TV & Movies

First Asian ‘Bachelorette’ Jenn Tran has 2 Georgia guys on her roster. Who are they?

After being dumped by Joey Graziadei on season 28 of “The Bachelor,” Jenn Tran is the main attraction on season 21 of “The Bachelorette.”

Tran is already making history this season because she’s the first Asian lead for the show and she’s got a whopping 25 men vying for her heart. Wowzers.

Tran told host Jesse Palmer that she’s looking for a man with a “really big personality” and “cheeky banter.”

So, could it be one of the two Georgia boys on her roster for this season? Here’s a look at who they are:

Who are the Georgia boys on season 21 of “The Bachelorette”?

Matt

THE BACHELORETTE – ABC’s “The Bachelorette” stars Matt. (Disney/Ricky Middlesworth)
THE BACHELORETTE – ABC’s “The Bachelorette” stars Matt. (Disney/Ricky Middlesworth) Ricky Middlesworth Disney

From: Atlanta, Georgia

He’s a 27-year-old insurance executive and he’s “ready to be ‘wifed-up.’” Matt’s friends describe him as “genuine, open-minded and loyal” and when he is not working, he likes to go hiking, make music and spend time with his pup.

Fun facts:

  • Climbing Mount Everest is at the peak of Matt’s bucket list…pun intended.

  • Matt is the only person in his entire family with red hair.

Thomas N.

THE BACHELORETTE – ABC’s “The Bachelorette” stars Thomas. (Disney/Ricky Middlesworth)
THE BACHELORETTE – ABC’s “The Bachelorette” stars Thomas. (Disney/Ricky Middlesworth) Ricky Middlesworth Disney

From: Tucker, Georgia

He’s 31 and a retirement advisor. He “comes from a big Vietnamese family and is very proud of his family’s heritage and culture.” When he isn’t working, he loves to hang out with his friends on a boat or binge “Guys Grocery Games” on Food Network.

Fun Facts:

  • Thomas N. is a former professional swimmer.

  • Thomas N. went cliff diving in Italy.

Get to know more about these boys and all the others on ABC’s “Bachelorette” website and tune in to the premiere Monday, July 8, at 8 p.m. Episodes will stream the next day on Hulu.

Do you think these Georgia boys are a good fit for Jenn Tran? Let me know in the comments or email me at cmadden@mcclatchy.com

Read Next

This story was originally published July 8, 2024 at 3:46 PM.

Chelsea Madden
The Telegraph
Chelsea is a service journalism reporter who began working for McClatchy in 2022. She was born and raised in Middle Georgia and lives in Forsyth. She attended Wesleyan College for undergrad and a few years after that, went to SCAD for an MFA in writing. Outside of work, Chelsea likes to watch Netflix, read books in the thriller genre and chase her toddler around.
Get unlimited digital access
#ReadLocal

Try 1 month for $1

CLAIM OFFER