Tyler
Account manager Tyler, 34, has struggled to find romance in Washington, DC, telling Tudum, “I’ve tried to find love every other way, and I’m excited about [the experiment] because it’s something different.” Having left the military, Tyler is “searching for a self-possessed woman who can match his energy.” He’s also a Libra and a big fan of horses.
Ashley W.
Ashley W. describes herself as both a “really girly girl” and a tomboy, telling Tudum, “I like to get down and dirty and play a lot of sports… You might think I’m prissy, but I’m very adventurous.” The 32-year-old, whose zodiac sign is Cancer, is a health and wellness educator who graduated from Michigan State University. She’s hoping to find a partner who is “athletic, compassionate, and well-groomed.”
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Raymond
With degrees from Oxford and Yale and military service under his belt, Raymond told Tudum he wants potential suitors to know that he’s “a complex human being.” A former musical theater kid and a Sagittarius, the 33-year-old’s Instagram profile reveals that he’s “Half Korean” and “All American.” As he told Tudum, “I love that I’m multiracial, so it’s kind of hard to put a tab on me.”
Nick P.
Commercial real estate broker Nick P. is searching for a partner who accepts him and his 9-year-old son: “Every step he takes, every amount he grows, in any fashion, I am completely tickled,” Nick told Tudum. The 31-year-old Sagittarius also admitted to having been shallow in the past, saying, “I’ve been looking for ‘the one’ through the wrong lens.”
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Monica
“The craziest thing that I’ve done for love is forgive a cheater,” 37-year-old Monica told Tudum. A sales executive and a Gemini, Monica admitted to being “incredibly sensitive,” while also being “the life of the party.” She’s looking for a man who makes her feel “emotionally safe,” with whom she can start a family.
Nina
After splitting from her partner of nine years, Nina has entered her “YOLO era,” telling Tudum, “I’ve done a lot of work on myself and now I’m killing it in every aspect. I feel amazing.” The 32-year-old journalist is a Libra who describes herself as a “cat person” on Instagram. When it comes to a significant other, Nina is looking for “someone that remembers the little things…and considers my feelings.”
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Morgan
Morgan is a sales team lead and former beauty queen who thinks the dating world is too superficial. “I’m smarter than I look, and I’m also extremely kind, open, and honest,” she told Tudum. The 33-year-old Aries refuses to settle, and is looking for a partner who isn’t afraid to take on an equal portion of the “emotional labor” in a relationship.
Ally
Ally, a master esthetician, is usually attracted to “tall teddy bear men with Southern charm,” but she’s ready to forgo her usual type in the Love Is Blind experiment. A huge Harry Potter fan and a Pisces, Ally hopes to find a man with “empathy” and stellar “communication skills.” The 31-year-old told Tudum, “I’ve yet to find ‘the one’ because I’ve settled for less than I know I deserve now.”
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Hannah
Hannah was 26 when she filmed Love Is Blind, making her one of the season’s youngest contestants. A medical device salesperson, Hannah told Tudum, “I’m a very honest person… It sometimes comes off as rude or heartless, but it’s just me looking out for others’ best interests.” After being single for three years, the 27-year-old is ready to find her soulmate, who will be a stepfather to her dog Luna.
Tim
Tim, a web content strategist, describes himself as an “old soul” who has been ready for marriage for a long time. “My friends have always joked that my dating life has been like a reality show,” he told Tudum of his inability to find the right person. “My exes would describe me as clear and transparent, to a fault,” he explained, noting that starting a family is of the utmost importance to him.
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Alexandra
Fashion producer and Leo Alexandra is 33 and describes herself as “Your ’90s dream girl” on Instagram. Unfortunately, her past romantic choices haven’t worked out, as she told Tudum, “I dated people who didn’t care about my well-being.” Now, she’s looking for a “tall and fine” suitor and “compassion and confidence” are key.
Stephen
Electrician Stephen is a former Marine who is looking for a partner with emotional intelligence that values his qualities. The 34-year-old Cancer is also seeking a partner he can watch the Lord of the Rings trilogy with, who isn’t superficial, and is self-sufficient. “My type is a woman who wants you, but doesn’t need you,” he told Tudum.
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Leo
Leo works as an art dealer after inheriting the lucrative family business, but when he isn’t working, you can find him practicing yoga or meditating. The 31-year-old Aries is ready to find a “meaningful connection” in the pods, and to “break the cycle of bars, dating apps, and superficial dates.” He’s also prepared to be vulnerable on the series, telling Tudum, “I have a real crunchy part to me which people don’t often see day-to-day.”
Marissa
Marissa, a 32-year-old lawyer, is ready to find her husband. “We are still on our individual journeys, but hopefully he’s here,” she told Tudum before entering the pods. Marissa remains proud of completing seven years in the Navy, and she’s ready to find a partner who can handle her. “Men fall in love with my looks and charms, but don’t take the time to really get to know me,” Marissa, who is an Aries, explained.
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Katie
Sports marketing manager Katie played lacrosse in college and is ready to settle down. “People assume that I’m crazy, but I’m actually the opposite,” she told Tudum. The 36-year-old Taurus is a self-described “big love bug,” who is looking for “an alpha man” during the Love Is Blind experience. She emotionally revealed, “I’ve never had anybody choose me.”
Ramses
A program associate at a justice reform nonprofit, Ramses wants to be “seen and accepted” by a partner in the pods. “My first marriage came to an end because, ultimately, we just grew in different directions, and it was what was best for both of us,” he told Tudum. The 35-year-old Cancer is great listener who is seeking a woman that “practices empathy.”
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Perry
Realtor Perry is sick of being asked out on LinkedIn in work-oriented Washington, DC. Having warded off the odd catfish, the 31-year-old Libra has always dreamed of being a family man. “I’ve been dating for years, trying to find that special person,” he told Tudum. Perry’s specialist skill is baking bagels, which will delight any breakfast lover: “Sesame, everything, poppy seed—really whatever you want.”
Taylor
A clean energy policy consultant, 30-year-old Taylor is seeking a relationship like the one her parents have. “They’ve been married for 35 years and showcased how to be great partners,” she told Tudum. The Pisces is searching for someone who can appreciate her scientific mind, who is both “intellectually curious and emotionally intelligent.”
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Bohdan
Ukrainian refugee Bohdan was raised in the U.S., telling Tudum, “My parents brought me to [this country], so I think I’ve made them proud by fulfilling what they came here to do.” The 36-year-old former Marine works in tech sales and is ready to find love again after his divorce. However, he won’t stand for picky eaters. “If you’re just eating chicken nuggets all day and not open to trying other foods, then I don’t want it,” the Leo explained.
Nick D.
A former all-American college football player turned real estate agent, Nick D. told Tudum he’s “the perfect version of myself right now.” The 29-year-old Aquarius is looking for a confident, ambitious woman, but he isn’t hung up on physical attributes. “I don’t want someone who’s going to latch onto me and ride my wave,” he told Tudum. “I want someone who’s going to provide value to my life and I want to do the same for them.”
Amy Mackelden is a freelance writer, editor, and disability activist. Her bylines include Harper’s BAZAAR, Nicki Swift, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, ELLE, The Independent, Bustle, Healthline, and HelloGiggles. She co-edited The Emma Press Anthology of Illness, and previously spent all of her money on Kylie Cosmetics.
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