It’s hard enough finding a date these days. But if you think you’ve got it bad, just remember poor Peter Boyle, who only became a ladies' man when he was dressed as a monster.

That’s right. According to Boyle, who previously starred in the 1974 film Young Frankenstein, women were quite attracted to Boyle when he appeared as The Monster.

“It’s a funny thing, but I had to turn into a Monster before finding a role in which I am attracted to the opposite sex,” Boyle said during an interview with the Okmulgee Daily Times. “To be sure, it’s a rather outlandish attraction, but it’s there.”

However, Boyle wasn’t entirely thrilled with his newfound following of fans. “I’m afraid I found this reaction more interesting than flattering,” said Boyle. “After all, a man would rather be found attractive for himself rather than as a caricature; however, women are curious creatures...they respond to a male who is different from any man in their experience.”

Boyle wasn’t the only monster with a collective of enthusiastic fans. “I am told that Boris Karloff had an enthusiastic feminine following,” said the actor, referencing the original 1931 film.

Still, Boyle seemed to believe that the attraction to him wasn’t simply skin deep. While women were attracted to the Monster for his appearance, they sympathized with him because of his heart.

“I have to play him as lovable a good deal of the time, and perhaps the ladies recognize that quality,” said Boyle.