Rachel Joanne Recchia (born March 8, 1996)[1] is an American television personality who appeared on season 26 of The Bachelor, and co-starred in season 19 of The Bachelorette alongside Gabby Windey.[2][3]
Rachel Recchia | |
|---|---|
| Born | Rachel Joanne Recchia March 8, 1996 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Education | Ohio University (BS) |
| Occupation | Television personality |
| Height | 5 ft 2 in (1.57 m) |
Early life and education
editRecchia was born in Chicago, Illinois, to parents Tony and Mary Anne Recchia, and moved to Clermont, Florida after graduating from Huntley High School.[4] She has a younger brother, Anthony. She graduated from Ohio University with a degree in aviation, and was also a cheerleader in college.[5][6]
Career
editPrior to appearing on The Bachelor, Recchia worked as a flight instructor while working on her hours to eventually become an airline pilot.[7]
Reality television
editThe Bachelor
editIn September 2021, Recchia was revealed to be a contestant on season 26 of The Bachelor, starring medical sales representative Clayton Echard.[8] She was the co runner-up with fellow finalist Gabby Windey.[9]
The Bachelorette
editDuring the live After the Final Rose special of Echard's season, Recchia was announced as The Bachelorette alongside Windey. This marks the first time that there will be two leads for an entire season.[2]
Bachelor in Paradise
editOn August 21, 2023, during The Bachelorette season 20 live season finale, Recchia was announced as a contestant on season 9 of Bachelor in Paradise.[10]
Personal life
editOn May 13, 2022, Recchia got engaged to Tino Franco, whom she chose as the winner on her season of The Bachelorette. They broke up while the season was airing after he confessed to cheating on her.[11]
Filmography
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | The Bachelor | Herself | Contestant; season 26; co runner-up |
| Good Morning America | July 7 episode | ||
| Live with Kelly and Ryan | 2 episodes | ||
| The Bachelorette | Co-lead; season 19 | ||
| Jimmy Kimmel Live! | July 11 episode | ||
| 2023 | The Bachelorette | season 20; July 3 episode | |
| Bachelor in Paradise | Contestant; season 9 |
References
edit- ^ Palinkas, Lorianne (June 5, 2022). "The Bachelorette: How Rachel Recchia Fits Her Pisces Zodiac Sign". Screen Rant. Retrieved June 13, 2022.
- ^ a b Guglielmi, Jodi (March 15, 2022). "The Bachelorette: Rachel Recchia and Gabby Windey Announced as Leading Ladies for Season 19". People. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
- ^ "The Bachelorette 2022 Cast: Meet Rachel Recchia and Gabby Windey's Bachelors | The Bachelorette". ABC. Retrieved June 13, 2022.
- ^ Stinson, Katherine (March 1, 2022). "Rachel Warned Clayton Her Dad Was Tough on Guys — Did Her Dad Approve of Clayton?". Distractify. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
- ^ Crabtree, Erin (March 4, 2022). "The Bachelor's Rachel Recchia: 5 Things to Know About Clayton Echard's Finalist". Us Weekly. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
- ^ Lewellyn, Madyson (March 16, 2022). "OU alumna Rachel Recchia will co-lead next season of 'The Bachelorette'". The Post. Retrieved March 16, 2022.
- ^ Palinkas, Lorianne (February 6, 2022). "Bachelor: Rachel Recchia Explains Challenges Of Becoming A Pilot". Screen Rant. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
- ^ Strout, Paige. "Get to Know Clayton Echard's 31 'Bachelor' Season 26 Contestants (PHOTOS)". TV Insider. Archived from the original on December 1, 2021. Retrieved March 9, 2022.
- ^ Norwin, Alyssa (March 15, 2022). "'The Bachelor': Rachel Breaks Down In Tears As Clayton Sends Her Home To Rekindle With Susie". Hollywood Life. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
- ^ Gawley, Paige (August 21, 2023). "'Bachelor in Paradise': Rachel Recchia Makes Waves on the Beach in First Season 9 Promo". Entertainment Tonight. Retrieved August 21, 2023.
- ^ Hearon, Sarah (October 20, 2022). "Tino Franco Blames Ego and Insecurities for Cheating on Rachel Recchia, Says He Locked Himself in the Bathroom Before 'After the Final Rose'". Us Weekly. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
