The entertainment world witnessed a heartwarming love story unfold between Matt Rogers and Fraser Olendertwo prominent figures in the reality TV and comedy scenes. Their journey from casual acquaintances to a beloved couple has been a delightful narrative for fans, filled with memorable moments and public appearances.
Rogers, co-host of the popular Las Culturistas podcast, and Olender, a star from Below Deckfirst crossed paths in a unique way. Their story began at the Las Culturistas Culture Awardsan event that has become a significant milestone in their relationship.
The Las Culturistas Culture Awards: A Catalyst for Love
The Las Culturistas Culture Awardshosted by Rogers and his longtime friend Bowen Yangis an annual event celebrating pop culture with a twist of humor and creativity. The awards show, which taped in downtown Los Angeles on May 30 and aired on June 17features unconventional categories like the Hilary Duff Award for Millennial Excellence and the Hunger Games Award for Best Huge Franchise.
Rogers revealed that the awards show played a pivotal role in his and Olender’s relationship. “Fraser actually was invited last year and couldn’t make it. He did an interview right after that saying he was disappointed to miss it. It was because of that interview that I even DM’d him! In a way, the Culture Awards were the intro to how we even started talking. I was happy to have him by my side,” Rogers shared with Out.
The couple made their official red carpet debut at the Las Culturistas Culture Awards in Maymarking a significant moment in their relationship. Fans were thrilled to see Olender supporting Rogers, especially since Olender was working overseas on a mega yacht in France at the time.
Navigating Long-Distance Love
Rogers and Olender have been navigating a long-distance relationship, with Olender often working on yachts. Despite the challenges, Rogers shared his tips for maintaining a strong connection. “He’s out working on a yacht again and doing his thing! Being on the show is one thing, but actually going out there and doing it in real life is his real passion. I’m just happy and proud of him. Phone calls are better than texts. FaceTimes are better than phone calls! Try your best to see each other every two to three weeks, as long as you give it a good effort,” Rogers advised.
Yang, Rogers’ co-host and best friend, expressed his joy at seeing Rogers in a happy relationship. “It is so wonderful for me! I got to know Fraser on a human level. Obviously, I’ve seen him on Below Deck and I’m amazed at what he can do. Fraser is someone who knows so much about everything. It’s such a great match with Matt. They’re really wonderful, expansive, worldly people,” Yang said.
The Las Culturistas Culture Awards: A Unique Celebration
The Las Culturistas Culture Awards has gained attention for its unique and humorous approach to celebrating pop culture. The show, which airs on Bravofeatures a star-studded list of nominees and presenters, including Will FerrellRuPauland Hannah Einbinder.
Einbinder, nominated for the All Good Either Way Award for Bisexuality in Mediajoked that this honor was “the most meaningful” of all her Hacks accolades. She suggested that traditional award shows could learn from the Culture Awards by “letting gay people be in charge.”
Joel Kim Boostera longtime friend of Yang and Rogers, added that traditional award shows should “be funny again.” He praised the Culture Awards for its fast-paced humor and suggested that other shows should write for the audience that actually cares about awards.
The Las Culturistas Culture Awards airs on Bravo and Peacock on June 17promising another night of laughter and celebration.
