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Rhode Island Native Named America’s Gay Bachelor 2008 |
| 2008-07-17 |
San Francisco, Calif., July 17th 2008 --- Abel Lima, a Rhode Island native who currently resides in San Francisco, CA, was named the winner of myPartner.com’s America’s Gay Bachelor 2008 contest tonight during a sold-out, star-studded finale event at Beach at W San Diego during San Diego’s Gay Pride Week.
The five contestants were evaluated by a panel of celebrity judges including David Bromstad, who was the inaugural winner of HGTV Design Star in 2007 and is now hosting his own HGTV design show “Color Splash”, Jesse Brune from the hot Bravo show “Work Out”, and Patrick H. Perrine, the Founder and CEO of myPartner.com.
In a split decision, the judges chose Lima as the winner based on the categories “mind”, “body” and “soul.” Tim Bias, the bachelor representing the state of Oregon, came in as a close second. “There’s no question that each of the contestants in this year’s America’s Gay Bachelor contest is a great catch,” said Perrine. “We’re thrilled to have Abel as our winner, and Tim as our runner-up. They’re both living proof that there are great guys out there, just looking for their perfect partner.”
Lima and Bias, Mr. Rhode Island and Mr. Oregon respectively, were two of five finalists chosen by more than 35,000 online voters at myPartner.com after a nationwide search. The other finalists represented Montana, Ohio and Utah.
“My friend nominated me to be America's Next Gay Bachelor, but I never expected to win,” said Lima. “I hope this makes people realize that we're looking for real, long term relationships too."
Because the judges’ decision was so closely split between Lima and Bias, both bachelors will become public spokesmen for myPartner.com and will have a chance to be featured in a national publication. As the winner of the contest, Lima will also receive a romantic get-a-way trip for two at the W San Diego and a $25,000 Private Matchmaking Package from myPartner.com.
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The five America’s Gay Bachelor 2008 contest finalists are showcased on the myPartner.com website at America's Gay Bachelor.
About myPartner.com – Pioneering the dating industry in Online Introductions and Private Matchmaking Services for gay men, myPartner caters to sophisticated, cultured and relationship oriented gay men. Unlike other gay dating services, myPartner is a relationship based matchmaking service. myPartner and relationship expert Patrick H. Perrine, foster each member’s ability to not only find the right partner but to develop a relationship that fits their specific needs and wants.
About W San Diego – W San Diego is situated in the Columbia District of downtown San Diego, near Little Italy and just minutes from the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. More than just a fabulous place to rest your head, W guests and locals in-the-know can indulge in So Cal chic nightlife throughout the hotel— from the new Thom Filicia redesigned Living Room lounge, poolside Veranda Bar and Wet; to our hot-list rooftop bar, Beach, featuring a heated sand floor with intimate cabanas and stunning skyline views. Truly a lifestyle destination, W San Diego also features the upscale, signature RICE restaurant; the Condé Nast-favorite Away Spa, with customized treatments and an exclusive spa menu; and the always-evolving Magnet Lounge where pop-up champagne bars, surprise guest DJs and celebrity sightings and are the norm. Get hip to W San Diego at www.whotels.com and myspace.com/wsandiego.
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