Grant Ellis Announced as Next Bachelor for Season 29
The former basketball player and day trader steps into the lead role after his journey on The Bachelorette.
- Ellis is the franchise's second Black Bachelor, following Matt James in 2021.
- He was eliminated from Jenn Tran’s Bachelorette season just before hometown dates.
- ABC made the early announcement to allow more applicants for Ellis' season.
- Ellis is known for his positivity, love for karaoke, and passion for finance.
- His season of The Bachelor is set to premiere in early 2025.
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