Grant Ellis accepts a rose from ABC.
In a way.
The 30-year-old from Houston has been named the star of “The Bachelor” Season 29 after his shock exit from the newest season of “The Bachelorette.”
Consequently, Ellis turns into the second African-American ever to carry the reins of the long-running franchise.
“A self-proclaimed mama’s boy, Ellis’s infectious smile and unwavering positivity instantly gentle up each room he enters,” reads ABC’s official description of his new protagonist.
“The previous skilled basketball participant is enthusiastic about his profession as a day dealer, however when he is not immersed within the fast-paced world of finance, yow will discover him cheering on the Lakers, hitting balls on the bowling alley, or singing on the prime of his lungs music.
Whereas pursuing Jenn Tran as a contestant on The Bachelorette, Ellis spoke to Tran concerning the affect his father’s substance abuse points had on him, and Tran described her struggles along with her absent father.
There gave the impression to be a connection — heck, Ellis even mentioned he was in love — however then Tran advised Grant to pack his baggage forward of subsequent week’s hometown date episode.
“I desire a household, you already know?” he mentioned on the Aug. 12 episode of “The Bachelorette.”
“I wish to be joyful. I desire a spouse. I wish to be in love. I would like that, you already know? I wish to give every thing to somebody, and I would like them to present every thing to me in return. I do not know the way else to What to say. I did not anticipate this to occur tonight.
Ellis added after being eradicated:
“I poured every thing out and it nonetheless wasn’t ok. It sucks understanding that you simply really feel a sure manner for somebody they usually do not feel the identical manner about you.
Going ahead, nevertheless, because the Bachelor himself, Ellis will probably be in charge of that emotional course of.
When Ellis took over the position, ABC famous, “Ellis wishes to embark on a journey crammed with romance, journey and real connection.
“He desires to discover a associate who shares his values of loyalty, good humor and a deep appreciation for all times’s easy pleasures.”
We’re certain Grant Ellis has that hope too.
Primarily based on the historical past of the collection, we’re additionally satisfied it will not truly come to fruition. However hey, we’re rooting for this man! He appeared pleasant and real.
Season 29 of “The Bachelor” will possible premiere in January 2025.
Nevertheless, earlier than it airs, Joan Vassos will star within the first season of The Bachelorette.
“I really feel privileged to be the mom of 4 fantastic kids and the grandmother of two lovely grandchildren (they name me Jojo). However as soon as a mom, all the time a mom, typically the time just isn’t proper to search for love,” the the budding actuality star wrote on her Instagram Story in October.
“Everybody within the household is doing nicely and I hope sooner or later I can get one other probability at love.”
The Bachelorette premieres Wednesday, September 18 at 8/7c on ABC.
