Bachelor Biography
After meeting Matt James as a prospective suitor for "The Bachelorette," thousands of fans swooned over the would-be cast member. He is the total package. He has strong family values, a great career, and over the past few months, he has used his growing platform for good. Today, Matt announced on "Good Morning America" that he will take on the role as the lead of his own love story as the star of the momentous 25th season of ABC's hit romance reality series, "The Bachelor."
While much of Bachelor Nation has fallen in love with him already, many will meet the 28-year-old real estate broker, entrepreneur and community organization founder on his journey to find love for the first time. The North Carolina native went to Wake Forest University, where he majored in economics and played wide receiver for the football team. He went on to play professional football, before moving to New York City, where he now resides. His love of food and passion for giving back led to his creation of an organization that is designed to find creative ways to engage kids from underserved communities in New York City, encouraging physical and mental wellness, while also giving them opportunities for new experiences throughout the city.
Season 25 of "The Bachelor" is scheduled to premiere in 2021.
Meet the Cast
Meet the Cast
Client Financial Manager
Beaverton, Oregon
Photographer
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Professional Ballerina
New York, New York
Nursing Student
Costa Mesa, California
Copywriter
Chicago, Illinois
Communications Manager
San Francisco, CA
Model
Chicago, Illinois
Journalist
Los Angeles, CA
Social Worker
Newport Beach, California
Former Miss Puerto Rico
Caguas, Puerto Rico
Runway Model
Brooklyn, New York
Marketing Manager
Pomfret, Connecticut
Realtor
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Health Food Developer
New York, New York
Social Media Marketer
San Antonio, Texas
Hostess
Chicago, Illinois
Bank Marketing Manager
Renton, Washington
Healthcare Advocate
Durham, North Carolina
ICU Nurse
Los Angeles, California
Airline Recruiter
Seattle, Washington
Fashion Entrepreneur
New York, New York
Attorney
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Corporate Attorney
Miami, Florida