Grant Ellis
American television personality (born 1993)
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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]
December 15, 1993
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 | Juliana Pasquarosa (2024–2025) |
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
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Bachelorette | Himself | Contestant; season 21; fifth place |
| 2025 | The Bachelor | Lead; season 29 |