Hubba, hubba! Out of all the Bachelor seasons, this one may be our favorite one yet. Grant Ellis, is the newest lead, and we can definitely see why he was chosen; however, we can’t seem to wrap our brains around why he’s single. He’s got the charm, looks, and is a funny goof ball. Find out all about the newest hunk below!
Grant Ellis Dreamed of Becoming a Basketball Player
The 6’5″ dreamboat initially dreamed of becoming a basketball player and was a member of his college teams, however his goals were cut short due to an injury. He played for New York’s Iona University and then transferred over to Connecticut’s Albertus Magnus College. Grant also played internationally for the Dominican Republic’s team, Inios de San Francisco, and the Caribbean island nation’s club, Huellas del Siglo, according to Life&Style.
#TheBachelor Grant Ellis says he “cannot wait to meet my wife”! 🌹 Plus, he reveals what he’s looking for in a woman… and some red flags! 🚩
Full interview 🔗: https://t.co/fGD5d2Emex pic.twitter.com/2TBvgYdHH6
— ExtraTV (@extratv) September 17, 2024
Grant Ellis’ Career Is in the World of Finance
The 31-year-old is a day-trader who is originally from New Jersey, but he is based out of Texas now.
Grant Ellis Is Dating Intentionally
Grant is emotionally available and ready to level up his love, and personal life. He is coming into the franchise with his eyes on his future and is hoping to find a wife from the reality TV show. Swoon! ABC’s bio on Grant reads: “The adventurous day trader, who captured the hearts of Bachelor Nation with his genuine desire to build a future centered around family, will be handing out roses when his season premieres next year on ABC.”
And so it begins: your first sneak peek at Grant’s season!
#TheBachelor premieres Monday at 8/7c on ABC. Stream on Hulu. pic.twitter.com/3tJFqbjxfx— The Bachelor (@BachelorABC) January 23, 2025
Grant Ellis Has Many Fun Hobbies
When he’s not working, Grant loves to keep his life fun. He enjoys showing his moves at the bowling alley, singing karaoke, reading, writing poetry and cheering at a Lakers game.
Grant Ellis Isn’t New to ‘Bachelor’ Nation
Grant was on Jenn Tran‘s season of The Bachelorette. Grant made his first impression by coming out of the limo and greeting Jenn with his catchy beatboxing, during which the bachelor adorably rapped about changing Jenn’s last name to Ellis. Although the season didn’t pan out to Jenn ultimately giving Grant her final rose, it’s now Grant’s time to do the choosing.
