Amelia Dimoldenberg has announced that her long-running web series, Chicken Shop Date, will conclude after more than a decade. The presenter, widely recognized for her deadpan humor and unconventional interview style, shared the news on Instagram, noting that while she once believed the show might be a permanent part of her life, she now feels it is time to pursue new adventures.
Since its inception in 2014, the series has featured a wide array of high-profile guests, including actors, musicians, and celebrities, all framed within the premise of a date. Dimoldenberg, who previously insisted she would continue the show until she found her “one true love,” told her followers that while “all good dates must come to an end,” there will be a few final episodes before the show officially wraps.
Reflecting on the series’ evolution, Dimoldenberg described the project as her own personal romantic comedy. She expressed deep gratitude to her audience for their support throughout her journey. Her recent guests have included major figures such as Paul McCartney, Zara Larsson, and Conan O’Brien. Fans are already speculating whether her long-standing dream guest, Canadian rapper Drake, might appear in one of the final installments.
Industry and Peer Recognition
- Jamie Laing (Radio 1 presenter): “The G.O.A.T.”
- Elizabeth Day (Author and broadcaster): “Knowing when to stop – and leaving on such a high, after shaping the culture – is the quintessential power move.”
- Tinie Tempah (Rapper): “Smashed it!”
The success of Chicken Shop Date was not instantaneous. Dimoldenberg has previously spoken about the difficulty of persuading publicists and talent to participate in 2014, when social media was not yet viewed as a primary platform for celebrity promotion. Over the years, however, the show has gained significant cultural influence, recently being cited as a key media outlet for stars alongside established platforms like the Graham Norton show or Radio 1.
The series originated from interviews Dimoldenberg conducted as a teenager with grime artists for the publication The Cut. She credits the skills, connections, and mentoring she received during that time—specifically through a youth club magazine project—as the foundation for her career. Beyond her content creation, she has remained a vocal advocate for training programs and apprenticeships designed to help young people enter the workforce. The report also notes that known for her off-the-wall questions and deadpan silences, revealed the news in an Instagram post, the presenter. The report also notes that including Wicked actress Cynthia Erivo, amelia has interviewed some of the biggest stars of the entertainment world. The report also notes that to me the show is my very own rom-com and I have loved creating so many stories for you to watch,” she wrote. The report also notes that and thousands of supportive comments have been left under the announcement post. The report also notes that as she said Newsbeat last year, yet success hasn’t come overnight. The report also notes that social media wasn’t seen as the best place to promote a celebrity’s latest album, film or product, the creator said that in 2014.
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