These The Bachelor Contestants Returned to Their Regular Jobs After the Show

For many The Bachelor contestants, appearing on the hit reality TV show is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that can lead to fame, fortune, and an entirely new career path. However, not everyone who goes on the show chooses to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. Some return to their normal jobs and lives after filming is done.

Lauren Hussey

Lauren Hussey appeared on season 20 of The Bachelor, where she competed for Ben Higgins’ heart. After the show, she went back to her job as a kindergarten teacher in Naples, Florida. In an interview with The Naples Daily News, Hussey said that she “missed her kids” and was “happy to be back” in the classroom.

Amanda Stanton

Amanda Stanton was a contestant on season 20 of The Bachelor and later appeared on Bachelor in Paradise. Stanton returned to her job as a esthetician after the show ended. She now runs her own online boutique and has become a successful influencer.

Luke Pell

Luke Pell was a contestant on season 12 of The Bachelorette. After the show, he went back to his job as a country singer and songwriter. He continued to perform and tour, even releasing a debut single called “Ball Caps and Blue Jeans” in 2018.

Emily O’Brien

Emily O’Brien appeared on season 15 of The Bachelor, where she competed for Brad Womack’s heart. After the show, she returned to her job as a PhD candidate in epidemiology at the University of California, Los Angeles. O’Brien later earned her PhD and now works as a research scientist.

Kristina Schulman

Kristina Schulman was a contestant on season 21 of The Bachelor and later appeared on Bachelor in Paradise. After the show, she returned to her job as a dental hygienist. Schulman has since launched her own podcast and has become an influencer.

Ashley Iaconetti

Ashley Iaconetti appeared on season 19 of The Bachelor and later appeared on Bachelor in Paradise. After the show, she returned to her job as a journalist. Iaconetti has since become a podcast host and influencer, with over 1 million followers on Instagram.

Andi Dorfman

Andi Dorfman was a contestant on season 18 of The Bachelor and later starred in her own season of The Bachelorette. After the show, she returned to her job as a district attorney in Fulton County, Georgia. Dorfman has since become a best-selling author and TV personality.