12 weird jobs you'll be surprised to know exist

Carla Axtman

Professional cuddler Samantha Hess relaxes with Portland musician KaiKani Seven Vanity.

It seems as though we can pay people to do anything for us these days: walk our dogs, build our furniture, organize our homes ... cuddle with us when we're feeling lonely.

That's right: You care hire a professional cuddler to snuggle with you for about $60 an hour. You can also pay an "undercover bridesmaid" to stand next to you on your big day, or a professional mourner to cry with you at a loved one's funeral.

Those are just a few of the weirdest jobs we found while compiling our list of the most unusual professionals.

Keep scrolling to see all 12.