Meet the cast of Taking New York
Your guide to who's who in E4's new structured reality show...
Gagan
Age: 27
From: Manchester
Living: In New York for four years, living in the West Village
Occupation: Joint business owner of a printing company and now opening his own bar
Relationship status: Single
After he graduated in the UK, Gagan worked with his dad in property but he wanted a new and bigger challenge. Feeling bored of Manchester, he came to NY in 2010 and ended up staying. He's opening the first bar in NYC where you can dock a yacht, and he's a nice guy but takes no nonsense when it comes to business.
Sophie
Age: 28
From: London
Living: In New York for three years, currently in Midtown
Occupation: special events producer
After growing up in Leicestershire, Sophie moved to London for a few years where she worked as a journalist and was involved with magazines including UK Vogue, ELLE and Harper's BAZAAR. However she quickly felt the need for a new challenge and saw NYC as the next step. She's a reliable friend but has a turbulent friendship with Georgina and a tricky time with guys...
Matt
Age: 24
From: Wales
Living: Has been in NYC for six years, living on Manhattan’s Upper West Side
Occupation: General manager at the prestigious Viceroy Hotel
Relationship status: Single
Matt moved to New York six years ago to build a new life for himself and has been doing well in the world of hospitality. He likes to think he's a true British gent but sometimes his intentions go awry...
Sumner
Age: 25
From: Oxfordshire
Living: In New York for 18 months, living in Manhattan
Occupation: Model/presenter/blogger
Relationship status: Single
Sumner moved to New York after winning America’s Next top Model and scoring a US contract. She was previously the runner-up on Britain’s Next top Model and prior to living in New York resided in London, Asia and then LA. She's Sophie's flat mate and very involved in her problems...