Love Is Blind Season 8: Daniel Hastings’ Age, Job, Instagram & More

“Short King” Daniel Hasting’s Love Is Blind journey seems to be leading to a wedding with Taylor Haag, and it’s time to share some fascinating facts about him. Three Love Is Blind episodes remain, so there’s always a chance these two might not actually make it down the aisle. Regardless, Daniel’s passions (Christmas, faith, and family) are endearing, although there was drama when he allegedly added Taylor to Instagram before filming the show. Daniel seems very genuine, and the way he and Taylor were able to move past their issues is promising for them as a couple.

Love Is Blind season 8 has led to a few couples finding connections, while others, like Sara Carton and Ben Mezzenga and Alex Brown and Madison Errichiello, have already fizzled out. The true test of the couples on Love Is Blind comes after their identities are revealed, as they are then tasked with trying to build lives together while cameras watch their every move. Of course, because it’s reality TV, Love Is Blind is bound to have drama as the couples plan their futures.

Love Is Blind Season 8: Daniel Hastings’ Age

Daniel Is 30 Years Old

Daniel is a Taurus who was 29 years old when he appeared on Love Is Blind, but is now 30 years old, according to his official Netflix bio. He shared on Love Is Blind that he was a Gerber baby model, and with his boyish good looks now, it’s understandable that casting agents chose him to model for the iconic baby food brand. Daniel has also been open about how his height, 5’8,” has made it difficult to date, but he’s made peace with his stature, embracing his “Short King” identity on the show.

Daniel currently lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where Love Is Blind season 8 was filmed. It’s unclear whether Daniel was born and raised in Minnesota, or simply lives there now as an adult. According to Daniel‘s Instagram, he spends a lot of time at Side Lake, Minnesota, hanging out with friends. He’s now 30 years old, and Daniel seems to be ready to grow up, find his soulmate and settle down with her.

Love Is Blind Season 8: Daniel Hastings’ Job

Daniel Works In Sales

Daniel identified himself as a sales account executive on Love Is Blind. Elite Daily reported that Daniel works for Popular Equipment Finance, which is based in Minnesota. Of course, it’s well known that Daniel also previously worked as a child model as well. There are no profiles for a “Daniel Hastings” in Minnesota on LinkedIn, so while some details of his professional life and career are unknown, Daniel shares a lot more about himself on social media.

Love Is Blind Season 8: Daniel Hastings’ Instagram

Daniel Shares His Love Of Family, Friends And Christmas Online

It’s clear from Daniel’s online presence that he loves his parents a lot. In 2020, Daniel posted a series of photos to Instagram to commemorate their 30th wedding anniversary, writing “happy 30th to these beauties. my wife and I have big shoes to fill.” Daniel’s parents are a huge inspiration for him, as he often shares throwback photos of them in honor of birthdays and other holidays. He obviously wants a marriage like theirs someday.

Speaking of holidays, Daniel, whose Instagram handle is @danielhastings_, is a big fan of Christmas. He and Taylor both share a love for the holiday, which has played out on Love Is Blind. Every year, Daniel does his own Christmas-themed photo shoot, calling it his Christmas card for friends and family. In his Instagram bio, he even refers to himself as the “Christmas Card Connoisseur.” It seems to be a fun tradition for him each year, as Daniel does full-on themed photo shoots for his Christmas cards.