Online dating has become a popular way for people to meet their potential partners, and it has led to many successful relationships and marriages. In fact, studies have shown that over 40 million Americans have used online dating sites or apps, and around 20% of all new relationships in the United States began online. Here are some stories of people who found love through online dating.
In the past, it was considered taboo for famous people to turn to online dating, but times have changed, and it has become an acceptable option for many. Here are some celebrities who have tried online dating.
Halle Berry
Halle Berry revealed on an episode of “The Tonight Show” that she tried online dating after her divorce. She signed up for a dating app and went on a few dates but ultimately found love through a friend.
JoJo Fletcher
The former “Bachelorette” star met her fiancé, Jordan Rodgers, on the dating app Bumble. The couple has been together since 2016 and recently bought a home together.
Andy Cohen
TV personality Andy Cohen revealed on his show “Watch What Happens Live” that he tried online dating after his split from his ex-boyfriend. He signed up for Tinder but said that he had to delete the app because people kept thinking his profile was fake.
Eric Stonestreet
Actor Eric Stonestreet, best known for his role on Modern Family, revealed during an appearance on “The Ellen Show” that he tried online dating. He signed up for Tinder and went on a few dates, but he said that he ultimately didn’t like the experience.
Khloe Kardashian
Reality TV star Khloe Kardashian has been open about her use of dating apps like OkCupid and Tinder. She has shared that she enjoys using the apps because they allow her to meet new people outside her social circle.
Adele
British singer Adele may be known for her powerful voice and emotional ballads, but she’s also dabbled in online dating. In a 2015 interview with the Australian radio show “The Kyle and Jackie O Show,” Adele revealed that she had tried online dating but that it wasn’t for her. However, she did say that she had gone on a few dates and that one of them was with a man who was a little too obsessed with her.
Lily Allen
The British singer and songwriter revealed in 2018 that she signed up for a dating app while touring in the United States. She met a man named Meridian Dan, and the two ended up dating for several years.
Rebel Wilson
Actress Rebel Wilson has been open about her weight loss journey and her experiences with dating. In a 2019 interview with “The Sun,” Wilson revealed that she had tried online dating and that she had even used a few different apps.
Wilson said that she had gone on a few dates but that she was looking for someone who was “more normal and down-to-earth.” While Wilson hasn’t publicly revealed whether or not she’s found love on the apps, she has been in a long-term relationship since 2020.
Ricky Martin
Singer Ricky Martin revealed on “The Ellen Show” that he tried online dating after his split from his ex-boyfriend. He signed up for Grindr, a dating app for gay men, but said that he didn’t like the experience and ended up deleting the app.
