The 25 women vying for the heart of Grant Ellis on Season 29 of “The Bachelor” have been revealed.
Ranging in age from 25 to 32, the cast includes two nurses, a pair of models, a couple of interior designers, a boxing trainer and a luxury travel host. The journey to find out who has the best connection with Ellis, a 31-year-old day trader from New Jersey, starts on Jan. 27.
Fans may remember Ellis from Jenn Tran’s season of “The Bachelorette,” where he was eliminated before hometowns. According to a press release, “Before his emotional exit, fans saw Ellis’ genuine desire to build a future centered on family. The former pro basketball player is passionate about his career as a day trader; but when he’s not immersed in the fast-paced world of finance, he can be found cheering on the Lakers, hitting strikes at the bowling alley, or belting out tunes at karaoke nights. As the Bachelor, Ellis is eager to embark on a journey filled with romance, adventure and genuine connections. He hopes to find a partner who shares his values of loyalty, humor and a deep appreciation for life’s simple pleasures.”
“The Bachelor” is produced by Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Warner Horizon. Claire Freeland, Bennett Graebner, Tim Warner and Peter Gust serve as executive producers.
Season 29 of “The Bachelor” premieres on ABC on Jan. 27 at 8 p.m. ET, and will stream the next day on Hulu. See all of the women’s photos and bios below.
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ALEXE
New Brunswick, Canada
Pediatric Speech Therapist, 27
Alexe is a small-town girl looking for a big-time love. The Canadian beauty grew up on a farm surrounded by goats, bunnies and chickens, which led to her lifelong love of animals. In her free time, she loves to travel, play beach volleyball, and make all her friends laugh. Alexe is bubbly, fluent in French and always knows how to get the party started. She is ready to find the man of her dreams and wants someone who is open-minded, hardworking and an all-around good human. We can’t wait to see if there’s true amour between Alexe and Grant.
Fun Facts:
– Alexe is addicted to cooking competition shows.
– Alexe loves ketchup chips.
– Alexe doesn’t do karaoke. Ever. -
ALLI JO
Manalapan, N.J.
Boxing Trainer, 30
Alli Jo is outgoing, bubbly and ready to find a love worth fighting for. She currently works as a boxing trainer, and while she’s passionate about working in fitness, it’s the chance at true love that has become the priority in her life. She loves being other people’s biggest cheerleader and hopes to find someone who will do the same for her. When she’s not sweating it out in the gym, Alli Jo loves going to the beach, planning trips, and trying new types of workouts. She is so excited to meet our Bachelor because she is just as ready to find true love as he is. Get ready, Grant, because Alli Jo is ready for a new ring in her life.
Fun Facts:
– You will never see Alli Jo leave the house without lipstick on.
– Alli Jo is very organized but is terrible at folding.
– Alli Jo dreams of shopping in Dubai.
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ALLYSHIA
Tampa, Fla.
Interior Designer, 29
Allyshia is a beautiful catch with a huge heart. The former pageant queen is currently the longest-reigning Miss California and isn’t afraid of taking risks. A lifelong equestrian lover, Allyshia is obsessed with all things horses but also loves a great beach day and hanging out with her dogs Bentley and Bagel. Allyshia is a hopeless romantic who’s ready for a fairy-tale type of love. The first test for her Prince Charming? Winning the approval of her family! Allyshia believes true love is within her reach, and we hope she’s right.
Fun Facts:
– Allyshia drove a Barbie-pink Vespa in college.
– Allyshia is a typical Scorpio… very mysterious.
– Allyshia is a pumpkin spice season queen.
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BAILEY
Atlanta, Ga.
Social Media Manager, 27
Bailey is a loyal, witty and confident woman who is always on the go. This jet-setter lives a fast-paced life and loves being a social butterfly no matter where she is on the globe. When she’s not working in social media, she loves to shop, dance and play with her toy poodle, Easa. Bailey is looking for a man who is funny, thoughtful and very family oriented (and bonus points for a guy who can snap a cute pic of her). Bailey loves living life to the fullest, and she’s hoping Grant is along for the ride.
Fun Facts:
– Bailey’s comfort items include bread and a heating pad.
– Bailey once took a flight solely for the purpose of leveling up her status with an airline.
– Bailey dreams of seeing a polar bear IRL. -
BEVERLY
Howard Beach, N.Y.
Insurance Salesperson, 30
With a beautiful smile and a personality to match, Beverly is a sweetheart ready to find love. She comes from a close-knit, loving family, and her parents’ 30-plus-year marriage has been the blueprint for the kind of love she wants for herself. Beverly is ready for a man that will truly love her. She’s looking for a partner who is trustworthy, kind and understanding. When she’s not working, Beverly likes to go shopping or watch her favorite movies like “Titanic” and “The Princess Diaries.” Will Beverly find her fairy-tale ending with Grant? Only time will tell…
Fun Facts:
– Beverly’s closet is color coordinated.
– Beverly aspires to visit all seven continents.
– Beverly’s first concert was the Jonas Brothers. -
CAROLINA
Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
Public Relations Producer, 28
Carolina is a bold beauty who isn’t afraid to go after what she wants or speak her mind (in English, Spanish or French). Carolina is super adventurous and loves to be the life of the party. She wants her relationship to feel like a movie and is hopeful to find a man who can live up to her childhood crush, Joe Jonas. She’s ready to settle down with someone who is ambitious and honest, and is excited to meet our Bachelor. Will Carolina catch the “Love Bug” with Grant? Sure hope so!
Fun Facts:
– Carolina describes her vibe as “cool grandma.”
– Carolina’s pet peeve is menus with no photos.
– Carolina dreams of being roasted by Nikki Glaser. -
CHLOIE
New York, N.Y.
Model, 27
This Midwest beauty moved to the Big Apple to chase her dreams of being a fashion model. Her dreams came true when she landed her first major brand campaign, and there’s been no turning back since. When she’s not working it in front of the camera, Chloie enjoys hosting dinner parties or watching rom-com classics like “You’ve Got Mail” and “When Harry Met Sally.” She is looking for someone who is family oriented, ready to settle down and dreams of having so many kids they could form a basketball team. Are Chloie and Grant destined to live happily ever after? We’re excited to find out!
Fun Facts:
– Chloie loves a dirty martini.
– Chloie still sleeps with her baby blanket. #NoShame
– Chloie dreams of seeing herself on a billboard in NYC.
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CHRISTINA
Fargo, N.D.
Marketing Director, 26
Christina is a resilient, optimistic and independent thrill-seeker who isn’t afraid to drift a C6 Corvette or even jump out of an airplane. Unapologetically herself, Christina is looking for a man who will embrace her fun-loving personality and always show up for her. When she’s not working, she loves to spend time outdoors and hang out with her friends at the lake or at wine nights. Christina is ready to find her match and plans to drive straight into the arms of our Bachelor Grant.
Fun Facts:
– Christina loves matcha.
– Christina hopes to start a clothing line inspired by her grandparents.
– Christina’s favorite holiday is Thanksgiving. -
DINA
Chicago, Ill.
Attorney, 31
Dina can accomplish anything she puts her mind to, and now, she’s set on finding her husband! While her career as an attorney has taken the front seat for most of her adult life, she’s finally ready to shift her focus and put her personal life first. Being one of 11 siblings, Dina is looking for someone who is kind, ambitious and family oriented. Most of Dina’s best friends are either married or in a serious relationship, and she’s ready to join the club! Dina likes to consider herself a little mysterious, but she’s ready to let her guard down if it means letting in a man like Grant.
Fun Facts:
– Dina has never met anyone who is cleaner and more organized than she is.
– Dina wishes she had more time to read for fun.
– When asked what her favorite style of dance is, she says “Dina Dancing.” #IYKYK -
ELLA
Los Angeles, Calif.
Luxury Travel Host, 25
Ella is a passionate and hopeless romantic who’s ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Ella comes from a close-knit Filipino family and is very excited to share her culture with her future partner. She is ready to be in a loyal, committed relationship and is looking for someone who isn’t afraid to settle down. Luckily for Ella, her friends have all told her that Grant is her type. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending quality time with loved ones over good food and watching live basketball games. Ella finds herself happiest when she’s reading romance novels or traveling around the world, so hope your passport is up to date, Grant!
Fun Facts:
– Ella prefers glamping over camping.
– Growing up, Ella’s favorite look was a shirt with Justin Bieber’s face on it.
– Ella loves to play badminton. -
J’NAE
Colorado Springs, Colo.
Account Coordinator, 28
J’Nae is ready to shoot her shot with Grant. She is a former overseas basketball pro who is looking for a reliable and charismatic man who will restore her faith in love. J’Nae is empathetic and funny, and she admires her mom, who taught her the true meaning of selfless, unconditional love. When she’s not working, J’Nae likes to go out to meet new people and dance. While basketball has always been J’Nae’s first love, she is more ready than ever to leave the court behind and find the true love of her life. Will her connection with Grant be a slam dunk? Let the games begin!
Fun Facts:
– J’Nae loves taking pictures on her film camera.
– J’Nae’s love language is FaceTime.
– J’Nae has a rose tattoo on her right forearm! Coincidence!? Hmm … -
JULIANA
Newton, Mass.
Client Service Associate, 28
Juliana is a bubbly, outgoing woman who isn’t afraid to speak her mind and go after what her heart wants. She comes from a big Italian family and aspires to find a lasting love like her parents have — they were high school sweethearts. Juliana hopes to meet a man who has a good heart, strong ambition and loves to hang out with family. Whether it’s dancing with friends, going out to museums and sporting events, or hanging in and watching a movie, Juliana has a good time wherever she goes. Grant, hope you’re ready for a good time!
Fun Facts:
– Juliana wants to own a dog-friendly bar one day.
– Juliana was raised on Frank Sinatra music.
– Juliana isn’t afraid of heights, but she has no interest in jumping off something high. -
KELSEY
Brooklyn, N.Y.
Interior Designer, 26
Kelsey is a bubbly New Yorker with a vibrant life to match. From traveling to almost every continent to hanging out with friends and exploring new restaurants or the next vintage find, Kelsey lives life to the fullest. There’s just one piece missing — LOVE! Kelsey is looking for someone who will enhance her life by creating a genuine, loving partnership. Nothing lights her fire more than an emotionally intelligent man. Kelsey is ready to build a strong, meaningful connection and already has her eyes set on Grant — so much so that if she were stranded on a deserted island, she would bring Grant!
Fun Facts:
– Kelsey wants to study “empire building” under Kris Jenner.
– Kelsey wants to spend the night in an igloo someday.
– Kelsey loves to spend her summers in Martha’s Vineyard. -
KYLEIGH
Wilmington, N.C.
Retail Manager, 26
Kyleigh is a Southern charmer with a huge heart and a sweet personality. She’s always dreamed of getting married and becoming a mom, and feels more ready than ever to meet her husband. She is looking for an honest and consistent man who is able to show commitment through action, as well as someone who is ready to become a dog dad to her mini goldendoodle, Bella. Kyleigh loves surfing, playing pickleball and beach camping with her friends. She is a self-proclaimed hopeless romantic who is ready for the real deal, so she’s putting all her faith in this journey with no regrets.
Fun Facts:
– Kyleigh lived in Uganda for four months.
– Kyleigh’s favorite movie is “Pearl Harbor.”
– Kyleigh loves line dancing. -
LITIA
Salt Lake City, Utah
Venture Capitalist, 31
Litia is a vibrant, empathetic and confident woman with a lot of love to give. She is ready for a man to put her first and is looking for someone who is honest, vulnerable and family oriented. Just like Grant, Litia loves sports and enjoys watching basketball, football and water polo. She also loves riding horses and is a huge fan of the board game Clue, even though she feels that playing it is not her strongest suit. Litia is SO ready to meet her other half and is hoping that Grant will be the guy.
Fun Facts:
– Litia is an incredibly fast swimmer.
– Litia loves a good personality test.
– Litia loves being outside but HATES hiking… like, truly loathes it. -
NATALIE
Louisville, Ky.
Ph.D. Student, 25
Natalie is ready to find the passionate love she’s always dreamed of and hopes to meet someone who will truly make her feel like sparks are flying. She values good communication and looks up to her parents’ 30-plus-year marriage for the type of partnership she’d like to have. Natalie has a sweet rescue pup named Tuck, so finding a fellow animal lover is also a must. When she’s not working toward her Ph.D., she enjoys sports, watching romance movies and exploring old neighborhoods with beautiful homes. Natalie isn’t afraid to take risks and is ready now more than ever to take a leap of faith to find the picture-perfect love she’s been looking for.
Fun Facts:
– Natalie is not a breakfast person.
– Natalie’s love language is gift giving.
– Natalie is a Seattle Seahawks fan. -
NEICEY
Blythewood, S.C.
Pediatrician, 32
Neicey is the ultimate catch. With brains and beauty, this pediatrician currently works at four hospitals and is very passionate about her career. Neicey feels fulfilled in her professional life, but now, she’s writing herself a prescription for some love. She hopes to find a man who is kind, respectful and loyal, and she truly believes it’s in the cards for her and Grant. When she’s not at the office, Neicey loves spending time with friends at football games, farmers markets or hanging out with her three dogs: Charlie, Khloe and Chicago. Grant, hope you are ready to be a dog dad!
Fun Facts:
– Neicey has always wanted to be a spy.
– Neicey would love an invite to the annual Kardashian Christmas party.
– Neicey loves experimenting with different coffees. -
PARISA
Birmingham, Mich.
Pediatric Behavior Analyst, 29
Parisa is empathetic, resilient and ready to settle down. She has always dreamed of starting her own family and longs for an emotionally intimate connection with someone with whom she can be a power couple. She loves to cook, travel and enjoy charcuterie nights … and not to be cheesy, but Parisa is truly one of a kind. She is hoping to meet a man who is loyal, honest and funny, and is excited for her the power of love to guide her on this journey. Will Grant be the love and happiness she’s been searching for? Parisa, let the journey begin.
Fun Facts:
– Parisa has a rock collection.
– Parisa is a wiz with PowerPoint.
– Parisa relaxes by watching organization content on TikTok. -
RADHIKA
New York, N.Y.
Attorney, 28
Radhika is SO ready to find the one. She comes from a close-knit family and aspires to have a supportive, long-lasting marriage like her parents do. Radhika hopes to meet a romantic man who isn’t afraid to be adventurous with her or get down on the dance floor. She is very proud of her Indian heritage, so finding someone she can share her family traditions with is a top priority. In her free time, Radhika loves to go shopping, get a fresh manicure and cook delicious meals with her mother. Radhika has also been known to start dance parties, so we hope you brought your dancing shoes, Grant!
Fun Facts:
– Radhika brunches regularly.
– Radhika is a self-proclaimed Harry Potter nerd.
– A bucket list item for Radhika is to kiss someone in the rain. -
REBEKAH
Dallas, Texas
ICU Nurse, 31
Rebekah is ambitious, kind and ready for a beautiful adventure. She is looking for someone to travel the world and start a family with, and is very interested in meeting someone gentle-hearted like our Bachelor Grant. Most importantly, Rebekah is looking for a man who understands her life’s perspective and values her goal-focused mindset. When she falls in love, she feels deeply and gives herself completely with the hope of making that love last forever. Rebekah is looking for the real deal, Grant, so hope you’re ready!
Fun Facts:
– Rebekah has never met an animal she didn’t like.
– Rebekah loves to play Scrabble.
– Rebekah always aims to be the best-dressed person in the room. -
ROSE
Chicago, Ill.
Registered Nurse, 27
Rose has a big heart and an even bigger personality. She describes herself as romantic, optimistic and goofy, and says she has always been the caregiver in relationships. When it comes to finding a partner, Rose has high standards and isn’t planning on lowering them (as she shouldn’t!). She is hoping to meet a man who is confident, loving, fun and will earn the approval of her friends. In her free time, Rose likes to spend time at the beach, explore new places, and hit the town for a fun night out. She hopes that she’ll be the only ROSE Grant needs, and we hope she’s right!
Fun Facts:
– Rose admits she is a terrible dancer.
– Rose thinks Julie Andrews is the GOAT.
– Rose would love to attend a Formula 1 race. -
SARAFIENA
New York, N.Y.
Associate Media Director, 29
Sarafiena is 100% wife material — she is loyal, thoughtful and can’t wait to be engaged. Sarafiena’s life is very full socially and professionally — all that’s missing is romantic companionship. She is hoping to meet a man who is ready to settle down and start a family while also appreciating the little things in life because Sarafiena loves to give thoughtful gifts to her partner when she’s in love. Sarafiena loves going out with friends on the weekend to grab some dinner, drinks and go dancing. She also loves adventure and will book a trip on a whim, so Grant, we hope you’re ready to pack your bags and travel!
Fun Facts:
– Sarafiena really wants to learn how to play tennis.
– Sarafiena rocked a bob during her college years.
– Sarafiena has seen every episode of “Grey’s Anatomy” at least three times. -
SAVANNAH
Charlottesville, Va.
Wedding Planner, 27
Savannah is done being the wedding planner and is ready to be the bride. When she’s not focused on helping others celebrate their love, Savannah enjoys going out to dinner with her friends and listening to live music. Her perfect man is loyal, caring and a great conversationalist. Savannah loves love but says she doesn’t tend to show affection very traditionally. She is very excited to embark on this journey and is ready to plan her own wedding someday. Maybe it’ll be sooner than she thinks!
Fun Facts:
– Savannah loves a competitive game of Charades.
– Savannah dreams of planning the Met Gala one day.
– Savannah has a serious fear of owls. -
VICKY
Las Vegas, Nev.
Nightclub Server, 28
Vicky has always dreamed of finding her perfect love story. She is a confident, bold and self-proclaimed hopeless romantic who believes in a love without boundaries. As a former NFL cheerleader, she might’ve hung up her pom-poms for good, but she’s ready to still cheer on her future partner with love. When she’s not spending quality time with her sisters or friends, she loves hiking outdoors, watching football and spending time with her adorable Chihuahua named Winnie. Vicky is ready to put herself out there and find a love that can go the distance.
Fun Facts:
– Vicky takes pride in her calves of steel.
– Vicky is not herself without lip liner.
– Vicky would love to live on a vineyard in Italy. -
ZOE
New York, N.Y.
Tech Engineer/Model, 27
Zoe isn’t afraid to go after what she wants, and what she wants now is to find her Prince Charming. Zoe is super impressive, and that’s not just because she graduated from Duke University with a degree in mechanical engineering. When she’s not working, she likes to adventure outdoors with activities like boating, jet skiing, surfing and ice skating. Zoe loves cooking fancy dinners for her partner when she’s in love, so hopefully Grant’s ready to be surprised with tasty tokens of her affection. She wants to meet a man with transparency who is supportive and as committed as she is. Go get ’em, Zoe!
Fun Facts:
– Nothing makes Zoe happier than puppies and babies.
– Zoe can’t and won’t live without tacos.
– Zoe was the first female wrestler to join her high school wrestling team.