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The name says it all: ManMate. Started in 1985 by gay matchmaker Grant Wheaton, the dating service has nearly 5,000 stud muffins,
mostly professionals in their thirties and forties. "Grant provides a certain level of quality control," says Richard, 38, who has
met seven men since signing up about 18 months ago. He says he's had a lot in common with most of the guys, and he hasn't been disappointed
with their looks, either. Wheaton prides himself on conducting thorough interviews that cover both the heart-wrenching (why have your
past relationships busted up?) and the obvious (describe your fantasy man).-KM
