Grant Ellis, a former contestant from the current season of The Bachelorette, has been announced as the lead for the upcoming 29th season of The Bachelor, set to premiere in 2025. Ellis, who was eliminated in week six of Jenn Tran's season, is described as a 'mama’s boy' with an infectious smile and a positive outlook on life. As a 30-year-old former professional basketball player and day trader, he is eager to find love based on shared values of loyalty, humor, and appreciation for life's simple pleasures. His casting marks another step toward greater diversity in the franchise, making him the second Black Bachelor in history. The Bachelor will follow the first-ever Golden Bachelorette, Joan Vassos, who is set to begin her search for love soon. The franchise aims to continue evolving with these new leads and formats.