Grant Ellis
| Grant Ellis | |
|---|---|
| Born | Grant Russell Ellis December 15, 1993 Newark, New Jersey, U.S.[1] |
| 🏫 Education | Albertus Magnus College (BS) |
| 💼 Occupation | Television personality |
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)[2] |
| ❤️ Partner(s) | Juliana Pasquarosa (2024–2025) |
Grant Russell Ellis (born December 15, 1993)[3] is an American television personality and former professional basketball player for a team in the Dominican Republic who is best known as a contestant on season 21 of The Bachelorette, and as the star of season 29 of The Bachelor.[4]
Early life and education
Ellis was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, to parents Robert and Renee.[1][5] He has a sister, Taylor.[6] He was a star basketball player at Hudson Catholic Regional High School, and received a Division I scholarship to play for the Iona Gaels men's basketball team in 2012.[7][8] He transferred to Albertus Magnus College after two years and graduated in 2017 with a degree in criminal justice.[9]
Career
After graduating college, Ellis played professional basketball in the Liga Nacional de Baloncesto in the Dominican Republic.[3][10] After retiring from basketball due to an injury, he moved to Houston, Texas and began a career as a day trader.[1]
Reality television
The Bachelorette
In March 2024, Ellis was revealed to be a contestant on season 21 of The Bachelorette starring Jenn Tran.[11] He finished in fifth place, with Tran sending him home at the last rose ceremony before hometowns.[4]
The Bachelor
On August 12, 2024, immediately after his elimination aired, Ellis was announced as the star of season 29 of The Bachelor.[12]
Personal life
On October 31, 2024, Ellis got engaged to Juliana Pasquarosa, whom he chose as the winner on his season of The Bachelor.[13] They announced their breakup on Friday, June 13, 2025.[14]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Bachelorette | Himself | Contestant; season 21; fifth place |
| 2025 | The Bachelor | Lead; season 29 |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Rosenthal, Victoria (August 13, 2024). "Who is Grant Ellis? Everything you need to know about the N.J. native named as the new 'Bachelor'". NJ.com. Retrieved August 21, 2024.
- ↑ "Grant Ellis". Iona University. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Grant Ellis". Proballers. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Hailu, Selome (August 12, 2024). "'The Bachelor': Grant Ellis Named Season 29's Leading Man After Exit From Jenn Tran's Season". Variety. Retrieved August 12, 2024.
- ↑ Hudgins, Ryan (January 27, 2025). "'The Bachelor' Season 29 Lead Grant Ellis' Family Guide: Meet His Mom, Dad and Sister". Us Weekly. Retrieved January 27, 2025.
- ↑ Norwin, Alyssa (January 27, 2025). "Who Is 'The Bachelor' Star Grant Ellis' Sister? Meet Taylor Ellis". TV Insider. Retrieved January 27, 2025.
- ↑ Villanova, Patrick (September 20, 2011). "Hudson Catholic hoops star Grant Ellis gives verbal commitment to Iona College for next year; drawn by Division I team's style of play". NJ.com. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
- ↑ Wallace, Amanda (July 9, 2024). "NJ natives Jenn Tran and Grant Ellis are looking for love on 'The Bachelorette'". North Jersey Media Group. Retrieved July 11, 2024.
- ↑ "Grant Ellis". Albertus Magnus College. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
- ↑ Wysong, David (August 12, 2024). "Who is Grant Ellis? 5 facts about the newest 'Bachelor'". The Cincinnati Enquirer. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
- ↑ Hearon, Sarah (March 26, 2024). "Bachelorette Season 21 Cast: See Jenn Tran's Potential Contestants". Us Weekly. Retrieved March 26, 2024.
- ↑ Baldwin, Kristen (August 12, 2024). "Grant Ellis elimination". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved August 12, 2024.
- ↑ Hearon, Sarah (March 24, 2025). "Newly Engaged 'Bachelor' Couple Grant Ellis and Juliana Pasquarosa Are Moving to Boston". Us Weekly. Retrieved April 11, 2025.
- ↑ Bernabe, Angeline Jane (2025-06-13). "'Bachelor' star Grant Ellis, Juliana Pasquarosa part ways, say they still 'love and respect' each other". Good Morning America. Retrieved 2025-07-04.
External links
- Grant Ellis on IMDb
- Grant Ellis on Instagram
| Preceded by Joey Graziadei |
The Bachelor Season 29 (2025) |
Succeeded by Incumbent |
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