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We had no idea this proposal would be such a popular human interest topic with news papers, radio stations, television, the Internet and more. Malissa and I have shared the story on more than 10 morning radio programs from New York to New Zealand.

As of this writing, we've received many calls of interest in the story from all over the world. A Google search shows the wide variety of interest from all over the Internet. Have you seen this proposal in the media? Please tell us about it! Post a comment or send an email.

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flame fall If you are a member of the media, you are welcome to use any parts of the story, photos or video with our press kit once you gain written permission. Thanks for your interest!

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National Examiner
National Examiner Article HOT PROPOSAL
Man sets himself on fire to ask girlfriend to marry him
When Todd Grannis said he was "hot" for his girlfriend Malissa Kusiek, he wasn't kidding...
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American Globe
American Globe Article HUNKA BURNIN' LOVE!
Suitor gets fired up for marriage proposal
Don't try this hotheaded idea at home! A daredevil suitor literally went up in flames to persuade his girlfriend to marry him!
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Grants Pass Daily Courier - Cover Story
Courier article 1 Todd Grannis gets down on a knee and proposes to Malissa Kusiek with a 2.4-carat diamond ring moments after climbing out of his swimming pool. Grannis set himself on fire (left) as a unique way to propose to Kusiek. The stunt was handled by a stuntman and should not be attempted by novices. Read More ->
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Yahoo News
Yahoo article GRANTS PASS, Ore. - To prove his love, a 38-year-old man set himself on fire before getting down on one knee and asking his girlfriend to marry him. About 100 people gathered to watch Todd Grannis perform the flaming stunt on Monday, which involved wearing a cape soaked in gasoline. Read More ->
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Google Articles Search
Google article For the mose current articles published on various news sites world wide, go to http://news.google.com
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Associated Press
AP article Todd Grannis, 38, stands in flames on a 10-foot platform in Grants Pass, Ore., Monday, July 4, 2005, before plunging into a pool. After emerging from the water unscathed, he dropped down on one knee and proposed to his girlfriend, Malissa Kusiek. Grannis said he cam up with th estunt through the help of his friend, professional stuntman Eric Barkey. Read more ->
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Associated Press (Roseburg News)
Roseburg News Article Grants Pass man lights himself on fire to propose to girlfriend
Hot proposal: Todd Grannis, 38, stands in flames on a 10-foot platform in Grants Pass Monday before plunging into a pool. After emerging from the water unscathed, he dropped down on one knee and proposed to his girlfriend, Malissa Kusiek. Read more ->
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Grants Pass Daily Courier - Follow-up Story
Daily Courier article 2 Man's fiery proposal burns up news wire
The winnipeg Sun called Todd Grannis a "Hot to Trot Oregon suitor," while the Kansas City Star said he was a "Hunka hunka burnin' love." What do you expect when you light yourself on fire to propose to you sweeheart? Read more ->
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Caution WARNING! THE HUMAN TORCH STUNT IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS!
This stunt was performed under the direction of a highly experienced professional stuntman and safety crew familiar with this type of stunt. Careful safety measures were employed to protect the stuntman, the audience and the surrounding environment. Trained medical professionals were standing by.

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