Who is Alex Henderson, 'Love Is Blind' cast member and former soccer star?

The Columbus Dispatch explores the background of the 'Love Is Blind' contestant and former MLS draft pick.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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One of the contestants on the latest season of the reality dating show 'Love Is Blind' is Alex Henderson, a former collegiate soccer goalie and MLS second-round draft pick from Westlake, Ohio. Henderson, who now works in financial sales, bonded with fellow contestant Ashley Carpenter on the show.

Why it matters

Alex Henderson's background as a former professional soccer player turned reality TV star provides an interesting human interest angle for fans of both 'Love Is Blind' and sports. His journey from athlete to financial sales professional to reality TV contestant highlights the diverse career paths that people can take.

The details

Alex Henderson was a standout soccer player in college and was even drafted in the second round by an MLS team, though he ultimately did not end up playing professionally. He is now working in financial sales and appeared as a contestant on the latest season of the Netflix reality dating show 'Love Is Blind', where he bonded with fellow contestant Ashley Carpenter.

  • Alex Henderson was drafted by an MLS team in the second round several years ago.
  • Henderson appeared as a contestant on 'Love Is Blind' Season 10, which premiered in 2026.

The players

Alex Henderson

A former collegiate soccer goalie and MLS second-round draft pick from Westlake, Ohio who now works in financial sales and appeared as a contestant on 'Love Is Blind' Season 10.

Ashley Carpenter

A fellow contestant on 'Love Is Blind' Season 10 who bonded with Alex Henderson on the show.

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What they’re saying

“I do like darker features, I like certain things in my woman,”

— Alex Henderson (wn.com)

The takeaway

Alex Henderson's journey from collegiate soccer star to reality TV contestant on 'Love Is Blind' showcases the diverse career paths people can take, blending athletic, professional, and entertainment pursuits.