In the gripping penultimate episode of Celebs Go Dating, the stakes were high as celebrities faced the daunting decision of choosing their plus-one for the final gala. For Made in Chelsea star Sam Prince, however, the journey to find love took a dramatic turn, culminating in a date that went from promising to catastrophic in mere moments.
The episode saw Sam whisked away to a countryside getaway for a double date, joined by fellow celebrity Louis Russell and their respective dates. The agents paired Sam with Mahan, hoping sparks would fly. But the date got off to a rocky start when Louis, in a bold move, stole Mahan away for a private chat, leaving Sam fuming. Frustrated and sidelined, Sam stormed out of the getaway, leaving Mahan confused upon her return to the table. Despite the chaos, the pair agreed to give it another shot, meeting again in London for a second date that fans hoped would redeem the earlier mishap.
The London date began with a glimmer of hope. Sam, aiming to impress, remembered Mahan’s favorite drink and greeted her with a perfectly crafted spicy margarita. The gesture hinted at a thoughtful side, setting the stage for what could have been a charming evening. But the mood quickly soured as the conversation took an unexpected dive.
Mahan didn’t hold back, confronting Sam about his lackluster communication. She pointed out his failure to respond to her messages, a critique that left Sam scrambling to defend himself. “We’re meeting the next day, so we don’t need to text,” he argued, attempting to brush off her concerns. But Mahan wasn’t buying it. “Why would you save the chat for the date? We’re trying to get to know each other,” she snapped, her frustration palpable. “That’s why you have my number. That’s why you have me on Instagram—so we can talk and understand each other on a personal level.”
The tension escalated as Mahan accused Sam of being “flaky,” a label that struck a nerve. “If you’re not making any effort to understand me on a personal level, my guard goes up,” she said, emphasizing the importance of mutual effort. “If I’m putting in the time and effort to be here and texting someone back, I would appreciate the same.” Sam, caught off guard, admitted he didn’t feel a spark, a confession that only fueled Mahan’s frustration.
The date reached its breaking point when Mahan delivered a stinging remark: “You’re not ready for a relationship, and I don’t think you’re over your ex.” The comment, likely referencing Sam’s Made in Chelsea co-star and ex-girlfriend Yasmine Zweegers, hit hard. Sam and Yasmine, who parted ways in 2024, had shared awkward moments earlier in the season when Yasmine brought her new partner, DJ Arman, to a countryside getaway, rubbing salt in the wound of their past relationship.
Sam tried to salvage the conversation, but Mahan had heard enough. “Sorry, I’m going to go,” she declared, standing up and walking out of the bar. The pair shared a brief, bittersweet hug before parting ways, with Sam left to process the fallout. Reflecting on the disaster, he confirmed he’d be attending the gala solo, having initially planned to invite Mahan as a friend.
As the episode closed, fans were left reeling from the dramatic unraveling of Sam’s date. With the final gala looming, the question remains: can Sam bounce back from this setback, or will his journey on Celebs Go Dating end on a lonely note? One thing’s certain—this explosive encounter will be talked about long after the credits roll.