miles’
In her first British interview since the Made In Chelsea fallout, Ella reveals all about what really goes on behind the scenes and being used by Miles ‘for a storyline’.
Dear Sophie: 'I Love My Boyfriend - But His Kids Are Hard Work'
Our new relationship columnist, Made In Chelsea's Sophie Hermann, answers your problems.
This Is Sophie Hermann's Favourite Workout Class
Have you ever wanted to do a really long, really intense workout - but you just don’t think you have the time? Or you can't be arsed. Well, there’s a solution for that. Just ask Made In Chelsea’s Sophie Hermann, who swears by an exercise class which is meant to give you the benefits of a two-hour exercise class... in just a fraction of the time.
Made In Chelsea's Miles Nazaire: 'It's Sometimes Very Hard To Focus On The Person You're With'
The MIC star chats to Grazia about his storyline with new girl Inga - and teases that there's lots more arguments on the way.
Made In Chelsea's Emily Blackwell: 'I Hate Arguing With People, Believe It Or Not'
The Made In Chelsea favourite talks about the latest 'intense' series, and how it's impacted her relationship with Harvey.
'There May Be Some Romance On The Way...' Made In Chelsea Newcomer Paris Smith On Joining The Show In Lockdown
Catching up with Paris after she made her MIC debut, she revealed it is not actually her first foray into TV. She and the medium go way back...
The Made In Chelsea Relationships You Definitely Forgot About
Boy, there are a lot of these and you're probably going to feel a bit weird seeing these old couples together knowing as much as we know now. Jaime and Lucy Watson? Very, very weird and uncomfortable...
Reality TV couples you forgot about - stacked
1 of 31Made In Chelsea: Jamie Laing and Louise Thompson
Remember when Jamie and Louise dated (much to Spencer Matthews' dismay) in 2012? Louise then left Jamie for Spencer, causing a very traumatic love triangle indeed. Poor Jamie.
2 of 31TOWIE: Mark Wright and Lauren Goodger
Mark Wright and Lauren Goodger's romance played out in the first couple of seasons of TOWIE, and it even involved a very short-lived engagement! However, after dating on and off for 10 years, the pair later ended their romance and Mark went on to marry actress Michelle Keegan.
3 of 31The Hills: Jason Wahler and Lauren Conrad
She chose him over Paris, but that didn't stop Lauren Conrad's romance with Jason Wahler coming to an abrupt end. Following their rocky romance, the pair split and Lauren later married William Tell.
4 of 31Love Island: Kady McDermott and Scott Thomas
Before she joined the cast of TOWIE to date Myles Barnett in 2018, Kady McDermott appeared on Love Island in 2016, where she found love with Ryan and Adam Thomas' brother Scott. Things didn't work out when they left the villa, with the pair announcing their split in 2017.
5 of 31Made In Chelsea: Binky Felstead and Jamie Laing
Binks is now a mum to baby India, but remember when she dated Jamie Laing?!? After years of friendship, the two found it difficult to transition to an actual relationship, so decided to call it a day.
6 of 31TOWIE: Lydia Bright and James 'Arg' Argent
Before he started dating Gemma Collins, James 'Arg' Argent and Lydia Bright were one of TOWIE's golden couples. After being on and off for years, the pair ended things for good in 2016. Meanwhile, Lydia gave birth a baby girl, Loretta Rose, in February 2020.
7 of 31Love Island: Sam Gowland and Georgia Harrison
His on/off romance with fellow Geordie Shore star Chloe Ferry came to an end for good (we think) earlier this year but Sam Gowland first hit our TV screens on Love Island 2017, where he left the villa with former TOWIE star Georgia Harrison.
8 of 31Made In Chelsea: Lucy Watson and Jamie Laing
Jamie and Lucy were together for a bit and would even walk their dogs together. Not one for holding back, Lucy Watson has called the show 'incestuous' and she 'no longer wants to waste time with people like Jamie and Proudlock'. Ouch.
9 of 31Made In Chelsea: Ollie Locke and Chloe Green
Topshop Heiress Chloe Green joined the MIC lot in 2011 to date Ollie Locke. Ollie had previously dated Gabby who he broke up with to explore his feelings for men, only to then end up with another woman. It did not go down well...He's now loved-up with husband Gareth Locke.
10 of 31TOWIE: Lucy Mecklenburgh and Mario Falcone
Before Lucy started dating former Coronation Street actor Ryan Thomas, she actually introduced Mario Falcone to TOWIE viewers as her boyfriend. Despite Mario proposing to Lucy on a luxury yacht, things didn't go to plan and their romance ended for good in 2013.
11 of 31Made In Chelsea: Lucy Watson and Proudlock
Ah yes, Lucy and Proudlock. They were the most swoon-worthy couple in SW3... oh, until Lucy found out that Proudlock was dating other women.
12 of 31Love Island: Rykard Jenkins and Rachel Fenton
After meeting on the show in 2016, Rykard and Rachel lasted 18 months in the real world, a lot longer than most Love Island couples!
13 of 31Made In Chelsea: Rosie Fortescue and Hugo Taylor
When Hugo was dating Millie Mackintosh in the show, he hooked up with her best friend Rosie. Millie then raised her glass to a party full of guests and said 'cheers to friendship'. However, Hugo later reconnected with Millie and the pair MARRIED in July 2018. Almost two years later, Millie gave birth to their first child, a baby girl, in May 2020.
14 of 31TOWIE: Charlie Sims and Ferne McCann
These two were actually together for SIX YEARS! But after Charlie decided to quit TOWIE, he later publicly dumped Ferne on Twitter, with reports suggesting he made her choose between him and the show.
15 of 31The Hills: Justin Bobby and Audrina Patridge
Ever since Justin Bobby and Audrina split on The Hills, fans of the popular show have pleaded for them to rekindle their romance, even more so after Audrina announced she was divorcing her husband Corey Bohan.
16 of 31Made In Chelsea: Spencer Matthews and Lucy Watson
Spenny took Lucy to Paris in 2013 and we almost believed he had given up his womanising ways. We were wrong and he admitted to cheating on Lucy with several women. Spencer is now happily married with Vogue Williams and the pair have two adorable children together.
17 of 31TOWIE: Joey Essex and Sam Faiers
Another TOWIE couple which led to a failed engagement. Despite Sam and Joey dating from 2011, the pair didn't make it down to aisle, ending their relationship in 2014.
18 of 31Made In Chelsea: Spencer Matthews and Louise Thompson
Louise joined the show as Spencer's (very despairing) girlfriend. Spencer being Spencer, couldn't stay faithful and resulted in a fair few teary scenes between the pair.
19 of 31TOWIE: Gemma Collins and Charlie King
Perhaps one of the strangest couples ever to grace TOWIE, The GC dated Charlie King in series four, but Charlie later announced he was gay on live TV.
20 of 31Love Island: Tyla Carr and Jonny Mitchell
After breaking Camilla Thurlow's heart, a lot of Love Island fans forget that Jonny Mitchell later coupled up with Tyla Carr.Of course, the romance didn't last when they left the villa!
21 of 31Made In Chelsea: Alex Mytton and Binky Felstead
Binky and Alex were love's young dream (kind of) for two years until his constant cheating became unforgivable. It all worked out well though as she now has the cutest little baby girl with JP and is loved up with boyfriend Max Darnton.
22 of 31The Hills: Heidi Montag and Jordan Eubanks
Before she met, married and had a child with Spencer Pratt, Heidi Montag actually dated a guy called Jordan Eubanks on the show. Their romance was played out during season one, before they split.
23 of 31TOWIE: Jess Wright and Ricky Rayment
Potentially one of the messiest break-ups in TOWIE history! After Jess and Ricky dated for two years, things seemed to be going well until Ricky was accused of texting other women. After the split, the pair ended up having a bitter Twitter war. Jess later found love with William Lee-Kemp and got engaged in March 2020.
24 of 31The Hills: Jayde Nicole and Brody Jenner
As well as his 'fake' relationships for the show with Lauren Conrad and Kristen Cavallari, Brody's romance with Jayde seemed pretty serious in 2008. Despite getting matching tattoos, the pair split in December 2009.
25 of 31TOWIE: Lauren Pope and Kirk Norcross
Series two of TOWIE saw the lovable Lauren Pope hooking up with Kirk Norcross. Despite the pair getting his and hers nose jobs', the pair split just weeks after.
26 of 31Love Island: Montana Brown and Alex Beattie
They were one of the hottest couples ever to grace our screens, but things didn't work out for Montana Brown and Alex Beattie when they left the villa in 2017. In fact, their romance lasted just six weeks.
27 of 31Geordie Shore: Vicky Pattison and Jay Gardner
Her time on the show may be best remembered for her turbulent relationship with Ricci Guarnaccio but Vicky Pattison's first Geordie Shore relationship was actually with Jay Gardner back in series one.They were attracted to each other as soon as they stepped in the house but decided they were better off as pals after a series of rows.
28 of 31Celebs Go Dating: Megan Barton-Hanson and Demi Sims
Love Island's Megan Barton-Hanson and TOWIE star Demi Sims hit it off when they both appeared on Celebs Go Dating in 2019. Despite dating for a short time, the pair's romance was over before the series even ended.
29 of 31TOWIE: Bobby Norris and Harry Derbidge
He was one of the show's OG cast members but Harry Derbidge took a break from the TOWIE scene in 2011 before reappearing three years later (in some VERY skimpy swimwear) as Bobby Norris' boyfriend. It all ended in tears though when Harry confessed to sleeping with his ex on holiday in Tenerife.
30 of 31Celebs Go Dating: Charlotte Dawson and Frankie Cocozza
They sign up to date us normal folk but those Celebs Go Dating lot just can't resist breaking the rules and getting it on with each other, can they? In 2017, Charlotte Dawson hooked up with X Factor bad boy Frankie Cocozza but it didn't last once the show ended and she's now loved-up with rugby player Matt Sarsfield.
31 of 31Geordie Shore: Holly Hagan and James Tindale
She might be loved up with footballer fiancé Jacob Blyth now but back in series three of Geordie Shore, Holly Hagan enjoyed a fling with co-star James Tindale. Unfortunately, she was left heartbroken when he returned to the house for series four with a girlfriend.
All the best quotes from Made In Chelsea
Here are all the best quotes from Made In Chelsea you probably forgot about. Safe to say it's probably not the sort of material you'll want be tagging with #MondayMotivation #qotd and #lifeinspo over on Instagram but hey, we're here for the lolz.
This article originally appeared on The Debrief.
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