The Bachelorette Season Premiere!



















The Bachelorette Season Premiere begins MONDAY, MAY 23! According to ABC, here is a sneak peek from the first episode!

25 eligible guys start arriving, eager to make an impression, including a handsome chef who steals a kiss; a Wall St. banker who brings her a pair of ballet tickets; a winery owner who pours her a bottle of her own special vintage, and a former professional baseball player who recites a poem he wrote for her. But nothing tops the mysterious bachelor who steps out of the limo wearing a mask. Ashley is warned about a certain guy who is not here for the right reasons...

First Cocktail Party:

The Bachelorette Preview!

The Bachelorette with Ashley Hebert begins MONDAY, MAY 23!

The Bachelorette: Who is William Holman?

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 Meet William Holman, the 29 years old Sales Consultant competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!
 
Hometown: Fostoria, OH

Do you have any pets and if so, what kind? No. Roommate has fish.

What is your most embarrassing moment? In 7th grade a kid depantsed me in front of a girl I liked in front of her friends.

If you could be someone else for just one day, who would it be and why? Bruce Willis -- 'cause then I would be John McClane and save the world in 2 hours.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Doing stand-up comedy or voice over work.

Tattoo Count: 1

The Bachelorette: Who is West Lee?










 

Meet West Lee, the 30 years old Lawyer competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!
 

Hometown: Walhalla, SC

Who do you admire the most in the world and why? My step-dad, Pat. He's patient, funny, smart, successful, but still grounded. He's very wise, great listener, and gives great advice. He's someone to aspire to be like.

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Ha, probably trying to get on The Bachelorette, but starred in a movie once, went bungee jumping, lived in Spain for six months, wandered around Europe for a month, maybe not outrageous, but amazing.

If you could be someone else for just one day, who would it be and why? LeBron James, he gets to play basketball for a living. Plus he's a freak-of-nature athletic and super rich.

If you were stranded on a desert island, what three things would you bring with you and why? A boat? Why does no one ever say boat or a radio transmitter? Okay, I'd bring a lifetime supply of pizza, Mila Kunis, and a volleyball. Mila and I could play volleyball and if something ever happened to her I could name the volleyball Wilson and talk to it.

Would you say you're a little bit country or more of a city person? Ay my innermost, I'll always be the kids from the country who went around barefoot and never washed his hands before eating, but these days I fit better in a more metropolitan setting.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Tim?












Meet Tim, the 35 years old Liquor Distributor competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Massapequa, NY

What are your three worst attributes? I procrastinate, I wake up grumpy, and I have a tendency to overspend.

If you were stranded on a desert island what 3 things would you bring with you an why? My iPad, my soul mate, a lighter.

What is your most embarrassing moment? Laughing at a joke and not realizing I was the punch line.

Do you have a serious fear of any kind of animal? Yes – anything that wants to eat me.

Tattoo Count: 1

The Bachelorette: Who is Stephen D’Amico?













Meet Stephen D’Amico, the 27 years old Hairstylist competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Works at Hush hush Hairsalon

Hometown: Portland, CT

What are your three worst attributes? Self critical and bad speller

What is your greatest achievement to date? Buy a home at 23 years old

Who is your favorite actor and why? Leonardo DiCaprio, he picks very good movies to be in and is very talented.

What do you like to do for fun in your Hometown and why? My Hometown was boring. I left to go to New York City

If you could go anywhere in the U.S., where would you go and why? Hawaii, I have never been there.

Tattoo Count: 1

The Bachelorette: Who is Ryan Park?












Meet Ryan Park, the 31 years old Solar Energy Executive competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!
Hometown: Fresno, CA

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Extreme skiing/boarding with avalanche beacons, airbag packs, and a helicopter in the Andes of Chile.

If you could be someone else for just one day, who would it be and why? Tom Brady -- guy has everything ... intelligence, athleticism, love, family, wealth, looks, and a Super Bowl ring.

What is your greatest achievement to date? Building what is now one of the largest solar electricity companies in the U.S.

What is your favorite holiday and why Thanksgiving -- our family has a tradition of getting together and traveling to Mazatlan -- amazing memories.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Ryan M?












Meet Ryan M, the 27 years old Construction Worker competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Novi, MI

What are your three worst attributes? Stubbornness, listening, patience.

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Running naked through the streets of Brugge with my best friend.

If you could be someone else for just one day, who would it be and why? Charles Woodson (NFL Cornerback). He is my favorite athlete so I would love to experience a day in his life.

What is your most embarrassing moment? Caught with my zipper down during a presentation in fifth grade.

Do you like being the center of attention or fo you prefer being more mysterious and why? Center of attention, unless of course I'm giving a presentation with my zipper down.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Rob Dahm?













Meet Rob Dahm, the 27 years old Technology Executive competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Rob's Company Website: http://www.cwims.com/index.php

What is a typical Saturday night like for you? Hanging out with my brothers. We will play games at work, go have a beer at Nick and Ninos, do a midnight run to the 24 hour grocery store, or veg out on beef jerky.

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? I tried to elude the cops in my sports car. I believe the cop enjoyed the chase and I didn't get arrested. Never have.

If you were stranded on a desert island, what three things would you bring with you and why? 1. My pocket knife, a quintessential too for survival. 2. My journal, to write my thoughts so others could see what my life was like. 3. Clean boxers, because it's not fun hunting wild boar with soiled boxers.

Would you consider yourself adventurous or conservative? Completely adventurous. I try to get out of my comfort zone four times a year (skydiving type things), but fiscally conservative.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Nick Peterson?












Meet Nick Peterson, the 26 years old Personal Trainer competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Nick's Personal Training Company: http://peetystraining.com/

Hometown: Odessa, FL

What is a typical Saturday night like for you? A pair of tight jeans, cowboy boots, country music, good friends, and line dancin'!

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? I drove 6 hours for a date one time. She stood me up. I got a hotel room, and drove back the next morning.

What is your greatest achievement to date? Being drafted by the New York Yankees in 2006!

What is your most embarrassing moment? Blowing my first professional game as a closer in front of thousands of opposing fans. They laughed and called me names. Ha, ha.

What make-up/skin care products do you use? I'm a guy.

Tattoo Count: 3

The Bachelorette: Who is Ryan “Mickey” McLean?













Meet Ryan "Mickey" McLean, the 31 years old Chef competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

This hot Bachelor won Cosmopolitan's Hottest Bachelor of the Year! Check out this Q&A with Ryan "Mickey" McLean.

Hometown: Rochester, NY

If you could be someone else for just one day, who would it be and why? I would be an African American male. i think it would be interesting to see things from a different race/ethnicity.

What is your most embarrassing moment? Once went to a party when I was young that I thought was a costume party. It was not.

What is your favorite all-time book and why? Devil in the Kitchen. I actually enjoyed reading it. I have only read a few books cover to cover.

If you could go anywhere in the U.S., where would you go and why? Grand Canyon. I have never been and it looks so interesting.

Tattoo Count: 1

The Bachelorette: Who is Michael?













Meet Michael, the 28 years old Business Developer competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: E. Providence, RI

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Went streaking.

Do you prefer "hot spot" type clubs or low-key bars and why? Both. Like the energy of hot spot clubs but enjoy watching the game and having a beer.

What is the best trip you have ever been on and why? Hawaii. Somewhere I always wanted to go to. It was so beautiful and serene.

What's the closest you have ever come to being married? Never been too close.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Matt?












Meet Matt, the 28 years old Salesman competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Bridgewater, MA

Did you attend college and if so, which one and what was your major? University of Massachusetts – Amherst. Major: Bachelor of Science in Turf Grass Management.

If you could be someone else for just one day, who would it be and why? Justin Timberlake - I just want the dance moves.

What is your most embarrassing moment? In high school, I was in charge of hiding the cooler of beer for an after party. My parents found it and placed Sprite inside and dumped the beer out. I didn't realize until I got to the party. My parents think it's the greatest prank of all time.

What is your greatest achievement to date? Establishing myself within my company and being financially stable.

If you could go anywhere in the U.S., where would you go and why? Hawaii, I have never been there.

Tattoo Count: 1




The Bachelorette: Who is Lucus Daniels?












Meet Lucus Daniels the 30 years old Distributor competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Odessa, TX

What is a typical Saturday night like for you? Get dressed up and go to Odessa Country Club for cocktails and dinner.

What is your most embarrassing moment? During freshman year of college, I was walking up the stairs to class and had to walk between two girls sitting on the steps. Of course, I lost my footing and fell right on my face. Good stuff!

What is your favorite memory from your childhood? Everything. I have wonderful parents.

Do you align yourself with any political party and is yes, which one? Conservative Republican

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is J.P?












Meet J.P the 33 years old Constructions Manager competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!


Hometown: Roslyn, NY

What are your 3 worst attributes? Stubborn. Frustrated too easily when things don't go my way. Lack of patience.

What is your favorite holiday and why? Fourth of July -- holidays in the middle of summer where the weather is amazing, heading out to a beach with booze, having the right girl by your side, sitting at the fire on that beach at night. It's the ultimate summer weekend.

Do you like to go out dancing? If yes, what is your preferred type of dancing? I'm not opposed to it but I don't necessarily "like" it. I have always wanted to learn to salsa.

What is the best trip you have ever been on and why? I traveled to Australia for 2 months when I was about 26. i just picked up and left, on my own, and bounced around the east coast of Australia. Time of my life.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Jon Ellsworth?












Meet Jon, the 26 years old E-Commerence competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Vancouver, WA

What are his three worst attributes? Blunt, loud, opinionative

If he could be someone else for just one day, who would it be and why? Arnold, the Governator, for his fitness success and position in our community.

What is your greatest achievement to date? Marine Corps service.

What is your favorite actor and why? Arnold Schwarzenegger, that guy is just too entertaining. "I'm detective John Kimble!! I'm a cop you idiot!!!!"

Tattoo Count: 2

The Bachelorette: Who is Jeff?

Meet Jeff, the 30 years old Wine Maker competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: St. Louis

Do you have any pets and if so, what kind? I have adopted a 3-legged dog who was abused.

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? I made a u-turn once. I'm kidding. Not sure.

What is your greatest achievement to date? Creating a vodka and wine ... I guess or various hockey achievements.

What is the best trip you have ever been on and why? Hawaii. 3 islands.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Frank Carpenter?












Meet Frank Carpenter, the 29 years old Director of Admissions competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Anchorage, AK

What are your 3 best attributes? Attitude/positivity. FUN. Smile.

Do you have any pets? 2 Chihuahuas: Pierre and Sweet Georgia Brown.

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Went on a month-long backpacking trip to Europe on two weeks notice.

Do you have a serious fear of any kind of animal? Not unless said animal is actively trying to end my life.

Tattoo Count: 3

The Bachelorette: Who is Constantine Tzortzis?












Meet Constantine “Dino” Tzortzis, the 30 years old Restaurant Owner competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Co-owner of Giorgios Restaurant with his father. 

Hometown: Atlanta, GA

Do you have any pet and if so, what kind? Yes, a Poodle. He's of the special kind.

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Dressed as Bruno last Haloween – Straight hair, leather tights, and all. It was pretty funny and won best costume.

What is your favorite holiday? Thanksgiving, all I have to do is show up and eat! This holiday wouldn't be possible without moms!

Do you speak any languages other than English? Some Greek.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Chris M?












Meet Chris M, the 27 years old Construction Owner competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Gibbons

What are your 3 best attributes? Smart. Funny. Fearless.

Who do you admire most? My mom -- she had to raise two kids in a grain elevator with no money. She made it and has done well.

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Booked a one way ticket to Asia 7 days prior to departure with no planning.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Retired living on a beach where the water is warm + crystal clear.

Tattoo Count: 2

The Bachelorette: Who is Chris D?












Meet Chris D, the 28 years old Sports Marketer competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Moline, IL

What are your three best attributes? I am passionate, confident, and considerate.

Who do you admire the most in the world and why? Barack Obama. The strength, focus, and faith to overcome obstacles and reach the position as the most influential person in the world is incredible.

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Camped outside of Assembly Hall with a group of friends in the dead of winter to get Rose Bowl tickets for Illinois football.

What is your most embarrassing moment? Showing up an hour late for an important business meeting in Indianapolis because I didn't realize Indianapolis is in the EST zone.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Blake Julian?












Meet Blake Julian, the 27 years old Dentist competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Steamboat Springs, CO

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Night diving in Hawaii with manta rays.

If you could be someone else for just one day, who would it be and why? Tiger Woods. I'd like to be the best at something, and have unlimited funds for a day.

What is your favorite memory from childhood? Ski racing. I love to go fast and win competitions.

What is the best date you have ever been on in your Hometown and why? I took a date to the natural hot springs there. It was snowing and dark and so romantic.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Bentley Williams?












Meet Bentley Williams, the 28 years old Banker competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Kids: Divorced with a two year old daughter named Cozette, but they call her “Cozy

Occupation: Investment Banker

Hometown: Tampa, FL

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Drove 40 hours straight.

What is your most embarrassing moment? Tripped down a bowling lane on a date.

Describe your idea of the ultimate date? Visiting a new place with great views and a great temperature.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Ben F?












Meet Ben F, the 28 years old Wine Maker competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Sonoma, CA

What is your favorite all-time book and why? "The Dirt" by Motley Crue. It's crazy. Those guys epitomize the 80s metal scene.

Do you have a favorite sports team(s)? San Francisco Giants, the only team that matters.

Do you consider yourself athletic? Yes, very. I won a state championship in soccer and continue to play lots of intermural sports.

What is the best trip you have ever been on and why? 2006 World Cup trip to Germany with 9 of my buddies.

Tattoo Count: 0

The Bachelorette: Who is Ben Castoriano?












Meet Ben Castoriano, the 28 years old Lawyer competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Lake Charles, LA

Are you comfortable wearing swimwear in public? Yes, please just Photoshop out my love handles (Joke) Seriously though, I do have love handles.

What kind of music do you listen to most often? Hip Hop, Classical, Pop.

What is your favorite sport? Soccer, I'm obsessed with playing and watching.

Where did you grow up? Paris, France, Tokyo, London, Lake Charles, LA

Tattoo Count: 0

Check out Ben dancing in a friend's wedding video. Hope he'll impress Ashley with his moves!

The Bachelorette: Who is Anthony Santucci?












Meet Anthony Santucci,, the 28 years old Butcher competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: Upper Saddle River, NJ

What are your three best attributes? Being loyal. Being entertaining, Taking care of business.

What is the most outrageous thing you have ever done? I flew a glider last year. That is a plane with no engine.

What is your most embarrassing moment? Having my pants pulled down by a gang of girls in the second grade.

What does your ideal mate look like? I don't know, I haven't met her yet. HELLO!!!

Tattoo Count: 0

Source: ABC.com

The Bachelorette: Who is Ames?













Meet Ames, the 30 years old Banker competing for Ashley Hebert's heart on this season of THE BACHELORETTE!

Hometown: New York, NY

What is your most embarrassing moment? I had a teacher walk in on me while I was hooking up in boarding school.

If you were stranded on a desert island what 3 things would you bring and why? Paper + pen to design tools/plan. A Tolstoy novel because they take forever to understand.

Do you consider yourself athletic? Yes. I work out with a trainer 6 times every week.

What do you wish we had asked you? I love to wear a tuxedo. I can tie a bowtie perfectly while blindfolded.

Tattoo Count: 0

Source: ABC.com

The Bachelorette: Ashley's 25 Bachelors!

On the first episode of THE BACHELORETTE, Ashley will eliminate seven of the 25 men, leaving 18 to compete for her affections and, in the end, her heart. The Bachelorette begins Monday, May 23!
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Ames














Here are the 25 men on this season of The Bachelorette:

Ames, 31, a portfolio manager from New York, NY
Anthony Santucci, 28, a butcher from Wyckoff, NJ
Ben Castoriano, 28, a lawyer from New Orleans, LA
Ben Flajnik, 28, a winemaker from Sonoma, CA

VIDEO: The Bachelorette Sneak Peek!

The Bachelorette with Ashley Hebert begins Monday, May 23rd! Here is a sneak peek from the new season!

The Bachelor: Emily and Brad are Back Together?



 Check out the full story at http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2011/05/brad-womack-and-emily-maynard-reunited/

The Bachelor: Brad and Emily Spotted having Drinks


Are they together or not? The Bachelor's Brad and Emily who had reportedly split, were seen over the weekend having drinks together.

According to US Magazine, the couple was seen laughing together at the Kona Grill restaurant in Austin Texas. "Emily was her putting her hands in the air and dancing in her seat. They were both smiling and chatting," another eyewitness tells Us. When a fan approached the Bachelor couple for a photo, "they held hands across the table and willingly smiled." Will this Bachelor couple last? Only time will tell...

ABC Casting Call for the Next Bachelor!

Could you be the next Bachelor? ABC is casting for the Bachelor Season 16 on the below dates.... Come out and get casted! Visit http://thebachelor.warnerbros.com for more details! 

LINCOLN, NE
Wednesday May 18, 2011
FROM: 5PM – 9PM
WILDERNESS RIDGE
1800 WILDERNESS WOODS PLACE
LINCOLN, NE 68512

PARADISE VALLEY, AZ
Wednesday May 18, 2011
FROM: 5PM – 9PM
InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa
4949 E. Lincoln Drive

COLUMBUS (GROVE CITY), OH
Thursday May 26, 2011
FROM: 4PM – 8PM
GRAND OAKS EVENT & BUSINESS CENTER
1801 GATEWAY CIRCLE
COLUMBUS (GROVE CITY), OHIO 43123

KIRKLAND, WA
Saturday June 4, 2011
FROM: 11AM – 4PM
The Woodmark Hotel, Yacht Club & Spa
1200 Carillon Point
Kirkland, WA 98033

CHICAGO, IL
Thursday June 9, 2011
FROM: 5PM – 9PM
ROCKIT BAR & GRILL-WRIGLEYVILLE
3700 NORTH CLARK STREET
CHICAGO, IL 60613

ST. LOUIS PARK, MN
Thursday June 9, 2011
FROM: 5PM – 8PM
Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill
1623 Park Place Blvd.
St. Louis Park, MN 55416

DETROIT (NOVI), MI
Wednesday June 15, 2011
FROM: 4PM – 8PM
TIN FISH RESTAURANT AT TWELVE OAKS
27862 NOVI ROAD
DETROIT (NOVI), MICHIGAN 48377

NEW YORK, NY
Thursday June 23, 2011
FROM: 6PM – 9PM
ABC STUDIOS
77 WEST 66TH STREET

Ex Bachelor Travis Stork Engaged!

Travis Stork and Sarah Stone on The Bachelor



















Former Bachelor Travis Stork proposed to his girlfriend of two years, pediatrician Dr. Charlotte Brown while vacationing in Hawaii. Dr. Travis Stork appeared as the Bachelor Season 8 and chose Sarah Stone, a kindergarten teacher. The two dated briefly before