The Only Way Is Essex series 31

The thirty-first series of the British reality television programme The Only Way Is Essex began airing on 3 September 2023 on ITVBe.^[1][2]

Filming for the series began in August 2023. The series saw the introduction of Amy Childs' twins after she gave birth in April 2023.^[3][4] It was reported that Chloe Brockett had been suspended from the series after throwing numerous glasses at co-star Roman Hackett.^[5][6][7][8] It was also reported that Tommy Mallet would return to make an appearance in the series after he was spotted filming.^[9] Bianca Gascoigne also appeared in the series,^[10] as well as new cast members Joe Blackman and Jodie Wells making their respective debuts.^[11]