From Reality TV to Real Life: Unveiling the Current Lives of 'Bachelor' and 'Bachelorette' Winners

Despite the reality TV curse, not all couples manage to survive, especially in Bachelor Nation. Nevertheless, this does not alter the fact that the franchise remains one of the most widely acclaimed reality shows on television.

Even with the initial release of The Bachelor in 2005, not even the then-host Chris Harrison could have foreseen the development of six distinct spinoffs: The Bachelorette, Bachelor Pad, Bachelor in Paradise, Bachelor in Paradise: After Paradise, The Bachelor Winter Games, and The Golden Bachelor.

The ABC show is always on the lookout for contestants who participate for genuine reasons. Continue scrolling to see what the previous winners of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette are currently engaged in. It is your responsibility to determine who had a genuine intention of finding love:

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Former 'Bachelor' and 'Bachelorette' Winners: Where Are They Now?

The reality TV curse often leads to the downfall of many couples, especially within the realm of Bachelor Nation. Nevertheless, it is undeniable that this franchise remains one of the most beloved and successful reality shows on television.

In 2005, when The Bachelor initially premiered, even its host, Chris Harrison, could not have foreseen the incredible success that would follow. This success manifested in the creation of six distinct spinoff shows: The Bachelorette, Bachelor Pad, Bachelor in Paradise, Bachelor in Paradise: After Paradise, The Bachelor Winter Games, and The Golden Bachelor.

The ABC show is actively seeking contestants who are genuinely motivated. Continue scrolling to discover what the previous winners of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette are currently engaged in. The ultimate verdict lies with you to determine who had a genuine pursuit of love.

After accepting the final rose from Alex Michel on the first season of The Bachelor in 2002, Amanda and Alex dated for a year before ending their relationship. Amanda went on to marry her longtime friend, Jay Caldwell, and they had a daughter named Chloe before getting divorced. In July 2020, Amanda exclusively revealed her engagement to Chris on the "Here for the Right Reasons" podcast by We.

Amanda shared that there was a time, after her divorce and before meeting her fiancé, where she considered reaching out to ABC to give The Bachelor another chance. However, fate had other plans as she met her fiancé, Chris, through Match.com. This was especially ironic since Alex ended up working for Match.com after the show. Amanda sees this as a twist of destiny and is grateful to Alex for indirectly bringing her closer to her future husband.

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Helene Eksterowicz

Despite being the inaugural participant to be presented with a proposal and acknowledge it on the program, her association with Aaron Buerge dissolved mere weeks thereafter. Presently, she serves as a school psychologist in New Jersey and is wedded to Andrew Goodman, a consultant for IBM.

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Jen Schefft

After the season 3 finale, Jen and Andrew Firestone ended their engagement. Jen later became The Bachelorette but rejected two marriage proposals. In 2009, she tied the knot with Joe Waterman, with whom she has two children.

Estella Gardinier

At the end of season 4, Bob Guiney gave Estella a promise ring, but they split shortly after the show aired. She now owns a fitness studio in Carlsbad, California. 

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Jessica Bowlin

Jessica, who was a contestant on the show, was not proposed to by Jesse Palmer in 2004. However, they continued dating for a few months after the show's conclusion. Presently, she is a practicing attorney and happily married to Omar Rawi. The couple is blessed with two adorable children named Brady and Parker.

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Mary Delgado

Following Byron Velvick’s proposal in the season 6 finale, the duo remained in a committed relationship for several years before ultimately ending their journey in 2009. Presently, she is the proud owner of a flourishing real estate company located in Tampa, Florida. As of 2015, she entered into wedlock with James Kordomenos.

Sarah Brice

Sarah and season 7 Bachelor Charlie O’Connell had a tumultuous relationship following the conclusion of the show. However, they ultimately decided to part ways in 2010. Currently, Sarah resides in Dallas, Texas, and is happily married with three sons.

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Sarah Stone

Sarah had a short-lived relationship with Travis Stork, who chose her on season 8 but didn't propose. Unfortunately, their romance didn't endure. Nowadays, Sarah is happily married and blessed with three daughters. She is also a cohost of the popular "Say It Southern" podcast.

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Jennifer Wilson

Prince Lorenzo Borghese and Jennifer were in a relationship for a year following season 9 of The Bachelor, but their relationship ended in 2007. Jennifer is currently married to an accountant and prefers to maintain her personal life away from social media.

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Shayne Lamas

The relationship between Shayne and Matt Grant didn't endure long following his proposal on the season 12 finale. However, Shayne found love again and married Nik Richie in 2010. Together, they welcomed two beautiful children. Unfortunately, in 2021, Shayne took to Instagram to announce their separation.

"Dear Friends & Family, Nik and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage after 11 years together. Despite this, our love and respect for each other remains unwavering. We will forever hold dear the years we spent as a couple, the beautiful memories we created, and the pride we feel for our amazing children. Our parting ways simply reflects two individuals who have grown apart."

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Melissa Rycroft

After being proposed to by Jason Mesnick on the finale, Melissa was unexpectedly dumped on the after-show. Despite this heartbreak, Jason chose Molly Malaney as his final choice. Melissa's journey in the reality TV world continued, as she appeared on various reality shows over the years, including two seasons of Dancing With the Stars. Additionally, she had the opportunity to host Bachelor Pad and Redneck Island. In 2009, Melissa found love again and married Tye Strickland. Together, they are blessed with three beautiful children.

Jake Pavelka proposed to Vienna at the conclusion of season 14, but their relationship ended a few months after the show's conclusion in 2010. Subsequently, she embarked on a romance with Kasey Kahl from Bachelor Pad 2, and later pursued a relationship with NASCAR driver Todd Allen, to whom she was briefly engaged in 2016.

In September 2021, Vienna joyfully shared the news of her son Enzo's birth, expressing her gratitude for being chosen as his mother. She accompanied the announcement with an Instagram photo, warmly welcoming Enzo into the world.

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Emily Maynard

Brad Womack returned for season 15 and proposed to Emily, but their relationship ended after a few months. Emily then became the Bachelorette in 2012 and briefly got engaged to her winner, Jef Holm. Eventually, in 2014, she tied the knot with Tyler Johnson. Emily and Tyler have four children together. Additionally, Emily is the mother of Ricki, her daughter with her late fiancé Ricky Hendrick, whom she welcomed in 2005.

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Courtney Robertson

Ben Flajnik proposed to Courtney during the finale of season 16, but their relationship eventually ended. However, they reconciled and decided to get engaged again during the live after show. Unfortunately, their second engagement didn't stand the test of time. Courtney then briefly dated Arie Luyendyk Jr., who later became the Bachelor himself. In December 2019, it was revealed by Us that she is now engaged to Humberto Preciado, with the added excitement of expecting their first child together.

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Catherine Giudici

Sean Lowe and Catherine became engaged on season 17 of The Bachelor. They exchanged vows in a televised wedding in January 2014. Their first son, Samuel, joined their family two years later, followed by another son named Isaiah in 2018. Prior to Christmas 2019, their first daughter, Mia, was born via C-section. "While I'm recovering from surgery, I haven't been able to help much with the boys, but Sean has already proven to be an exceptional father in just the first two days of 2020," Catherine shared on Instagram on January 2, 2020.

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Nikki Ferrell

Though she captured Juan Pablo Galavis' affections and emerged as the winner of season 18, their romantic connection fizzled out a few months later in 2014. Fast forward to October 2016, when the nurse practitioner tied the knot with Tyler Vanloo. Despite a brief separation, they rekindled their love in November 2019. The happy couple then celebrated the arrival of their son, River, in November 2022.

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Lauren Bushnell

Following their engagement on the season 20 Bachelor finale, Lauren and Ben Higgins went on to star in their own spinoff called Ben and Lauren: Happily Ever After? However, their relationship ended in 2017. In November 2018, Lauren started dating country singer Chris Lane and the couple tied the knot in October 2019. They were blessed with the arrival of their sons, Dutton and Baker, in 2021 and 2022, respectively.

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Vanessa Grimaldi

Vanessa and Nick Viall got engaged in 2017 on the season 21 finale of The Bachelor. Unfortunately, they decided to go their separate ways in August of that same year. Vanessa then found love with Josh Wolfe, and in January 2019, they made their relationship official. The couple happily announced their engagement in August 2020. Finally, in August 2021, Vanessa Grimaldi and Josh Wolfe exchanged vows in a beautiful ceremony in Montreal.

The couple welcomed a son in September 2022.

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Becca Kufrin

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Cassie Randolph

Cassie, a contestant on Colton Underwood's season of The Bachelor, was eliminated when he confessed his love for her. However, Colton later chose to end his relationships with the remaining two women and flew to meet Cassie. He proposed the idea of dating without the expectation of engagement, and she agreed. They continued to date until May 2020, when they publicly announced their separation. In September 2020, Cassie accused Colton of harassment and stalking, leading to her obtaining a temporary restraining order. This order was later dropped in November 2020.

She later moved on with Brighton Reinhardt.

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Hannah Ann Sluss

Peter Weber ended his relationship with the model two months after proposing to her in Australia during the finale of The Bachelor season 24. The reason for their breakup was his lingering feelings for Madison Prewett, who had left the show in the final week. During their live reunion in March 2020, Hannah Ann didn't hold back and gave Peter some advice, saying, "If you want to be with a woman, you need to become a real man."

In February 2022, Hannah Ann confirmed that she is now dating NFL player Jake Funk. Then, in January 2023, she excitedly announced that Jake had proposed to her during a romantic beach getaway.

Rachael Kirkconnell

Despite not proposing to Rachael during the March 2021 finale, Matt and Rachael continued their relationship on the show. However, the couple had actually broken up secretly in February 2021 when allegations of racism surrounding Rachael emerged. Photos of her attending an antebellum-themed party at a plantation during her college years resurfaced. Rachael took to Instagram twice to apologize for her actions before having a conversation with Matt and guest host Emmanuel Acho on After the Final Rose.

"When he called to end our relationship, I was initially confused and caught off guard," Rachael shared on the special. "But after the initial shock wore off, I began to reflect on the strength of our connection. To see him walk away, it must have been a deep hurt. It was incredibly difficult because I felt like I had lost the person I loved the most."

After being seen together in April 2021, Matt and Rachael announced in May that they were giving their relationship another try. The couple revealed in an exclusive interview with Us in July 2023 that they have grown accustomed to the constant speculation surrounding their potential breakup.

Rachael stated that they have experienced numerous challenges that hardly affect them anymore. She understands that this is because they spend a lot of time together, so when their schedules clash or they have personal commitments, she understands why people may have concerns.

Matt, on the other hand, acknowledged that even his mother sometimes worries about their relationship status.

“I’ll return to my house and if Rachael isn't accompanying me, my mom immediately questions, ‘What's the matter? Where's Rachael?’” he informed Us. “I reply, ‘She had to go back home to visit her family!’ She has her mom, dad, brother, and sister [in Atlanta].”

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Kaity Biggar

In March 2023, Kaity agreed to Zach Shallcross' proposal, taking their relationship to the next level in season 27's finale. Their future plans, as shared on After the Final Rose, involve cohabiting in Austin and exchanging vows in 2025.

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Ryan Sutter

Ryan won the first season of The Bachelorette in 2003, getting engaged to Trista Rehn. The couple married in a TV wedding in 2003 and live in Colorado with their two children.

In November 2020, Trista shared that Ryan is currently experiencing a health scare and is facing difficulties in obtaining answers.

"We received the news that Ryan does not have cancer. It was an immense relief... especially after the challenges we encountered in finding a doctor who would take his lymphoma-like symptoms seriously and advocating for the necessary scans to rule it out. However, there was a part of us that actually desired a diagnosis," she expressed through Instagram. "We wanted to have something concrete to fight against, to strive for his complete recovery, instead of continually seeking an answer. It sounds messed up, I'm aware. But that's the reality we find ourselves in at the moment. We're in a state of uncertainty. And trust me, I understand that it could be much worse, for which I am truly grateful. Grateful that we don't have to endure being separated from a loved one who is dying from COVID. Grateful that we don't have two children with a cancer diagnosis. Grateful that we have each other, health insurance, jobs, a home, food on the table, and healthy family members. These are the things that make our struggles bearable."

In May 2021, Ryan revealed he was battling Lyme disease after his “immune system was weakened through exposures to toxins and especially to mold.”

A year after getting engaged to Meredith Phillips on season 2 of The Bachelorette, the pair called it quits. He works as the CEO of Solidos, Inc., a recycling company.

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Jerry Ferris

During the conclusion of season 3 on The Bachelorette, Jerry's proposal was declined by Jen Schefft. They briefly dated after the show, but eventually separated. In 2011, Jerry tied the knot with actress Natasha Goss. Their son was born in 2014.

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Jesse Csincsak

In 2008, Jesse proposed to DeAnna Pappas at the conclusion of season 4 of The Bachelorette. Unfortunately, the couple eventually broke up. Several months down the line, Jesse, who is a professional snowboarder, tied the knot with Ann Lueders, a former contestant on The Bachelor, in 2010. Since then, they have been blessed with three adorable children. Their first child, Noah, was born in February 2011, followed by Carter in December 2016, and Charlotte in March 2014.

During the fifth season of The Bachelorette, Ed chose to depart from Jillian Harris' season in order to prioritize his job at Microsoft. However, he later decided to come back, ultimately winning Jillian's heart and becoming engaged to her. Unfortunately, they ended their relationship in 2010. Ed subsequently participated in the third season of Bachelor Pad. In 2015, he tied the knot with Natalie Bomke, the host of Good Day Chicago, and together they joyfully welcomed their daughter, Olive, in 2020. Ed currently holds the position of Senior Vice President of Digital at Kambio Group.

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Roberto Martinez

Roberto and Ali Fedowsky became engaged in 2010, but ended their relationship in November 2011, just 18 months later. Currently residing in Colorado Springs, Roberto works as a State Farm Insurance Agent. In December 2019, he took to Twitter to announce his engagement to Kristiana Elliott, describing her as his eternal partner. However, he later deleted the post along with the accompanying photos of the couple. In June 2021, Ali revealed exclusively to Us that she had spoken with Roberto following the re-airing of season 6 of The Bachelorette during the summer of 2020 as part of The Bachelor: The Greatest Seasons — Ever! series.

“I recently reached out to him expressing my understanding and respect for his decision to not participate in the show. I simply conveyed my well wishes, and in response, he acknowledged the significance of the experience but mentioned he is pursuing his own endeavors,” she shared, adding that they occasionally exchange text messages to catch up every few years. “Interestingly, I am still connected with his father on Facebook, and there is absolutely no ill will or animosity between us. In fact, his father recently shared a photo of him and his brother, prompting me to think, ‘Oh, he looks great. I hope he is doing well.’”

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Jef Holm

Jef and Emily Maynard got engaged during The Bachelorette in 2012 but their relationship ended shortly after. Although he was later rumored to be dating Bachelor in Paradise alum Kristina Schulman, Jef is not very active on social media. Currently residing in Venice, he serves as the CEO of People Water, a for-profit organization dedicated to providing clean water for those in need.

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Chris Siegfried

Ever since becoming engaged to Desiree Hartsock during season 9, the couple has resided in Seattle as a united front. They celebrated their blissful union in January 2015, and exactly a year later, they were overjoyed to welcome their first son into the world. Their happiness multiplied in 2019 with the arrival of their second son.

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Shawn Booth

During season 11 of The Bachelorette, Booth became engaged to Kaitlyn Bristowe. They relocated to Nashville, where Booth launched his own fitness center, BoothCamp Gym. However, their engagement ended in November 2018, after being together for three years.

In a July 2023 episode of his podcast "In the Booth," Shawn shared that he will be welcoming his first child in December 2023. He mentioned, "I've been in relationships after the show. I've dated several people. I even had a girlfriend... I prefer to keep my personal life private." Although the pregnancy was not planned, Shawn stressed that the mother is someone he has had a longstanding connection with, and they have been involved romantically. This is not a random encounter at Honky Tonk Central.

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Jordan Rodgers

The former NFL quarterback, proposed to JoJo Fletcher during The Bachelorette's season 12 finale back in 2016. However, after the engagement, they decided to embrace their commitment and in August 2019, he got down on one knee once again. As co-stars of Cash Pad, their plan was to tie the knot in the summer of 2020. Unfortunately, they had to postpone their wedding due to the coronavirus pandemic. Finally, in May 2022, JoJo and he exchanged their long-awaited vows.

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Bryan Abasolo

Following his romantic proposal to Rachel Lindsay during the highly-anticipated season 12 finale of The Bachelorette, the chiropractor and the lawyer embarked on an enchanting journey together. Their fairytale love story continued as they exchanged vows in a beautiful wedding ceremony in Mexico in August 2019. They later indulged in a dreamy honeymoon in Greece, savoring every precious moment as they basked in the bliss of their new union. Now, with their hearts full of love and excitement, they eagerly look forward to the next chapter of their lives - starting a family.

Garrett Yrigoyen

On the final episode of season 14, Kufrin received a marriage proposal from the medical sales representative. After his breakup with Becca in 2020, Kufrin relocated to Los Angeles while he remained in San Diego. In October 2020, Garrett introduced his new girlfriend, Alex Farrar, to his followers on Instagram. Two years later, in October 2022, he proposed to Alex after their two-year relationship.

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Jed Wyatt

Despite their engagement on the season 15 finale, Hannah Brown decided to end their relationship when she discovered that he was in a committed relationship with someone else. Since then, he has expressed remorse and moved on from the situation. In November 2019, he began a romantic relationship with personal trainer Ellen Decker. After almost three years of dating, Wyatt finally proposed to Decker in July 2022.

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Dale Moss

During season 16 of The Bachelorette in July 2020, the former football player quickly formed a strong connection with Clare Crawley. Their bond was so strong that within the first two weeks of filming, Clare decided to end things with the other 16 contestants to pursue a relationship with him. Dale then proposed to Clare, and they left the Palm Springs set as an engaged couple. Although they initially planned to live in Clare's hometown of Sacramento, fans noticed that Dale was spending a significant amount of time in New York City by January 2021. That same month, Dale confirmed that they had called off their engagement. According to a source, their relationship had caused tension with Dale's friends and family, and they were unable to resolve their underlying issues.

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Zac Clark

Tayshia Adams, the star of The Bachelorette, was proposed to by the addiction specialist during the finale of the show in December 2020. The couple later appeared on Good Morning America, where they announced their plans for a bicoastal engagement and taking their time with wedding preparations.

Zac expressed his desire for a grand wedding in the future, despite acknowledging that his partner may have different preferences. However, he emphasized his interest in dating and creating memorable experiences together. Unfortunately, in November 2021, the couple ended their relationship after being engaged for almost a year, as confirmed by a spokesperson.

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Blake Moynes

After participating in season 16 of The Bachelorette, Blake made a comeback in season 17 to pursue Katie Thurston. Ultimately, in the grand finale of August 2021, he went down on one knee and proposed to her. They then started dividing their time between Canada, Blake's home country, and her new residence in San Diego. However, Thurston confirmed in October 2021 that their engagement had come to an end.

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Nayte Olukoya

The Bachelorette contestant from season 18 proposed to Michelle Young during the December 2021 finale, despite her family's reservations about his readiness for marriage. After getting engaged and making a commitment to move to Minnesota, the couple revealed exclusively to Us that they were eager to get married. The sales executive hinted at a possible summertime wedding, hinting that it would happen in the near future.

Several months later, however, he announced through Instagram in June 2022 that he and Michelle had decided to part ways. "When we embarked on this journey, we were both hoping to find our soulmates, our lifetime partners, and our closest friends. However, as we continue to grow and evolve, we have come to realize that sometimes the person you cherish deeply may not be the one you are destined to spend the rest of your life with."

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Erich Schwer

The season 19 finale of a reality show aired in September 2022, where Erich, a native of New Jersey, proposed to Gabby Windey. Despite facing challenges during the season, Erich wholeheartedly supported Gabby when she joined the cast of Dancing With the Stars season 31. However, soon after their engagement was featured on TV, rumors of a split arose when Gabby was seen without her engagement ring in two episodes of DWTS. Following the episode on October 31, she hinted at the couple taking a break to sort things out. Just four days later, they confirmed their separation.