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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Drag Race UK star shares key tips to nailing your dating profile
Kitty Scott-Claus, who appeared in the third series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, has seen plenty of dating profile pictures in their time - and knows what works and what doesn't Kitty Scott-Claus, a star from Drag Race UK, has revealed their expert advice for crafting the ideal online dating profile picture. The 33 year old drag queen, who is no stranger to striking a pose for the camera, has seen numerous profile pictures that simply don't make the cut. According to Kitty: ditch the mirror selfies and spice up your dating profile with a mix of smirks, laughs, and pouts to capture your true self. The dating-expert insists on authenticity but says the most important element is to simply ensure that the photos you're using on dating profiles are current – to avoid awkward moments when meeting in real life. No matter if you're scouring the apps for Mr Right or just Mr Right Now, Kitty's guidance, shared in collaboration with Grindr, could be the ticket to boosting your match rate. The celebrity dished out pearls of wisdom following a survey of 500 online daters, which highlighted that nearly of dating-app users grapple with snapping a flawless profile pic. Kitty Scott-Claus said: "There is quite a bit of pressure to get it right. You have even less time to make a first impression on a dating app than you do in real life, so that initial picture is all-important." Data shows daters make swift judgements, taking just about 14.6 seconds to determine whether someone has piqued their interest or not. It is no surprise then that individuals typically cycle through 10 photos before they are content enough to post one. Four in ten admitted they have been actively 'turned off' by a bad online picture someone has taken of themselves, even though they may have been interested. Similarly, almost half have been on a date who turned out to look nothing like their profile picture. Over a third of respondents said they are put off by profiles without face pictures, 32% dislike 'overly sexual' poses, and 29% are turned off by the obvious use of face filters or heavy editing. Tristan Pineiro, a spokesperson from Grindr, said: "In today's digital dating world, your profile picture is often your first impression – so put your best photo forward." He added: "While it can be tempting to choose an old photo or heavily filtered image, it's far more effective to show the real you. People are looking for genuine connections, and that starts with being upfront about who you are, including how you look." KITTY SCOTT-CLAUS' TOP TIPS FOR DATING SNAPS: Refresh that throwback If your profile pic's older than your last 'situationship', it's time to update. That blurry beach snap from 2015? Cute memory but not a vibe for 2025. Make it a moment Strike a pose that tells a story of who you are, give them something to ask about in the DMs. Snap your pics when you're feeling fab - whether that's fresh from a spin class or living your best life at Mighty Hoopla. Your joy is your glow-up. Confidence is sexy Embrace every part of you, confidence is sexier than fantasy. Don't try to be someone you think people want; we're here for the most authentic you. Got killer arms? A dazzling smile? Show it off. Modesty is cute, but confidence is the real thirst trap. No group gaggles We want a date, not a game of Guess Who. This is your moment to shine, solo. Switch it up One blank stare in five mirror selfies? No ma'am it's not cute. The best dating profiles bring a range of vibes: smirks, laughs, pouts – even serious can look sexy.
Metro
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Drag Race star reveals how Supreme Court trans ruling affects drag queens now
RuPaul's Drag Race star Kitty Scott-Claus has revealed how the Supreme Court ruling on transgender people has affected drag queens. The series three finalist spoke about how her fellow drag queens and other members of the LGBTQ+ community have felt 'dehumanised' by what the ruling means for toilet access. In April the Supreme Court ruled that the definitions of 'sex' and 'woman' in Equality Act 2010 refer to 'biological sex'. The Equalities and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) then recommended in a interim guidance that 'trans women (biological men) should not be permitted to use the women's facilities' in public spaces. Speaking at festival Mighty Hoopla yesterday, Kitty Scott-Claus told Metro how the ruling has changed how she feels when working in drag. 'If I'm in drag going to the toilet now I'm like, 'Well, what do I do?' 'Because normally I would just go to the ladies toilets if I'm presenting as a woman. 'If this is happening to me in drag, for our trans and non-binary siblings it so how invasive and dehumanising.' Kitty said many of her fellow drag artists feel the exact same way, but are aware that other members of the LGBTQ+ community are also struggling. She added: 'Everyone just thinks it's the biggest joke. 'It feels like a joke that we're gonna wake up from and be like, 'Oh, well. That was a disaster.' 'Stuff like this makes me so proud to stand with charities like Not A Phase and to stand with our trans siblings. 'We need to show our support for them now more than ever.' Reflecting on pride marches set to hit the UK during Pride Month, Kitty said they should return to their roots of being 'protest' events. 'We need to remember, like, Pride started as a protest,' she said. 'It is a protest. It is to show we're here, we're proud, we're queer.' The drag star was speaking during Mighty Hoopla, where she interacted with fans in 'Grindr's Gaybourhood' area of the festival. She spent most of the afternoon standing on a large Grindr bus, which will travel around Europe to promote inclusivity. The dating app's head of marketing and communications, Tristan Pineiro, told Metro: 'Festivals like Mighty Hoopla bring everyone together. 'We are continuing to show up and be proud and unapologetic. 'That is our way of furthering the cause. We're not going anywhere.' Mighty Hoopla is a two day pop festival, popular with the LGBTQ+ community, running over the weekend May 31 and June 1. The festival went ahead after fears it would be cancelled after the High Court backed a campaign by some residents claiming that the application for permission to hold the events had failed to meet all requirements. Speaking about the decision, Kitty said she was relieved that festival goers were still able to gather. More Trending She added: 'They want me to go home and sit in a quiet, dark room and read a book. Sorry, life is for living. 'Queer inclusive spaces shutting down all over the place and I think it's a sign of the times. 'We need these spaces. They're so important now more than ever.' Other acts performing at Mighty Hoopla this year have included Ciara, Kesha, Jade, Lulu, and dozens of other acts. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Bimini: Trans people in public toilets aren't your enemies – they're victims
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Drag Race UK star shares top tips for the perfect dating profile pic – from no group snaps to switching it up
The star has also revealed the single 'all-important' thing you must do on your profile SWIPE RIGHT Drag Race UK star shares top tips for the perfect dating profile pic – from no group snaps to switching it up Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DRAG Race UK star Kitty Scott-Claus has shared their top tips for the perfect online dating profile pic – flaunt it, strike a pose and avoid group photos. The 33-year-old knows a thing or two about looking their best for the camera - and has seen countless profile pics which don't cut it. 4 Drag Race UK star Kitty Scott-Claus has shared their top tips for online dating 4 The star says the best profiles include a range of photos, not just mirror selfies Credit: Ben Stevens/PinPep 4 Kitty Scott-Claus added that it's important to be authentic on your profile Credit: Ben Stevens/PinPep Mirror selfies aren't recommended, instead Kitty claims the best dating profiles bring a range of vibes including smirks, laughs and pouts. And it's important to be authentic, rather than trying to be someone you think people want. But the most important element is to simply ensure that the photos you're using on dating profiles, are current – to avoid awkward moments when meeting in real life. This applies whether you're on the apps looking for Mr Right, or Mr Right Now, according to Kitty's tips, in collaboration with Grindr. The star revealed their top tips after a poll of 500 adults who use online dating platforms found 45 per cent struggle to get the perfect shot of themselves. Kitty Scott-Claus said: "There is quite a bit of pressure to get it right. 'You have even less time to make a first impression on a dating app than you do in real life, so that initial picture is all-important.' The research also found it takes an average of 10 attempted pictures taken before people decide they're happy enough to upload one. While 42 per cent admitted they've been actively 'turned off' by a bad online snap, of someone they may otherwise have been interested in. And 41 per cent have been on a date who turned out to look nothing like their profile snap. Danni Menzies opens up about catfish hell that haunts her social media and how they're cashing in on pretending to be her. On average, it takes just 14.6 seconds for daters to decide if they're looking at someone they want to connect with. And while 34 per cent say their biggest online dating pic ick is no face pictures, 32 per cent dislike 'overly sexual' poses. While 29 per cent get turned off by obvious use of face filters or heavy editing, according to the OnePoll research. Tristan Pineiro, a spokesperson from Grindr, said: 'In today's digital dating world, your profile picture is often your first impression – so put your best photo forward. 'While it can be tempting to choose an old photo or heavily filtered image, it's far more effective to show the real you. 'People are looking for genuine connections, and that starts with being upfront about who you are, including how you look.' Kitty Scott-Claus' top tips for dating snaps Refresh that throwback. If your profile pic's older than your last situationship, it's time to update. That blurry beach snap from 2015? Cute memory but not a vibe for 2025. Make it a moment. Strike a pose that tells a story of who you are, give them something to ask about in the DMs. Snap your pics when you're feeling fab - whether that's fresh from a spin class or living your best life at Mighty Hoopla. Your joy is your glow-up. Confidence is sexy. Embrace every part of you, confidence is sexier than fantasy. Don't try to be someone you think people want; we're here for the most authentic you. Got killer arms? A dazzling smile? Show it off. Modesty is cute, but confidence is the real thirst trap. No group gaggles. We want a date, not a game of Guess Who. This is your moment to shine, solo. Switch it up. One blank stare in five mirror selfies? No ma'am it's not cute. The best dating profiles bring a range of vibes: smirks, laughs, pouts – even serious can look sexy.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Drag Race UK star shares top tips for the perfect dating profile pic – from no group snaps to switching it up
DRAG Race UK star Kitty Scott-Claus has shared their top tips for the perfect online dating profile pic – flaunt it, strike a pose and avoid group photos. The 33-year-old knows a thing or two about looking their best for the camera - and has seen countless profile pics which don't cut it. Advertisement 4 Drag Race UK star Kitty Scott-Claus has shared their top tips for online dating 4 The star says the best profiles include a range of photos, not just mirror selfies Credit: Ben Stevens/PinPep 4 Kitty Scott-Claus added that it's important to be authentic on your profile Credit: Ben Stevens/PinPep Mirror selfies aren't recommended, instead Kitty claims the best dating profiles bring a range of vibes including smirks, laughs and pouts. And it's important to be authentic, rather than trying to be someone you think people want. But the most important element is to simply ensure that the photos you're using on dating profiles, are current – to avoid awkward moments when meeting in real life. This applies whether you're on the apps looking for Mr Right, or Mr Right Now, according to Kitty's tips, in collaboration with Advertisement Read More on Showbiz The star revealed their top tips after a poll of 500 adults who use online dating platforms found 45 per cent struggle to get the perfect shot of themselves. Kitty Scott-Claus said: "There is quite a bit of pressure to get it right. 'You have even less time to make a first impression on a dating app than you do in real life, so that initial picture is all-important.' The research also found it takes an average of 10 attempted pictures taken before people decide they're happy enough to upload one. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Breaking Exclusive While 42 per cent admitted they've been actively 'turned off' by a bad online snap , of someone they may otherwise have been interested in. And 41 per cent have been on a date who turned out to look nothing like their profile snap . Danni Menzies opens up about catfish hell that haunts her social media and how they're cashing in on pretending to be her. On average, it takes just 14.6 seconds for daters to decide if they're looking at someone they want to connect with. And while 34 per cent say their biggest online dating pic ick is no face pictures, 32 per cent dislike 'overly sexual' poses. Advertisement While 29 per cent get turned off by obvious use of face filters or heavy editing, according to the OnePoll research. Tristan Pineiro, a spokesperson from Grindr, said: 'In today's digital dating world, your profile picture is often your first impression – so put your best photo forward. 'While it can be tempting to choose an old photo or heavily filtered image, it's far more effective to show the real you. 'People are looking for genuine connections, and that starts with being upfront about who you are, including how you look.' Advertisement Kitty Scott-Claus' top tips for dating snaps Refresh that throwback. If your profile pic's older than your last situationship, it's time to update. That blurry beach snap from 2015? Cute memory but not a vibe for 2025. Make it a moment. Strike a pose that tells a story of who you are, give them something to ask about in the DMs. Snap your pics when you're feeling fab - whether that's fresh from a spin class or living your best life at Mighty Hoopla. Your joy is your glow-up. Confidence is sexy. Embrace every part of you, confidence is sexier than fantasy. Don't try to be someone you think people want; we're here for the most authentic you. Got killer arms? A dazzling smile? Show it off. Modesty is cute, but confidence is the real thirst trap. No group gaggles. We want a date, not a game of Guess Who. This is your moment to shine, solo. Switch it up. One blank stare in five mirror selfies? No ma'am it's not cute. The best dating profiles bring a range of vibes: smirks, laughs, pouts – even serious can look sexy. 4 Kitty Scott-Claus said you should always make sure your dating profile pictures are current - to avoid any awkward moments when you first meet Credit: Ben Stevens/PinPep
