Who is Patti Stanger? 'The Matchmaker' star is teaming up with The Bachelor's Nick Viall for reality show
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Patti Stanger is an American matchmaker and reality television star. She is best recognized for her role as the star of the reality TV series 'The Millionaire Matchmaker', which aired on Bravo.
Now the star is back with another unscripted reality show called 'The Matchmaker' where she is set to collaborate with 'The Bachelor's Nick Viall for an unscripted reality show. In a recent announcement, it was revealed that Patti Stanger will be joining forces with Nick Niall.
Stanger expressed her excitement about this collaboration, stating, “I'm thrilled to have a partner who not only understands relationships but also has a strong following within Bachelor Nation and let's be honest... he's easy on the eyes. Quite the package.”
The series will center around Stanger's efforts to assist singles in finding love, all while imparting crucial tools and rules for them to become the best versions of themselves. Each episode will showcase two individuals eager to find their perfect match, with Stanger and Niall guiding them through challenges, encouraging them to confront their fears, and helping them uncover their emotional cores.
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'The Matchmaker' star Patti Stanger comes from a 'family of matchmakers'
Born on May 31, 1961, in Short Hills, New Jersey, Patti Stanger comes from a 'family of matchmakers'.
She is a third-generation matchmaker and rose to prominence by sharing her matchmaking expertise on the popular reality TV series 'The Millionaire Matchmaker'. Based in Los Angeles, Stanger's primary objective on the show was to pair wealthy millionaires with potential matches in hopes of finding true love. The format typically included clients participating in mixer events to meet eligible singles, followed by two mini-dates and a master date with their most promising connection.
'The Millionaire Matchmaker' aired on Bravo for eight seasons before concluding in 2015. Stanger returned with a revamped version of the show in 2016, titled 'Million Dollar Matchmaker'. Both iterations of the series featured a mix of celebrities and well-known reality stars seeking romantic connections, such as Ashley Iaconetti from 'Bachelor In Paradise', Albie and Chris Manzo from 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey', and Irv Richards, father of Denise Richards from 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills'.
Throughout her journey of helping clients in their quest for love, Stanger also pursued her desire for a happy ending. Since the end of 'The Millionaire Matchmaker', she has been engaged in various endeavors, evolving both personally and professionally.
Patti Stanger started her business in 2000 to help 'singles find love'
Patti Stanger is the founder and CEO of Millionaire's Club International, Inc., a prestigious matchmaking service based in Los Angeles, California.
Her company specializes in connecting millionaires with potential life partners. Before establishing her own business in January 2000, Stanger held the position of Director of Marketing at Great Expectations, another matchmaking service.
Additionally, Stanger has a background in the fashion industry. Her journey in fashion began when she was 24 years old, after being scouted and hired by Janis Spindel while searching for an assistant. Stanger worked in various roles at Unionbay Sportswear, JouJou Jeans, and Saks Fifth Avenue, amassing over a decade of experience in the field.
Throughout her career, she has offered dating advice through various media outlets, authored books on relationships and dating, and appeared as a guest on numerous talk shows. Stanger is known for her straightforward approach and no-nonsense attitude when it comes to matchmaking and relationships.
Patti Stanger's company boasts a '99% success rate' in helping her clients find true love
Patti Stanger has garnered extensive experience in matchmaking, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from billionaires to celebrities. Her firm proudly boasts an impressive 99% success rate in facilitating her clients' quest for true love, particularly focusing on assisting single millionaires in finding their ideal matches.
In discussing her plans with Forbes, Stanger revealed her aspirations to expand the reach of her business, the Millionaires Club, on an international scale. While exploring options such as franchising and licensing, she expressed a desire to serve as the spokesperson, concentrating on building the marketing and PR aspects of the brand.
Stanger emphasized the potential for growth by envisioning the Millionaires Club establishing a presence in every city, leveraging the presence of millionaires worldwide. Additionally, she envisions collaborating with select billionaires who possess the necessary resources and confidence to allow her to handle the marketing and PR aspects of the business.
Despite her passion for matchmaking, Stanger recognizes the limitations of her time and seeks to maximize the brand's potential through strategic expansion and partnerships.
'The Matchmaker' star Patti Stanger has a website called 'Patti Knows' where she invites various 'celebrity bloggers'
In 2012, Patti Stanger launched her website, PattiKnows.com, which covers various topics including love, astrology, beauty, and recipes. The content on the website is written by Stanger herself along with contributions from her celebrity friends.
Stanger shared insights about the website, mentioning their plans to introduce an e-cart featuring her favorite products. Additionally, they aimed to attract celebrity bloggers, with Haylie Duff serving as the celebrity chef.
Notable personalities like Jean McDermot and Tori Spelling were expected to join, along with Denise Richards, who Stanger mentioned was set to contribute 'something exciting'. Stanger expressed admiration for Richards, especially as she was involved in an episode where the show focused on setting up her father, adding that she adored working with her.
The website also featured appearances from notable figures such as Charlie Sheen and Denise's chef. Stanger highlighted the inclusion of diverse personalities, including their first lesbian guest, Chef K, and Yigit, who achieved success on Top Chef Desserts and would be blogging on their site.
Overall, the website boasts a lineup of esteemed contributors and promises a wealth of engaging content for its audience.
Patti Stanger signs with IAG for representation
Patti Stanger has recently secured representation with the Independent Artist Group (IAG).
Additionally, she remains under the management of Rob Lee at Mainstay Entertainment and is represented by Darin Frank of Sloane Offer. This strategic move further strengthens her professional team as she continues to pursue her endeavors in the entertainment industry.
Beyond television, Stanger has authored multiple books, including titles like "Become Your Matchmaker," "Raise Your Desirability Factor," "Find Your Match," and "Seal the Deal." Her insightful advice has also graced the pages of publications such as People and Star magazine.
Stanger's influence extends beyond the written word and television, as she has made numerous guest appearances on popular talk shows like 'Dr Phil', 'The Real', 'The View', 'The Dr. Oz Show', 'Steve Harvey', 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show', and 'The Oprah Winfrey Show'.
Additionally, she has showcased her versatility by venturing into television acting, with memorable roles on shows like 'Drop Dead Diva' and 'Days of Our Lives'.
'Patti Stanger: The Matchmaker' will premiere on April 11 at 8 p.m. ET.