Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation’s Matchmaker

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

As I delve into this fascinating tapestry of love stories spun by The Bachelor franchise, I can’t help but marvel at the rollercoaster ride that these individuals embark upon. Their journeys are as unpredictable and intriguing as any novel penned by a master storyteller.


Former Bachelorette contestant Joan Vassos, now known as “Joan Vassos the Matchmaker,” is stepping into a new role after her engagement to Chock Chapple. Despite finding love herself, she’s eager to help other members of Bachelor Nation find their own happiness in relationships.

Joan mentioned during her exclusive interview with TopMob News that they immediately came to mind as an ideal match for her. She believes they complement each other well due to their shared roots in the Midwest and proximity, making travel easy. Additionally, both individuals are Jewish and maintain a youthful spirit.

Joan postponed setting things up immediately, but it was due to a valid reason. She didn’t want to interfere with the viewing experience, choosing to wait until viewers had watched her eliminate Jordan on the October 23rd episode before exploring potential romantic ties between him and Leslie.

I gave them a few days, immediately following his departure, and it turned out they had already crossed paths. They had encountered each other at a soccer match, and I messaged them the day after, only to find out they had met the previous night. At that point, I asked them if they wanted my involvement in this relationship or if they preferred to handle things on their own, to which they responded, ‘Yes, we’ve got it handled.’

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Leslie has confirmed that she and Jordan are not in a romantic relationship, although they have exchanged texts. However, Leslie is not limiting her matchmaking efforts to just them. As she shared with TopMob, there are currently three potential couples in the process of getting to know each other, and she also has two more individuals in mind who could potentially be good matches.

As a lifestyle expert, allow me to rephrase that statement: It seems that some gentlemen have picked up on the advice given by Joan, and currently, about five of them appear to be in committed relationships. Consequently, the pool of potential suitors has somewhat shrunk at this moment.

Leslie has made it clear that she and Jordan are not in a relationship, although they exchange texts. However, Leslie is not the only person Joan is trying to set up. In fact, Joan currently has three potential matches being discussed, and she also has two other individuals in mind who she thinks could be suitable partners.

Joan’s assistance hasn’t been required by all of the men, it seems.” or “It appears that not every man has sought Joan’s help.

Still, she can’t help playing cupid, even at her recent engagement party.

According to Chock, there was a large crowd present, as stated to TopMob. Furthermore, Joan frequently asked potential suitors about their relationship status, and even suggested introductions to someone else, saying, “Are you single? Let me introduce you to someone.” If these gentlemen don’t eventually find their lifelong partners, Chock and Joan are content to see them become the next bachelor star.

Initially, let’s talk about Charles Ling – such an outstanding character, and I believe America would warm up to him, the insurance executive from Wichita, Kansas shared his thoughts. Jordan, with his sharp wit and charismatic personality, is another contender. Then there are these gentlemen who each add something unique. Keith [Gordon], known as the ‘girl dad’, was the star of the party, always surrounded by a group of 20 people. Gary [Levingston] exudes class, and I don’t want to overlook any of them, but any one of these men could do an excellent job in a leadership role.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

 

In the finale of season 21 of The Bachelorette, it seemed like former Bachelor contestant Jenn Tran was finding her perfect match in Devin Strader. However, during After the Final Rose in September, Jenn, aged 26, disclosed that Devin, 28, turned cold towards her as soon as the filming ended.

 

In the September 3rd episode, I shared with Jesse Palmer my heartbreaking story. I had been led to believe that this person genuinely cared for me, expressing passionate feelings of love one moment and then abruptly pulling away the next, denying any connection the very next day. All the promises he made to me, all the affection he claimed to feel towards me, seemed to vanish without a trace. It’s as if the love he had professed never truly existed.

 

The events unfolded further as Devin posted a 13-minute video on Instagram detailing his perspective, not just accepting responsibility but also explaining the reasons behind ending the relationship during a 15-minute conversation over the phone.

 

Instead of Jenn asserting that he ended their relationship over the phone in August, he stated that she pressed him about the issue while he was trying to figure out how to tell her in person that things weren’t working out between them.

 

He said, “I was unsure about what other steps to take,” but when the situation demanded action, “she essentially compelled me to act.

 

After that, Jenn gracefully moved towards the stage of Dancing With the Stars, and there’s a possibility she found herself in Sasha Farber’s heart. They’ve been fueling romance speculation ever since their elimination on October 29th.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

In November 2022, Greg Grippo, who was one of Katie Thurston’s suitors on The Bachelorette the year before, appeared alongside Victoria Fuller in the season eight finale of Bachelor in Paradise. During their time there, they disclosed that they were in a relationship. However, in April 2024, he shared that their relationship had ended.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

Before Victoria Fuller and Greg Grippo went public with their romance on the finale of Bachelor in Paradise‘s eighth season, she and her costar Johnny DePhillipo ended their engagement.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Divorced

Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist became engaged during the final episode of the first season of “Golden Bachelor” in November 2023, and they officially married in a televised wedding ceremony in January 2024.

However, three months after their nuptials, the couple announced that they were breaking up.

During their interview on Good Morning America alongside Theresa in April 2024, Gerry expressed that they have had many deep discussions and thoroughly examined their situation, including their living arrangements. He explained that they both feel it is likely the right moment for them to end their marriage amicably.

They reached a divorce settlement in June 2024, according to court records reviewed by TopMob News.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Engaged

After courting 32 potential brides, tennis pro Joey Graziadei found his perfect match in project manager Kelsey Anderson. “I can’t wait another minute to tell you that I love you,” Joey told his final rose recipient, before getting down on one knee during his season’s March 2024 finale. “There is something about you. You have this infectious energy that makes me smile. It’s a feeling I’ve never had before.”

Imagining his forever with the Louisiana native, he continued, “I have known for a while that I’ve wanted to have a beautiful life, but I truly didn’t know how beautiful that life could be until I met you.”

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

Though underwater welder John Henry Spurlock (one of Charity Lawson‘s suitors) and nurse Kat Izzo (she competed for Zach Shallcross‘ heart) didn’t connect until midway through season nine of Bachelor in Paradise, they were willing to dive into the deep end. “I’m going to try something a little different,” he said while offering up an Ascher cut Neil Lane diamond. “I’m following my heart today. My heart’s telling me that you are amazing, you are everything that I’m looking for.” 

But days after the finale aired, the duo revealed they no longer saw forever in each other’s eyes. “While our paths are taking different directions due to our career goals not aligning,” they wrote in a joint Instagram post, “we are grateful for the love and support we’ve received from our family, friends, and Bachelor Nation.”

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

Despite her nerves about a Paradise engagement, an all-dressed-in-white Eliza Isichei (one of Clayton Echard‘s exes) happily accepted Aaron Bryant‘s oceanfront proposal. Touched by the software salesman’s decision to reach out to her mom for her blessing, she gushed, “I knew I was not in control of what was going to come out of my mouth.” 

The finale’s coda acknowledged Charity’s ex and marketing manager Eliza had hit some bumps after returning from Mexico, and days later they announced they had officially ended their engagement.

“Tricky emotions watching it all unfold,” he wrote on Instagram December 2023. “We’re leading our amicable split with nothing but positivity and mutual respect for one another.”

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

Though postpartum nurse Kylee Russell lamented boyfriend Aven Jones‘ unwillingness to get down on bended knee—a move he was purportedly prepared to make while romancing Bachelorette Rachel Recchia—she ultimately accepted Aven’s Paradise proposal to “get out of here and make it work.” 

Though that meant her planned engagement gown remained packed, “I just had to do what I felt was right,” she said. “Love is all about taking risk.”

Two days after their December 2023 finale aired, she announced on her Instagram Stories that their relationship had “dissolved due to multiple infidelities.” Aven later issued an apology to Kylee, writing, “I have made major mistakes in the relationship and hurt someone who was very close to me.”

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

In a recent interview with TopMob News, Charity Lawson playfully expressed her satisfaction with the current season. However, her August 2023 finale was far from adequately described by this statement. Integrative medicine specialist Dotun Olubeko, on bended knee, declared their love to be “flawless,” proposing to Charity, a child and family therapist, with the question, “Would you grant me the privilege of transforming this fairy tale into reality?

 Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

I, as a dedicated fan, can’t help but feel overjoyed for Zach Shallcross! Despite some bumps along the way during Fantasy Suite nights, he managed to find his happily ever after by proposing in March 2023. With tear-filled eyes and a heart brimming with love, he declared to travel nurse Kaity Biggar, “You are my world, and I am so deeply in love with you.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Separated

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Brandon Jones expressed his everlasting love for Serene Russell during their proposal on season seven of ‘Paradise’. However, just five months after their engagement was televised, they shared a joint statement in May 2023 announcing their separation. They explained that maintaining their relationship privately amidst public scrutiny had been challenging and extremely difficult for both parties. Despite the pain, they asked for understanding and kindness from the public.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Breakup

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

In summary: The status is that Susie Evans and Clayton Echard, who starred in the 2022 Bachelor finale, initially parted ways after their reunion off-camera. However, six months later, they split up again. Despite this, Susie, a videographer based in L.A., explains that their separation was for valid reasons, as she felt her spirit had dimmed and she wasn’t living her best life. She expressed this in a blog post titled “Susie Was Like” in November 2022, mentioning they shared many happy moments but deep down, she was struggling and feeling out of sync with the ideal version of herself.

As a devoted admirer, I had the pleasure of accompanying Justin Glaze from Bachelor Nation on various dates. Regrettably, our journey together came to an end, as we shared the news of our separation in August 2024.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

In a turn of events, Minnesota elementary school teacher Michelle and Texas-based sales executive Nayte Olukoya, who received a Neil Lane sparkler from him earlier, ended up parting ways. After receiving a $200,000 check for their future home from producers during the filming of their season, they called it quits six months after the finale aired in December 2021.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

The duo from BIP season seven, Maurissa Gunn and Riley Christian, shared a dream of leisurely Sundays with the audience. Regrettably, they were only able to enjoy a few weekends together before parting ways. In a joint statement issued in January 2022, their coordinator Maurissa (who was involved with Peter Weber) and attorney Riley (one of Tayshia Adams’ suitors) stated that they had decided to move apart. They never anticipated this outcome, but they now find themselves at a point where they each need to focus on their personal growth.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

On the sixth season of “Bachelor in Paradise,” television’s initial same-sex couple announced their engagement, but later revealed their separation in October 2019, during Halloween.

In their shared announcement on Instagram, they expressed that love and concern for each other have always been central to their relationship. Their main focus has been ensuring what’s best for both of them. With deep affection for one another, they have chosen to take a break from their relationship. They aspire for what is truly beneficial in the long term, and at this moment, that means growing separately as individuals.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Current Status: Engaged

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Married

Never hurts to have a little practice run. While planning their September 2023 vows, Serena Pitt (a finalist on Matt James’ season) and Joe Amabile (the Chicago grocery store owner who found fame after Becca Kufrin sent him home night one in 2018) decided to just do the damn thing at City Hall near their New York City digs, roughly one year after leaving Paradise engaged. 

“JUST MARRIED !!” Serena, now hosting the Bachelor Happy Hour podcast with her husband, captioned the October 2022 video. “We are still having a wedding this September but who doesn’t want to get married twice!”

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Kenny Braasch, a boy band manager, expressed his deep affection for Mari Pepin by saying, “Mari, I am absolutely smitten by you,” as he placed a Neil Lane diamond ring on her finger during the finale of Paradise in 2021. “You are an integral part of my life now, and I can’t imagine living without you.” Subsequently, Mari Pepin, a former Maryland beauty queen who initially captured Matt’s heart, relocated to Chicago, where Kenny hails from. Before they tied the knot in a small oceanfront ceremony in Puerto Rico in November 2023, they made their love official by getting matching tattoos during a trip to the Bahamas in May 2023.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Married

Becca Kufrin, who was once the Bachelorette, and Thomas Jacobs, one of Katie Thurston’s suitors, started dating during the seventh season of ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ in 2021. They split while on the show, but rekindled their relationship following production. In May 2022, they revealed that they were engaged, with Becca being the one to pop the question. She expressed hope that others could feel empowered by this unconventional move. Later in October of the same year, Thomas reciprocated her gesture. In September 2023, their first child, a son named Benson, was born. Becca shared on Instagram, “There are no words to express the love and awe we have for this little boy.” Approximately a month after bringing Benson home, they got married in an impromptu ceremony on October 13th.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

During the season finale of “The Bachelorette” in 2021, Katie became engaged to Blake Moynes. Their affection for each other was first expressed during their overnight date that included a paintball outing, a cowboy bath, and a heart-to-heart under the night sky.

Bending down on a knee, Blake expressed to Katie, “You’re worthy of the entire world, and I’m thrilled to assist you and stand by your side each day from now on.

Three months following the broadcast of their proposal, the pair declared their separation. They expressed their sentiments in coordinated statements, “We are deeply appreciative of the precious moments we experienced together and the incredible journey that transpired over the past year. However, after careful consideration, we have determined that we are not well-suited as lifelong partners, and for our mutual benefit, it is kinder to part ways independently.”

Currently, she is betrothed to comedian Jeff Arcuri.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

In the time that has passed since Matt and graphic designer Rachael Kirkconnell appeared on his 2021 season of the show (and briefly separated before reconciling), they have faced numerous breakup rumors. However, it’s true that they are still very much in love.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

Following her entrance to replace Clare Crawley during the 2020 season of “The Bachelorette”, Tayshia came across and developed feelings for Zac Clark. Despite exiting her season as an engaged couple, Tayshia, a former lead and now co-host, later disclosed that their relationship encountered some highs and lows.

Being in a new relationship and then disappearing for a few weeks can be tough, right? And I’m being genuine when I say this,” she expressed on the August 2021 episode of The Ben and Ashley I. Almost Famous podcast.

Reflecting on our situation, I believe it became crucial for us to recall the reasons that initially brought us together. And indeed, such introspection seems completely natural under the circumstances. However, as of November 2021, TopMob News reported that we have chosen different paths.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

During season 16 of ‘The Bachelorette,’ Clare became deeply infatuated with Dale Moss. Intriguingly, by the fourth episode itself, they were engaged. However, the unexpected events didn’t cease as weeks later, when Tayshia found her own engagement, Dale announced on social media that his romance with the hairdresser had ended.

Approximately a month after their initial split, speculations of reconciliation swirled around them as they were seen together once more. Fast-forwarding to July 2021, following multiple get-togethers, Clare and Dale were solidly reunited—complete with a ring. However, by September of the same year, they decided to part ways again. Now, Clare is blissfully married to Ryan Dawkins and they are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their first child together.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

Following a short-lived commitment to Hannah Ann Sluss and a later breakup with Madison Prewett, fans had high hopes for Peter’s third attempt at love. Sadly, his relationship with the star of The Bachelor season 24, Kelley Flanagan, didn’t work out in the end. On New Year’s Eve in 2020, the pilot announced that their nine-month romance had ended.

Pete wrote on Instagram, “Although our bond was brimming with numerous lovely recollections, sadly, our connection didn’t last. However, Kelly will always hold a unique place in my heart.

In 2022, we made another attempt at flying together, but in May of this year, I shared the news that our romantic journey had come to an end.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

After the intense conclusion in 2020, the pair shared on Instagram that they wouldn’t continue their romantic involvement. “Madi and I chose not to carry on our relationship any longer,” Peter explained. “I assure you, this wasn’t an easy decision for either of us, but after many heartfelt discussions, we arrived at the conclusion that it was the best course of action for both of us. The affection and esteem I feel towards Madi will persist.

In her statement, Madi expressed, “I’ll continue to cherish and honor him. I firmly believe that our lives were destined to intersect, making us both the better for it.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Status: Split

During season 24 of The Bachelor, Peter and Hannah Ann had a short-term engagement. Regrettably, in the second part of the finale, it became clear that they were facing difficulties just one month into their committed relationship. More precisely, Hannah Ann was caught off guard by Peter’s ongoing feelings for Madison.

She stated, “All along, I’ve just wanted someone to offer their entire affection as I am giving mine. And yet, you ended my first engagement.” Before returning the ring, she added, “You took that from me. I mean, you took it away because I relied on you, and that’s what you’ve always asked of me – ‘Have faith in me. Be patient with me.’

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Current State: Married

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos Is Now Bachelor Nation's Matchmaker

Dylan Barbour and Hannah Godwin, who met on Season 6 of BIP, got married in a fairy-tale French wedding. As Hannah shared with TopMob News exclusively, “It was magical to marry my best friend, surrounded by our loved ones. It meant everything to us and truly was a dream come true.” Most importantly, the content creator is now officially Mrs. Barbour, thrilled to be married to her tech entrepreneur husband from Hannah Brown’s season. They are eager to build their life together in San Diego, with families closely involved, creating an atmosphere that feels like they’ve been married for a while already.

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