Meet the New ‘Bachelor,’ a Quarterback for the Washington Commanders
ABC is returning the franchise after a long hiatus, and Hartman becomes the first current athlete to lead the dating series.
- On Friday, ABC announced Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Hartman as the lead for the next season of "The Bachelor." The 27-year-old athlete will help relaunch the reality dating franchise after two years off the air.
- "The Bachelor" returns for its 30th season on March 21, marking the first installment since the cancellation of "The Bachelorette" season featuring Taylor Frankie Paul. The network selected Hartman to lead the franchise's comeback.
- A standout college athlete, Hartman holds the Atlantic Coast Conference record with 134 career touchdown passes. He played five seasons at Wake Forest University and one season at the University of Notre Dame before signing with the Commanders.
- During his first interview on "Good Morning America," Hartman expressed excitement and nervousness about his search for love. "I have a tough time holding conversation with one girl," he admitted, adding that dating 30 women will be challenging.
- The 30th season premieres Sunday, March 21, at 8 p.m. on ABC, with episodes streaming on Hulu the next day. Fans can follow the Commanders backup quarterback's journey to find a partner.
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Commanders player chosen to be next star of 'The Bachelor'
One Washington Commanders quarterback will be chasing a different kind of ring in the coming months. Commanders backup QB Sam Hartman has been cast as the next star of “The Bachelor” for the show’s milestone 30th season. Hartman’s quest for love starts airing on ABC in March 2027. Meet Sam Hartman, your new Bachelor. 🌹 …
The Next Star of “The Bachelor” is a Commanders Backup QB
Yesterday, the Washington Commanders eked past the New York Giants 24–21 in a comeback win that kept their playoff dreams within the realm of possibility. This morning, fans woke up to another win of sorts: ABC announced that Washington’s backup quarterback and perennial heartthrob Sam Hartman will star in the next season of "The Bachelor.”
Hello Handsome! Meet Your New 'Bachelor' Before the Reality Dating Show Returns in 2027
The Bachelor season 30 premieres this coming spring, but ABC just gave us an early Christmas present by introducing us to the new bachelor: Sam Hartman. And don't you worry: this Southern gentleman is very handsome. The NFL quarterback is trading his Washington Commanders jersey for a tux and some red roses...and we'll definitely be tuning in. Here's everything you need to know about The Bachelor season 30 — and Sam Hartman.Is Sam Hartman The Ba…
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