Jesse Palmer
Host
Host Biography
Jesse Palmer, who served as the fifth Bachelor in 2004, and host for season 26 of "The Bachelor," will also take the reins of the next season of "The Bachelorette," set to air in July 2022.
"For more than 20 years, 'The Bachelor' has brought the world dozens of unforgettable love stories, including at one time, my own," said Jesse Palmer. "Falling in love is one of life's greatest gifts, and I am humbled by the opportunity to return to the show as host this season to offer the newest Bachelor advice gained from firsthand experience and I am grateful to play a small part in his journey."
In 2004, Jesse Palmer was the franchise's own Bachelor, serving as leading man for its fifth season. Also within "The Bachelor" franchise family, he hosted ABC's "The Proposal" from Warner Horizon and Next Entertainment. Previously, Palmer was a special contributor for ABC's "Good Morning America" as well as a contributor across all ABC News platforms, primarily focusing on major stories as well as news of the day and signature live events. Adding to his storied history with The Walt Disney Company, Palmer has hosted several iterations of ABC's Disney Parks' holiday specials, has a leading role in ABC's presentation of the NFL Draft, and has been a part of the ESPN family since joining in 2007 after five seasons in the NFL. He also served as host of the Emmy® Award-winning "DailyMail TV" and most recently hosted ABC's "The Ultimate Surfer."
Meet the Cast
Meet the Cast
Charity Lawson
Bachelorette - Season 20
Aaron B.
29
Software Salesman
San Diego, California
Software Salesman
San Diego, California
Aaron S.
33
Firefighter
San Diego, California
Firefighter
San Diego, California
Adrian
33
Realtor
Northridge, California
Realtor
Northridge, California
Brayden
24
Travel Nurse
San Diego, California
Travel Nurse
San Diego, California
Caleb A.
29
Resident Physician
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Resident Physician
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Caleb B.
24
Pro Wrestler
Orlando, Florida
Pro Wrestler
Orlando, Florida
Chris
27
World Record Jumper
White Plains, New York
World Record Jumper
White Plains, New York
Dotun
30
Integrative Medicine Specialist
Brooklyn, New York
Integrative Medicine Specialist
Brooklyn, New York
James
28
Attorney
Chicago, Illinois
Attorney
Chicago, Illinois
Joe
32
Tech Operations Director
San Francisco, California
Tech Operations Director
San Francisco, California
Joey
27
Tennis Pro
Lawai, Hawaii
Tennis Pro
Lawai, Hawaii
John
27
Data Scientist
New York, New York
Data Scientist
New York, New York
John Henry
30
Underwater Welder
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Underwater Welder
Virginia Beach, Virginia