Love Is Blind season 8 premiered on Valentine’s Day 2025, featuring 32 singles entering the pods in search of love without the influence of physical attraction. This season, only five couples left the pods engaged, including David “Dave” Bettenburg and Lauren O’Brien. Fans are now eager to know if Dave and Lauren are still together.
Warning: Spoilers for Love Is Blind season 8, episodes 1 through 9 ahead!
Are Dave and Lauren Still Together?
Dave faced a tough decision in the pods, torn between Lauren and fellow contestant Molly Mullaney. Ultimately, he proposed to Lauren, who accepted. The two still follow each other on Instagram, suggesting they may still be together or at least remain on good terms. Filmed in March 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, this season has kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Dave and Lauren’s Journey in the Pods
Lauren faced challenges during her time in the pods, particularly when she learned about Dave’s connection with Molly. Molly, unaware of Lauren’s involvement, was confident about her future with Dave, leaving Lauren feeling uncertain. However, Lauren confronted Dave about his relationship with Molly, leading to a pivotal moment.
“I feel so confident about you and this connection, but I spent the last day wondering if you’re just really good at talking to two people at once, or if she’s interpreting things differently,” Lauren shared during episode 5.
Dave admitted that his feelings for Molly were confusing due to their similarities but clarified that their conversations lacked depth. He also revealed that uncertainty about Lauren’s connections with others had initially held him back.
During a later date with Molly, Dave confessed that he felt a stronger emotional connection with Lauren, solidifying his decision to end things with Molly and pursue a relationship with Lauren.
Challenges Ahead for Dave and Lauren
While the midseason trailer showed Dave and Lauren enjoying a romantic getaway after the pods, their return to the real world appears rocky. One major concern for Dave was his sister’s disapproval of his engagement. Lauren, eager to meet her, was visibly distressed about the situation.
“Where are you at with your sister? I feel so helpless in this,” Lauren tearfully asked Dave in one scene.
In episode 7, Dave discovered that he shared mutual friends with someone Lauren had casually dated before joining the show. This revelation unsettled him, leading to doubts about her readiness for marriage. Dave’s friends claimed Lauren was involved with the man just before filming, which she denied. Despite her honesty, Dave remained unconvinced, and tensions rose as he began sleeping elsewhere instead of their shared apartment.
In another clip, Dave accused Lauren of hiding details about her past relationship, to which she responded, “I’m not trying to hide anything. I’ve been completely honest with you.”
The drama escalated during a cast reunion when Dave had a conversation with Molly, who told him, “We are each other’s person. You’re allowed to change your mind.” Dave’s response, “I f–ked up,” left fans concerned for his relationship with Lauren.
Viewers can catch the next episodes of Love Is Blind season 8 when they release on Netflix on February 28, 2025.