Dating can be tricky because people often keep secrets from their partners. A 2023 study found that nearly two-thirds of Tinder users are already in relationships or married. But that’s just the beginning of what people have discovered about their dates. In an online discussion, one person asked what the craziest thing was that someone learned about a partner. The responses were surprising, revealing some outrageous lies.
One person shared that a man claimed his half-sister was pregnant and that he was upset because she suspected her husband of cheating. In reality, she was his wife, the godson was his son, and he was the one who had been unfaithful.
Another person recalled going on a date with a guy who said he was 26. However, when the waiter mistakenly gave her his ID, she found out he was actually 50. He looked young and fit, but she left and blocked him immediately.
Someone else recounted a date with a man who said he and his wife were separated but still lived together to raise their kids. In another story, a woman dated a man claiming he was getting a divorce, even going with him to tattoo removal appointments. It turned out he wasn’t getting divorced at all.
One person noticed that a woman’s belongings were at the man’s place. He claimed his wife had died, but she eventually learned that his estranged wife was alive, and he had a girlfriend who was away on deployment.
Another individual found out that a man had lied about his age, saying he was 42 when he was actually 59. One person found out that a man had told her his children were 12 and 14, but they were actually her age, 28.
A former partner turned out to be a chronic liar, including a big secret about having a year-long affair with his best friend’s fiancé. One person shared that a man only asked her out because they both had red hair, wanting red-haired kids. He even told his mother that she was an atheist, asking what she would teach his future grandchildren about God.
Another person dated a man casually for several years, who often talked about wanting a serious relationship, but she knew he was just looking for fun. He once professed his love over the phone.
These stories highlight how surprising and sometimes shocking dating can be. Have you ever discovered something unbelievable about someone you dated?
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Source: Bored Panda, by Jonas Žvilius