Vicki Gunvalson, Kelly Dodd, Patti Stanger, Bachelor in Paradise

“BACHELOR IN PARADISE” 

Star of “Million Dollar Matchmaker” and Executive Producer of “Love Blows,” Patti Stanger and
Michigan Avenue Magazine Team Up to Recognize Notable Singles and their Philanthropic Commitments 

New Chicago-based Reality Show “Love Blows” Chronicles Local Matchmaking Family 

Vicki Gunvalson and Kelly Dodd, Real Housewives of Orange County, Join in on Fun in Chicago

–          PATTI STANGER, star of WE tv’s “Million Dollar Matchmaker” and the world’s favorite love guru

–          IGGY RODRIGUEZ and DIGGY MORELAND, “Bachelor in Paradise”

–          ANTHONY BATTLE (“The Bachelorette”) and AMBER JAMES (“The Bachelor”)

–          LISA GALOS, star of  WE tv’s upcoming series “Love Blows” and Chicago’s premier matchmaking veteran

–          “LOVE BLOWS” CAST, including local matchmakers JIM ANTONSEN, NIKKIJONES, ANNIE ANTONSEN, JAMIE ANTONSEN, RUSTY BAZAREK

–          EVENT HONOREES, see bios below

To learn more about “Love Blows” visit:
http://www.wetv.com/shows/love-blows

To learn more about “Million Dollar Matchmaker” and Patti Stanger visit: http://www.wetv.com/shows/million-dollar-matchmaker

Honorees included:

·         Andre Bellos, Actor (Empire, Chi-Raq)

·         Anthony Battle, The Bachelorette Contestant

·         Brady Broski, KISS FM Radio Personality

·         Kenneth Olsen, Chicago Symphony Orchestra Cellist

·         Iggy Rodriguez, Bachelor in Paradise Contestant

·         Kenneth “Diggy” Moreland, Bachelor in Paradise Contestant

·         Greg Reintjes, The Windy City Ball Co-founder

·         Jon and Andrew Landan, Chicago Gateway Green Board Member

·         Michelle Menaker, B96 Radio Personality

·         Amber James, The Bachelor Contestant

·         Florence Ann Romano, Original Six Media CEO/Owner and Windy City Nanny Founder

·         Brooke Weisbrod, ESPN Broadcaster

·         Jenne Myers, Chicago Cares CEO

·         Jaslene Gonzalez, America’s Next Top Model Winner

·         Chyenne Parker, Chicago Sky/WNBA pro player

·         Maisha Wynn, Live to Wynn Creator

WE tv’s newest unscripted series, “Love Blows,” is about a successful Chicago-based matchmaking service, run by a dysfunctional (but loving) family who sometimes let their own relationships cloud their decisions. The show chronicles the inner dynamics of LuvBizChicago, a family business run by head matchmakers – Lisa and her ex-husband Jim – who have to contend with a staff comprised of wild, young, single matchmakers; Lisa and Jim’s own adult children who co-run the business; and the ultimate snag – Jim’s former mistress, who is always creating drama for the employees and their clients. The show will air after “Million Dollar Matchmaker,” starring Patti Stanger, on Friday nights. The six-episode series is executive produced by Patti Stanger, who also appears in the show.

The world’s favorite love guru, Patti Stanger, also returns to WE tv with a new group of millionaires for a final chance at finding love in season two of “Million Dollar Matchmaker,” which recently premiered Friday, August 4. In 10 hour-long episodes, viewers will see if true love will once and for all prevail, as Patti helps some of her unmatchable millionaires…and if Patti can’t help them find love by the end of their stay, no one can.

“Million Dollar Matchmaker” airs Fridays at 9 p.m. CST on WE tv.

And beginning Friday, August 25th “Million Dollar Matchmaker” moves to 8 p.m. CST (9 p.m. ET/PT) followed by the premiere of “Love Blows” at 9 p.m. CST. (10 p.m. ET/PT).

Honorees (more info below) strive to make a difference in the city through their successful careers, charitable work, interests and beyond.