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Michael Reed
Age: 31
Occupation: Professional Soccer Player
Hometown: Albuquerque, NM
Neighborhood: Bellevue
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Passionate, giving, goofy
Hobbies: Backpacking, cooking, playing with my dog
Guilty pleasures: Game of Thrones
Celebrity crush: Mila Kunis
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: Move across the country
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: Appalachian Mountains
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: I went to Thai restaurant and ordered what I thought was a medium spice dish. However, after the first couple of bites, I was sweating through my shirt it was so spicy. The waitress asked multiple times if I was okay. Ghost peppers are no joke, people!
You know you’re in love when: I can see that person in my future.
People compliment you most often for: My optimism
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: Sinatra, Ben Harper, Ben Howard
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Confident, strong willed, sarcastic, enjoys being active
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Pessimism, lack of a motivation, smoking
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Trying a new activity for the both of us (axe throwing, wine and painting, zip lining, throwing pottery, bungee jumping, etc.)
Best place to go on a first date: Coffee and the dog park
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: Brazilian steakhouse
Favorite place to go for cocktails: The Patterson House or Bastion
Favorite dinner date spot: My place—I love cooking. If not my place, then either pho or gyro.
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Robert Higgins
Age: 32
Occupation: Entrepreneur | Owner, Minerva Avenue | Co-Owner, THE WKND
Hometown: St. Louis, MO
Neighborhood: Downtown
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Innovative, persistent, and genuine
Hobbies: Watching action and drama movies, reading, and playing basketball
Guilty pleasures: Cheese and more cheese
Celebrity crush: LisaRaye growing up; Ella Mai now
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: I had my friend to drive an hour to pick up and drop off flowers to young lady that I really liked—I mean really liked!
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: Yoga
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: I was on date once and I rubbed my eye so hard that my contacts fell out. I cannot see a thing without my contacts. So, to be very honest, I have no idea how my date looked that evening.
You know you’re in love when: No one else matters!
People compliment you most often for: Smile
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: Whitney Houston, I Will Always Love You; Jay-Z and Beyoncé, Bonnie and Clyde; Maxwell, Pretty Wings
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Honesty, intelligence, and affection
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Lack of ambition, dishonesty, and an unpleasant attitude
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): I believing in creating a first date experience that fosters comfortability, authenticity and meaningful dialogue. I would start by taking her to lunch at Bartaco in 12 South. I mean, what better way to find out about a person than a lunch over tacos and margaritas? We would leave there and head to Firepot Chai – you can learn a lot about a person by their selection of tea. And for our final stop, we will end the date by stopping at Las Paletas and head over to Sevier Park for more conversation so that I can learn more about her dreams, aspirations, likes/dislikes and... Maybe set our next date?!?
Best place to go on a first date: The Green Peasant
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: No question, THE WKND. (If she’s down for a road trip, we can go to THE WKND Memphis.)
Favorite place to go for cocktails: The one and only Minerva Avenue
Favorite dinner date spot: The Southern Steak & Oyster
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Matthew Simmons
Chad Wohlers
Age: 38
Occupation: Real Estate Agent | Entrepreneur
Hometown: Omaha, NE
Neighborhood: The Gulch
About you...
Describe yourself in three words: Ambitious, passionate, optimistic
Hobbies: Traveling, coffee, museums, psychology, concerts, craft cocktails
Guilty pleasures: Pasta, Taylor Swift, Malbec
Celebrity crush: Emily Ratajkowski
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: Admitting it
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: Instagram
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: I don’t get embarrassed, it’s all part of the plan—haha!
You know you’re in love when: You wake up with purpose and fall asleep with peace
People compliment you most often for: My smile, energy, and being a conversationalist
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: Miguel, Lana Del Rey, Drake
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Purpose, passion, femininity, creative, intellectual
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Shallowness, negativity, insensitive
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Romantic dinner followed by a quiet speakeasy
Best place to go on a first date: Straight to the truth about who you are, what you love about life and what you’re becoming
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: New York
Favorite place to go for cocktails: The Patterson House
Favorite dinner date spot: Geist
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Jen Saviano
Age: 29
Occupation: Entrepreneur
Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Neighborhood: The Gulch
About you...
Describe yourself in three words: Positive, adventurous, old-soul
Hobbies: Travel, cooking, tennis, spin!
Guilty pleasures: Weekend cocktails with my friends. (Actually, I don't feel guilty about it!)
Celebrity crush: Eric Decker… I’ve never answered a question so quickly.
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: Went on the reality show ‘The Bachelor’
You know you’re in love when: I tell my family about them!
People compliment you most often for: My smile
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: LANY, so much LANY… Okay, and maybe I’ll transition to The Weeknd if it’s going well.
About your dating habits...
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Too many, that’s probably why I’m single. ;) Someone driven in life who values family, honesty, and loyalty. They've also got to be funny, adventurous, and kind!
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Dishonesty, selfishness, and smokers
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Just give me really good food and conversation!
Best place to go on a first date: A fun event around town. Somewhere we can obviously talk and interact but also enjoy a cool experience together. I love when the guy does his research and gets creative.
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: A rooftop lounge like L27 or L.A. Jackson, then take that party down to Broadway, of course!
Favorite place to go for cocktails: Any speakeasy-type cocktail lounge—I love The Patterson House.
Favorite dinner date spot: Barcelona, hands down!
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Kristin Cantrell
Age: 35
Occupation: PR | Events, WME
Hometown: Gurley, AL
Neighborhood: Midtown
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Charismatic, resourceful, genuine
Hobbies: Hot yoga, red wine, live music, and college football
Guilty pleasures: Blackjack and bushwhackers
Celebrity crush: Nick Saban
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: I once wore orange and cheered for Tennessee... (I’m so ashamed.)
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: Turnip Truck
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: I don’t even know where to start with this one. Luckily I like to laugh, even when that means I’m laughing at myself.
You know you’re in love when: Good or bad, he’s the first person that I want to call when something happens.
People compliment you most often for: My witty comebacks, my calligraphy skills, and my dog, Tallulah—she’s pretty cute.
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: Honestly, it would have to be some sort of step-by-step tutorial and/or instructional podcast on how to cook. I’m good at a lot of things, but cooking is not one of them.
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Confidence, ambition and a sense of humor
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Arrogance and Intolerance are probably my two biggest turnoffs. And we probably will not get along if you don’t like dogs and/or use the thumbs up emoji regularly.
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Something outside of the box. Maybe it’s an activity, maybe it’s trying a new place. Surprise me!
Best place to go on a first date: Somewhere nice, but also a little casual where we could have a great conversation over a cocktail or two.
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: A big part of my job is planning events, and there are so many amazing restaurants and venues in Nashville that it is impossible to narrow it down. That said, you can’t beat rooftop bars, and L.A. Jackson and the Rooftop Lounge at The Bobby are two of my all-time favorites.
Favorite place to go for cocktails: It depends on what kind of mood I’m in. If it’s warm outside and I’m looking for a laid back vibe, there’s nothing better than hanging out with a group of friends on one of the decks at either Losers or Winners. If I’m looking for a more secluded place where I can go for a glass of wine and conversation, I love Bar Sovereign, Attaboy, or Urban Cowboy Public House.
Favorite dinner date spot: Barcelona, Bastion, or any of Maneet Chauhan’s restaurants
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James Mai
Age: 28
Occupation: Trainer
Hometown: Houston, TX
Neighborhood: 12 South
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Loving, loyal, and unique
Hobbies: Eating, dancing, working out, shopping, volunteering
Guilty pleasures: Cinnamon rolls, Netflix baking shows, folding laundry
Celebrity crush: Matt Bomer, Zac Efron, Hugh Jackman, Andy Cohen…(so many)
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: Barry’s Bootcamp
You know you’re in love when: I’ve never been in love, but I would imagine it would be when I get butterflies whenever they are around, missing them when they aren’t around, and being comfortable to tell them deeper things about me.
People compliment you most often for: My smile and smooth skin
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: Ariana Grande, Michael Buble, Jon McLaughlin, The Greatest Showman soundtrack, Sara Bareilles, Betty Who, Imogen Heap
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Trust, ambition, hard-working, drive, motivation, fitness-oriented, love, compassion, spontaneity, humor
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Flakes, liars, rudeness, bad hygiene, self-centeredness... (There’s also a problem if you hate Ariana Grande.)
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Something unexpected, fun, and interactive. I like being surprised!
Best place to go on a first date: Dave and Busters—childish and cheesy, but playing games and bonding in a true authentic manner
Favorite place to go for cocktails: Not a drinker, so take me out for dessert! ;)
Favorite dinner date spot: Burger Up and Jeni’s; Virago
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Joy Denver Spears
Age: 31
Occupation: Professional Dancer | Choreographer
Hometown: Killen, AL
Neighborhood: Tollgate Village
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Charismatic, driven, and JOYful (I had to...)
Hobbies: Live music, Spotify's New Music Friday playlist (I look forward to it every week), traveling (even when it’s for work, I love it), spending time with friends, family, and my cats, Alabama football (Roll Tide!), taking friends' dance classes when I’m not teaching or choreographing, and I recently went paddle boarding for the first time... I’m a fan!
Guilty pleasures: Shopping
Celebrity crush: Jude Law—give me an accent any day!
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: ...TBD
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: Hotel lobby when checking in to teach for a national dance festival
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: I really don’t get embarrassed, I make fun of myself all the time.
You know you’re in love when: The person understands and appreciates my career, and when it’s someone I want to introduce to my mom.
People compliment you most often for: My drive and work ethic
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: I’m no Gordon Ramsey, however my playlist will always be on point! :)
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Someone who shares my same beliefs, understands my career and is as driven as I am, loyal, and overall someone who is fun, loving, and can have a good time with me and all of my loved ones.
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Lack of communication and and being dishonest
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): I feel like the typical answer to this question would be, “a nice stroll on the beach with a beautiful sunset.” But, to be honest, good company, good conversation, and a good time sounds ideal to me.
Best place to go on a first date: Live show
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: Well... When I'm celebrating, I think of celebrating with my favorite humans, and that involves Tin Roof on Demonbreun.
Favorite place to go for cocktails: Bar Sovereign, The Crying Wolf, or Nashville Urban Winery
Favorite dinner date spot: Anywhere with someone I want spend time with; it depends on the person.
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Kelly Connolly
Age: 32
Occupation: Entrepreneur | Business Owner
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Neighborhood: Wedgewood-Houston
@shopnativeandnomad | @kells_yea
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Observant, sincere, motivated
Hobbies: Yoga, boxing, traveling, home renovation / restoration, anything outdoors, active, and / or on the water!
Guilty pleasures: My love of gambling in Vegas and anything sci-fi movies / books / series
Celebrity crush: Jason Bateman
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: TBA—guess this is why I'm still single! :)
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: St. Thomas hospital, both waiting for the same baby to be born.
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: The first and only blind date I went on, we went to the movies. Midway through I got up to go to the restroom, and when I came back in, I sat next to different guy on accident and had no idea!
You know you’re in love when: You can wake up with someone and spend all day together and there never be a dull moment. Another big indicator, If I step in when my dad starts grilling him, then you know I am serious about the person.
People compliment you most often for: My sense of humor and ability shake off the seriousness of life. I love to laugh and remind other people how funny / silly they can be, too.
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: Frank Sinatra to Frank Ocean
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Ambition and purpose; humor and style; humility and depth
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Complacency and laziness. Also, bad a haircut and / or lack of overall grooming.
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Anything on the lake. Even if it’s not a match, a day spent out on the water is a good one!
Best place to go on a first date: Skulls Rainbow Room
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: The Catbird Seat and Café Intermezzo, my all-time favorite Atlanta spot that just opened here—best cheesecake!
Favorite place to go for cocktails: Rosemary & Beauty Queen
Favorite dinner date spot: Henrietta Red
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Ryan McCorduck
Age: 33
Occupation: Realtor
Hometown: Rome, NY
Neighborhood: Nippers Corner
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Social, entertaining, loyal
Hobbies: HotMess Sports, traveling, hanging out with my friends, Orange Theory, yoga, and quality time with my dog, Pepper
Guilty pleasures: Chicken fingers, cold pizza, pickles, vodka sodas
Celebrity crush: Adam Rippon
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: Dated triplets in kindergarten… at the same time..
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: While all sweaty and gross at Bonnaroo
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: I split my pants—front to back—at a Lady Gaga concert in Atlanta and had to buy two t-shirts to tie around my waist for the night out after the show.
You know you’re in love when: I want them to meet my Mom
People compliment you most often for: My sense of humor and my legs
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: '90s and early '00s
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Sense of humor, must love dogs, outgoing, ambitious, loves their mom
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Bad attitude, high maintenance, untrustworthy
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Something new and exciting, or a last minute weekend getaway
Best place to go on a first date: Dog park—if my dog doesn’t like someone, I probably won’t, either.
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: Rooftop bars or roller skating
Favorite place to go for cocktails: Rosemary & Beauty Queen or Old Glory
Favorite dinner date spot: Barcelona for the tapas and wine flights
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Meredith Malinofsky
Age: 23
Occupation: Patient Relations Coordinator, REN Dermatology
Neighborhood: West End
About you...
Describe yourself in three words: Spontaneous, outgoing, motivated
Hobbies: ballet, traveling, going to concerts, watching documentaries, going to the dog park
Guilty pleasures: Sweets! I have such a sweet tooth. When I was in Europe, I’m pretty sure I had gelato once a day.
Celebrity crush: Hayden Christensen circa the Star Wars era. (I’d probably go to the dark side for him.)
The gutsiest thing you've ever done for love: I went skiing with a boyfriend even though I’m terrified of heights. We were up on the ski lift and when it was our turn to get off I couldn’t do it and had to ride it back around. He and his friends were not impressed
The most surprising place you've ever met another single: when I worked at a Nordstrom in college, I met a guy who was shopping for his sister. What’s even more surprising was it was in the women’s handbag department—truthfully the last place I thought I’d ever meet someone.
The most embarrassing thing you've ever done on a date: I told a guy my bathroom was broken in college because I didn’t want him to see how messy it was. I legitimately made him go across the street.
You know you’re in love when: For me, I know when all I want to do is make another person happy. I would never forget about the importance of being independent, but it’s pretty special when you want to do your most for another individual.
People compliment you most often for: My resourcefulness. If I have a goal, I will absolutely achieve it.
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: Something to celebrate their life, because if they’re eating my cooking, we’re most likely going to have to attend their funeral afterwards.
About your dating habits...
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Someone who is driven, family oriented, has good morals, and is outgoing
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Lack of empathy, disloyal, doesn’t like dogs
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Anywhere with good food or live music.
Best place to go on a first date: For me, personally, I’m a little more shy when I’m getting to know someone. So, I prefer a place I can get a nice cocktail.
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: If you’re trying to *really* celebrate, I would most likely take someone to Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Bar on Broadway.
Favorite place to go for cocktails: L.A. Jackson
Favorite dinner date spot: Moto
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Rahaf Amer
Age: 29
Occupation: Chef
Hometown: Washington, D.C.
Neighborhood: Green Hills
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Energetic, loyal, outspoken
Hobbies: Playing with dogs, drinking whiskey, cooking for friends
Guilty pleasures: Slim Jims, Hugh-Baby’s BBQ & Burger Shop, root beer
Celebrity crush: Jamie Dornan or Adam Levine
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: Leaving D.C. to move to the South
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: While working at Great Wraps in college
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: I lost my top going down a slide at a water park
You know you’re in love when: I’ll let you know
People compliment you most often for: My eyes and my homemade ramen
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: '90s pop
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Loyal, spontaneous, confident, supportive, tall
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Being close-minded, pessimistic, long finger nails, materialistic
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Day together at the spa, followed by cooking dinner together on an open fire
Best place to go on a first date: Crumb de la Crumb, a small café in Bellevue
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: AJ's Good Time Bar for karaoke, duh
Favorite place to go for cocktails: The Patterson House
Favorite dinner date spot: City House or Folk
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Justin Slatton
Age: 36
Occupation: Airline Pilot
Hometown: Spencer, TN
Neighborhood: Germantown
About you...
Describe yourself in three words: Adventurous, calm, and independent. (But the best way to describe myself would be an adrenaline junkie.)
Hobbies: Traveling is by far my biggest hobby. I recently spent 3 weeks in South Africa. Scuba diving, sky diving, wine tastings, and doing a spin class at CycleBar are just a few other hobbies that I enjoy in my free time.
Guilty pleasures: That’s an easy answer—cheesecake! The way to my heart is through cheesecake.
Celebrity crush: Luckily, I have spent time with my celebrity crush, so I might need to keep that one a secret.
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: Gutsiest thing I have ever done for love is still to be done. One day...
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: On a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles. We drank champagne and talked the whole time.
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: I showed up at the wrong restaurant, in the wrong city. (Not one of my proudest moments.)
You know you’re in love when: I know I'm in love when I will cook them dinner. I’m more of a go out to eat or delivery type of person. I know they're in love if they eat my cooking and pretend it’s good.
People compliment you most often for: My smile and teeth
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: Elton John does a radio show called Rocket Hour on Apple Music. It’s the most random playlist and the best mix of music, from Paloma Faith to Eminem to Otis Redding.
About your dating habits...
What qualities do you look for in a partner? The qualities I look for in who I date are honesty, trust, and they must be spontaneous. I’m a, “Let's go to Paris tomorrow for the weekend,” kind of guy, and I want my partner to be the same.
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Deal breakers in dating are bad hygiene, commitment issues, and having a ridiculous number of pets.
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): My ideal date would be some type of adventure, like white water rafting, followed by some margaritas along with chips and salsa.
Best place to go on a first date: Rumors East. It's cozy, romantic, and has an excellent selection of wine to complement their tasty food.
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: Pinewood Social. The food and drinks are amazing and the bowling alley is always a great time.
Favorite place to go for cocktails: The 404 Kitchen, L.A. Jackson, and Tribe
Favorite dinner date spot: By far, Adele’s. The food is phenomenal, it's a romantic atmosphere, and the area's very walkable for a stroll after dinner.
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Matthew Simmons
Kenna Healy
Age: 35
Occupation: Emergency Medicine Physician
Hometown: Wilmington, DE
Neighborhood: West End
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Caring, loyal, spontaneous
Hobbies: Traveling, volunteering at YES Lindsley Center, outdoor adventures, interior design, golf, tennis
Guilty pleasures: Chocolate cake, chips and queso at Las Palmas, James Corden’s Carpool Karaoke
Celebrity crush: George Clooney or Bill Rancic
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: I worked a crazy amount of days in a row during residency to be able to fly to Norway for someone.
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: Puppy class
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: I showed up at the wrong time and the wrong restaurant!
You know you’re in love when: There’s no questioning or weighing required, just overwhelming happiness
People compliment you most often for: Being thoughtful
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: Adele, Motown, Country
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Kind, honest, supportive, family-oriented, funny
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Smoking, insecurity, arrogance, close-mindedness
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Dinner at one of my favorite hole-in-the-wall Italian restaurants in Boston’s North End after walking around the city.
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: Their favorite restaurant. I enjoy baking, so special occasions usually include homemade dessert, as well.
Favorite place to go for cocktails: 5th & Taylor patio
Favorite dinner date spot: Virago rooftop or Green Hills Grill
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Matthew Simmons
Julie McReynolds
Age: 39
Occupation: Marketing Consultant
Hometown: Nashville, TN (yep, I’m a native!)
Neighborhood: Inglewood
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Kind, authentic, fun-sized (standing tall at 4’8”)
Hobbies: Volunteering (I love giving back), Zumba, listening to music
Guilty pleasures: Hallmark channel movies
Celebrity crush: Channing Tatum
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: At a business conference that I wasn’t really keen on going to in the first place.
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: Tripped over my own feet and fell flat on my feet. I never said I was graceful, ha!
You know you’re in love when: I want to introduce him to my parents.
People compliment you most often for: My youthful look and clear skin
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: A mixture of Kelsea Ballerini, Jason Aldean, Eminem, and Breaking Benjamin. But, let’s face it—I’m the world’s worst cook and would not subject anyone to that. ;)
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? They must treat everyone with respect. Hands down. It doesn’t matter if it’s the hostess at a restaurant, a homeless person begging for money, or the cashier at the grocery store. Everyone deserves respect.
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Smoking, being rude to anyone, hunting
Favorite place to go for cocktails: Cocktails? I’m all about some awesome craft beer!
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Evan Daniels
Age: 33
Occupation: College Basketball and Recruiting Insider, 247Sports and Fox Sports
Hometown: Louisville, KY
Neighborhood: The Gulch
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Driven, active, and loyal
Hobbies: Traveling to find the best steakhouses and pizza in each city I visit, working out, and exploring Nashville
Guilty pleasures: Two Boots Pizza, chicken fingers, and "The Middle" by Zedd, Maren Morris, and Grey
Celebrity crush: Blake Lively and Lauren Conrad were under consideration, but Jessica Alba tops the list
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: There hasn’t been a love great enough to be that gutsy yet
You know you’re in love when: They are the first thing you think about when you wake up and the last thing you think about when you go to sleep.
People compliment you most often for: My taste in wine
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: John Mayer, LANY, or the Hot Country / R&B playlists on Spotify
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Fun personality, driven, humility, sense of humor, independence, and a relationship with God
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Smoking. There’s nothing more unattractive.
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): A quiet place with a cool ambiance where we can talk and get to know each other
Best place to go on a first date: I like Barcelona because it has a cool vibe, but Preds' games are fun, too. (I actually haven’t done this yet, but I would like to!)
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: I guess it depends what we’re celebrating. We could try out a new restaurant or have friends over. Or, if it’s a morning / day thing, I love brunch, so we’re going to Marsh House.
Favorite place to go for cocktails: The Patterson House
Favorite dinner date spot: Kayne Prime or Husk
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Matthew Simmons
Allison Jacob
Age: 35
Occupation: EVP, The Pink Bride | Owner, Tylt Cycle
Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Neighborhood: The Gulch
About you...
Describe yourself in three words: Dynamic, driven, compassionate
Hobbies: Good food, good wine, drinking good wine with good food...
Guilty pleasures: TicTacs (I crush the orange ones; it's disturbing)
Celebrity crush: Kevin Costner—damn, he ages well!
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: Offer to go to counseling
The most surprising place you've ever met another single: Harris Teeter (speaking of, I miss that grocery store!)
The most embarrassing thing you'e ever done on a date: Call him by the incorrect name. Twice.
You know you’re in love when: You're willing to get uncomfortable—super uncomfortable—to find your shared middle ground. Vulnerability is scary!
People compliment you most often for: My generosity
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: My guests can't hear my playlist—there's too much fantastic conversation taking place—led by me, of course! ;)
About your dating habits...
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Drive, fearlessness, humor, height
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Lack of humility, lack of kindness, lack of love for food
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Bartaco for watermelon margs and cauliflower tacos, then Bird to L.A. Jackson for the best frosé in all the land.
Best place to go on a first date: Barcelona!
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row!
Favorite place to go for cocktails: Again, Bartaco...
Favorite dinner date spot: Oak Steakhouse
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Matthew Simmons
Jamie Clayton
Age: 32
Occupation: Relationship Manager
Hometown: Spartanburg, SC
Neighborhood: East Nashville
About you…
Describe yourself in three words: Creative, witty, playful
Hobbies: Film photography, over-30 soccer league, Carolina Panthers
Guilty pleasures: HBOGO, Negronis, The 1975
Celebrity crush: Tom Hardy
The gutsiest thing you’ve ever done for love: I memorized every note, lyric, beat, melody, harmony, just all of it, on Beyonce’s “4” because a girl casually mentioned she liked the album.
The most surprising place you’ve ever met another single: I met Matilde at a coffee shop outside of La Spezia Centrale train station in Italy. She spoke zero English. I spoke zero Italian. Thank you, Google Translate.
The most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done on a date: I took a girl to an upscale sushi spot (again, because she casually mentioned she liked sushi), and the place was totally empty except for the lead singer of Smashmouth and his 20-year-old date. Turns out, I can’t stomach sushi.
You know you’re in love when: you’re buying a ring and about to get your knee dirty.
People compliment you most often for: My red hair. Grandmas love it.
If you’re cooking dinner for someone, your playlist includes: Gloria Estefan + Old El Paso beef tacos + small batch margaritas = just like mom used to make.
About your dating habits…
What qualities do you look for in a partner? Loves to dance, passionate, independent
On the flipside, what are your deal breakers? Juuls
Your ideal date would be (place, activity, etc.): Gettin’ that passport stamped
Best place to go on a first date: Folk to Wilburn Street Tavern
Favorite place to take someone to celebrate: My boys Bryce and Matty at Urban Cowboy Public House know how to make me feel special.
Favorite place to go for cocktails: My place
Favorite dinner date spot: City House Sunday Supper
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