'I Kissed a Boy' S2: Meet the cast of queer men & where to follow them

One of the most popular gay dating shows on TV is back!

The queer men vying for love on I Kissed a Boy season 2 have been officially announced by the BBC. The format of the competition — the first-ever gay dating show in the U.K. — remains the same: Upon meeting each other, these single guys immediately share a kiss that helps them determine whether or not they have a connection. From there, the contestants enjoy a fun time at an Italian masseria and get to know themselves a little better.

Australian pop star Dannii Minogue, who hosted the first season of I Kissed a Boy and its subsequent spinoff I Kissed a Girl, is returning for season 2. Layton Williams, best known for playing Stephen Carmichael on Netflix's Bad Education, will also narrate the upcoming season.

Keep scrolling to meet the 10 queer men competing on I Kissed a Boy season 2, which premieres Sunday, May 11 on the BBC. Season 1 of I Kissed a Boy is available for streaming on Hulu.

Editor's note: All photos, personal details, and quotes below are courtesy of the BBC.

Adam

Age: 27

From: Reading

Occupation: Marketing and Brand Manager

Instagram:@onlygayadam

Quote: "You will see me either confused, crying with laughter or having a deep conversation wearing a bucket hat and a pair of Speedos. The show was one big therapy session, and I loved it."

Adam's number one driver in life is his career and his role as a marketing manager in the beauty industry. He's a self-proclaimed "career gal" who thrives in a busy work environment.

Outside of the office, Adam throws himself into his creative group of friends and parties in East London, his spiritual home. He loves disco and says if he could visit another era, the 70s would be it.

When it comes to boys, emotional intelligence is really important to Adam, as is someone who's not afraid to speak their mind. Adam's last serious relationship ended about four years ago and he's ready to find love again.

Aron

Age: 27

From: Croydon

Occupation: Civil Servant and Cheerleading coach

Instagram:@arondotcom_

Quote:"Buckle up for an emotional rollercoaster, tears of joy and a deep look into the queer experience. Get ready to feel everything and stay glued to your screen!"

As a world champion cheerleader, Aron is ready to tumble his way into the masseria to find love. His love for cheerleading has led him to coach and compete internationally, having won the world championships in Orlando, Florida for the last two years.

Aron is ambitious, focused and has a strong sense of who he is but growing up as a gay man in a traditional West African household was not without its challenges. He came out to his mum and his wider family at 21 years old and feels fortunate that they're accepting and supportive of him. But it wasn't until he went to university, that Aron really began to refine his "queer blackness."

After a four-year stint studying Chinese and a year living in China, Aron is now settled in his family house with his sister in Croydon.

Callum

Age: 27

From: St Leonard's on Sea, Hastings

Occupation: Administrator

Instagram:@callum.ak

Quote: "I am so proud to be a part of the show, it's so much more than just a dating show which is something I realized whilst actually being on it. Younger me would have found navigating my sexuality so much easier if I had a show like IKAB to watch."

When it comes to dating, Callum's either all in, or all out. Callum admits he can be jealous and doesn't think his man should be giving any other guy attention. He doesn't like to follow the rules and is quick-witted with his comebacks. Callum describes himself as "chaotic, cheeky, and strong minded."

In recent years, Callum has gained a greater sense of his cultural identity after moving from his hometown to London, where the Nigerian side of his family live.

Callum is a sucker for a pretty boy with a little edge and his celebrity crushes are Joey Essex, Drake, and Jack Harlow.

Jack D

Age: 26

From: Glasgow

Occupation: Hospital Pharmacist

Instagram:@its_jack__d

Quote: "Things changed by the hour in the 'Messy Massy,' so you'll be seeing a LOT of drama. Expect to see a group of queer guys having a very gay old time and having a laugh!"

A self-confessed serial dater, Jack is looking to take himself off the market and find a man who he can share a "nice pastry and a pint with." An ally in his own community, Jack likes to be open-minded and down to earth.

When it comes to dating, as confident as he may be, Jack isn't keen on making the first move in fear of being rejected.

Jack thinks the queer scene in Glasgow is quite small and he's tired of the same group of guys circling all the apps.

Jack S

Age: 22

From: Wigan

Occupation: Banking Advisor

Instagram:@itsjackmaniac

Quote: "Being part of I Kissed a Boy was the most diva-licious slice of heaven to be honest. Just dead good vibes. Ups and downs for sure, but honestly just a proper hoot from the jump!"

Jack is a hopeless romantic who has been brought up by strong women including his nan June, whose name he has tattooed on his neck. He credits the women close to him for enabling him to be comfortable with his own femininity.

Jack describes himself as "androgynous but more fem presenting" and likes to shock people with his rap persona, "Jack Maniac" at open mic nights.

Jack's had three relationships and a few situationships and admits to always chasing after the bad boys. He wants to break that chain and meet someone with a good heart who will accept him unconditionally.

Jas

Age: 27

From: Glasgow

Occupation: Finance Analyst

Instagram:@jaskeran

Quote: "I was 100% authentically myself and I have no regrets. Expect an iconic season full of firsts, which I am so excited to be a part of. There was no holding back this year!"

Jas is very family oriented and grew up with his mum, dad and sister in Glasgow. Jas loves his culture and has learnt to embrace it. Jas appreciates that he can be an 'openly gay Scottish Punjabi man' with the support of his family and friends and looks upon it as his superpower.

After an academic lifestyle in Glasgow, Jas moved to London after university and hasn't looked back. He wants to find a husband and dreams of getting married. In Jas' culture it would be disrespectful to his parents to bring someone home who wasn't the end game, "I want a Punjabi wedding! Once you commit, you commit. My parents have done the same."

Jordan B

Age: 25

From: The Lake District

Occupation: Retail Store Manager

Instagram:@jordanburrow

Quote: "Expect a cast from all different walks of life coming together to share experiences, stories and saliva. Prepare to laugh, cry, and audibly gasp your way through our gay summer."

Jordan has swapped life on the family farm rearing sheep and cows with his dad and his brother, for the hustle and bustle of city life in Manchester. Jordan is ready to stop playing games and find someone with a calming nature who will have the capacity to tame him.

Jordan plans to walk into the masseria oozing confidence as the total package but also wants to use the experience to learn more about himself and takes risks.

Jordan describes himself as a heartbreaker who isn't short of any offers from suitors. He doesn't doubt that he'll be part of the drama if there happens to be any — and when it comes to getting what he wants, Jordan will make every effort to get it.

Jordon R

Age: 27

From: Leeds

Occupation: Sales Manager

Instagram:@jordonr_h

Quote: "I mean looks were served and a time was had. I don't take myself too seriously so l would describe myself as the life of any party... but only if it's worth attending"

Jordon is hoping to strut into the masseria and find the man of his dreams. He'll crack the jokes and the one-liners until his social battery dies. Growing up on a council estate was challenging for Jordon but it shaped him into the man he is today.

Jordon wants to explore a dating world that doesn't involve guys who aren't emotionally available. Jordon has dated but has never had a proper boyfriend or been in love. He admits to letting people only get to know him at surface level and struggles to truly open up and allow people to get to know the real him.

Lars

Age: 23

From: Wolverhampton

Occupation: Hotel Receptionist

Instagram:@larsfellows

Quote: "I Kissed a Boy isn't just the fun reality TV show that we all know and love — it is a celebration of queer love in all its forms. I am honestly so proud to be the first trans person on the show."

Football loving and self-confessed cheeky chappy Lars, has a maturity that belies his years. Lars says, "I've been through 16 years of my life as a girl. It's aged me, but in a good way." Lars has put everything into his transition from female to male and is now wanting to focus on other things. "The missing piece of the puzzle is a man!"

Lars is a hopeless romantic, sick of the single life and after learning so much from his first love break up, is ready to find his person.

As well as gender, Lars has had to tackle his sexuality too, "I didn't have an attraction to girls, I always liked guys. I felt like a gay guy trapped in a woman's body."

Lars wants to be a part of this experience to push himself into meeting someone face to face without phones or other distractions.

Rory

Age: 22

From: Galway, Ireland

Occupation: Mental Health Support Worker

Instagram:@roryjenningss

Quote: "Put a number of gay men in a luxury Italian masseria and expect two things: Drama and more drama. You can laugh with us, cry with us, and cheer us on."

Rory is looking to leave the Emerald Isle behind for a summer of love in Italy. In the masseria he says there is a high possibility he will end up being a bit of a Casanova and use his Irish charm to woo the boys.

Rory likes to observe and figure people out before making a move romantically and when it comes to drama, he says he would rather watch the drama rather than be the drama.

Alongside his job as a mental health support worker, Rory also works as a part-time model. When it comes to boys, Rory says it takes a lot to win his heart. He lists Michael B. Jordan, Joey Essex, and Troye Sivan as his dream boys.

Ruben

Age: 24

From: London

Occupation: Artist and designer

Instagram:@rubenbodower

Quote: "Honestly, I find dating scary (men, ugh!) so I wanted to put myself somewhere I couldn't run away from boys, even if I tried. Let's see how that turns out."

Ruben is an articulate, self-aware, self-confessed sexy nerd whose indecisiveness plays into his career and love life.

When it comes to relationships, they've been short-lived since the breakup of his first serious relationship three years ago. Ruben has been single ever since and is scared of being vulnerable and letting someone in but he's hoping that his time in the masseria will flip the script, as he's set an intention to leave with a boyfriend.

Ruben was born in London but moved to Norway when he was three years old and lived there for six years before returning to the UK with his family. Now living in London, Ruben works as a jewelry designer but isn't limited to this and says, "I want to do everything apart from make up my mind and this is reflected in my dating life — I'm keeping it consistent!"