'Finding Prince Charming' :: Episode Three

Episode 3 of "Finding Prince Charming" starts with 9 guys left, and Lance informs us there will be 2 dates, and they will be randomly chosen by the picking of cards, which all have to do with senses.

Sam and Justin both pick touch and get to go on a date that features acrobatic Yoga. Sam is clumsy and Justin admits secretly that he has done this before, and you can tell by his movement. In their alone time there was no kissing from either men, but there was a missed opportunity between Robert and Justin.

The second date, Taste - wine tasting, which included Dillon, Danique, Chad and Paul. In the private time there was no kissing, except when Dillon tried to go in for a kiss, which is very awkward. They bring Robert back to the house to go swimming, and Robert asks Paul to take him to his bedroom so they can talk, and spark were flying and kissing occurred. Later on, Dillon pulls Robert on the side to berate Sam. Robert is not happy with Dillon's maturity level and leaves the house. Sam knew what was happening and blew up and decided it was time to leave the house.

At the Black Tie Ceremony Robert decided to keep Dillon and eliminate Danique, who he thinks is a wonderful guy, but who he has no chemistry with.

Hotspots sat down with Sam and Danique for this exclusive interview:

Sam

What made you decide to apply to be on "Finding Prince Charming?"

For me, it was really just taking a chance and being spontaneous. I am always looking for ways to find new people and thought this was another avenue. Going into it I thought, even if I don't win, maybe I will have a connection with another guy in the house or someone watching would see me. I guess we'll see if they did.

How did you feel when you found out you got cast?

I was really excited, but also very nervous. I thought not only would I have the opportunity to find love, but also to share my story of coming out and hopefully inspire others.

What was it like when you got the tie?

I was excited, relieved, and very emotional the first night. I was just trying to learn more about the guys and Robert, so it was a nice relief. I didn't want to be the first to go home.

Tell us some things about you that we didn't see on the show?

I am very sensitive, I cried a lot, but I also think I am pretty funny and can usually find humor in any situation. I also have an introverted side.

Do you regret leaving the show on your own? Why or why not?

I definitely feel that I could have "played the game," but it wouldn't have been the right thing to do. I think I could have been in the top three, but Robert and I didn't have that strong of a connection on our date. I was also uncomfortable with Dillon and really missed my family and friends.

Danique

What made you decide to apply to be on "Finding Prince Charming?"

It was the only thing I hadn't tried. I've done old fashion dating, mutual friends, dating apps... this was an unconventional way of dating I hadn't tried, so why not!

How did you feel when you found out you got cast?

I was shocked. I see a lot of comments with people saying there wasn't representation of the "average guy" on the show, but I am not Hollywood beautiful. I am a business analyst at a bank. I work out, but it isn't my main priority; I was shocked, happy, and thrilled.

What was it like when you got the tie?

I was surprised, because a lot of people were like vultures and really going for the kill to talk to Robert! I sat back and waited my turn, and we actually made a connection. It was nice.

Were you shocked when you got eliminated? Why?

I wasn't. I felt like our connection had run its course and I had made it long enough. It felt like me leaving was mutual. At the end when I cried, it felt more like I was crying from all of the different dating experiences I've had, and how I need to try again, more so than about Robert specifically.

Tell us some things about you that we didn't see on the show?

I really do feel like the show depicted the actual portrayal of who I am. Even though you don't have time to capture everything, I feel like they got me. It's hard for me to date, but I'm also open and authentic to myself.