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Antonio Sabato Jr. Is Looking For Love

By Amber James Posted Aug 12th 2009 12:39PM

Antonio Sabato Jr. is known for his Casanova persona and looking great in a mile-high billboard wearing only his Calvin Klein underwear. While he's had a successful acting and modeling career, finding love hasn't come easy for him. At 37, he's ready to put his heart on the line for his new VH1 reality dating show, 'My Antonio', which premieres Aug. 16 at 10 p.m. PopEater sat down with Mr. Sabato to chat about love and how the show dropped a huge "bombshell" on him by bringing on his ex-wife.

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Antonio Sabato Jr. stopped by the PopEater offices for a quick photo shoot and interview. See our exclusive photos.

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Antonio Sabato Jr. interviewed for PopEater.

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Antonio Sabato Jr. interviewed for PopEater.

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Antonio Sabato Jr. interviewed for PopEater.

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Antonio Sabato Jr. interviewed for PopEater.

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Antonio Sabato Jr. interviewed for PopEater.

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Antonio Sabato Jr. interviewed for PopEater.

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Antonio Sabato Jr. interviewed for PopEater.

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Let's be frank. Most reality dating couples don't end up together when the show ends. Were you at all skeptical of actually finding true love?
"I was very skeptical. But I think relationships are tough no matter what -- whether you're in the real world or in front of a camera. This is not a scripted show either. I wanted to be real to who I am. When we get down to the core, I wanted to find out if these girls were here for me and for the right reasons. Maybe the majority is here for the limelight and fame, but maybe there is one here for me. The odds are not on my favor, but you never know."

During the first episode, you actually eliminate one girl just minutes after meeting her. What made you kick her to the curb so quickly?
"If I feel there is no real connection, then she had to leave. I didn't want to make the show fake or keep people around just for the sake of it. I told VH1 beforehand that if at any given moment I wanted to send someone home, it is my choice, even if it wasn't on elimination night."

Going on a reality dating show is a lot different than dating in the real world. What was it like having to juggle all those women at once?
"It is different, and I am certainly not that person. I like to date one person at a time and am very private. Dating nowadays is hard anyway. Ultimately it is about my life and hopefully finding the right person."

Antonio Talks About the 'My Antonio' Bombshell Moment

An unexpected moment on the show occurs when your ex-wife, Tully Jenson returns, saying she's still in love with you. Were you blindsided?
"My manager and co-producers knew, but I was the only one who didn't know. I was blown away. What you see is what you get on the show. It shocked me. As a matter of fact, I had to leave and go back to my place because I really had to think about it. I haven't seen her in many, many years and am a completely different person than when I was 18. I was intrigued by this person and wanted to know, 'Why are you here? What's going on? Are you trying to be famous?' Yeah, it was shocking and unbelievable."

Did the women have to do anything crazy to prove their love to you?
"I wanted to shock and scare these girls sometimes. I asked VH1 to give me pretty much everything, like diving with sharks and skydiving from 20,000 feet. I asked for a lot of crazy stuff – but didn't get everything I wanted though."

You have two children from other relationships. Do they know you're on this reality dating show?
"They don't know anything about it... I am a proud father, and I believe I am a really good dad. I love my children, and they adore me. [My kids] know I am doing a show, but I am a actor and have been doing this my whole life, so they really don't pay too much attention to it."

I have to ask, is there a happy ending at the end of 'My Antonio'?
"I can't say anything about the ending, but this show is certainly different. It is going to take reality TV to a whole new level. It is a compelling show of determination and integrity. We'll see how it goes. I am very excited."

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So if you could choose your next acting gig, what would it be?
"I would love to be on 'Lost' before it is over. Also 'Entourage' is great. I know Mark [Walhberg], and we've worked together. Those are my favorite shows."

Nice. Well, it's been great chatting with you. Any plans to take in the sights around Manhattan?
"Actually, I went to go see 'Hair' on Broadway last night. It was awesome.Every time I come to New York, I go see a musical or play... After the second act, one of the dancers pulled me out, and I started dancing with her in the aisle. It was an awesome show."

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Saturday 15 August

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Grade A Beef

Saturday 15 August

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The guy is fine, but I am having a tough time believing what that creep at www.rareiron.com has said. OH well

Saturday 15 August

By Baby Blue Eyes

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Hot and sexy man"
NO way its true what there saying. NO WAY"

Saturday 15 August

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MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM
Lies are all I can say about rareiron.com Not him!

Saturday 15 August

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I guess I don't get what the big thing is over him. I don't find him that attractive. Even though this is my own personal opinion, I really hope he does find someone that can make him happy. All the best to you, Antonio.

Monday 24 August

By pissedinboston

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Antonio is a jerk! Apparently I am too!
I just watched the first few minutes of his show and turned it of in disgust at his rude behavior to one of the woman on the show. I was a fan of his (ok, his looks) and was happy to see he had a show. I was genuinely happy because I liked him and felt bad he was not a bigger star. I was fooled into thinking he was a nice guy because of his nice smile (admittedly a swayed by his good looks). Then while meeting the woman who were willing to put themselves out there in order to get a chance at love with him (discussions about reality dating aside for now) he pulls one off to the side after seeming to dislike her feet and tell her to go home. The look of hurt and embarrassment on her face was so painful. How could someone be so cruel on national tv. Antonio – YOU ARE A JERK! And I am too for basing my opinion of you on your looks.
I will NEVER watch anything with you again! And as a gay man that is a lot to give up! Every gay man or person who cares about the feelings of others should do the same thing!
You should apologize on national tv to that woman and admit that what you did had more to do with ratings than it did anything about her.

I hope the woman he was so rude to knows she is beautiful!

Sincerely,

Done with Antonio!

Tuesday 25 August

By LAURA CIRELLI

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I would like to express my view on your selection of your partner.This is not to offend you let go of your ex.Look for the right person for you,that makes you happy.There alot fishes in the sea.Chose the right one.Let go of the past look for a bright future.Listen to your heart and think with your head.

Monday 31 August

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antonio,what is your bloodline in your family.?i think tania is right choice for you.wandasmith57@yahoo.com

Monday 31 August

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YOU ARE VERY RIGHT.ANTONIO DOES NOT NEED TO GO BACK TO HIS X.TANIA IS SAME BLOODLINE AS ANTONIO IS.

Friday 25 September

By Miss. Carolyn Griggs

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Antonio,

I believe in my heart and soul that you are truly a blessing for any woman to have as her spouse. I have never met you but the look in your eyes seems to show honesty and integrity or you are truly a hell of an actor! (smile) You appear to very humble and loyal...yes the bible states that the man will find his wife but I do not think he intended for it to be in the form of a reality show. Your blessing will arrive and it might be what you least expected. No, there is no such thing as a perfect man or woman, sometimes we make due with what we were blessed with and it becomes priceless! Also, with respect to your mom...tell her she did a "Great" job! (smile)

Thursday 08 October

By Chocolate Bunny

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Oh Yeah, he's HOT!!! I won't kick him out of my bed!!

Wednesday 11 November

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For those who say Antonio is a has been are ignorant of one important fact. Unlike their female counterparts, male supermodels can remain at the the top of their game until the age of 50 or so. Case in point, is their another male model that looks better than Antonio at his age? The only one I can think of is Swedish supermodel Marcus.

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