Heated Rivalry Lookalike Contest Winners Eller and Matagi Now Dating After DC Event
Two winners from a Washington DC lookalike contest based on the book 'Heated Rivalry' are now dating after meeting at the competition. Eller and Matagi won the contest by resembling characters Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams, then exchanged numbers and went on their first date.
A lookalike contest in Washington DC turned into a real-life romance when winners Eller and Matagi started dating after the competition.
The contest was based on characters Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams from the book 'Heated Rivalry.' After being crowned the most similar to these characters, the two winners shared a kiss that sealed both the win and their connection.
'It definitely felt in isolation to what was going on,' Eller said about the moment. After photos and talking with friends, the winners exchanged phone numbers and made plans for brunch.
Both winners received prizes including tickets to see the Washington Nationals and concert tickets of their choice. Later that night, fans spotted them at Trade, a bar on 14th Street.
The pair went on what they called a 'perfect' first date and have hinted at future plans together. Their meet-cute has gone viral on social media, adding to the growing trend of lookalike contests across the country.
The story shows how viral social media events can create real connections between people. Lookalike contests have become popular across the country, bringing strangers together in unexpected ways.
The couple plans future dates while their viral story continues spreading on social media.
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