California woman behind 'Marry Lisa' billboards gets flood of applications


In an unconventional quest for love, a California woman has launched a billboard campaign that has attracted a wave of suitors, with some even reaching out from as far as Brazil. The campaign aims to help her find her ideal partner.

Lisa Catalano, the mastermind behind the “Marry Lisa” billboards that have recently appeared along Highway 101 in the Bay Area, shared her journey in an interview with Nexstar’s KRON. She explained her motivation, saying, “I just want to meet somebody, and I wasn’t having any success through other methods.”

The billboards, strategically positioned between Santa Clara and San Francisco, have sparked curiosity and interest. Catalano reported receiving over 3,800 applications from hopefuls between September 24 and October 15, according to her statement to NewsNation.

Despite the overwhelming response, Catalano faces a challenge: many applicants are not seeking marriage or children, priorities she considers crucial in a relationship.

On her website, marrylisa.com, Catalano has outlined her criteria for a potential partner, specifying she is looking for someone in their 30s to 50s. However, many of the applicants fall outside this age range, being in their 20s, 60s, or 70s, which is not suitable for her.

On her website, marrylisa.com, Catalano has been very specific about the kind of man she’s looking for: someone between their 30s and 50s in age. Unfortunately, she said a lot of the men who are applying are in their 20s, 60s, or 70s, which is another dealbreaker for her.

Catalano was previously engaged to a long-term boyfriend, but tragedy struck when he passed away from a terminal illness in late 2023.

Catalano shared recent analytics for her website with KRON. On a single day, she received over 27,000 unique visitors to marrylisa.com and over 127,000 page views. All that interest, she said, has led to about 350 applications from eligible men who meet her criteria.

At last report, she’s still working her way through reviewing their applications.

“I hope that this is a great story that we can tell our future children,” she said.

You May Also Like

CFO’s Orange County Trip Sparks Curiosity Over Alligator Alcatraz Budget

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – When News 6 shared a story on Facebook…

Community Honors Toddler with Growing Memorial After Tragic New Smyrna Beach Crash

In the heart of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, a touching memorial has…

Evacuation Orders Lifted for Select California Residents Near Compromised Chemical Tank

Authorities have rescinded the evacuation mandate for some residents living near a…

Discover the Surprising Benefits of Dancing for Aging Adults

TUCSON, Ariz. – Carol Ross exudes joy as she leads her tap…

St. Cloud’s $60M Development: A Balancing Act Between Progress and Preserving Small-Town Charm

ST. CLOUD, Fla. – In a strategic move to balance growth and…

Supreme Court Blocks Florida’s Legal Challenge on Immigrant Truck Licensing: What It Means for Western States

WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, the Supreme Court dismissed Florida’s attempt to initiate…

Ocala Family Faces Water Outage After Lightning Strike Disrupts Supply for Days

OCALA, Fla. – Over the holiday weekend, a lightning strike wreaked havoc…

LYNX Bus Wrap Competition Highlights Eight Central Florida Nonprofits

ORLANDO, Fla. – In a unique initiative aimed at supporting local community…

Urgent Sanitation Measures Ordered as Cruise Ship Faces Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak

THE HAGUE – Following a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship,…

Rescue Efforts Intensify for Seven Villagers Stuck in Flooded Laos Cave

BANGKOK – In central Laos, a rescue mission to free seven villagers…

Asian Markets React to US Strikes in Southern Iran: Oil Prices Fluctuate

Asian markets displayed a mixed performance on Tuesday following a significant development…

Florida Highway Patrol Under Scrutiny for Wrongful Arrest in Fatal Multi-Vehicle Collision

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – A woman was unjustly detained for nearly two…