My Mother Your Father viewers admitted they burst into tears as Roger had an emotional heart-to-heart with his daughter Jess in Friday’s episode.
In the latest episode of the ITV middle-aged dating show, two of the adult children went to their parents to give them important advice.
Presenter Davina McCall told the children that only two of them could go to their parents, but crucially couldn’t reveal that they had been secretly watching them.
Roger’s daughter Jess and Sharon’s daughter Tia were both chosen to visit their parents, both of whom had their own problems during their time on the series.
And viewers admitted they burst into tears during Roger’s sweet chat with Jess, in which he heartbreakingly said he was “broken” after his wife’s death.
Heartbreaking: My Mother Your Father viewers admitted they burst into tears as Roger had an emotional heart-to-heart with his daughter Jess in Friday’s episode
Roger lost his beloved wife Joanne – and Jess’ mother – to cancer last year and told the show how she fell asleep on the sofa and never woke up.
And speaking to Jess, Roger opened up about how “broken” he was as he discussed whether or not he thinks he’s ready to get back into the dating pool.
Jess asked him, “Did it make you think you were ready, did it do the opposite and make you realize you weren’t?”
To which Roger replied, “Halfway,” as Jess advised him to let the women know if he was interested in them.
Then he said, “I think people just need to invest a little time in me.”
Jess then said to him: ‘But why would they do that if they don’t know you’re interested in them?’ You have to tell them.’
Roger then said, “I ain’t got no moves, I ain’t got no moves.” I’d like to go on a date with Janey to see if there’s something there. I know I’m a little broken.’
But Jess assured him: “You’re not broken, you’ve been through something traumatic, but you’re still yourself and I think you need to realize that.”
Reacting to the heartbreaking exchange, viewers on social media were quick to admit they were emotional and shared how much they support Roger.
Tears: On Friday’s episode, Jess spoke to her father Roger and gave him some advice as he struggled with dating at the retreat after losing his wife Joanne
Sweet: Reacting to the heartbreaking exchange, viewers on social media were quick to admit they were emotional and share how much they support Roger
Devastating: Roger lost his beloved wife Joanne – and Jess’ mother – to cancer last year and he told the show how she fell asleep on the sofa and never woke up
One wrote: “And the second night… I honestly don’t cry,” another said: “Oh my God.” Roger is just heartbreaking. I love him.’
A third tweeted: “My god Roger I’m literally cheering in your corner,” and a fourth commented: “I just want to hug Roger.”
“Great decision letting Roger’s daughter see him, give him great advice, adore Roger,” another added.
Later, Roger took Jess’ advice when he told Janey that he was interested in her and confessed that he was more interested in her than Caroline.
He said, “I like Caroline, I think I probably like you more, probably not, I do.”
To which Janey replied, “I did what you asked and now I don’t know if I’m ready for it. ‘I didn’t expect it.’
Speaking on camera, Jess said: “I’m really happy for Dad that he’s made his decision. He’s clearly at a point where he’s ready to be with someone. He’s totally with Janey, which is great.”
It comes after Roger was at odds over Caroline and Janey as he formed bonds with both of them.
Roger told the camera: “It feels a bit treacherous to put Janey ahead of Caroline,” as he gushed about how warmly Caroline had welcomed him.
But Elliott later reassured him: “Well done for telling someone you like them, that’s progress for you.”
Janey also met with Caroline and told her that Roger had expressed interest in her in a friendly exchange.
Caroline gently reassured Janey as the pair cemented their friendship and Caroline expressed her support for the couple despite having developed a connection with Roger.
Opening: Later, Roger followed Jess’ advice when he told Janey that he was interested in her and confessed that he was more interested in her than Caroline
Friendship: Janey also met with Caroline and told her that Roger had expressed interest in her in a friendly exchange that cemented their friendship
Dating: Elsewhere, Tia also had the opportunity to give advice to her mother Sharon, who met Elliott
Elsewhere, Tia also had the opportunity to give advice to her mother Sharon, who met Elliott.
Speaking in person, Tia told her mother to go “all in” with Elliott as she remained reticent to fully open up to him.
Sharon said: “He’s very attentive, very calming.” “I like Elliott, but I don’t want to close myself off straight away, I don’t trust my own judgment.”
But Tia told her, “From the sounds of it, if he’s being thoughtful and kind, if the time to just jump in is now.”
Later, Elliott gently told Sharon that he wasn’t interested in anyone else and would focus entirely on her as they sat holding hands.
However, Clayton also threw a spanner in the works when he expressed interest in Sharon and stunned her when he told him that she had developed a connection with Elliott.
The episode also had a sweet ending with Paul and Natalie kissing for the first time and the children covering their faces with pillows as they watched, wincing.
In a precious moment, Natalie said to him, “Everyone says you’re great, and that speaks volumes. The word that comes to mind is kind.”
To which Paul replied: “I just feel very comfortable around you, I think it’s perfect.”
He then leaned in and the couple shared their first kiss – and the first kiss of the series – as they cemented their affection for one another.
My Mother Your Father will return to screens on Monday with its final five episodes and a teaser revealed some of the twists to expect.
Words of wisdom: In person, Tia told her mother to go “all in” with Elliott as she remained reticent to fully open up to him
Connecting: Later, Elliott gently told Sharon that he wasn’t interested in anyone else and would focus entirely on her as they sat holding hands
Kissing: The episode also had a sweet ending, with Paul and Natalie kissing for the first time and the kids covering their faces with pillows as they watched, wincing
The couples were all seen going on dates together and tears were shed over the mysterious developments as there is more drama to come.
Davina also dropped the bombshell that at the final challenge her children would tell their parents if they approved of the romances that emerged.
After the parents find out about the twist that their children have been watching all along, the adult children are given the opportunity to give their parents their blessing – or not.
My Mum, Your Dad continues on Monday at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
My Mom, Your Dad: Meet the Single Parents and Their Matchmaker Kids!
Meet the parents…and their matchmaker children!
Name: Monique
Age: 50
Location: Winchmore Hill
Occupation: Therapist/Student
How would you describe yourself in a few words? Kind-hearted, God-believing and positive. I radiate love!
Why did your daughter nominate you for the MMYD? Dipping my toes back into the dating pool and trying to build a connection with someone, find love and experience living with other people again.
Name: Sharon
Age: 53
Location: Sunderland
Occupation: Protection and welfare officer in the education sector
How would you describe yourself in a few words? Funny, authentic, likeable.
Why did your daughter nominate you for the MMYD? She became desperate! I had lost all confidence in myself. I think for Tia’s sake she wanted to help me a little.
Name: Caroline
Age: 51
Location: South Lanarkshire
Occupation: Technical Advisor/Scan Assistant in a private baby clinic
How would you describe yourself in a few words? Charismatic, outgoing and funny. I can be a bit fiery sometimes!
Why did your daughter nominate you for the MMYD? I’ve been single for so long, it’s probably the longest I’ve ever been single! I was always very happy being single, but I think she thought, “Mom, you have to get out of there!”
Name: Natalie
Age: 44
Location: Bournemouth
Occupation: Self-esteem and relationship recovery coach
How would you describe yourself in a few words? Adventurous, profound and outgoing.
Why did your son nominate you for the MMYD? I’ve been alone for a long time. I think he thinks it’s my time to be alone.
Name: Paul
Age: 51
Residence: London, lives in Bath
Occupation: Owner of a decoration company
How would you describe yourself in a few words? Very relaxed, relaxed and loyal.
Why did your daughter nominate you for the MMYD? She says I need to figure out dating!
Name: Clayton
Age: 57
Location: Nottingham
Occupation: Pastor
How would you describe yourself in a few words? I’m pretty exuberant. When it comes to fun, I value balance – I would say I also have a cheeky side.
Why did your son Christian nominate you for the MMYD? He wants me to date someone I could have a future with.
Name: Roger
Age: 58
Location: Derbyshire
Occupation: postman
How would you describe yourself in a few words? Fun, loving, conscientious, struggling to grow old – I don’t want to grow old. I lost my wife, I know that life can be over in a split second when you get up.
Why did your daughter Jess nominate you for the MMYD? She’s a pretty girl. Her mother was very attentive to everything – she could plan things down to the last detail – and Jess has that. She’s so thoughtful and it was just nice for her to say, “Dad, look, we understand that you’re struggling and it’s been hard, and we know that you have a lot of love to give, and we do too.” “Okay, if you were to see someone else.
After my wife passed away 18 months ago, I didn’t really want to meet anyone. You don’t expect it to be you and you don’t expect it to be your wife. But I go on the show to get some confidence. I must have subconsciously met someone by saying yes to the show.
Name: Elliott
Age: 53
Location: Essex
Occupation: Sports teacher/football coach
How would your son describe you? He would say that I’m very funny and easygoing (I’m not easygoing).
Why did your son nominate you for the MMYD? He wants to get rid of me! I think the prospect of me staying in his life for too long was a burden. No, he just wants me to be happy.
Name: Janey
Age: 47
Location: West Sussex
Occupation: Singer/Recruitment Manager
How would you describe yourself in a few words? Funny, friendly, outgoing and creative.
Why did your son nominate you for the MMYD? Because he has lost all hope for me, he thinks I am invincible! He wants me to meet someone.
Name: Martin H
Age: 56
Location: Birmingham/lives in Epsom
Occupation: Retired basketball player, sports broadcaster and business executive
How would you describe yourself in a few words? I’m tall, I’m funny, I’m outgoing and I consider myself a nice guy. I’ve spent 90% of my life in the friend zone… I’m everyone’s best friend.
Why did your daughter nominate you for the MMYD? To try and get me out of the friend zone! I lack self-esteem and she thinks I’m worth it, I do a lot for my family and I should have a chance to find emotional fulfillment.
Name: Tolullah
Age: 50
Location: London
Occupation: Design consultant/journalist
How would you describe yourself in a few words? I am a lively and warm person. I am also extremely loyal and passionate about the people I love.
Why did your daughter nominate you for the MMYD? She felt that it would be really good for me to date someone someone else chose and not my own choices.
Name: Martin M
Age: 53
Place of residence: Derby/lives in Ibiza
Occupation: Real estate developer
How would you describe yourself in a few words? Tall – I’m 1.80 meters tall – good looking, intelligent, single. I am business minded and try to live a good life but also with responsibility. I take my fatherly duties very seriously.
What attracts you to participating in the MMYD? I’ve always found it difficult to meet people who are on my wavelength. So I thought, if they bring several single ladies together, I’m in. What’s not to like about it?
Name: Taiya
Age: 21
Location: North London
Occupation: Student
Why did you nominate your mother for the show? I nominated my mother because I think she deserves love! She put everything aside for so many years to raise me and my sister, so I thought now was the time for my mother.
Name: Tia
Age: 24
Location: Sunderland
Occupation: Social media influencer
Why did you nominate your mother for the show? I feel like it’s finally time to be happy. I think she took a backseat to raise me and my sister. In recent years I feel like she gave up on love and didn’t want to try anymore. I hope it will be the impetus to move them forward, the impetus they need to put themselves first.
Name: Karli
Age: 20
Location: South Lanarkshire
Occupation: Flight attendant
Why did you nominate your mother for the show? She was single for a while and doesn’t seem to have any luck with men. So I thought, why not?
Name: Kaliel
Age: 20
Location: Bournemouth
Occupation: Gas and plumbing apprentice
Why did you nominate your mother for the show? Because I wanted her to find someone and be happy. I saw it advertised and thought it would be perfect for her.
Name: Mazey
Age: 21
Location: bathroom
Occupation: University student
Why did you nominate your father for the show? I want him to feel comfortable. The way he was dating before wasn’t working. I wanted him to go outside the box.
Name: Christian
Age: 35
Location: Nottingham
Occupation: Graphic designer/warehouse employee
Why did you nominate your father for the show? I just want him to calm down, find the right person – he’s moving forward now! I want him to live with someone. I want him to travel with someone and get out.
Name: Jess
Age: 28
Location: Derbyshire
Profession: Network railway planner
Why did you nominate your father for the show? It was a mutual thing with my brother and sister and it was our way of basically telling him that we’d be happy for him to start dating if that’s what he wanted to do.
It was really a joke on our part because it meant we didn’t have to sit down and actually say it. It was a sneaky way of saying, ‘Oh, look at this, do you want to watch this?’ I never actually expected anything to come of it.
It was about putting Dad first. We had never really thought about ourselves or ourselves in this situation. I didn’t think about how I would react, I thought about him.
The reason is because he does the same for us and always puts family first. So it was just a way of telling him: Stop worrying about us. If he wasn’t ready, that was perfectly fine too. It wasn’t an ultimatum. It just said: If you want, you can, don’t worry about us.
Name: Zachary
Age: 21
Location: Essex
Occupation: University student
Why did you nominate your father for the show? He deserves a chance to be happy and he didn’t have it. I want him to have what many of his friends have done. get married and settle down. He deserves the opportunity to find the “final stages” of love.
Name: Will
Age: 19
Location: West Sussex
Occupation: Student
Why did you nominate your mother for the show? Now things are getting a little desperate! We need a good chance of her finding someone.
If it requires me to get involved, then that’s apparently so bad!
Name: Jessica
Age: 23
From: Epsom
Occupation: Model/Sales & Marketing/Mental Health Coaching
Why did you nominate your father for the show? I want him to come out a little bit. He focused on us kids and his work and didn’t even really think about the possibility of meeting someone he could date or be in a relationship with.
He deserves this and to have someone outside of his children to do nice things with and have an emotional bond with.
Name: Georgia Blu
Age: 28
Location: London
Profession: auditor
Why did you nominate your mother for the show? I think my mother is such a good catch. Growing up, I never saw her in a truly committed relationship, and that’s what I’ve always wanted for her.
I nominated her so she could have the chance to meet someone she could settle down with. She really deserves it.
Name: Luke
Age: 18
Location: Ibiza
Occupation: Bartender
If you were writing your father’s dating biography and had to summarize him in a few sentences, how would you describe him? Loving, caring, busy, loves attention, loves going out and doing things. He loves Ibiza! He loves meeting new people.
He is always interested in you and, when there is a connection, always has a lot of questions. He loves exploring the area and going on vacation. He becomes very emotionally attached.