Joey Graziadei
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(s) | Kelsey Anderson (2023–present; engaged) |
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] He is the winner of season 33 of Dancing with the Stars.
Early life and education
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
Prior to appearing on The Bachelorette, Graziadei was a teaching tennis pro and Ike Kuluz ambassador at the Club at Kukui'ula in Koloa, Hawaii.[12][14]
Reality television
The Bachelorette
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
On August 21, 2023, during the live Bachelorette season 20 finale, Graziadei was chosen as the lead of season 28 of The Bachelor.[17]
Dancing with the Stars
On September 4, 2024, Graziadei was announced as a contestant on season 33 of Dancing with the Stars, partnering with Jenna Johnson.[18] On November 26, 2024, they were crowned the winners of the season and were awarded the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy, with Graziadei becoming the first man from the Bachelor franchise to win Dancing with the Stars.[19]
| Week # | Dance / Song | Judges' scores | Result | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inaba | Hough | Tonioli | |||
| 1 | Cha-cha-cha / "Dancin' in the Country" | 7 | 7 | 7 | No elimination |
| 2 | Rumba / "Shallow" | 8 | 7 | 7 | Safe |
| 3 | Jive / "Shout" Tango / "Rock You Like a Hurricane" |
9 9 |
8 9 |
8 9 |
No elimination Safe |
| 4 | Viennese waltz / "Lose Control" | 9 | 9 | 9 | Safe |
| 5 | Samba / "Trashin' the Camp" Team Freestyle / "I 2 I" |
8 9 |
8 9 |
9 9 |
Safe |
| 6 | Argentine tango / "Ramalama (Bang Bang)" | 10 | 9 | 10 | Safe |
| 7 | Contemporary / "Work Song" Instant Rumba / "Birds of a Feather" |
9 9 |
10 9 |
9 9 |
Safe |
| 8 Semi-finals |
Foxtrot / "I Won't Dance" Paso doble / "Come Together" |
10 9 |
10 10 |
10 9 |
No elimination |
| 9 Finals |
Cha-cha-cha / "Can't Stop the Feeling!" Freestyle / "Canned Heat" |
10 9 |
10 10 |
10 10 |
WINNERS |
Personal life
In high school, Graziadei was diagnosed with Gilbert's syndrome.[20]
On November 12, 2023, Graziadei became engaged to Kelsey Anderson, a contestant on his season of The Bachelor.[21] This was chronicled in the season finale, which aired on March 25, 2024.[22]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Bachelorette | Himself | Runner-up; season 20 |
| The Golden Bachelor | Guest; season 1, episode 4 | ||
| 2024 | The Bachelor | Lead; season 28 | |
| 9-1-1 | Guest; season 7, episode 4 | ||
| Celebrity Family Feud | Contestant; season 11, episode 3 | ||
| Dancing with the Stars | Winner; season 33 |
References
- ^ 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". Today. 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.
- ^ Block, Emily (September 4, 2024). "Former 'Bachelor' Joey Graziadei to join 'Dancing with the Stars' roster". The Philadelphia Inquirer. Retrieved September 7, 2024.
- ^ "'DWTS': Joey Graziadei Reacts to Season 33 Win and Being First 'Bachelor' to Hold Title (Exclusive)". Entertainment Tonight. November 26, 2024. Retrieved November 27, 2024.
- ^ Greene, Jordan (February 29, 2024). "Bachelor Joey Graziadei Opens Up About Being Diagnosed with Gilbert Syndrome". People. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
- ^ Nicolaou, Elena; Brockington, Ariana (March 25, 2024). "Are 'The Bachelor's' Joey Graziadei and Kelsey Anderson still together now?". Today. Retrieved November 27, 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.