We checked in with former Axios Charlotte blind daters. Here's where they are now
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After years of setting Charlotteans up on blind dates, we wanted to know: What happened next?
State of play: We checked back in with dozens of former participants from the last three years to find out whether there was a second date — and where their dating lives have taken them since.
We heard back from both people in a handful of matches. Here's what they had to say.
- Responses have been edited for length and clarity.
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Erin and Thomas (December 2023)
We sent Erin and Thomas to dinner at Camp North End.
Did they go on a second date? Yes.
Both confirmed they went out again but ultimately realized they were headed in different directions and wished each other the best.
Where are they now?
Erin is happily single.
- "I'm single AF, but my life is full of community," she said. "I'm so obsessed with my friends, someone would have to really add value to my life for me to date them."
Thomas is currently dating someone from his friend group.
- He says he plans to propose in the coming months.
Allan and Allison (August 2024)
We matched Allan and Allison for dinner and ice cream in South End.
Did they go on a second date? No.
Both walked away with good things to say about the date, but it didn't progress further.
Where are they now?
Allison says she's actively dating.
Allan tells us he's been dating his current girlfriend since shortly after the blind date and says ring shopping is on the horizon.
Roni and Jack (April 2025)
Roni and Jack tested their connection at the Museum of Illusions in Uptown.
Did they go on a second date? No.
Both noted that while the chemistry was there, long-term compatibility wasn't.
Where are they now?
Roni has since moved to New York City, where she says she's had much better luck with the dating scene.
- "I'm talking to someone currently, but it's very new," she said.
Jack has been dating someone for the past eight months and confidently describes her as his "future wife."
Victoria and Alex (October 2025)
Victoria and Alex met for cocktails at Dilworth Tasting Room.
Did they go on a second date? No.
The date lasted five hours with no awkward silences, so the chemistry was clearly there. But Alex felt their lifestyles weren't quite aligned, and Victoria said the connection felt more friendly than romantic.
Where are they now?
Both say they're currently single.
The takeaway
The responses highlighted something we've heard repeatedly throughout the blind date series — chemistry and compatibility aren't always the same thing.
The intrigue: Many participants described enjoyable dates and an initial spark. But out of the 13 couples we've set up over the last three and a half years, none developed into a long-term relationship.
- Only two, that we know of, made it to a second date.
- We only heard back from both people in a handful of matches, which are featured above. But many other former participants also shared updates individually.
- Some eventually found that connection elsewhere — through dating apps, mutual friends or meet-cutes in the wild. Others told us they're happily single and not rushing to change that.
What they're saying: It's a sentiment former participant and "Love Is Blind" alumna Sunni summed up well while reflecting on her dating experiences.
- "Since the Axios date, I did spend some time seeing someone I cared about, but it helped me realize that chemistry alone isn't enough if two people aren't aligned emotionally or looking for the same things," she said.
The bottom line: Finding someone you enjoy spending an evening with is one thing. Finding someone whose goals, values and timing align with yours is something else entirely.
Editor's note: Rest assured, we didn't spoil any surprise proposals while reporting this story.