Grant Ellis and 25 Contestants Announced for 'The Bachelor' Season 29

The former basketball player and day trader returns to Bachelor Nation as the second Black Bachelor, seeking a partner among diverse contestants from across the globe.

Grant Ellis, a 31-year-old day trader and former pro basketball player, takes the lead in 'The Bachelor' Season 29, premiering January 27 on ABC.
Ellis previously appeared on 'The Bachelorette' but was eliminated in Week 6 after expressing his feelings for Jenn Tran.
This season introduces 25 contestants, aged 25 to 32, representing a wide range of professions, including attorneys, nurses, and a venture capitalist, as well as international backgrounds.
Ellis, the second Black Bachelor in the franchise's history, has expressed his excitement about finding a wife who shares his values of loyalty, humor, and compassion.
The cast includes women from diverse locations like Puerto Rico, Canada, and New York, with unique personalities and interests, setting the stage for an engaging season.

The Hollywood Reporter