The Bachelorette Season 22 Contestants Revealed

Taylor Frankie Paul's potential suitors range from 28 to 43 years old with diverse occupations

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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ABC has unveiled the 22 men competing for Taylor Frankie Paul's heart on the upcoming season of The Bachelorette. The contestants, ranging in age from 28 to 43, come from across the country and have a variety of occupations, from pro athletes to chefs to single dads. The new season of The Bachelorette premieres on March 22.

Why it matters

The announcement of the new Bachelorette contestants is always highly anticipated, as fans are eager to get to know the potential suitors vying for the lead's affection. This diverse group of men provides an intriguing mix of personalities and backgrounds that is sure to make for an entertaining season.

The details

The 22 men competing on season 22 of The Bachelorette include a range of professions such as a pro athlete, a chiropractic healer, an ocean lifeguard, a photographer, a creative director, a brand protection manager, a physical therapist, an entrepreneur, a real estate broker, a startup founder, a tech executive, a singer-songwriter, a cowboy, a mechanical engineer, a former pro baseball player, a business owner, and several single dads. The contestants hail from cities across the country including San Diego, Atlanta, San Francisco, Miami, Nashville, and Salt Lake City.

  • The Bachelorette season 22 premieres on March 22, 2026.
  • The contestants were announced on February 23, 2026.

The players

Taylor Frankie Paul

The star of The Bachelorette season 22, known for her role on the reality TV show The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. She is a 31-year-old single mom from Salt Lake City, Utah.

Shane

A 28-year-old private wealth planner from Atlanta, Georgia who describes himself as a "'take home to mom' type.'

Brad

A 29-year-old self-proclaimed cowboy and entrepreneur from Newport Beach, California.

Clayton

A 36-year-old singer-songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee who says he "wants to stay young with somebody."

Brandon

A 28-year-old single dad and loan officer from Spearfish, South Dakota.

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What they’re saying

“It has not hit me. It's not real. It's not gonna be until like, the limo is pulling up and I'm meeting the people.”

— Taylor Frankie Paul (Call Her Daddy)

“I'm like, 'is this possible for me to do as a single mom?' 'Can I make it work realistically no matter how much I want this?' And I was like, 'I can.' You can do anything you want.”

— Taylor Frankie Paul (Call Her Daddy)

“People say they want to grow old with somebody. I want to stay young with somebody.”

— Clayton, Singer-Songwriter (eonline.com)

What’s next

Fans will have to tune in when The Bachelorette season 22 premieres on March 22, 2026 to see which of the 22 contestants wins Taylor Frankie Paul's heart.

The takeaway

The diverse group of men competing on The Bachelorette this season reflects the show's continued efforts to feature a wide range of backgrounds and personalities, providing viewers with an entertaining and engaging dating journey for the lead.