Love in Pop Culture
What is the famous saga of paranormal romance novels which was inspired by a dream that its author had?
The Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer.
Who are the original "star-crossed lovers?"
What is a synonym for "friend?"
Bestie, BFF, BFFL, platonic soulmate, homie, bro, and the list continues...
What Valentine's candy was first developed on equipment for medical lozenges?
Candy hearts/sweethearts/conversation hearts.
The Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite, was said to have emerged from what?
Seafoam!
What 2021 song about teenage heartache topped the US Billboard Hot 100, making its artist the youngest ever to debut atop the chart, and was certified quadruple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America?
"drivers license" by Olivia Rodrigo.
When lovers gaze into each other's eyes, their ___ synchronize.
Heartbeats.
What color rose is a symbol of friendship?
Yellow.
About how many million roses are sent for Valentine's Day every year?
50 million! Wowza!
Before "X" represented a kiss, what was it a symbol for at the end of a letter?
The cross! Very Christian.
What epic romance and disaster movie was the highest-grossing film of all time until 2010?
Titanic.
Some data has shown that about 60 percent of people have experienced "love at first sight." Which gender (within a binary) has a higher percentage of reporting having experienced "love at first sight?"
Men.
What percentage of children, by age seven, will have had an imaginary friend?
65% of kids, according to a 2004 study, have had imaginary friends.
Which candy giant created the first heart-shaped chocolate box?
Cadbury Chocolates.
Which infamous English king made Valentine's Day an official holiday in the 1500s?
England's King Henry VIII.
Which celebrity wedding had the highest volume of Google searches in 2023?
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s.
What brain chemical is referred to as the "cuddle" or "love hormone?"
Oxytocin.
What day is Galentine's Day celebrated?
February 13th.
Statistically, if a woman purchases flowers on Valentine's Day, who has the highest likelihood of receiving them?
Herself!
Where has Valentine's Day originated from?
Ancient Rome.
What is the chart-topping love song by Whitney Houston that was recorded for the sountrack of The Bodyguard, her film debut, in 1992, and remains the best-selling physical single by a female artist?
"I Will Always Love You."
Where is the top proposal spot world-wide, in terms of popularity?
According to Instagram data analyzed by Celebrity Cruises, Central Park, NY is the top proposal location globally!
Which European country celebrates "Friend's Day" rather than Valentine's Day?
Finland.
What animal will the Bronx Zoo let you name after your loved one on Valentine's Day?
Roach.
How many years old (roughly) is the tradition of passing out Valentines?
Over 600.