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Michelle, 34, Manteca, Calif.
Being with someone famous or successful is great; although through my experience,
inner personal beauty comes from within, and that's what's most important
to me. |
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Lei, 40, Broomfield, Colo.
No, as long as we both respect each other equally. |
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Will, 58, Glendale, Calif.
I don't mind. I'll assume that this someone has not had a personality or
character meltdown in the process of becoming famous and/or successful.
Such a meltdown would be quickly apparent, and there would be no relationship.
This relationship would certainly be a test of my sense of self worth, but
I thrive on the company of people who are creative, who believe in and are
thankful (not vain) regarding their own abilities, and who have reached
some of their targets and have more to find. It helps drive me toward the
things that I value. |
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Kerry, 32, New York, N.Y.
I think it would be very difficult to have a relationship with a celebrity
where you have no private life. But, there are famous and very successful
people where you could maintain a private healthy relationship assuming
you could drop your ego. |
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Diane, 53, Las Vegas, Nev.
No, not at all. We are who we are. I feel confident with who I am. I feel
that I would not feel threatened by his success. I think his "celebrity"
would be fun. I guess balance is the key word here. We would balance our
relationship -- his business, my business, our business (lives) together. |
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Rick, 50, Parker, Colo.
Certainly, I would give it a try if I felt something strong for her. It
could turn out to be very rewarding in many ways! |
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Ed, 40, Yarmouth, Iowa
I think if two people really care about each other, then things like fame
or success shouldn't be an issue. However if one lets that influence their
interaction one way or another then its a problem. In short, it wouldn't
bother or intimidate me. |
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Beth, 30, San Antonio, Texas
I think it would be fun to hang out with the "in" crowd. I would
love to date someone like that- it would allow me to learn how the other
half lives. |
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Tina, 35, Tampa, Fla.
I would not mind at all, as I am a very secure person. It does not matter
to me whether or not I am equally famous or as successful, as the person
I am with. What is important is the "special" connection that
we have together, outside of the superficial. To me the fame and wealth
are irrelevant aspects of the relationship. I can hold my own just fine! |
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Raymond, 44, Louisville, Ky.
I would love to be in a relationship with someone who is famous. I think
I would be the perfect mate. I am secure enough with myself to not let her
fame bruise my ego. As long as when the lights and cameras are off, its
all about us and our relationship. And the celebrity perks, like traveling
all over the world won't be so bad either. Haley, I'm here for you waiting.
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Sharena, 34, Placentia, Calif.
Not at all. Love is love. My only problem with dating a famous a person
is availability. I want someone to be there for me, and visa versa -- not
having to schedule in quality time appointments. |
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David, 29, Hampton, Va.
People are people. I am not a famous person but I am successful because
I am happy! If she is famous she should be happy! If she is happy we can
share. Then people can stare and I'll become famous! Love using first grade
math! |
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Cindy, 49, Juno Beach, Fla.
Not a problem. I hope they would share and allow me the opportunity to experience
some fame and glory. It's always exciting to meet famous people. |
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Christina, 33, Albany, N.Y.
I don't think it would be an issue of who I am dating but rather an issue
of privacy. I like to keep my personal life private and would hate to see
it analyzed and scrutinized. |
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Morgan, 54, Louisville, Ky.
No, I would not mind being in a relationship with someone who's famous or
more successful than me -- I believe those things are just icing on the
cake. |
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Matilda, 41, Jonesboro, Ga.
What the.... Is this a trick question? Okay for all of you ladies who wouldn't
want anyone rich and famous. Simply refer them to my
profile. |
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Steven, 35, Franklin Square, N.Y.
I am very secure with myself and don't feel intimidated by fame and fortune.
I would not at all be uncomfortable dating someone either more successful
or famous. I have been around both and I am very humble about it. |
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Gloria, 50, Rochester, N.Y.
I wouldn't mind at all. (Are you listening Mr. Cruise?) First, I'm not impressed
with money or power and I really have no "idols". I don't follow
celebrities and think that they're "better" than anyone else.
I feel that a person's worth cannot be measured by how many commas appear
in their annual income, or how many talk shows they've been on. We are all
very unique and special to our creator. And I know my worth as a human being
is immeasurable, and not related at all to my income. But, if he's successful
and has all the "inside" stuff that really counts, if he's learned
how to love, how to be generous with his heart, if he's got depth and compassion,
then bring him on. I can handle dating Pierce Brosnan (tee -hee). I'm a
person who needs someone who's interesting and if he's had enough success
to bring him to this point, I would love to get into his mind and find out
how it works. (And if he can kiss me, make me lose all sense of time and
place and take my breath away, that wouldn't hurt either.) |
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Cathy, 46, Moorpark, Calif.
That's hard to imagine, but I'm thinking that if we were in love with each
other and had a strong bond, then I would not mind all the attention that
they were getting. |
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Mike, 29, Sea Bright, N.J.
I wouldn't mind. I've had the opportunity to know some, never dated anyone
real famous, but someone who has been on camera. They are 'real people'
too, however, public display of affection on camera tends to be uncomfortable.
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Nancy, 49, Scottsdale, Ariz.
It's not so much about the fact that they are famous or successful as it
is about they way they handle it especially when you're around. As long
as I still felt important to him when the spotlight's on, I would be OK
with dating a famous or very successful man. |
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Missy, 24, Watertown, N.Y.
No, I think I could handle it, because I am also very successful and will
continue to be in my life. I feel like I am right where I envisioned myself
at this point in my life. I have accomplished many great things and I am
proud of myself. I am very independent and will never need someone else
to support me. So, they would never need to worry about me becoming a freeloader
or feeling inferior to them. I feel that it's important for couples to feel
like they are equals, or at least close to it. If not, someone will eventually
feel inferior and it will cause problems. |
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Arnold, 57, Fair Oaks, Calif.
I would mind a little as I am a private person who prefers the background
rather than the limelight. The key is how strong my feelings are for her.
If they are strong enough, I would just concentrate on the private and family
part of her life and minimize my contact with the famous and very successful
part unless it is something I could contribute to or partner in. I have
done well providing for my own needs in the future and would not need any
of this. I don't feel life is a competition. |
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Lee, 56, Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Are you kidding? Of course not! It would be awesome, and if it truly developed
into a meaningful relationship, how much fun would that be! |
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Valerie, 63, Sonoma, Calif.
No. I would not mind. I was married to a "celebrity musician"
of some notoriety. I feel that I would be a good balance and grounding influence
for one thing, secondly, I am supportive of anyone's success, and thirdly
it could be politically important to make a difference in the world through
having the celebrity status to influence change and to be in a position
to offer support to people less fortunate or support a program which would
benefit by the celebrity involvement. |
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Mike, 42, Virginia Beach, Va.
Not at all as long as she's grounded and has all the qualities I desire.
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Dena, 50, Jonesboro, Ga.
This scenario could certainly work and does. I would not mind and have been
involved with a famous person (or two) in my dating experience. I have found
that being "real" and having confidence and my own "life"
have worked. Famous people are just people after all. |
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Ann, 24, Pelham, Ala.
I don't think it would bother me to date someone famous or more successful
than me as long as I am reaching for my own goals and am where I want to
be in my life! |
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Alan, 29, Long Beach, Calif.
Heavens no! That would be the life man! |
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Nikki, 30, San Diego, Calif.
I don't think I would mind being in a relationship where I wasn't equally
famous or successful, but I do think it would be a difficult adjustment. |
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Frank, 25, Brandon, Fla.
Not at all. I think it would be challenging, and who doesn't like a good
challenge. Plus, you can think of it like: This person is in a relationship
with you, you must be contributing to their success or fame. That in itself
feels good. |
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Mary, 51, Seattle, Wash.
Not a problem at all. I have experienced this, and I find it interesting,
inspiring and fun. However for a relationship to evolve with anyone, no
matter what their situation in life, there must be more personally substantial
qualities present than just worldly fame or success. Those things don't
mean much without a deeper more important foundation to support a relationship.
A true "liking" of each other for who we are inside is what keeps
a relationship happy and alive. |
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Robert, 52, Mill Valley, Calif.
No, not at all, as long as there was no prenuptial agreement between us. |
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Deshae, 28, West Covina, Calif.
No I wouldn't mind being in a relationship with someone who is famous or
very successful and I'm not! I have a strong since of self so I'm cool with
it! |
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Trevor, 30, Boise, Idaho
Being successful is a state of mind. Being in a relationship with someone
more successful than myself (or famous) would actually be a very nice change!
I would think that people in this category probably don't have much time
on their hands for dating in the first place. It would take quite a bit
of patience, sacrifice and trust to make it a truly passionate relationship.
I could do it! |
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Cindy, 30, Miami, Fla.
No. I would only mind if I sensed my partner was more engrossed in his success
and fame than in our relationship. |
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Michael, 45, Sacramento, Calif.
No, I wouldn't mind at all. In fact it would be kind of fun to be with a
famous women. I could be her "shield" in public and a "grounded"
ear for her to vent in private. |
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Pat, 35, Brandon, Fla.
I wouldn't mind that at all. I'm a very confident person and don't mind
being overshadowed as long as I know that person I'm dating has a genuine
interest in me as I do them. I've dated women in the past that were more
in the "spotlight" than I was and it has never bothered me. |
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Eileen, 39, Mount Angel, Ore.
I used to be a television news reporter and anchor so I understand "the
glam factor" to a certain extent. If we've all been living our lives
to the fullest: giving, sharing, seeking the truth, etc., I would expect
that we'd all have some accomplishments, discoveries, insights, advancements
or whatever to show for ourselves by the time we reach our mid-thirties!
Wouldn't you agree? If not, I think we'd need to stop and do some serious
soul-searching... make some changes and move forward! The biggest surprise
I've learned is that the more I give, the more I receive! |
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