The Only Way Is Essex (series 6)
| The Only Way Is Essex Series 6 | |
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| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| No. of episodes | 10 |
| Broadcast | |
| Original channel | ITV2 |
| Original run | 22 July 2012 – 22 August 2012 |
| Home video release | |
| DVD release date | 8 October 2012 |
The sixth series of The Only Way Is Essex, a British semi-reality television programme, began airing on 22 July 2012 on ITV2. The series concluded on 22 August 2012 after 10 episodes.
This series marks the departure of original cast member Lauren Goodger, making her final appearance in the series finale.[1][2] Former cast member Mark Wright, who last appeared in Series 3, made a cameo in this series eighth episode, but did not have a speaking part in the episode.[3]
Cast
Starring
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Supporting
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Cast Departures
Lauren Goodger
Lauren Goodger, who had been with the series since the first series, made her final appearance in the sixth series finale. It was reported that Goodger "mutually agreed" a deal to leave the show.[1] In the episode, Lauren left on good terms with cast members Lucy Mecklenburgh and made-up with Jessica and Carol Wright after a long standing feud throughout the shows last few series. Goodger also revealed to Arg that she was still in love with former cast member and ex-fiance, Mark Wright and that she needed to get away for a while.[2]
Episodes
| Series No. |
Episode No. |
Title | Original airdate | Duration | UK viewers |
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| 62 | 1 | "Episode 1" | 22 July 2012 | 45 minutes | 1.23 |
| Arg and Gemma have a double date with Sam and Joey although things don't run smoothly with Arg insulting Gemma throughout the meal and Sam bumping into Lucy. | |||||
| 63 | 2 | "Episode 2" | 25 July 2012 | 45 minutes | 0.849 |
| Lauren G agrees to go on a date with Tom P, whilst Mick holds an Essex-style sports day. | |||||
| 64 | 3 | "Episode 3" | 29 July 2012 | 45 minutes | 0.933 |
| Joey holds an 80s themed party for his 22nd birthday. Lydia has a chat with Gemma about Arg's controlling ways which doesn't go down to well when Arg walks in on the conversation. | |||||
| 65 | 4 | "Episode 4" | 1 August 2012 | 45 minutes | 1.08 |
| Sam and Joey go house hunting to find the perfect first home together and Arg tries to impress Gemma. | |||||
| 66 | 5 | "Episode 5" | 5 August 2012 | 45 minutes | 1.25 |
| Bobby confides in best friend Lydia that he thinks he's fallen in love with Charlie; Sam and Lucy agree to meet and make up over the cheating accusations against Mario. | |||||
| 67 | 6 | "Episode 6" | 8 August 2012 | 45 minutes | 1.15 |
| Everyone heads out to celebrate Charlie's birthday; sensing something is wrong with Bobby, Charlie tries to comfort his best friend although Bobby drops a bombshell. Jamie Reed makes quite an impression on a few of the ladies. | |||||
| 68 | 7 | "Episode 7" | 12 August 2012 | 45 minutes | 0.793 |
| Sam hosts a garden party; Bobby confides in Gemma about his current situation with Charlie. | |||||
| 69 | 8 | "Episode 8" | 15 August 2012 | 45 minutes | 1.03 |
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Gemma and Charlie come to blows once again over Gemma questioning his sexuality, which also causes Gemma and Bobby to fall out. Note: Former cast member Mark Wright made a cameo in this episode, but did not have a speaking part in the episode. | |||||
| 70 | 9 | "Episode 9" | 19 August 2012 | 45 minutes | 1.34 |
| 71 | 10 | "Episode 10" | 22 August 2012 | 45 minutes | 0.878 |
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This was the last episode to feature Lauren Goodger. | |||||
Reception
Ratings
| Episode | Date | ITV2 Viewers | ITV2+1 Viewers | Total Viewers (Millions) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 July | 1.236[4] | 0.248 | 1.484 |
| 2 | 25 July | 0.849[4] | 0.229 | 1.078 |
| 3 | 29 July | 0.933[4] | 0.182 | 1.115 |
| 4 | 1 August | 1.080[4] | 0.178 | 1.258 |
| 5 | 5 August | 1.257[4] | 0.258 | 1.515 |
| 6 | 8 August | 1.159[4] | 0.145 | 1.304 |
| 7 | 12 August | 0.793[4] | 0.165 | 0.958 |
| 8 | 15 August | 1.038[4] | 0.260 | 1.298 |
| 9 | 19 August | 1.342[4] | 0.222 | 1.564 |
| 10 | 22 August | 0.878[4] | 0.214 | 1.092 |
| Average Viewers | 1.270 |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Eames, Tom (22 August 2012). "'TOWIE' Lauren Goodger to leave for 'Dancing on Ice'?". Digital Spy. Retrieved 23 August 2012.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 McCormack, Kirsty (22 August 2012). "The Only Way Is Essex: Lydia Bright and Tom Kilbey are awarded their Prom King and Queen crowns by Arg at Lucy's 21st party". Daily Mail. Retrieved 23 August 2012.
- ↑ Llewellyn, Angharad (13 August 2012). "Mark is Wright at home on set of The Only Way Is Essex". The Sun. Retrieved 23 August 2012.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 "Barb Broadcasters Audience Research Board". BARB. 1 Feb 2012. Retrieved 1 Feb 2012.
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