Meet the cast of Taking New York

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…