The Only Way Is Essex - Season 18 May 2026

Following another split, Lydia firmly tells Arg they must become "strangers," leading to emotional confrontations with both Arg and her mother, Debbie.

Megan and Chloe M have a massive "bust-up"; Jess Wright returns briefly to cheer up Bobby. Secret Crushes & Sports Day The Only Way Is Essex - Season 18

Includes series veterans and then-newcomers like Megan McKenna , Pete Wicks , James "Arg" Argent , Lydia Bright , Chloe Sims , Bobby Norris , Dan Edgar , and Kate Wright . Key Storylines & Drama Following another split, Lydia firmly tells Arg they

Mike and Pete trade insults; Megan feels betrayed by Courtney and Chloe M's new friends. Friendship Fallout Key Storylines & Drama Mike and Pete trade

Gemma reveals a crush on Jon Clark; Jon clashes with Diags over his treatment of others. Season Finale

Season 18 of The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE) aired in and is defined by the high-drama trip to Mallorca and the intense personal rivalries back home. Season Overview Total Episodes: 10.