Are You My First? Cast Reveals Untold Secrets of Virginity

Distinctively, reality television often finds its tribulations in love triangles, bombastic breakups, and whirlwind romances - however, Hulu's new title Are You My First has a providing moral that, and ultimately serves as a discussion for, a different absurdity. Are You My First premiered on August 18, 2025 and introduces 21 adults, all of which share a common trait: they're virgins.

Rather than ridicule or share narratives for entertainment, the Hulu show aims to allow an outlet for the participants to share their experiences as they own their lives. Whether choice to wait is based in faith, family's values, own anxiety, or merely a desire to find, Are You My First shares their stories earnestly.

Guiding the format with stewardness and empathy are hosts Colton Underwood and Kaitlyn Bristowe, from The Bachelor. Having shared their own stories of intimacy and vulnerability, they support and carry the participants through a situation that is just as important emotionally, than romantically.

Why This Show Matters

In today's culture, where conversations around the subject of relationships are often accelerated, casual, or swiped to the left or right, this show takes a moment to elevate another narrative. Virginity is often filled with stigma or assumptions, but is depicted here as a personal choice based on culture, religion, health and simply the timing.

For audiences, the series provides:

• A glimpse into the lives of people who do not often see themselves represented on a mainstream dating show.
• Candid conversations about intimacy, expectations, and societal pressures on individuals dealing with these things.
• Emotional vulnerability, as contestants reconcile their private journey with the public nature of dating on national television.

Who are the Contestants of Are You My First? 

The 21 cast members are from different parts of the United States, and everyone's life is filled with unique details about why they have waited for this point in their lives. Here's a look at who they are and why they are here:

Andrew Marino

Andrew provides heart and clarity and purpose to Are You My First?. Plus, with his blend of tech-savvy background and grounded thinking he'll be waiting for "the one" that will be forever.

Brooklyn 

Brooklyn embodies artistry and grace in the villa. As a dance teacher and performer, she brings elegance and depth to her own experience, and she believes that authentic love is about timing and intention.

Carissa 

Carissa has creativity in her heart and being a social media professional. She is cautious, but equally hopeful... looking for connection that feels really right. 

Deya

Deya is the definition of entrepreneurial spirit. As a small business owner, rooted in empathy, she desires a love that feels eternal, not hurried. 

Farha

Farha is a 25-year-old writer and content creator from Miami. She comes from a traditional religious upbringing and considers herself to be a bit of a late bloomer. Farha has been a "wait and see" romantic up to this point, getting to know her love interest before going to the next step. She has been waiting for a real, deep connection to pursue.

Hakeem

Hakeem approaches his entry into Are You My First? with caution and clear intention. As a thoughtful self-aware voiceover artist, he approaches intimacy with care and conviction.

 

 

 

 

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Jade

Jade adds a pageant circularity as a former NFL cheerleader and Miss New Orleans USA to the series, and with her sense of poise. Jade has never been in a serious relationship, and is looking for an actual mutual and grounded relationship.

Jake 

Currently Jake is a 32-year-old caregiver who lives in Los Angeles, California. He appeared on Hulu's show Are You My First?. Jake is a man of deep Christian faith who believes in committing celibacy until marriage.

Katya

Katya provides a theatrical awareness, and consideration. As a theatre artist, she thinks of physical intimacy with consideration that “sex is power.”

Krash

Krash fuses creativity and conscious choice, from a structured boyhood training of waiting for the person who embodies his values.

Layne Gwartney

Layne has a grounded, adventurous spirit with a first-class attitude & passion for life, joining us as AYMF's daring adventurer. A commercial pilot from Oklahoma, Layne cherishes authenticity and is curious to explore what love may be, for the first time.

Madi

Madi is cerebral and driven, but also has a significant fear of intimacy; however, she is seeking to connect with someone who is going to alleviate that fear naturally. 

Michael

Michael adds humor and heart to the villa as he works through his intimacy fears, hoping this journey will encourage him to be more open.

Mike

A familiar face from The Bachelorette, Mike is grounded in faith and values, and intent on waiting until the right time.

Noah

As a business owner Noah’s choice reflects patience and purpose. He is in a space where he values meaningful commitment and is waiting with hope on his side. 

Rachael

Rachael offers honesty and strength. While she is working through the challenge of illness, intimacy can be sensitive, and she is taking her time—an exploration she does not wish to rush. 

Sara

Sara values markers of development. A student who placed her education first, she put dating on hold, until now. Now, she is inspired to pursue love with purpose.

 

 

 

 

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Spencer

Because Spencer thinks of the future, he is not pursuing just anyone, but someone who he can make the first real thing. 

Ty

Ty brings a thoughtful and faith-based approach to the Are You My First? experience. Ty is a web developer from Provo, Utah, who is a devout member of the Mormon church and a graduate of Brigham Young University (BYU). For Ty, celibacy before marriage is based mainly on religious conviction. Ty is looking for the most rewarding aspect of intimacy; building meaningful connection, based on trust and shared values.