In the New York City Singles Scene
NEW YORK, N.Y., December 15th, 2003 – Following the success of its original internet dating series, "Strictly Personal", MetroTV debuts "Kiss and Tell", a brand new reality dating show premiering Sunday, January 4, 2004. "Kiss and Tell" follows the lives of 12 hot single men and women as they explore new horizons in Manhattan nightlife to find out what it takes to make it in the New York dating scene. New episodes of the 9-part series will debut weekly on Sunday nights at 8pm and 9pm on MetroTV, Time Warner Cable channel 70 and on Cablevision channel 60.
In the past, MetroTV has followed the dating lives of single women in New York. Now, for the first time ever, MetroTV's cameras will capture the male point of view to find out how they feel about a variety of topics from who's datable and who's not, which gender has the upper hand in dating, and how far they will go on the first date. Another very unique aspect of "Kiss and Tell" is that it will feature a love connection that was started on the Internet.
"MetroTV is committed to capturing the heart and soul of New York City, and dating is a huge part of the Manhattan experience," said Michael Lardner, Executive Producer. "The cast of "Kiss and Tell" gives viewers a look into the lives of single men and women and chronicles the trials and tribulations of being single in the city – which young men and women everywhere can relate to."
"Kiss and Tell" is a co-production between MetroTV and Executive Producer Marty Ehrlich, Head of US Television for Octagon.
The cast of "Kiss and Tell" includes:
NICOLE: The Park Avenue Princess – Residing in a posh, high-rise apartment on Park Avenue, blond bombshell NICOLE spends the majority of her workday caring for nails, caring for her skin, caring for her hair, and caring for her two little dogs. Any leisure time left over at the end of her busy day is usually spent shopping. This year, Nicole has engaged the services of one of New York's high society matchmakers to assist her in the pursuit of Mr. Right. While dating a string of successful men, mostly CEO's and stockbrokers, she wonders what else might be out there?
After a number of less than successful attempts at finding that special someone, she'll eventually meet a man through an Internet matchmaking service. As they continue to date, she eventually finds herself falling deeply in love. As our series reaches its season finale, there may even be a proposal of marriage in the cards!
MICHAEL: The Researcher/Scientist – A self-proclaimed man-with-a-plan, MICHAEL is an ambitious 26-year-old who, while still in school, made a major scientific discovery and has since co-founded a Biotech Company with goals of curing heart disease. Michael is as motivated in his love life as he is in his career. He's looking for all-around perfection and is not willing to settle for less. His goal is to conquer the world and to be married in 5 years. Can the rationale and logic that has brought him such success in the field of science now help him to find love in the dating world?
ERIC, JOHN, and JAMES: The Dukes of Manhattan – Recent graduates of Duke University, ERIC, JOHN, and JAMES are three bachelors that share an apartment together in Manhattan's trendy Murray Hill. While their apartment is not what you would call upscale, it suits their purposes well, often serving as a gathering place for their friends and a jumping off point for the night's activities. These guys work hard in the daytime, so they can party hard into the night. Over our season, they'll visit (and re-visit) various girls, relationships, nightclubs, and other New York hot spots.
ELIZABETH: The Bartender – As a Bartender at a popular watering hole on the Lower East Side, ELIZABETH has her hand on the pulse of New York's nightlife underground. With an adventurous spirit, Elizabeth will try anything once, maybe even twice. She's searching for a serious, special guy to grow old with. But, until that special someone comes along, she doesn't shy away from keeping herself satisfied. Before our series is over, Elizabeth will find herself in the arms of a number of men, maybe even a few women.
TRIP: The Stock Broker – TRIP works as a broker in Manhattan's financial district. But, when night falls and he steps out on the town, he goes from being a player on Wall Street to a player in Manhattan's single scene. Trip is always on the prowl for fresh commodities and while he's open to the possibility of a long-term investment, he's not above a little day trading until the right opportunity comes along.
TIFFANY, EJ, and VONDECARLO: The Triple Threat – TIFFANY is an
Elementary school teacher by day, bikini fashion model by night; VONDECARLO is a
beautiful, aspiring actress, while EJ is a working singer/songwriter. Together, these young, African-American women are beauty, talent and confidence defined. While they share common professional interests, these ladies couldn't be any more different in their search for love. Tiffany is an aggressive, independent woman who is eager for a man to fill the 10-karat vacancy on her left ring finger. Vondecarlo is tired of players and is quick to cut potential suitors from the game. EJ finds herself walking a fine line between business and pleasure as the professional relationship with her business manager inevitably turns to a passionate and physical one.
JOCELYN: The Show-Busy Girl – A true Texas rose, JOCELYN's smile is as bright as a sunny New York summer day. She prides herself on her motivation and her jack-of-all-trades philosophy. She acts, models, sings, produces, writes, directs. Jocelyn is a hopeless romantic when she can find time to squeeze it into her busy day. But, just as Jocelyn plans a career move to Los Angeles, a wonderful and handsome man enters her dating life. As the day of her departure to Los Angeles approaches, time is running out. For once in her life, is she really ready to place her career ambitions on the backburner for a chance at real love?
FRANK: The Heir – FRANK DiMaggio, a relative to baseball legend Joe DiMaggio, juggles the rigorous demands of a medical profession, a modeling career, and a weighty social agenda that includes lavish excursions with a handful of beautiful ladies and outrageous nights out on the town with the boys. Gorgeous looks aside, his famous last name is enough to make women sit up and take notice. Can one man juggle so many beautiful women or will his dawg-like behavior eventually catch up to him?
MetroChannels
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Rainbow Media Holdings, Inc.
A leader in sports, news and entertainment programming, Rainbow Media Holdings LLC is a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corporation (NYSE:CVC). Rainbow Media owns and manages national networks: AMC, Fuse, IFC (The Independent Film Channel) and WE: Women's Entertainment; as well as the on-demand services: Mag Rack, Uncensored On Demand, World Picks On Demand and World Picks Networks. Rainbow Media's other businesses include its regional programming services – MetroChannels, News 12 Networks and Rainbow Sports Networks – in addition to the Rainbow Advertising Sales Corporation and Rainbow Network Communications. Rainbow Media is also a 50 percent partner in Fox Sports Net.