Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

As a seasoned observer of the whirlwind world of Bachelor Nation, I must admit that the journey these lovebirds embark upon, often fraught with rose-tinted lenses and heart-wrenching goodbyes, is nothing short of captivating. Each couple’s story, unique in its own way, unfolds like a gripping novel, filled with suspense, drama, and, of course, the occasional unexpected twist.


Carly Waddell‘s journey to find love has taken an exciting turn.

The Bachelor Nation star is engaged to boyfriend Todd Allen Trassler, she confirmed Oct. 17.

She shared on Instagram that something small took place in Costa Rica [smiling face with heart eyes emoji]. Many of you have been curious about why Todd has been wearing a ring, and the truth is she proposed to him during Halloween last year! (She’ll share more details soon) However, there’s a spoiler alert – he agreed, though he was quite surprised and found it difficult to respond at first! Then, another spoiler alert – she also asked him to marry her this October, and her answer was yes as well!

News about the former contestant on ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ was shared, accompanied by a video featuring her, Todd, and their two kids – Bella, aged 5, and Charlie, aged 3 – enjoying their holiday together.

In the music video for “So I Do,” sung by Carly, Todd, and their two kids (from a previous relationship with Evan Bass) go boating to a beach. The video shows Carly leading her children towards the water, gazing at the sunset. It appears that Todd is taking a photo of them, but then he gets down on one knee and proposes. The video concludes with Carly showing off her new ring and the camera zooming in on the unique diamond.

For some time, we had considered conventional jewelry stores for our ring purchase, but I already knew the style I desired. Instead, we opted for custom design services at @jamesallenrings, and I only got to see the finished product when he proposed. The ring is even more stunning than I could have envisioned. Here’s to embarking on a new chapter with my soulmate, and wearing his dream ring on my left hand [heart emoji].

Seven months ago, I found myself utterly smitten, as the local news flashed an interview with a dashing man named Todd. Impulsively, I couldn’t resist reaching out to him on Instagram, sending a message in the sweltering heat of July 2023. Little did I know that this simple act would set in motion a series of events that would forever change my life. Now, here we are, and it’s official – we’re engaged! The journey has been extraordinary, and I can’t help but look back on the moments that led us here, knowing that every step was destined to bring us together.

Previously, Carly was wedded to another contestant from Bachelor Nation, Evan Bass. This couple, who fell in love on Bachelor in Paradise, declared the termination of their three-year union in December 2020.

In a shared declaration, they announced their tough choice to part ways. They will forever hold dear the moments they spent together and maintain deep admiration for each other while prioritizing their family’s well-being moving forward. They express gratitude for all the love and encouragement received and humbly request privacy during this transition period.

Evan is currently in a relationship with Kristen Rodgers, whom he has been dating since 2023.

Keep reading for more Bachelor Nation updates…

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Split

As a dedicated follower, let me share an update from November 2022: I found myself walking hand-in-hand with Greg Grippo, one of Katie Thurston’s past suitors from The Bachelorette, on the season finale of Bachelor in Paradise. During that magical moment, we confirmed our blossoming relationship. However, come April 2024, I felt it was necessary to share that our journey had come to an end.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Prior to Victoria Fuller and Greg Grippo making their relationship official during the finale of Bachelor in Paradise’s 8th season, Victoria Fuller had previously broken off her engagement with John DePhillipo.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Divorced

As a lifestyle aficionado, let me share an exciting piece of news from my personal timeline: I got engaged with my beloved Theresa Nist in the heartwarming finale of the pioneering Golden Bachelor TV series in November 2023. We sealed our love story with a beautiful televised wedding ceremony in January 2024.

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

Gerry mentioned during their interview on Good Morning America with Theresa in April 2024, that they have had many deep discussions and carefully analyzed their circumstances, including their living arrangement. They’ve decided together that it seems appropriate to end their marriage.

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

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Relationship Status: Betrothed

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

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.”

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

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.”

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

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.”

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

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, kneeling before her, declared their love as “perfect,” posing the question, “Would you grant me the privilege of transforming this fairy tale into a reality?

 Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Engaged

Zach shall get his happy ending. Despite more than a few Fantasy Suite-related stumbles, Zach Shallcross ended season 27 in March 2023 down on one knee. “I am so in love with you,” he told travel nurse Kaity Biggar. “You are my world. The love I feel for you is something I could have never imagined.”

In July 2023, the Texas-based duo made an even bigger step in their journey, with Kaity sharing on Instagram, “Officially roommates.” They’re currently planning their October 2025 vows. 

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Broke Up

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Brandon Jones declared his eternal affection for Serene Russell during their proposal on season seven of “Paradise”. However, their relationship didn’t last long; they announced their separation five months after the engagement aired in May 2023. In an Instagram post, they explained that maintaining their relationship privately amidst public scrutiny had been incredibly challenging. They expressed that it was a difficult reality to accept and asked for understanding, as there was still much love between them, and requested no hate.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

In the latest development, Rachel’s relationship with general contractor Tino Franco has encountered difficulties. During their 2022 season broadcast, he was caught kissing another woman, an act that he admitted was wrong and regrettable on “The Viall Files”. He expressed that it was not acceptable behavior, unfair to Rachel, and something he deeply regrets, confessing that he feels daily remorse. He wishes he could have handled the situation differently many times over, feeling ashamed of his actions.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

The status is indeed intriguing. In the finale of 2022, Susie Evans initially turned down Clayton Echard’s advances, but later reconnected with him off-screen. However, their reconciliation didn’t last long; they parted ways six months later. Despite this heartbreaking turn of events, Susie, a videographer based in L.A., maintains that the split was necessary. In a November 2022 blog post titled “Susie Was Like,” she explained, “The people around me noticed my sparkle had faded, and I was far from flourishing.” She admitted that they shared many happy moments, but deep down, she was struggling and felt out of sync with the best version of herself.

After dating Justin Glaze, a contestant from Bachelor Nation, Susie later confirmed that they had parted ways as well, in August 2024.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Split

Minnesota elementary school teacher Michelle accepted a Neil Lane sparkler from Texas-based sales exec Nayte Olukoya—and a $200,000 check from producers to put toward their future home. But, ultimately, the pair just didn’t have the right foundation, announcing their breakup six months after their season’s finale aired in December 2021.

Though he said on The Viall Files, “There was lots of ups and downs, lots of arguments, lots of fights and just not really clicking, not really seeing eye-to-eye,” Nayte acknowledged that not having that final split conversation in person was “a dick move.”

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

The duo from BIP season seven, Maurissa Gunn and Riley Christian, shared an appealing vision of serene Sunday mornings with viewers, however, they managed only a few weekend escapades before parting ways. In a joint statement issued in January 2022, their patient coordinator, Maurissa (who had a romantic connection with Peter Weber), and attorney Riley (one of Tayshia Adams’ suitors) declared that they have decided to move on separately. They hadn’t foreseen this, but they found themselves at a stage where they both required focusing on personal growth.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Split

The first same-sex couple from the Bachelor Nation got engaged during season six of “Bachelor in Paradise”, but they parted ways in 2019, announcing their separation on Halloween.

In their shared post on Instagram, they expressed that love and concern for each other have always been central to their relationship. They prioritize doing what’s best for them as a couple. With deep affection for one another, they announced that it is in their best interest to step away from the relationship for now. Their ultimate goal is to find what works best for them in the long term, and at this moment, that means growing separately.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Current Status: Engaged

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

In simpler terms, Serena Pitt and Joe Amabile, both reality TV stars, decided to have a pre-wedding ceremony about a year after leaving Bachelor in Paradise. They exchanged vows at City Hall in New York City on October 2022, even though they plan a formal wedding in September 2023. Serena, who now co-hosts the Bachelor Happy Hour podcast with her husband, posted a video from their quick ceremony and captioned it “JUST MARRIED!!” with the note that they’re looking forward to getting married again in September.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Kenny Braasch, a boy band manager, declared his deep affection for Mari Pepin as he placed a Neil Lane diamond ring on her finger at the end of the 2021 Paradise finale. “I am so in love with you,” he said, “and I can’t imagine my life without you.” After initially captivating Bachelor Matt, Mari moved to Kenny’s hometown, Chicago, and began planning their future together. Before they exchanged vows 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.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Married

Becca Kufrin and Thomas Jacobs, who was one of Katie Thurston’s suitors, found each other during season seven of ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ in 2021. They split up while the show was still airing, but rekindled their relationship after filming ended. In May 2022, they announced their engagement, with Becca taking the initiative to pop the question. As she expressed to TopMob News, she hopes others can feel empowered by this unconventional approach. Thomas reciprocated this gesture in October of the same year. Their son, Benson, was born in September 2023. On Instagram, Becca shared her feelings, stating, “There are no words sufficient to express the love and awe we have for this little boy.” Just weeks after welcoming Benson, they tied the knot in an impromptu ceremony on October 13, 2023.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Split

In the final episode of season 17 of “The Bachelorette” in 2021, Katie got engaged to Blake Moynes. This romantic moment took place during their overnight date, which included a paintball adventure, soaking in a cowboy tub, and a heartfelt chat under the night sky, where they expressed their deep affection for each other.

Bending on a knee, Blake expressed to Katie, “You are worthy of everything the world has to offer, and I look forward to standing by your side and offering my support each day from now on.

Approximately three months following the broadcast of their proposal, the couple revealed they were parting ways. They expressed their gratitude for the shared moments and the journey experienced during the past year, but they acknowledged that they are not ideally suited as lifelong partners. In order to act with compassion towards each other, they chose to pursue separate paths.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Current Status: In a Relationship

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Split

Following her intervention in Clare Crawley’s 2020 season of The Bachelorette, Tayshia developed feelings for Zac Clark. Despite exiting the show as an engaged couple, Tayshia, who transitioned from lead to co-host, subsequently disclosed that their relationship experienced some highs and lows.

As a die-hard admirer, let me confess, it’s quite a challenge to navigate a fresh romance only to vanish for a fortnight or so, if you catch my drift. And believe you me, this is the raw and unfiltered truth I’m sharing here on The Ben and Ashley I. Almost Famous podcast in August 2021.

Following that incident, it seemed as though we ought to recall why we were together in the first place. Such a reflection is quite standard. However, it was revealed by TopMob News in November 2021 that they had parted ways.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Split

During season 16 of ‘The Bachelorette’, Clare became deeply smitten with Dale Moss. So much so, that by the fourth episode, they were engaged. However, the surprises didn’t end there. Weeks after Tayshia took over as the lead, Dale announced on social media that his relationship with the hairdresser had ended even before he proposed to her.

Approximately a month later, speculation about reconciliation swirled as they were seen together again. Fast-forwarding to July 2021, after multiple get-togethers, Clare and Dale found themselves back in each other’s arms, with a ring on her finger. However, by September of the same year, they decided to part ways once more. Now, Clare is blissfully married to Ryan Dawkins and they’re eagerly awaiting the arrival of their first child together.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Split

Following a short engagement with winner Hannah Ann Sluss and later separation from runner-up Madison Prewett, fans hoped that things would work out for Peter in his third attempt at love. Unfortunately, it seems the relationship between him and The Bachelor season 24’s Kelley Flanagan was not destined to last. On New Year’s Eve in 2020, the pilot confirmed that their nine-month romance had ended.

Though our bond held many cherished moments, unfortunately it didn’t last, as shared on Instagram by Pete. Regarding Kelley, she remains someone whom I’ll forever hold a unique affection towards.

In 2022, I made another attempt with them to soar again, but come May, we publicly announced that our journey as a couple had come to an end.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Split

After the intense conclusion of 2020, the pair shared on Instagram that they would not continue their romantic involvement. “Madi and I have jointly decided not to advance our relationship any further,” wrote Peter. “I assure you, this was a difficult decision for both of us to accept, but after many open discussions, we’ve agreed that this is what feels right for us. The affection and regard I hold for Madi will persist.

In her statement, Madi expressed, “I’ll always hold affection and regard for him. I firmly believe that our lives were destined to intersect, and it has undeniably benefited us both.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Split

During the 24th season of The Bachelor, Peter and Hannah Ann had a short-term engagement. Regrettably, just two parts into the finale, it became clear that they were experiencing difficulties only a month into their exclusive relationship. More specifically, Hannah Ann was taken aback when she discovered Peter still harbored feelings for Madison.

She conveyed, “All I’ve really wanted is for someone to offer their complete affection as I am giving mine, and yet, you ended my first engagement.” She went on to say, “You took that from me. It’s because I believed in you, and that’s what I kept asking of you – ‘Be patient with me. Have faith in me.’

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

In a significant development since their days of living in a van, Dean Unglert and Caelynn Miller-Keyes, who were once romantic partners during ‘Paradise’ season six in 2019, have been inseparable ever since. Having gotten engaged in the year 2022, they exchanged vows at a camp-themed wedding in the Colorado mountains on September 23. Caelynn shared her excitement with TopMob News prior to the ceremony, expressing her deep affection for him and looking forward to their future together. “I just love him so much,” she said. “I’m just so excited to be marrying someone who’s such a good person, who makes me laugh every single day even if I’m upset. I think our life together is going to be really fun.” In simpler terms, they were once apart, but have since been together, got engaged in 2022, and finally married in 2022 at a camp-themed wedding in the Colorado mountains. They are deeply in love and excited about their future as a married couple.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

The content creator, Dylan Barbour, and his season six BIP love, Hannah Godwin, were on the verge of reaching matrimony when they exchanged vows in a multi-day French ceremony. Hannah shared exclusively with TopMob News that the wedding was enchanting: “It was magical to marry my best friend, surrounded by our closest family and friends. It meant everything to us, it truly was a dream come true.” Primarily, the YouTube personality is thrilled to now refer to tech entrepreneur (from Hannah Brown’s season) as her husband. She expressed that they are committed to making their life together in San Diego work: “We’re in this for the long haul,” she said. “Our families are close and involved. It feels like we’ve been married already, but we still want to create new memories and solidify our union.

Bachelor Nation’s Carly Waddell Engaged to Todd Allen Trassler

Status: Split

After several months of anticipation, the couple from Bachelor in Paradise, Chris Bukowski (who started his multi-season flirtation with Emily Maynard during her season) and Katie Morton (who dated Colton), announced their split in 2019 through a joint statement on Instagram. They wrote, “We’ve arrived at a stage in our relationship where it’s best for us to part ways. We have decided to continue loving and respecting each other as friends because that’s the foundation of our bond, and it feels most genuine to us.

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