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On Saturday, November 9, Italian audiences tuned into Rai 1 for the premiere of Le Stagioni dell'Amore, a fresh dating show that captivated viewers with its unique twist on love and age. The show, airing at 2 PM, gathered an impressive audience of 1.3 million, achieving a 10.61% share. Produced by Blu Yasmine and distributed by Global Agency, Le Stagioni dell'Amore takes dating shows into uncharted territory by combining nostalgia with romance, creating a heartwarming format that appeals to all ages.

Known internationally as Forever Young, this dating show takes mature singles on a romantic journey like no other. The protagonists and their suitors, all aged over 60, are represented by younger versions of themselves, or "lovatars"—young avatars in their early twenties who resemble the participants in their youth. These lovatars interact with each other on behalf of their real-life counterparts, bringing to life a whimsical scenario where age-old feelings and youthful charm intermingle.

Set on an elegant vintage train that mirrors the bygone elegance of old-world romance, Le Stagioni dell'Amore transports its participants back in time to rekindle the magic of their younger days. As the protagonists sit in separate train carriages, they communicate with their suitors solely through their lovatars, conversing via earpieces and observing the interactions on a monitor. This creates a setting where romance can blossom purely through conversation and personality, before the participants see each other in person.

In a twist of sentimental storytelling, each suitor arrives with a suitcase containing three personal items to offer the protagonist a glimpse into their life story. The protagonist also views photos of the suitors in their youth to help them make an informed and heartfelt choice. The show's dramatic peak arrives when the lovatars line up and the protagonist, through their final selection, chooses to sit beside the suitor they feel most drawn to. In the climactic "moment of truth," the mature suitor appears, bringing the face-to-face meeting that is both exciting and revealing.