Overview

• Influencer Vanessa Borck, known as Nessi, will lead the fifth season’s Thailand-set search for love when the series debuts on RTL+ on July 24.
• The roster of 18 contestants spans ages 22 to 35 and includes care specialist Lara, Berlin resident Bianca, and a 26-year-old pedagogy student from Dresden who shares the Princess’s name.
• Former participants such as Tay, Christine and ex-Princess Lea Hoppenworth have publicly endorsed the new cast members on the show’s Instagram page.
• Fans have largely praised the diverse lineup and engaged enthusiastically online, with contestant Fiona emerging as an early favorite in viewer comments.
• Some viewers have critiqued the selection for its emphasis on traditionally feminine women, reigniting debates over inclusivity in LGBTQ+ casting.