Former Long Island Rep. George Santos recently made a shocking revelation about where he met his husband, Matheus “Matt” Gerard. Santos disclosed in an exclusive interview with Page Six that he and Gerard actually met on the gay dating app Grindr. This revelation came as a surprise to many, as Santos explained that a glitch on the app made it seem like Gerard was much closer in proximity to him than he actually was. Despite the physical distance between them, Santos joked, “Grindr said he was a couple of feet away from me when he was miles away from it.” This system glitch led Santos to question whether their meeting was fate or just a coincidence.
Despite the unconventional way they met, Santos, who is 35 years old, married Gerard in 2021. However, Santos was quick to clarify that their nuptials were nothing romantic or fancy. He even revealed that Gerard dislikes it when Santos tells people that they met on Grindr, describing it as “pretty sad.” The ex-politician’s honesty about his relationship and marriage shed light on the challenges of navigating the dating scene in Manhattan, where Santos noted that people’s high expectations can make it brutal.
Struggles and Recognition
Santos, a Republican lawmaker who has been reviving his drag queen persona Kitara on Cameo, also shared his experiences as a gay man in politics. He highlighted the difficulties of being an openly gay Republican in Congress, joking that coming out as a gay man was easier than coming out as a Republican in New York City. Despite facing challenges and prejudice, Santos remained true to himself and his identity.
In February 2024, rumors circulated that Santos was spending time with an OnlyFans performer named Michael Doherty. However, Santos denied any romantic involvement with Doherty, stating that their relationship was strictly professional. Santos’ denial came amidst a turbulent time in his political career, as he became the sixth person in history to be expelled from Congress. An exposé revealed that Santos had misled the public with lies and exaggerations during his campaign, and an Ethics Committee investigation exposed his misuse of campaign funds. Despite facing 23 federal fraud charges, Santos maintained his innocence and pleaded not guilty.
The shocking revelation of former Long Island Rep. George Santos’ marriage to Matheus “Matt” Gerard sheds light on the complexities of love, relationships, and politics. Santos’ honesty about meeting his husband on Grindr and the challenges he faced as an openly gay Republican in Congress speaks volumes about the struggles and triumphs of being true to oneself in a world full of expectations and judgment. Despite the controversies and allegations surrounding his political career, Santos’ unwavering honesty and integrity remain a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.