Niche dating websites increasingly help picky singles find love

Tired of sifting through hundreds of prospects in the Internet equivalent of a human supermarket, online daters are flocking to boutique-style sites that promise a choosier range of options.

The trend started by catering to specific religions and cultures (JDate for Jewish singles was an early example and is still one of the largest, with about 700,000 members), but there are now sites that revolve around occupations, hobbies, hair colours, diseases and disabilities.

"Online dating, back when it originally was taking off, was a large one-size-fits all mentality," says Michael Carter, president of Passions Network Inc., a New York-based company with 110 niche sites. "Every day there are new sites out there that are focused on specific niche markets - it seems to be all the buzz."

His company runs dating and social networking sites for Scientologists, atheists, gun lovers, horror fans, believers in the paranormal and redhead enthusiasts, along with more mainstream "solid demographic slices." The sites are interconnected, so mustachioed vegan baby boomers can jump between sites reflecting their various interests.

The entire network's membership is about 700,000 people - including tens of thousands of Canadians - and that's been doubling each year, Carter says.

"The underlying concept is that it should be easier to break the ice with people if you share something in common," he says.

But the appeal goes beyond icebreakers, says Gail Laguna, vice-president of corporate communications for Spark Networks, which runs JDate, Asian Singles Connection, Deaf Singles Connection and Military Singles Connection, along with nearly 30 others. Their network includes millions of members and tens of thousands of Canadians, she says, and they generally attract singles looking for serious long-term relationships.

"When it comes time to get married and raise a family, things like religion, ethnicity, traditions, religious practicing habits - they all come into play," she says. "If you're just casually dating, these things are less important to you."

For Burnaby, B.C. resident Linda Schmidt, her faith is so central to her life that it only made sense to look for love on Christian Mingle.

"I'm a Christian and I wanted to find someone who was a Christian, so I didn't really want to waste any time on other sites where I might meet people who weren't," the 35-year-old says.

Three years ago, she went on a first date to a baseball game with Greg. They got engaged five months later, married five months after that and are now parents to 10-month-old Chloe.

"I didn't want to waste a year and a half or two years dating someone if I knew I was going to marry them," says Greg, 33.

In the couple's social circle are three other married pairs who met on eHarmony, a site that uses a complex matching system to let singles specify exactly what they're seeking. Another couple met on the same site that brought the Schmidts together.
"We're two for two!" Linda says, laughing.

About 10,000 Canadians belong to Millionaire Cupid, 26,000 to JDate and 12,000 to Seek Wealthy, Laguna says.

For Nancy Fitch, joining Green Singles in her search for "someone fabulous" meant she was more likely to find a match who shared her Earth-friendly outlook and a strong set of personal values. The 39-year-old's job as a rural family doctor bonds her to a small Northern Ontario community with limited dating options, so she was open to the idea of establishing a long-distance connection with the right person.

The enviro-focused website produced a smaller pool of prospects than she found on the large general dating sites, she says, but the quality was much higher.

"The people were so appealing to me," she says.

Fitch is now "three dates down, really looking forward to the fourth date," with a man she met on Green Singles. Getting ready for the fourth date will take more preparation than for most, however: it's her turn to make the 1,000-kilometre trek to visit him in southern Ontario.

A site for every sweetheart:

The Internet is crowded with increasingly specific dating sites, some lighthearted and others earnest:

-- Millionaire Cupid (www.millionairecupid.com), for those millionaires and successful singles:

"Millionairecupid.com is the best, largest and most successful millionaire dating site in the world!"

-- Science Connection (www.sciconnect.com), for those interested in science and nature:

"The world is a crowded Petri dish, and yet for those of an intellectual bent who happen to be single, it's not easy, especially past university age, to find that certain microbe for a great symbiotic relationship."

-- Seek Wealthy (www.seekwealthy.com) For those ladies who wants to find wealthy men:

"the premier dating site catering to "wealth and beauty" - relationships between celebrities, wealthy men and beautiful women."

-- Act For Love (www.actforlove.org), for left-leaning activists:

"Activist? Leftist? Take action, get action!"

-- Lovebird (www.lovebyrd.com), for singles with a disability:

"Lovebryd's goal is to provide a first class dating service and social networking website to individuals living with a condition that makes it difficult to meet and connect with other people."

-- Single Parents Mingle (www.singleparentsmingle.com):

"Online personals site for parents without partners who know how tough single parenting can be. If you are a single mom or dad join today to find friendship, understanding, love, and romance."

-- Pets Passions (www.petspassions.com), for pet lovers, with separate groups for cat and dog people:

"Cat allergies? Dog allergies? Use the pet groups to know ahead of time just what you might be getting yourself into. Whether you are looking for romance or a breeding partner (for your pet)... Pets Passions is the site for you."

-- Pirate Passions (www.piratespassions.com), for "pirates and pirates at heart":

"Ahoy, me Hearrrties! If ye be seekin' booty, ye be havin' come t' th' right place... Come 'crrross buccaneers, salty dogs, saucy wenches, rum lovers an' treasure hunters."

 

Prince Harry's love life on rocks?

It seems all's not well between Prince Harry and his girlfriend Chelsy Davy.

 

Recently, the Royal's ladylove walked out following a humiliating public bust-up. The row blew up at a charity polo match just as the prince was about to take the field. "Chelsy sat there for about two minutes with a face like thunder and then she walked out," the Daily Star quoted a source, as saying.

 

Harry knew about it when he couldn't find Chelsy at the exclusive Beaufort Polo Club near Tetbury, Glos. "He grabbed his phone and started texting like mad but she didn't surface again and he left the club as soon as he could," the source added.

 

Earlier, there were rumours that the couple was arguing over his lifestyle as an Army officer. While Chelsy sticks to her studies at Leeds University, Harry can't resist going clubbing with his pals and posted his profile at a wealthy men dating club named SeekWealthy.com. His picture is firstly recongnised by Christina, a user of this dating club.

 

A friend of Chelsy's said, "Harry is incorrigible. He is at that age when he likes drinking with his mates and Chelsy will have to resign herself to that or it will be over."

 

 

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Has reality TV hit rock bottom?

(Millionaire Cupid News)Maybe you thought reality TV hit the lowest of the low when "Fear Factor" contestants devoured cockroaches, or when gold diggers paraded their wares in hopes of marrying a millionaire, or when Tila Tequila got a second shot at "love" with 10 guys and 10 girls.

Those shows look like "Masterpiece Theater" compared to what's coming.

Take, for instance, "Hurl," an eating-and-regurgitating competition in which contestants gorge themselves on everything from chicken pot pies to peanut butter sandwiches, then get strapped into spinning contraptions -- whoever vomits last wins.

Also in store for this summer: "Wipeout," in which contestants try to surmount obstacles that include giant, mud-covered "dirty balls" only to fall flat on their faces, and "Greatest American Dog," in which canines that could care less about TV are forced to compete with each other.

Then there's Nicole Richie. Famous solely for her friendship with Paris Hilton and their reality series "The Simple Life," Richie is reportedly shopping a show that would scour the nation for the next & Nicole Richie. According to EW.com, the show would take seven girls and test their ability to turn from small-town nobody into star, no talent required. The winner would be granted -- what else? -- her own reality show.

Sound like reality TV's running out of ideas? John de Mol seems to think so. De Mol, co-founder of the international media giant Endemol (responsible for hits such as "Deal or No Deal," "Big Brother" and "Fear Factor"), has started a Web site, TalpaCreative.com, to solicit show concepts from fans.

Is this it? Has the genre been tapped? Is the end to reality TV's reign of terror near?

No. If you think we've hit rock bottom, you ain't seen nothing yet.

"When Lindsay Lohan's mom gets a reality show, something's terribly wrong," David Bianculli, TV critic for NPR's "Fresh Air" and tvworthwatching.com, said about Dina Lohan's E! reality show. "This is not bottom of the barrel, this is excavating beneath the barrel. I don't think we're done yet. The question is, how deep can we go as we move towards the center of the earth?"

"If you lose on 'The Bachelor,' you become the bachelorette," he continued. "It's like a hydra you cut off one head and two more take its place."

There are a couple of reasons reality series won't soon stop spawning. As depraved and trite as some shows may seem, they're guaranteed to get someone's attention. "America's Got Talent" may be a sloppy Joe to "American Idol" and a local carnival freak show, but it was TV's top-rated series last summer, averaging 11.5 million viewers, and is poised to draw as big an audience this season. Plus, reality series are, as a rule, cheaper for networks to produce than scripted shows (no A-list talent or writers to pay), and they're showing they can continue to reap revenue in syndication.

"They've started to show a little bit of afterlife. Cable shows are running reality marathons, so reality's seeming more repeatable than it used to be," said James Hibberd of The Hollywood Reporter. "I don't see reality going out of favor anytime soon, especially as ratings for the broadcast networks are eroding and the cost of producing a scripted show is going up. There's no way you can't do the less expensive, unscripted shows."

Back in 1992, when Jonathan Murray pitched a show about seven strangers picked to live in a house, the idea was revolutionary. Today, were it not for its 20-season history, he's not sure "The Real World" would survive alongside the likes of "Flavor of Love" and "The Moment of Truth."

"'The Real World's' almost looking pure compared to a lot of what's on," he said. "It's difficult because everyone's trying to be louder than the next guy to get attention. There's this feeling that the concept has to be really loud to break through the clutter. You're trying to stand out. You want something that can be put into a great 30-second promo."

"There are still standards out there," he added. "But as these cable networks try to differentiate themselves from others, the standards will bend too."

"Hurl!" (premiering July 15 on the basic cable network G4) is an example of that. Ten years ago, it would have been out of the question to base a TV show around vomit. Today, a little artful editing allows it to star in its own reality series.

"Vomit on-screen is covered by animated buckets with a one- to five-bucket rating system," said Dale Roy Robinson, who developed and executive produces "Hurl!" with Tom Crehan. "Actually, the show has very little to do with vomit, and everything to do with competition and camaraderie. It's like a college dare all grown up into its own TV show. It's nothing different from what fraternity boys do."

Crehan added, "It's more wholesome and uplifting than any dating show you'd care to make."

Upchuck uplifting? Pardon the pun, but the concept's a little hard to keep down. Bianculli isn't sure viewers will continue to gravitate to extreme, outlandish competition shows like "Hurl!" despite the "Wow, I've never seen that on TV before!" factor.

"If 15 things come down the pike, they're going to close their eyes to all 15 of them, unless one leaps out," he said. "It's too much and too little at the same time."

The only way to get rid of reality TV may be a scandal the likes of which the genre has never seen. Darva Conger's annulling her marriage to Rick Rockwell days after marrying him on "Who Wants to Marry a Multi-Millionaire?" didn't do it; nor did evidence that multiple scenes from "The Hills" have been staged and re-shot. It has to be bigger.

"It's hard to root for death," Bianculli said, "but there has to be something short of that."

 

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How dating online could be improved by video email and video chat.

The world has become a smaller place with the advent of the internet. With the telephone, one could only talk to a person far away; however, with video communication, one can both see and talk to a loved one living far away. Moreover, with the various video communication media available like video email and video chat, there is a lower chance of any misunderstandings occurring here than when one communicates through the telephone.

Nowadays you can not only communicate with your loved ones, but those singles out there can also make and get to know partners through the numerous dating websites found on the internet. This form of socializing is one of the best ways a person too busy with their career to find a partner, possibly a life partner! When looking for a partner on the internet, you usually meet the person with similar interests as all your basic information has to be given to the dating service. This is the greatest advantage of internet dating; instead of getting hooked on someone because of love at first sight, with internet dating, you get to learn about the temperaments and nature of the person before actually meeting. With internet dating, there is no need of waiting for one to make the first move. There is no nervousness to hide and you can seem cool and collected to your partner, no matter how nervous you may actually be! However it is very important that you provide honest information about yourself to the online dating site so that you will get the perfect match for you. Inaccurate information only leads to an inaccurate match!

Once you find your partner through the internet, it is important for you to meet to get to see each other. There have been occasions where on meeting; you find that this is not the person I had envisioned through our online dating! Now that you have met, and you are happy with each other, you have to develop a perfect love relationship to confirm a long time relationship. Loving someone when dating is rather easy; however to become a serious couple, you have to have a serious love relationship that may prove to be an uphill task.

Make sure you are compatible with the person you date; having the same taste of food and pets does not promise a long-term love relationship. There is more to life than this! You have to have the capacity of forgiving each other for certain mistakes while also have your say on some manners you are not happy with. You have to basically ask the right questions at the right time to get to know each other better.

It is very important that you remain honest, understanding and committed to your partner during the span of your relationship. Remember, both of you have the same rights of giving and accepting opinions about your relationship!

You could perhaps add some romance to your lives by springing some nice surprises on each other, when life gets dull. You could shower some gifts on your partner, go for a romantic, candlelit evening diner or even send flowers to brighten your partner's day! So with some romance in the air, a good understanding of each other's nature and temperament will help in creating a long, lifetime love relationship for both of you!

 

 

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Millionaire Baby boomers look to settle down

As many babyboomers begin to settle into their 50's and 60's, dating lives are reborn.

Babyboomer singles are becoming a serious force in online dating, as many decide to give finding love a second, third, or fourth chance. There are lots of millionaire babyboomers out there who have lived through the 60's, experienced the free love, the cold war, and pretty much every career scenario you can think of, and are finally ready to settle down.

Most babyboomers are considered "middle-class", but whether it came from a considerable inheritence, or perhaps hard work, some boomers fall within the baby booomer millionaire category. These millionaire boomers are hitting the dating game hard, showing off their private jets, brand new Jaguars, and million-dollar estates.

So get used to online baby boomer dating revolution, it's here to stay- at least for another few decades.

 

 

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Millionaire Dating: How to find rich wealthy men online and fall in love.

Online dating can introduce you to people you may not otherwise meet. However, finding the right person takes some time. Browsing through the ads is fun, but if you want to find a financially secure mate, narrow your search and join an online site that will put you in touch with wealthy men.

 

Join the right dating service. There are a few online sites that cater to the wealthy single men you want to meet. Browse the professional millionaire dating sites like MillionaireCupid.com and WealthyChats.com will make your dating journey of wealthy men easier. Once you find a site that's right for you, prepare your profile. Post some great photos of you doing things you enjoy. Include a great head shot and a variety of backdrops and outfits. Fill out the profile. Talk about what you like to do with your time and the things you'd like to accomplish. Wealthy men want worldly women, so keep it smart and simple and limit the flirty romance talk till later. At last, make sure you are very clear of what your goal is. Do you want a husband or a gift giver? If it's long term you are looking for, present yourself as intelligent and professional, with your own goals and dreams. Want a short term romance? Just keep it light and fun.

 

Women looking to date rich, wealthy singles and gorgeous men online. You are not the only one who wants to find a millionaire and fall in love. So you need to do more than just sign up for a free membership, you need to be pro-active, send emails and make sure your profile stands out from the rest. Interested now? Just do it!

Celebrity dating news: Scarlett Johansson to wed Ryan Reynolds

HOLLYWOOD screen beauty Scarlett Johansson is to marry Canadian boyfriend Ryan Reynolds after a year-long relationship, a spokesman for the actress confirmed today. Johansson, 23, the star of The Nanny Diaries, Lost In Translation and Match Point, was said to be "thrilled" at the engagement, representative Marcel Pariseau said in a email to Agence-France Presse. No wedding date has yet been set.

 

According to Celebrity site millionairecupid.com, Reynolds, 31, whose films include Blade Trinity, and Definitely Maybe, popped the question recently. Appropriately, Reynolds is working on a film called The Proposal, People said.

 

The Vancouver-born hunk was previously engaged to Canadian singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette from 2004 until their reported split in 2006.

 

Johansson has recently signalled her intention to branch out by pursuing a music career. Her debut album, Anywhere I Lay My Head, is due out on May 20.

 

Her next film appearance comes in Woody Allen's Vicky Cristina Barcelona, her third collaboration with the veteran New York director following 2005's Scoop and Match Point the following year.

Lonely Matthew Perry using millionaire dating website

Unlucky in love Matthew Perry is so desperate and dateless he's using dating site millionairecupid.com. He is found  there with a gorgeous profile posted.

Our spy tells us the lovable Friend describes himself as "cute and adorable, though pained and lonely."

From mirror.co.uk.

 

Halle Berry's Baby Has a Name

Halle Berry and Gabriel Aubry have named their little kiddo.

According to Access Hollywood, the little girl's name is Nahla Ariela Aubry.

"We didn't have a name picked out until just before we left the hospital," said Halle. "For us it was hard to name the most important person in our life until we met her."

I think that's a pretty name. Nahla must mean something in some language, but when I Google it all I get is the Northern Alberta Health Libraries Association. And I refuse to do any further research. Because I'm lazy.

Anyway, I'd go on and on about how this is going to be the most beautiful child in the whole world, but then I think about Rumer Willis and I decide I better wait a few years before making that determination.

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Pamela Anderson: "I'm Not Dating Anyone"

After her third marriage failed -- all together now -- MISERABLY, Pamela Anderson tells Ellen Degeneres she is currently not dating anyone:

Her attention, says Anderson, the mother of two boys (Brandon, 11, and Dylan, 10, whose father is Anderson's ex, Tommy Lee), is devoted to "just kids. That's taking up a lot of time."

Especially on her schedule. Says Anderson, "Usually I get in around 3 or 4 in the morning, and I'm up at 6:30 am with my kids making breakfast, 8 a.m. at school, and who washes their face?"

Congratulations, Pamela. Way to go two weeks without dating anyone. Way to focus on your kids for twenty seconds. You sure are getting your life back under control. Getting in at 3 or 4 in the morning every day? That sounds manageable. What the hell are you doing at 3 am, Pamela? Taking a business meeting? Everything sounds very much under control right now. Good for you.

However, some of her fans told us, she is found at the millionaire and celebrity dating site millionairecupid.com for a few days. She is really not dating anyone or not, we will continue to pay attention to her.