Channel 4's new social experiment, Handcuffed: Last Pair Standing, sees 18 contestants paired up and chained together for the chance to win £100,000. Hosted by Jonathan Ross, the series challenges nine pairs to live handcuffed to one another 24/7, with the last couple standing taking the prize money.
The line-up includes a cross-section of British society, with Somerset's Sir Benjamin Slade, the 79-year-old 7th Baronet of Maunsel, paired with bus driver Morag, 64. London-based model Bambi, 29, is matched with Suffolk millionaire businessman Anthony, 60.
Speaking about the experience, Sir Benjamin noted he was "surprised by having some challenging and honest conversations about class," while model Bambi confessed her biggest concern was the lack of personal space: "As much as I'm a social butterfly and love being around people I like my own space and I do take a lot of time to myself."
Other participants include prison officer George, who joined "purely for the spirit of adventure," and Jo, a plus-size fashion brand owner who is on the autistic spectrum. Jo admitted: "I'm nervous about the proximity. Being in close proximity to a stranger is going to be quite a challenge for me."
Property developer Reuben found the physical demands tough, saying: "The hardest thing about the experience was definitely the speed of walking and the chafe of the cuff after several hours." The show aims to force opposites to talk, listen, and learn from each other, as the pairs travel to each other's homes and navigate daily life together.
