Joseph Michael Graziadei (born May 24, 1995)[3][4] is an American television personality who is best known as the runner-up on season 20 of The Bachelorette, and as the star of season 28 of The Bachelor.[5]
Joey Graziadei | |
|---|---|
| Born | Joseph Michael Graziadei[1] May 24, 1995 |
| Education | West Chester University (BA) |
| Occupation(s) | Television personality Tennis coach |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)[2] |
| Partner | Kelsey Anderson (engaged) |
Early life and education edit
Graziadei was born and raised in Royersford, Pennsylvania to parents Nick and Cathy.[2][6] He has two sisters, Carly and Ellie.[7][8] When he was in kindergarten, his parents divorced after his father came out as gay.[9]
Graziadei graduated from Spring-Ford High School in 2013, and then played tennis at West Chester University, where he graduated in 2017 with a degree in communication and media studies.[8][10][11] While in college, he was a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity.[12] After graduating, he moved to Hawaii.[13]
Career edit
Prior to appearing on The Bachelorette, Graziadei was a teaching tennis pro and Ike Kuluz ambassador at The Club at Kukuiʻula in Koloa, Hawaii.[12][14]
Reality television edit
The Bachelorette edit
In March 2023, Graziadei was revealed to be a contestant on season 20 of The Bachelorette starring Charity Lawson.[15] He made it to the final two, but was rejected in favor of fellow contestant Dotun Olubeko.[16]
The Bachelor edit
On August 21, 2023, during the live Bachelorette season 20 finale, Graziadei was chosen as the lead of season 28 of The Bachelor.[17] On March 25, 2024, Graziadei chose Kelsey Anderson in the Bachelor season 28 finale. [18][19]
Personal life edit
In high school, Graziadei was diagnosed with Gilbert's syndrome.[20]
On November 12, 2023, Graziadei got engaged to Kelsey Anderson, whom he chose as the winner on his season of The Bachelor.[21]
Filmography edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Bachelorette | Himself | Runner-up; season 20 |
| The Golden Bachelor | October 19 episode | ||
| 2024 | The Bachelor | Lead; season 28 | |
| 9-1-1 | Cameo; season 7, episode 4 |
References edit
- ^ Bachelor Happy Hour (August 29, 2023). "EXCLUSIVE: Joey Discusses the Journey Ahead" (Podcast). iHeartRadio. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
- ^ a b c "Joey Graziadei". West Chester University. Retrieved August 22, 2023.
- ^ Joey Graziadei (May 24, 2018). "Birthday breakfast". Retrieved August 22, 2023.[self-published]
- ^ Calvario, Liz (August 21, 2023). "Who is Joey Graziadei? What to know about the new Bachelor". The Today Show. Retrieved August 22, 2023.
- ^ "Joey Graziadei | The Bachelor". ABC. Retrieved 2024-03-19.
- ^ Hertzog, Austin (August 22, 2023). "Royersford native Joey Graziadei selected as new 'Bachelor' TV show lead". The Morning Call. Retrieved January 22, 2024.
- ^ Stivale, Shelby (January 19, 2024). "Bachelor Joey Graziadei's Family Guide: Meet the Season 28 Star's Parents and 2 Sisters". Us Weekly. Retrieved January 22, 2024.
- ^ a b Macke, Johnni (August 22, 2023). "Who Is Joey Graziadei? 5 Things to Know About the Season 28 'Bachelor' Leading Man". Us Weekly. Retrieved August 23, 2023.
- ^ "Joey Opens Up About Sharing His Dad's Coming Out Story with Charity". Bachelor Nation. July 6, 2023. Retrieved August 22, 2023.
- ^ Rudnesky, Franki (June 27, 2023). "Meet Joey Graziadei, 'The Bachelorette' contestant from Montgomery County". Philly Voice. Archived from the original on June 27, 2023. Retrieved June 28, 2023.
- ^ Rapp, Julia (June 30, 2023). "West Chester University Alum Competes for Love on 'The Bachelorette'". Vista Today. Archived from the original on July 2, 2023. Retrieved July 2, 2023.
- ^ a b "Joseph Graziadei". LinkedIn. Retrieved August 22, 2023.[self-published]
- ^ Stang, Kaila (January 22, 2024). "All the Details on 'Bachelor' Joey Graziadei's Tennis Career". TV Insider. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
- ^ Saletta, Emma (June 25, 2023). "What Is Joey Graziadei's Job? Let's Get to Know 'The Bachelorette' Contestant". Distractify. Retrieved August 22, 2023.
- ^ Garcia, Gretty (March 20, 2023). "Presenting: All 29 Contestants on Charity Lawson's New Season of 'The Bachelorette'". Cosmopolitan. Archived from the original on April 2, 2023. Retrieved April 1, 2023.
- ^ Gawley, Paige (August 21, 2023). "'The Bachelorette' Finale: Charity Sobs As She Breaks Up With Joey". Entertainment Tonight. Retrieved August 22, 2023.
- ^ Gajewsi, Ryan (August 21, 2023). "ABC Reveals Next 'Bachelor' Lead During Emotional 'Bachelorette' Finale". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 21, 2023.
- ^ Robinson, Kimi (March 25, 2024). "'Bachelor' finale reveals Joey Graziadei's final choice: Who is he engaged to?". USA Today. Retrieved March 25, 2024.
- ^ Falcone, Dana Rose (March 25, 2024). "Joey Graziadei Gets Engaged During The Bachelor Finale: 'It's a Feeling I've Never Had Before'". People. Retrieved March 25, 2024.
- ^ Greene, Jordan (February 29, 2024). "Bachelor Joey Graziadei Opens Up About Being Diagnosed with Gilbert Syndrome". People. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
- ^ Hearon, Sarah (March 25, 2024). "The Bachelor Finale Recap: Joey Graziadei Is Engaged to Kelsey Anderson". Us Weekly. Retrieved March 25, 2024.