March 13, 2026, 6:02 a.m. ET
- Taylor Frankie Paul, known for her role in the Hulu series “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” is set to become the next “Bachelorette.”
- A unique sneak peek, titled “Bachelorette: Before the First Rose,” will broadcast on March 15, 2026, featuring appearances from 18 previous leads.
- Season 22 of “The Bachelorette” is scheduled to debut on ABC on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
With the premiere of “The Bachelorette” season 22, starring Taylor Frankie Paul, still more than a week away, Bachelor Nation fans have a treat in store this coming weekend.
For the first time ever within the franchise, a special preview episode, “Bachelorette: Before the First Rose,” will air this Sunday. This exclusive event will gather 18 past Bachelorettes to share their memorable behind-the-scenes experiences and stories from their respective seasons.
Taylor Frankie Paul marks a significant shift as the first “Bachelorette” chosen from outside the traditional “Bachelor” universe, transitioning from her highly successful Hulu reality series, “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.”
Below, discover the official cast list for the 22nd season of “The Bachelorette,” along with details on its premiere and how to catch “Before the First Rose.”
What is the ‘Before the First Rose’ special? How to tune in this weekend
An exclusive sneak peek into the upcoming “Bachelorette” season will air directly after The Oscars’ live broadcast, a week before the main premiere. This special will feature 18 previous Bachelorettes reflecting on their unforgettable journeys, sharing intriguing behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and offering valuable wisdom to Paul.
The “Bachelorette: Before the First Rose” is scheduled to broadcast after the Academy Awards conclude, at 10:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 15, 2026. It will be available for streaming on Hulu starting the following day.
Access the ‘Before The Rose’ special with the Disney BundleWhile the Bachelorette from the most recent season originating from Florida will not be present, another former Bachelorette with Florida roots will make an appearance. Rachel Recchia, hailing from Clermont, Florida, notably served as one of the co-leads during the franchise’s inaugural dual-Bachelorette season, alongside Gabby Windey.
When will the next ‘Bachelorette’ season be released? Airing dates and viewing options
“The Bachelorette” is shifting its broadcast day. While past seasons typically aired on Monday evenings, the 22nd season premiere will be shown on ABC on Sunday, March 22, at 8 p.m. ET.
Episodes will be available for streaming on Hulu and Disney+ the day after their television broadcast.
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Watch the official trailer for ‘The Bachelorette’ featuring Taylor Frankie Paul
Will any contestants from Florida appear on the new ‘Bachelorette’ season?
Indeed, the upcoming season of “The Bachelorette” will feature one contestant from Florida: Kevin Montero, a 32-year-old physical therapist based in Miami.
According to his official ABC biography, “Achieving his doctorate degree stands as one of his proudest moments, but he aspires to surpass it by discovering true love and eventually building a large family. Having navigated a somewhat ‘superficial’ dating landscape, Kevin is eager to find a genuine connection and settle down.
Here are some intriguing tidbits from Kevin’s ABC biography:
- Kevin finds his greatest joy when he’s well-fed.
- Kevin harbors a desire to swim alongside hammerhead sharks.
- Kevin enjoys shedding a tear while listening to “Crash” by Dave Matthews Band.
View the complete ‘Bachelorette’ 2026 contestant roster
- Aaron, 32, a product manager from Vineyard, Utah
- Brad, 29, a cowboy and entrepreneur from Newport Beach, California
- Brandon, 28, a loan officer from Spearfish, South Dakota
- Casey, 30, a mechanical engineer from Nashville, Tennessee
- Christopher, 35, a business owner from Vacaville, California
- Clayton, 36, a singer/songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee
- Conrad, 32, a startup founder from Santa Monica, California
- Doug, 28, an ocean lifeguard from San Diego, California
- Johnnie, 30, a former professional baseball player from Massapequa, New York
- Josh, 28, a sales manager from Provo, Utah
- Kevin, 32, a physical therapist from Miami, Florida
- Lew, 32, an insurance technology founder from Salt Lake City, Utah
- Malik, 30, a tech executive from Brooklyn, New York
- Marcus, 28, a creative director from Elmont, New York
- Matt, 43, a real estate broker from Carmel, Indiana
- Michael Baba, 36, a chiropractic healer from San Diego, California
- Mike T., 36, a brand protection manager from Lavallette, New Jersey
- Richard, 35, a photographer from Charleston, South Carolina
- Rod, 35, an entrepreneur from Austin, Texas
- Ronn, 28, an account executive from San Francisco, California
- Shane, 28, a private wealth planner from Atlanta, Georgia
- Trenten, 35, a professional athlete from San Juan Capistrano, California
Meet the new ‘Bachelorette’: Who is Taylor Frankie Paul?
Taylor Frankie Paul, a 31-year-old mother of three from Utah, is a prominent TikTok influencer and a star of the reality television series “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.”
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