Remember when Orlando Bloom was the heartthrob of the 2000s? Legolas with the flowing locks, the swashbuckling pirate who could smolder with a single stare? Well, turns out even being ridiculously good-looking, famous, and rich doesn’t guarantee smooth sailing in love. According to this Yahoo article, Bloom hasn’t exactly had the best luck lately—and insiders point to personality as the missing piece.

Which just proves what we’ve been saying forever: looks, money, fame—they’re like sprinkles on a sundae. Tasty, sure. But if the ice cream underneath is bland, no one’s coming back for seconds.

Think about it. We’ve all met someone who looks like they just stepped off a magazine cover… and five minutes into talking to them, you’re silently begging for the check. Meanwhile, someone else with killer jokes, a little weirdness, and some genuine charm? Suddenly, they’re the sexiest person in the room.

On OBC, that’s the sweet spot. Yeah, great photos help. But what really seals the deal is your personality. Are you funny? Confident without being cocky? Do you ask questions instead of monologuing about your gym routine? (Please, for the love of God, no monologues.) That’s the good stuff people remember.

So the next time you fire off a message on OBC, don’t stress about sounding like a celebrity—or a pirate elf prince. Be you. Be bold, be flirty, be a little cheeky. Drop a playful opener, crack a joke, or show you actually read their profile. It’s personality that gets the “yes” to a drink, a laugh, or whatever comes next.

Bottom line: If Orlando Bloom can learn that personality is key, so can you. Don’t just look good—sound good. Show who you are. Because on OBC, the hottest thing you can be is real. Let your best self shine in your next message on OBC—you never know who might fall for the you behind the profile pic.