Meet Joey Graziadei’s 32 Potential ‘Bachelor’ Contestants

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Allison

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Show Status: TBD

Age: 26

Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Occupation: Realtor/Lauren’s Sister

Bio: Allison is ready for her rom-com level love story. The real estate agent has had multiple serious relationships but still hasn’t found Mr. Right. She’s looking for a man who is loyal, positive, mature and kind, so she’s excited to see if Joey is her perfect match. There’s one catch though … Allison will be looking for love alongside her older sister and best friend, Lauren. The two have dated the same guy before (at different times), so let’s hope that experience prepared them for “The Bachelor.” Will Allison get the fairy-tale ending that she has always wanted with Joey? Only time will tell!

Fun facts:

  • Allison has won many costume contests.
  • Allison enjoys a fruity gin spritz.
  • Allison loves getting dressed up for fancy dinners.

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    Lauren

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    Show Status: TBD

    Age: 28

    Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Occupation: Registered Nurse/Allison’s Sister

    Bio: Lauren is the total package of brains, beauty and a hilarious personality. The nurse is especially passionate about her career and is the life of the party when she’s not working. Lauren loves attending group fitness classes and music festivals in her free time. She is also very close with her family, including her sister, Allison, who is also vying for Joey’s heart. Lauren loves a man who is motivated, funny, and with whom she feels safe. One thing Lauren can’t stand is men with bad hygiene — she wants a guy who takes care of himself. She is a true romantic and thinks she’s single because her standards are high. Let’s see if Joey is the man of Lauren’s dreams that she’s been waiting for!

    Fun facts:

    • Lauren is an avid voice texter.
    • Lauren finds cleaning to be therapeutic.
    • Lauren went through a serious punk phase, spikes and chains included.

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    Autumn

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    Show Status: TBD

    Age: 26

    Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri

    Occupation: Account Executive

    Bio: Autumn is a small-town girl ready for her big love. She comes from a loving family where she’s part of one of two sets of twins. The account executive is extremely passionate about her job and is proud of her career-driven mentality. When she’s not working, Autumn loves going to college football games, enjoying live music at her favorite bars, and listening to Coldplay. Her life is full and happy, and all she’s missing is her one true love by her side. Autumn hopes to meet a loyal, fun family man and has her fingers crossed that Joey is the one for her. Let the journey begin!

    Fun facts:

    • Autumn spontaneously got a lip tattoo at a music festival.
    • Autumn doesn’t understand why going through TSA takes so long.
    • Autumn loves to get rowdy while watching college football.

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    Maria

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    Show Status: TBD

    Age: 29

    Hometown: Kleinburg, Ontario

    Occupation: Executive Assistant

    Bio: Maria is a bold, outgoing woman who isn’t afraid to speak her mind and go for what her heart wants. The Canadian beauty is so done with short-term flings and situationships, and she’s ready to settle down with her perfect match. And lucky for Maria, a psychic reading recently left her thinking that Joey could be her future husband. Time will tell if the psychic’s foresight was right. Maria’s interests are extremely well-rounded, including a black belt in Taekwondo karate, a love for a big plate of spaghetti, and an obsession with horror movies. She wants a man who can embrace her passions, and while Maria loves horror, she hopes Joey won’t leave her ghosted!

    Fun facts:

    • Maria loves a good disposable camera photo shoot.
    • Maria dreams of eating sushi in Japan.
    • Maria is obsessed with horror movies.

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    Erika

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    Show Status: TBD

    Age: 25

    Hometown: North Bergen, New Jersey

    Occupation: Leasing Agent

    Bio: Erika is the full package and is ready to meet her dream man. With gorgeous curly hair, a successful career and her adorable dog, Cleo, this girl has it all. The biggest thing Erika is missing in her life right now is her future husband, and she says that finding love is her “ultimate goal.” She wants to meet a partner that she can travel the world with and try new restaurants with, and she is hoping Joey has the same love for adventure that she does. In her free time, Erika loves reading and dreams of writing her own bestseller one day. Could this be the beginning of her book-worthy love story? Fingers crossed!

    Fun facts:

    • Erika loves to paint and sip.
    • Erika can sleep literally anywhere as long as she has a comfy pillow.
    • Erika’s brief emo phase in high school still haunts her.

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    Zoe

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    Show Status: TBD

    Age: 24

    Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia

    Occupation: Artist

    Bio: Zoe needs a man who is ready to commit and is willing to show up for her the way she will show up for him in a relationship. The Cuban American beauty is a full-time artist and has an exceptionally successful career as a sculptor, welder and photographer. Zoe has been in a long-term serious relationship before, so she knows she’s ready for a genuine, forever kind of love. She dreams of taking Joey on a date night to a museum where they can appreciate the art, have meaningful conversation, and completely unplug from the rest of the world. When she’s not creating, Zoe enjoys going for runs along the river and trying new restaurants with her loved ones. Will Joey be Zoe’s person, or will her search for the perfect love story continue?

    Fun facts:

    • Zoe loves reading Architectural Digest.
    • Zoe isn’t afraid to hop on the back of a motorcycle.
    • Zoe will notice if you are on your phone too much.

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    Kelsey A.

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    Show Status: TBD

    Age: 25

    Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana

    Occupation: Junior Project Manager

    Bio: Kelsey A. is really something special. The Southern sweetheart spent most of her childhood growing up in Germany on a U.S. military base, and she’s extremely close with her big, loving family. The project manager now lives in New Orleans, where she enjoys taking the streetcar to new restaurants, walking around the French market, and having a picnic with her friends. Kelsey A. likes making thoughtful gifts for her partner when she’s in love, so hopefully Joey’s ready to be showered with homemade tokens of her affection. Kelsey A. wants to meet a man with a great sense of humor who’s understanding and who loves giving back as much as she does. She hopes to start her own nonprofit one day, and she’s hoping Joey is along for the ride.

    Fun facts:

    • Kelsey A. only needs 12 hours to plan an international getaway.
    • Kelsey A. often wonders how the world would be different if social media didn’t exist.
    • Kelsey A. takes pride in her gift-giving abilities.

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      Madina

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 31

      Hometown: Charlotte, North Carolina

      Occupation: Mental Health Therapist

      Bio: Madina is a beautiful catch with a huge heart. She comes from a close Bangladeshi family and describes herself as ambitious, loyal and caring. Madina is passionate about her work as a mental health therapist and loves helping people change their lives. When she isn’t working with clients, Madina loves exercising, dancing and watching “The Great British Bake Off.” Madina’s life is very full, she says, adding, “I have a lot to be thankful for. I just truly feel like that one missing piece is my person.” The therapist is hoping to meet a man who is mature, empathetic, and who won’t be on his phone the whole time during their date nights. Madina believes true love is within reach, and we hope she’s right!

      Fun facts:

      • Madina loves to unwind with a face mask and a cup of tea.
      • Madina is a big supporter of color-coded organization.
      • Madina has never been camping and doesn’t see that changing.

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      Jess

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 24

      Hometown: San Diego, California

      Occupation: Executive Assistant

      Bio: Jessica has always dreamed of finding her perfect fairy-tale love story. She says she is excited to meet Joey because “I want to find someone that I can trust my heart with, someone who will respect me, and someone who will do anything to cherish our relationship.” When she’s not hard at work helping people who have been impacted by natural disasters, Jessica loves belting out Taylor Swift’s songs, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her adorable Yorkipoo named Charli. Joey, are you ready to be a dog dad? Jessica is a self-proclaimed hopeless romantic who is ready for the real deal, and we can’t wait for her “Bachelor” journey to begin.

      Fun facts:

      • Jess describes her personal aesthetic as “country glamour.”
      • Jess read her first book for fun last summer.
      • Jess is a sucker for a pretty view.

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      Chrissa

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 26

      Hometown: Abbotsford, British Columbia

      Occupation: Marketing Director

      Bio: It’s easy to see what makes Chrissa such a great catch! Her gorgeous smile lights up a room; she has a career she’s proud of, and her maturity is beyond her years. The Canadian beauty has been engaged before, so she knows she’s ready for marriage. She’s just waiting to meet a man with no red flags. When she isn’t hard at work at her marketing job, Chrissa loves reading Colleen Hoover books, going to breweries, and playing golf. She has also been a caretaker to many people in her life and is ready to receive the love she gives to so many others. When Chrissa loves, she loves hard and is looking for the right partner with whom to settle down.

      Fun facts:

      • Chrissa is super athletic but can’t ride a bike.
      • Chrissa is a Christmas birthday baby.
      • Chrissa loves a competitive game of Scrabble.

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      Sydney

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 28

      Hometown: Newport, Rhode Island

      Occupation: Vintage Store Owner

      Bio: Sydney is a boss woman looking to add romance to her life. She is smart, free-spirited and entrepreneurial, which has led to her owning her own successful vintage store. Sydney says what she’s doing now is her dream job; and while her life is very full, she shared, “I am so ready to find my forever person.” The store owner knows Joey checks a lot of her dating boxes and hopes to leave “The Bachelor” engaged to the love of her life. Sydney wants a man who is as adventurous as she is — she’s willing to book a same-day international flight and just go. So, Joey, pack your bags and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime with Sydney.

      Fun facts:

      • Sydney’s cats know how to play fetch and sit on command.
      • Sydney was voted Most School Spirit in high school.
      • Sydney lived in Thailand, where she taught English.

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      Starr

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 25

      Hometown: Delray Beach, Florida

      Occupation: Mental Health Counselor

      Bio: Starr is 100% wife material. The Brazilian American beauty is intelligent, resilient and positive, and she’s ready to meet her match. Starr is passionate about her work as a mental health counselor and feels like her career is what she was put on this Earth to do. When she’s not helping others, Starr loves trying new restaurants, having a picnic on the beach, and going for runs. She’s tired of being the third wheel for all her friends who are getting engaged and married. Starr is looking for a man who is ambitious, family-oriented, funny, and in whom she can truly confide. Will Joey be the one to show Starr that true love is out there? Only time will tell.

      Fun facts:

      • Starr does a great Britney Spears impression.
      • Starr admits that she is always late.
      • Starr likes her margaritas spicy.

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      Lanie

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 27

      Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

      Occupation: Realtor

      Bio: Lanie is an adventure-seeker, and here at “The Bachelor,” adventure she will find! The realtor’s positive, bubbly personality is infectious and she has a heart of gold. Lanie comes from a big Polish/Greek family, and her parents have been married for over 30 years. She is hoping to find a love like her parents have and is looking for a man who is emotionally available and mature. She’s tired of all the situationships! Lanie wants to find her travel buddy for life who’s ready to take on the world with her; so, Joey, I hope your bags are packed. We can’t wait to see if these two hit it off.

      Fun facts:

      • Lanie lives for a good happy hour.
      • Lanie doesn’t mess with sharks under any circumstances.
      • Lanie hopes to buy a house in Greece one day.

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      Talyah

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 23

      Hometown: Huntington Beach, California

      Occupation: Esthetician

      Bio: Talyah is ready to say goodbye to the single life. She can’t wait to meet Joey and is hoping he is the genuine, loyal and romantic guy for whom she’s been searching. On the weekends, Talyah enjoys watching “Gossip Girl” all cuddled up with her chihuahua, Lil Mama, whom she loves more than anything. Talyah and Lil Mama are a package deal — take note, Joey! The esthetician is a true romantic at heart and is ready to receive back the love she has to give. When Talyah is interested in a man, her pickup line is asking if they’ve met before; so we can’t wait to see if her limo entrance gives her déjà vu.

      Fun facts:

      • Talyah needs a good pair of leggings to survive.
      • Talyah loves the style of the 1950s era.
      • Talyah loves pancakes.

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      Kyra

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 26

      Hometown: Miami, Florida

      Occupation: Paralegal

      Bio: Kyra is a quirky, hilarious woman who isn’t afraid to speak her mind. The paralegal lives in Miami, where she loves going out to bars as much as she loves staying home and playing Sims. Kyra is looking for an honest, loyal and funny man who can keep up with her sense of humor. Her dream date is spending the day at the beach and heading to a comedy show at night. Kyra says she’s in her “carpe diem” era and is ready to have new experiences and hopefully meet her perfect match. Acts of service is her love language, and she’s even written poems for her exes; so, Joey, get ready to be spoiled by Kyra’s love!

      Fun facts:

      • Kyra makes the best Kung Pao tofu.
      • Kyra loves to look through her old yearbooks.
      • Kyra’s go-to dance move is the classic “sway side-to-side.”

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      Sam

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 31

      Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee

      Occupation: CPA

      Bio: When it comes to living life, Sam likes to just say yes and lean in. The former New Yorker isn’t afraid of adventure and taking risks when it comes to finding love. Sam works hard at her career as a CPA and also loves a night out enjoying pizza and margaritas with her friends. Since moving to Nashville, she’s mostly met men who want to date casually, but Sam is ready to find someone who will make her their No. 1 priority. She’s looking for the kind of love that her mom and stepdad have and knows her perfect match is out there. Sam is ready to settle down and dreams of having a destination wedding very soon. So, Joey, pack your bags!

      Fun facts:

      • Sam hopes to have a destination wedding one day.
      • Sam dreams of going on safari in Africa.
      • Sam loves to dine European-style and have dinner at 10 p.m.

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      Jenn

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 25

      Hometown: Miami, Florida

      Occupation: Physician Assistant Student

      Bio: Jenn is bubbly and compassionate, and has dedicated her life to helping others. She is currently studying to become a physician assistant, and while she is passionate about working in health care, she is also ready to prioritize finding love. Jenn has had multiple serious relationships but is still looking for a man who’s as reliable and thoughtful as she is. When she’s not studying, Jenn loves reading books like “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo,” paddleboarding, and traveling whenever she has the chance. This beauty is bilingual and is excited to talk to Joey about her family’s Vietnamese background. We can’t wait to see if Jenn and Joey hit it off!

      Fun facts:

      • Jenn knows that aliens are real.
      • Jenn doesn’t leave home without ChapStick.
      • Shawn Mendes’ music regularly makes Jenn cry.

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      Chandler

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 24

      Hometown: New York, New York

      Occupation: Graphic Designer

      Bio: Chandler is as empathetic and driven as she is beautiful. She has her life figured out, from her career as a graphic designer to her thriving NYC social life, but there’s one major piece missing — her man. Chandler has tried the dating apps and has been in her fair share of situationships, but she’s ready for the real deal. She says, “I am ready to love someone who will love me back.” When she’s not working, Chandler loves spending time with her mom and sister, trying new restaurants, and going for runs down the West Side Highway. Her ideal date night is baking desserts together, and we can’t wait to see if her sweetness wins over Joey’s heart.

      Fun facts:

      • Chandler once gave herself bangs.
      • Chandler loves a good Sunday Funday!
      • Chandler is seriously afraid of lightning.

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      Lexi

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 30

      Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia

      Occupation: Digital Strategist

      Bio: Lexi is a sweet soul who is really ready to find “the one.” The digital strategy manager has everything going for her, but now she wants someone to share in her many successes. Lexi is loyal, kind and smart (like, graduated in the top 1% of her MBA summer program at MIT kind of smart). She moved over 15 times during her childhood and is ready for a stable man who will stand by her side through the good and the bad. Lexi says that when she loves, she loves deeply and is a “ride or die” for her person. Lexi is here to find her perfect match and hopefully return home with Joey by her side.

      Fun facts:

      • Lexi was the resident advisor (RA) of her freshman dorm.
      • Lexi cannot live without her self-tanning mousse.
      • Lexi’s life goal is to run a marathon.

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      Kelsey T.

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      Show Status: TBD

      Age: 31

      Hometown: Los Angeles, California

      Occupation: Actor

      Bio: Kelsey T. is the kind of woman who radiates joy and ambition everywhere she goes. She describes herself as understanding, adventurous, and ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime with Joey. Kelsey T. has had multiple long-term relationships and was engaged to her ex. She says she knows she is “ready to fall in love again” and wants a man who will appreciate the thoughtfulness she brings to their relationship. In her free time, Kelsey T. loves to have game nights with her girls, spend time with her big, tight-knit family, and play a round of beach volleyball. She says when she meets the right person, she usually falls in love hard and fast; so buckle up, Joey, we’re going diving into love headfirst!

      Fun facts:

      • Kelsey T. likes when wild lizards crawl into her hands.
      • Kelsey T. describes herself as a “grade A hype woman!”
      • Kelsey T. wants to thank Destiny’s Child for getting her through her adolescence.

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