'Finding Prince Charming' Finalist Tells His Side of the Story (Video)

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Finding Prince Charming Finalist Tells His Side of the Story
Brandon Kneefel shares lessons learned and exclusive behind-the-scenes insights on Logo's gay dating show.
 Daniel Reynolds
          
          Nov 05, 2016
          
        
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It was an emotional conclusion to Finding Prince Charming, Logo's groundbreaking gay dating competition.
Robert Sepulveda Jr. had to choose between two friends: Eric Leonardos and Brandon Kneefel.
Ultimately, Sepulveda selected Leonardos to wear the final black tie. It was an end to an eventful season, which began with a revelation that Sepulveda had a history of sex work. Leonardos also came out as HIV-positive on the show.
Below, watch Kneefel respond to the the episode and offer exclusive behind-the-scenes revelations about his experience.

        
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