Bachelor in ParadiseSeason 10 premieres on June 29, 2025, marking its return after a 2024 hiatus. This milestone season introduces a fresh location, moving from Mexico to the luxurious Azura Beach Resort in Costa Rica. Hosted by Jesse Palmer, the show welcomes back bartender Wells Adams, joined by former Bachelorette Hannah Brown, who will manage the new Champagne Lounge.
The initial cast ofBachelor In Paradise10includes fan favorites like Dale Moss, Kat Izzo, Jonathon Johnson, and Hakeem Moulton, alongside Zoe McGrady, Lexi Young, and others from recentBachelorandBacheloretteseasons. Notably,Golden BachelorandGolden Bachelorettealums Leslie Fhima and Gary Levingston will join, blending senior and younger contestants for the first time. Theseason kicks off with 16 young contestantsand 10 Goldens. Read on for a full cast guide of the first contestants, with many more to come.
Alex Godin, 26
The Bachelor 29
26-year-old Alex Godincaught Grant Ellis' eye on night one ofThe Bachelor29, when she waltzed into the house with a llama. Though she won his first impression rose, their connection faded quickly. Hesurprised fans when he sent her home, but she has a second chance at love on the beach this summer.
Bailey Brown, 27
Bailey Brown, a 27-year-old social media manager and model from Atlanta, Georgia,made Grant put on a wig during night oneofThe Bachelorseason 29. She lives a fast-paced life, loving travel, shopping, and her toy poodle, Easa. Bailey seeks a funny, thoughtful, family-oriented partner.Bailey made a bold entrance, asking Grant to take her photo, but was eliminated in week 3.
Brian Autz, 33
The Bachelorette 21
Brian Autz, a 33-year-old esthetics consultant from Boynton Beach, Florida, made his television debut onThe Bacheloretteseason 21. Originally from Long Island, he brought humor and heart, arriving withsyringes for “shot o’clock” to charm Jenn Tran. Despite early buzz, he clashed with Jeremy Simon over a car stunt, earning a villain label. Eliminated in week 2, Brian will seek love again onBachelor in ParadiseSeason 10.
Dale Moss, 36
The Bachelorette 16
Dale, 36, appeared onThe Bacheloretteseason 16, where he got engaged toThe Bachelorette’s Clare Crawley. 44. after a whirlwind romance, leaving the show early. A former NFL player and model from South Dakota, Dale isknown for his philanthropy with the Special Olympics. He will return forBachelor in Paradiseseason 10, for another chance at finding love on network television.
Hakeem Moulton, 29
29-year-old Hakeem made his television debut onThe Bacheloretteseason 21, where he dated Jenn Tran. He will be remembered most forfreaking out during a group date that involved a large spider crawling on him.Hakeem will be on the beachthis summer and is clearly willing to do whatever it takes to find love.
Jeremy Simon, 29
The Bachelorette’s Jeremy Simon, 29, a real estate investor from Fairfield, Connecticut, now living in New York City, competed onThe Bacheloretteseason 21. He made it to Jenn Tran’s top four, earning a hometown date. Despite a memorable red sports car entrance and a sweet Pike Place Market date, hewas eliminated in week 7. Jeremy will seek love again onBachelor in Paradiseseason 10
Jess Edwards, 25
The Bachelor 28
Jess Edwards, a 25-year-old executive assistant from San Diego, California, competed onThe Bachelorseason 28with Joey Graziadei. Originally from Erwin, Tennessee, the East Tennessee State University graduatesparked drama by kissing Joey first and telling everyone about it, earning a villain label. Eliminated in week 6 during a Montreal group date, Jess, a self-proclaimed hopeless romantic, will be on the beach forBachelor In Paradiseseason 10.
Jonathon Johnson, 27
The Bachelorette’s Jonathon Johnson, 27, a creative director from Los Angeles, originally from Kansas City, competed onThe BacheloretteSeason 21. Known for his “lovesick” hospital gown entrance, he reached Jenn Tran’s final three, earning a hometown date. A self-proclaimed “medium king,” Jonathonbonded with Jenn over shared single-mother upbringingsbut was eliminated in week 8.
Justin Glaze, 30
The Bachelorette 17, Bachelor In Paradise 8
The Bachelorette’s Justin Glaze, 30, an investment sales consultant from Baltimore, competed onThe Bacheloretteseason 17 with Katie Thurston. Known for his charm and artistic side, he reached the top four, earning a hometown date. Eliminated before the finale, Justin hadalready appeared onBachelor In Paradiseoncebefore, and will return to the beach for season 10.
Kat Izzo, 28
The Bachelor 27, Bachelor In Paradise 9
Kat, a 28-year-old registered nurse from Tampa, Florida, competed inThe Bachelorseason 27 andBachelor in Paradiseseason 9. OnParadise, she initially connected with Brayden Bowers, then Tanner Courtad, but ultimatelygotengaged to John Henry Spurlockin the finale. Theysplit days after the December 2023 airing.
Kyle Howard, 31
The Bachelorette 17
The Bachelorette’s Kyle Howard, 31, a technical recruiter from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, competed onThe Bacheloretteseason 17 with Katie Thurston. A University of Florida graduate and hopeless romantic, hesaid he was looking for a compassionate, adventurous partner. Eliminated in week 2, Kyle will return toBachelorNation forBachelor in Paradiseseason 10.
Lexi Young, 31
Lexi, a 31-year-old digital strategist from Atlanta, competed onThe BachelorSeason 28 with Joey Graziadei. Open about her stage 5 endometriosis,Lexi self-eliminated in week 6due to the fact that she and Joey had differing family timelines. Lexihopes to meet someone who shares her scheduleonBachelor In Paradise10.
Riquerdy “Ricky” Marinez, 29
Riquerdy “Ricky” Marinez, a 28-year-old pharmaceutical representative from Miami, competed onThe Bacheloretteseason 21 with Jenn Tran. A former pro baseball player from Puerto Rico, hesought deep emotional connections but was eliminated in week 1. Ricky will return forBachelor in ParadiseSeason 10.
Sam McKinney, 27
Sam McKinney, a 27-year-old contractor from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, competed onThe Bacheloretteseason 21. Initially a front-runner, earning Jenn Tran’s first impression rose, his controlling behavior andcontroversial comments about expecting Daisy Kent or Maria Georgas as the leadled to his villain edit. Eliminated in week 6, he’ll return forBachelor In ParadiseSeason 10.
Spencer Conley, 30
Spencer Conley, a 30-year-old pet portrait entrepreneur from Dallas, competed onThe Bacheloretteseason 21. Known for his positivity and “golden retriever energy,” hereached week 6 after a memorable one-on-one date with Jenn, but was then eliminated. Spencer, inspired by his dog Roux, will joinBachelor In Paradiseseason 10.
Zoe McGrady, 28
The Bachelor’s Zoe McGrady, 28, a tech engineer and model from New York, competed onThe Bachelorseason 29 with Grant Ellis. A Duke mechanical engineering graduate, shereached the final three despite never getting a one-on-one datewith Grant. Known for her quiet elegance, Zoe will seek love again onBachelor in Paradiseseason 10.
The announcement of the first 10 Golden contestants forBachelor In Paradiseseason 10 has sparked excitement amongBachelorNation fans. The season is set to premiere on August 14, 2025, and the cast includes contestants from the inaugural seasons ofThe Golden BachelorandThe Golden Bachelorette. This marks the first time senior-aged contestants will join youngerBachelorandBachelorettealums on the beaches of Costa Rica, a new filming location. The inclusion of these vibrant seniors promises a fresh dynamic.
TheGoldencontestants, aged 55 and up, bring a mix of charm and drama, as seen in their previous appearances. Leslie, the runner-up fromThe Golden Bachelor, and Gary Levingston, a fan favorite fromThe Golden Bachelorette, were the first announced, setting the stage for a season blending generational romance. The addition of Kathy Swarts and April Kirkwood, alongside others like Jack Lencioni, hints at lively interactions. Screen Rantrecently published a cast guide for the young contestants, but here are the first 10 GoldenBachelor In Paradiseseason 10singles.
April Kirkwood, 67
The Golden Bachelor
April, a 67-year-old therapist from Port St. Lucie, Florida, brought vibrant energy toThe Golden Bachelorseason 1. Known for her playful antics, likefaking a pickleball injury and presenting a basket of eggs to symbolize her “fresh” vitality, she became a fan favorite. Eliminated by Gerry during week four, April’s quirky charm shone through her calendar stunt, where every month was “April.” After losing her partner, Ralph Kirkwood, she bravely opened her heart again. She joinsBachelor In Paradiseseason 10, hoping to find romance with her infectious zest for life.
Charles “CK” King, 62
The Golden Bachelorette
Charles “CK” King, a 62-year-old portfolio manager from Rancho Palos Verdes, California, was a contestant onThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1. A father of five, he’s known for his charm, style, and love for basketball, dancing, and kayaking.Eliminated in week three by JoanVassos, CK’s vibrant personality still shone through. CK joinsBachelor in ParadiseSeason 10 in hopes of a second chance to find love.
Gary Levingston, 66
Gary, a 66-year-old retired finance executive from Palm Desert, California, was a standout onThe Golden BacheloretteSeason 1. As Tina Turner’s godson, Gary captivated Bachelor Nation with his sense of joy, singing, and dance moves. A father of two, he loves spin classes, golf, and watchingThe View. Despite forming a deep friendship with Joan,he was eliminated in week four. His vibrant energy and emotional openness made him a fan favorite. Gary will join thecast ofBachelor In Paradiseseason 10, hoping to find lasting love with his charismatic charm and positive spirit.
Jack Lencioni, 68
Jack, a 68-year-old retired caterer from Chicago, charmed Bachelor Nation onThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1 with his big personality. Known forserenading Joan Vassos with Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” and cookingher a five-star meal, he was eliminated in week two. Despite his brief stint,Jack’s humor and cannonball divesmade him a fan favorite. He’ll be on the beach this summer, looking for love onBachelor in Paradiseseason 10.
Kathy Swarts, 70
Kathy, a 71-year-old retired educational consultant from Austin, Texas, was a standout on The Golden Bachelor Season 1. Known for her bold personality and sharp wit,Kathy was an instant fan favorite. Despite her clash with Theresa Nist, Kathy’s charm shone through. Eliminated in week four, sheremained memorable and even went on to start a popular podcastwith fellow cast mate, Susan Noles. Excited to find love again, Kathy will joinBachelor In Paradiseseason 10.
Keith Gordon, 63
Keith Gordon, a 62-year-old sales director from San Jose, California, was a fan favorite onThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1. A proud"girl dad" to three daughters, Keith’s memorable station wagon entrance earned himJoan Vassos’ first impression roseand kiss. His warm, teddy bear-like demeanor and love for family resonated with Joan, though he was eliminated in week five. Keith, a cornhole enthusiast, now seeks love onBachelor In Paradiseseason 10.
Kim Buike, 70
Kim Buike, a 69-year-old retired naval officer from Seattle, Washington, brought warmth toThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1. Known for his adventurous spirit, Kim enjoys fishing, motorcycle riding, and exploring new cuisines. Despite his kind demeanor and hope to find lasting love, Joaneliminated him during week two. His emotional depth and zest for life made him a fan favorite.Kim is now set to find romanceonBachelor In Paradiseseason 10.
Leslie Fhima, 66
The Golden Bachelor’s Leslie Fhima, 66, a fitness instructor from Minneapolis, was the runner-up onThe Golden BachelorSeason 1. Known for her vibrant energy, she made a memorable entrance in a granny costume, revealing a lacy dress underneath. A former professional figure skater, Leslie owns PowerBark, a dog nutrition brand, and has run 10 marathons. Mother of three and “glama” to three grandchildren, shedated Prince in her youth. Despite the heartbreak from Gerry Turner’s rejection, Leslie’s resilience shines on. She joinsBachelor in ParadiseSeason 10, excited about another chance to find love on network television.
Natascha Hardee, 62
Natascha Hardee, a 61-year-old pro-aging coach and midlife speaker from New York City, brought vibrancy toThe Golden Bachelorseason 1. Known for her infectious energy, love of dance, and advocacy for embracing age, sheaimed to find a partner to share her zest for life. Eliminated in week one byThe Golden Bachelor’s Gerry Turner, 72, Natascha’s bold spirit left a mark. She’s set to joinBachelor In Paradiseseason 10, eager to pursue love again.
Ralph “RJ” Johnson, 66
Ralph “RJ” Johnson, a 66-year-old financial advisor from Irvine, California, appeared on The Golden Bachelorette Season 1. Standing at 6-foot-5, RJdescribes himself as the happiest person he knows, enjoying poker, golf, and warm chocolate chip cookies. Despite his vibrant optimism and hope to find true love, he was eliminated in the first week. RJ, a fan ofDie Hardas a Christmas movie, will look for love again onBachelor In Paradiseseason 10.
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Bachelor In Paradiseseason 10 premieres on Monday, July 06, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
