Amanda Holden has finally fulfilled a long-standing dream by becoming the host of the new Netflix series Cheat: Unfinished Business, where couples confront the challenges of infidelity in their relationships.
The show marks a significant departure from her previous roles and taps into a deeper, more emotional exploration of relationships.
“I’ve always wanted to do a relationship show,” Amanda admitted, recalling her youthful days on Blind Date when she was just 19.
Now, at 54, she’s partnering with Celebs Go Dating’s Paul C Brunson for this gritty, emotionally charged series.
The format of Cheat: Unfinished Business revolves around eight couples whose relationships have been affected by cheating.
The series invites these couples to confront the truth and see if they can rebuild their trust or if their relationship is beyond repair.
Amanda, who has publicly discussed her own struggles with infidelity and personal turmoil, is moved by the intense emotions involved.
“It’s not like anything else; it’s layered, intelligent, and empathetic,” she says, noting how each couple’s journey through heartbreak and healing adds complexity to the storyline.
While filming, Amanda found herself deeply emotionally invested, especially after learning about the couples’ stories and witnessing their confrontations.
“It was hard not to be moved by their vulnerability,” she said.
The emotional rollercoaster of dealing with infidelity, gaslighting, and heartbreak made for a powerful viewing experience for both the participants and the host.
Amanda’s own life has since found stability, having been happily married to Chris Hughes since 2008. But she acknowledges that infidelity is a universal experience.
“Everyone is going to relate to something in this show,” she said, emphasizing the global impact of such personal struggles.
The show, though tough to watch at times, promises to be a gripping and cathartic experience for viewers as they witness real emotional journeys of forgiveness and reconciliation.
This fresh career direction represents Amanda Holden’s desire to push boundaries and offer audiences a more complex look at relationships than what’s typically seen on dating shows.
