70-year-old ‘lovelorn’ man spends over ₹33,000 a week on billboard to find love

70-year-old Al Gilberti is a father of one and was previously married. He puts up billboard ads to find his “Miss Right”.

Published on: Apr 30, 2024, 15:32:47 IST

By Trisha Sengupta

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It is common for many to go on blind dates, mixers, or sign up for dating apps to find a partner. However, this 70-year-old man did something unusual and decided to put up a billboard to find love. As per reports, he opted for a £320-a-week - over ₹33,000 - billboard seeking "marriage and karaoke.”

The 70-year-old man said he has received over 400 calls since his last billboard went up (representational image). (Unsplash)

What does the billboard say?

'Lovelorn' Al Gilberti told the Mirror that he has gained a huge response from his advertisement. He put up the 20-foot-height billboard in Sweetwater, Texas, with his picture and a text. “Lonely Male Can Relocate Sweetwater" reads a part of the text, followed by "Seeks Female Marriage Minded, Enjoys Karaoke".

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What is Al Gilberti looking for in a partner?

The dad-of-one, who was previously married, wants someone loyal, honest and sincere, reported the outlet. He is hopeful that he will soon meet his “Miss Right”. In fact, he is ready to relocate to any part of the US and even the UK if he meets the right person.

"I'm prepared to move anywhere within the US. It all depends on the person - as long as I'm not going to stump the money up and then I have to leave! Of course, I'm somewhat looking for fame with the billboard but I also want to meet the right person,” he shared with the outlet.

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Gilberti told the outlet that he has received over 400 calls and around 50 emails since his last ad. “I have the calls redirected to a friend's phone. It's been more inquiries from people that are looking to gain something from me - which I get, I'd probably do the same! People were enquiring thinking I was someone rich to help with their bills!” he told the Mirror.

“I want to meet the right person but I haven't had that person call yet. If I meet the right person I want to look at their eyes and see how they respond. I'd go to Europe to meet someone, I just need to get my passport sorted,” he added.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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