http://www.salon.com/2012/11/08/weird_news_new_york_woman_works_as_professional_cuddler/

Thursday, Nov 8, 2012 10:19 PM UTC

Weird news: New York woman works as professional cuddler

A 29-year-old woman who sells "snuggles" for $60 per hour says "this is not about sex"

By Prachi Gupta
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Jackie Samuel of Rochester, N.Y., has received so much business that she has recruited a second cuddler to join her:

 

Prachi Gupta is an Assistant News Editor for Salon, focusing on pop culture. Follow her on Twitter at @prachigu or email her at pgupta@salon.com.