British content creator Amelia Dimoldenberg announced on Instagram that she will conclude her long-running YouTube interview series 'Chicken Shop Date' after 12 years, marking the end of an era for the platform’s celebrity interview format. The final episodes are scheduled to release in the coming weeks, with Dimoldenberg citing a desire to pursue new creative projects as the reason for the series’ conclusion.
In her announcement, Dimoldenberg reflected on the show’s impact, stating, 'I never thought I’d stop Chicken Shop Date... but I feel like it’s now time to move on from this adventure and onto a new one.' She began the series as a teenager, initially as a column in a youth publication before transitioning to YouTube in 2014, where it evolved into a viral sensation with over 3.4 million YouTube subscribers and millions more across other social platforms.
The series featured interviews with A-list celebrities, including Cher, Jennifer Lawrence, Andrew Garfield, Keke Palmer, and Charli XCX, often conducted in casual settings with chicken as a central theme. Dimoldenberg’s deadpan delivery and unscripted approach became a hallmark of the show, which also expanded to include Oscars red carpet coverage earlier this year. Her interview with rapper Jack Harlow in 2021 is noted as a pivotal moment that amplified the series’ reach.
Dimoldenberg, who turns 32 this year, described the show as her 'very own romcom' and expressed gratitude to her audience for accompanying her through the journey. She also hinted at future projects, including a romcom film for Amazon MGM’s Orion Pictures and a Skins-style drama in development with the BBC.
The announcement has drawn significant attention from fans and industry observers, with many expressing nostalgia for the series’ unique format. Dimoldenberg’s decision reflects broader trends in the creator economy, where long-running digital series are evolving or concluding as creators transition to new ventures or platforms.
The final episodes of 'Chicken Shop Date' are expected to air in the coming months, with Dimoldenberg emphasizing that while the series will end, its legacy will endure as part of her personal and professional journey.