Matt James

About

Reality star who rose to fame as the first ever black lead on the popular reality TV series The Bachelor. He was tapped to star for its 25th season beginning in January 2021.

Before Fame

He graduated with a degree in economics from Wake Forest University in 2015. He also played wide receiver for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons football team.

Trivia

He founded the non-profit organization ABC Food Tours. He was originally cast to appear on season 16 of The Bachelorette before it was delayed due to COVID-19.

Family Life

He had been in a relationship with Rachael Kirkconnell whom he met on The Bachelor for nearly four years until they split in 2024.

Associated With

He founded ABC Food Tours with Tyler Cameron.