Amber Kelleher-Andrews
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March 31, 1969
Matchmaker on Ready for Love
Amber Kelleher-Andrews | |
|---|---|
| Born | Amber Van Lent March 31, 1969 |
| Died | April 13, 2025 (aged 56) |
| Occupation(s) | Matchmaker, model, actress |
| Known for | CEO of Kelleher International Matchmaker on Ready for Love |
Amber Kelleher-Andrews (March 31, 1969 – April 13, 2025) was an American relationship matchmaker. She was the co-founder and CEO of Kelleher International, one of the largest matchmaking firms in the United States.[1][2]
In 2013, she was a matchmaker on NBC's Ready for Love.[3]
Kelleher-Andrews studied anthropology in the California State education program at Santa Barbara. Shortly afterwards, she joined film school in San Francisco before moving to Hollywood.[2] Credited as Amber Van Lent, Kelleher-Andrews appeared in films such as Bloodsport III, Mind Rage, and Lying Eyes.[4] She also had roles on TV shows including Baywatch, Melrose Place, and Nash Bridges.[4]
Career
In 1997, she joined her mother’s matchmaking business, Kelleher International, as the CEO of the Los Angeles office.[2][5][6][7]
In addition to her role as CEO, Kelleher-Andrews was an expert relationship consultant on television programs including Good Morning America, the Today Show, and 20/20.[2][8]
Kelleher-Andrews also hosted a radio talk show called The Rules of Engagement on KFWB News Talk 980.[9] She appeared as a matchmaker on NBC's Ready for Love in 2013.[3]
Death
Kelleher-Andrews died on April 13, 2025, at the age of 56.[10] Richard Branson, a longtime friend, paid tribute.[11]