Jenn Tran Embraces Empowerment as the Leading Lady on ‘The Bachelorette’: Preview the Exciting Premiere

Jenn Tran is stepping into the Bachelorette spotlight in her first promo footage.

ABC released a sneak peek of Jenn, 26, showcasing her new role on Wednesday, May 22. She confidently walked in front of the camera in a stylish red minidress. After flipping a heart-shaped coin, Jenn placed the token into a claw machine.

Next, Jenn skillfully operated the joystick and pushed the "Fall in Love" button. Suddenly, she found herself magically transported inside the machine. Sitting on a giant claw, she was surrounded by stuffed toy versions of her potential Bachelorette suitors and red roses. Instead of choosing a doll of a man, Jenn decided to pick a red rose.

Onscreen text reads, "The power is in her hands."

Jenn was a contestant on season 28 of The Bachelor with Joey Graziadei. Even though Joey eliminated her before hometowns and ended up getting engaged to Kelsey Anderson, Jenn later became the next Bachelorette.

Jenn expressed her gratitude and honor at being the first Asian Bachelorette in the franchise during After the Final Rose in March. She shared, "And now to be here today saying in this position being like I am going to lead my own love story, I am going to be the main character in my story — like I just can’t help but think of how many people I’m inspiring."

It was announced that Jenn will be the first Vietnamese-American lead of the franchise, which is currently filming.

Jenn Tran Is Ready for the 'Power to be in Her Hands' as the Bachelorette: Watch New Promo

Jenn Tran with Joey Graziadei on ‘The Bachelor’ season 28 Disney/John Fleenor

"I can't express enough how special this moment is for me. When I was growing up, I never saw someone who looked like me taking the lead in their own love story on TV," she shared on Instagram in March. "Being able to inspire a whole generation to embrace their culture fills me with gratitude. This chance to find love as the Bachelorette goes beyond just me, and I am fully embracing the impact it can have."

Jenn's season will make history as the first to be filmed at a brand-new mansion.

"We’re really shaking things up this season," she shared with Entertainment Tonight a few days later. "I believe that a new mansion is the ideal way to shake things up. I’m going to fill it with positive energy."

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Both The Bachelor and The Bachelorette usually start filming at the same mansion in Los Angeles every year. However, Jenn begins her quest for love at the Hummingbird Nest Ranch in Santa Susana, California, as reported by ET. After the first night, Jenn and her cast will quickly leave the United States for different international locations.

The Bachelorette season 21 will debut on ABC on Monday, July 8 at 8 p.m. ET.

Editor's P/S:

Jenn Tran's selection as the first Asian Bachelorette marks a significant milestone in the representation of diverse voices in the popular reality dating franchise. Her journey to find love while inspiring others who share her heritage is a testament to the show's evolving commitment to inclusivity. This historic season promises to challenge societal norms and ignite conversations about the importance of authentic representation on television.

Jenn's decision to step into the Bachelorette spotlight is not only a personal triumph but also a reflection of the growing demand for diverse perspectives in mainstream media. Her presence as the lead in her own love story sends a powerful message to viewers that they too can aspire to find love and acceptance regardless of their background or identity. As the franchise continues to evolve, it is encouraging to see that representation is not just a box to be ticked but a meaningful step towards creating a more equitable and inclusive society.