“The Bachelor” Announces First Black Bachelor in Franchise History!
This is not only exciting but it’s also LONG OVER DUE! Meet Matt James, the first even Black Bachelor! He’s not a stranger to Bachelor Nation either, he’s best friends with Bachelorette star (from Hannah B’s season) Tyler Cameron.
Matt James was originally supposed to be on the next season of The Bachelorette, but it got halted because of Covid. ABC President said they got to know Matt and thought he is perfect as the next Bachelor. He’s is an alum of Wake Forest University, where he majored in economics and played wide receiver for the school’s football team. He then went on to play football professionally before moving to New York City.
He founded ABC Food Tours, an organization that is designed to find creative ways to engage kids from underserved communities in New York City, encouraging physical and mental wellness, while also giving them opportunities for new experiences throughout the city.
Matt James on becoming the @BachelorABC’s first-ever black leading man: “I think it's a step in the right direction.” https://t.co/NNfmVuXLKI #TheBachelor #BachelorNation pic.twitter.com/dvP5Qr3gfH
— Good Morning America (@GMA) June 12, 2020
It's official...your next Bachelor is @mattjames919! pic.twitter.com/KpBFdtD54Y
— The Bachelor (@BachelorABC) June 12, 2020
