Six Texans Compete for Love on Netflix's 'Age of Attraction'

The new reality dating series features singles from Dallas, Austin, and San Marcos.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Netflix's new reality dating series 'Age of Attraction' features six contestants from Texas, including singles from Dallas, Austin, and San Marcos. The show takes a different approach to modern dating, with 40 singles ages 22 to 60 building connections based on chemistry and compatibility rather than age. The Texas contestants have diverse backgrounds, including an IT specialist, a medical sales professional, a consultant, a corporate purchasing agent, a model and actor, and a project manager.

Why it matters

The show's unique premise of focusing on chemistry over age reflects changing attitudes towards modern dating, particularly among younger generations who place less emphasis on traditional age gaps in relationships. The inclusion of Texan contestants also highlights the state's growing influence in the entertainment industry.

The details

The Texas contestants on 'Age of Attraction' include Charles, an IT specialist from Dallas who enjoys metal music, anime, and video games; Derrick, a medical sales professional from Dallas known for his infectious personality; Josh, a consultant from Austin who is embracing his creative side; Logan, a corporate purchasing agent from Dallas who values family; Elise, a model and actor from San Marcos who is looking for a confident partner; and Vanelle, a project manager from Dallas who moved to the U.S. from Cameroon as a child.

  • The new Netflix series 'Age of Attraction' premieres on March 11, 2026.

The players

Netflix

The streaming service that is producing the new reality dating series 'Age of Attraction'.

Nick Viall

A former 'Bachelor' star who is hosting the new Netflix series 'Age of Attraction' along with his wife, Natalie Joy.

Natalie Joy

The wife of former 'Bachelor' star Nick Viall, who is co-hosting the new Netflix series 'Age of Attraction'.

Charles

An IT specialist from Dallas who is a contestant on the new Netflix series 'Age of Attraction'.

Derrick

A medical sales professional from Dallas who is a contestant on the new Netflix series 'Age of Attraction'.

Josh

A consultant from Austin who is a contestant on the new Netflix series 'Age of Attraction'.

Logan

A corporate purchasing agent from Dallas who is a contestant on the new Netflix series 'Age of Attraction'.

Elise

A model and actor from San Marcos who is a contestant on the new Netflix series 'Age of Attraction'.

Vanelle

A project manager from Dallas who is a contestant on the new Netflix series 'Age of Attraction'.

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What they’re saying

“If I'm dealing with a real man who knows what he wants, I won't be as guarded.”

— Elise, Model and actor (beaumontenterprise.com)

“It's my life.”

— Vanelle, Project manager (beaumontenterprise.com)

What’s next

The new Netflix series 'Age of Attraction' premieres on March 11, 2026.

The takeaway

Netflix's 'Age of Attraction' reflects the evolving attitudes towards modern dating, where singles prioritize chemistry and compatibility over traditional age gaps. The inclusion of diverse Texan contestants also highlights the state's growing influence in the entertainment industry.