Former "Bachelor" and "Bachelorette" Leads: From Alex Michel to Rachel and Gabby What Are They...

Others wither before the Neil Lane engagement ring can be resized, while other flowers endure the test of time.

The world's most eligible Bachelor, Alex Michel, was featured in the March 2002 ABC premiere of The Bachelor. In a battle for his affection between more than 20 women, one of the most popular reality TV franchises was formed. The Bachelorette made its debut the following year.
47 men and women have been dubbed the Bachelor or Bachelorette since the show's initial debut in 2002. The only person to serve as the show's host more than once is Brad Womack, but in 2020, the reality series stunned viewers with an incredible twist when Tayshia Adams was asked to take Clare Crawley's place during season 16 of The Bachelorette.