‘The Bachelor’ Season 25: Photos Of Matt James & His Ladies

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January 4, 2021 9:52AM EST

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‘The Bachelor’ Season 25

‘The Bachelor’ Season 25 — Season 25 of ‘The Bachelor,’ starring Matt James,’ premiered on Jan. 4, 2021 on ABC. Matt, who is best friends with ‘The Bachelorette’ contestant, Tyler Cameron, was originally cast as a contestant on season 16 of ‘The Bachelorette.’ However, when production on the show was delayed amidst the coronavirus pandemic, ABC selected Matt to be the next star of ‘The Bachelor.’ He is the first Black Bachelor in the show’s history, and was chosen amidst a call for more diversity on the show during the summer of 2020.

Thirty two women were chosen as contestants to meet Matt on night one of ‘The Bachelor.’ He revealed in pre-show previews that he had never been in love before, and was ready to find the woman of his dreams to experience that feeling for the very first time. Keep scrolling through the gallery to see more photos of Matt and his ladies on season 25 of ‘The Bachelor.’

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Rachael Kirkconnell On ‘After The Final Rose’

Rachael Kirkconnell On ‘After The Final Rose’ — Rachael Kirkconnell wore a red velvet dress on the ‘After the Final Rose’ special. She sat down with Matt James after the racism controversy.

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Michelle Young On ‘After the Final Rose’

Michelle Young On ‘After the Final Rose’ — Michelle Young sits down on the ‘After the Final Rose’ special. She stunned in a black sparkling dress.

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Emmanuel Acho

Emmanuel Acho — Emmanuel Acho will be the host of ‘The Bachelor’s ‘After the Final Rose’ special. He’s taking over for Chris Harrison, who stepped aside in the aftermath of his racism controversy.

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Matt James On ‘Women Tell All’

Matt James On ‘Women Tell All’ — Matt James appears on ‘The Bachelor: Women Tell All’ special which aired on March 1. He debuted a bushier beard as he sat down to speak with his exes from the show ahead of the season 25 finale.

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Bri Springs & Matt James On Hometown Date

Bri Springs & Matt James On Hometown Date — Bri Springs jumps into Matt James’ arms during their one-on-one time for her hometown date on ‘The Bachelor.’ Her family came to the resort to meet Matt for the first time.

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Matt James & Serena Pitt Holding Hands

Matt James & Serena Pitt Holding Hands — Matt James holds hands swith Serena Pitt as they stroll through the grounds of Nemacolin Resort. They spent some alone time together before meeting her family during hometown dates.

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Matt James & Michelle Young’s Hometown Date

Matt James & Michelle Young’s Hometown Date — Matt James and Michelle Young take a trip to the theater for her one-on-one date during hometowns. They wore matching shirts and stood close as they enjoyed their time together.

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Matt James & Tyler Cameron

Matt James & Tyler Cameron — Matt James gets a visit from his pal, Tyler Cameron, while filming season 25 of ‘The Bachelor.’ Tyler was previously a contestant on Hannah Brown’s season of ‘The Bachelorette’ and is the reason Matt was introduced to the show.

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Matt James & Brittany Galvin

Matt James & Brittany Galvin — Matt James chats with Brittany Galvin after her arrival on episode four of ‘The Bachelor.’ Brittany was one of five women to arrive on the show after two rose ceremonies had already been completed.

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Matt James On Outdoor Group Date

Matt James On Outdoor Group Date — Matt James has some fun with three of his women on an outdoor group date. They pushed one woman in a wheelbarrow as they enjoyed the outdoors.

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Matt James & Kit Keenan

Matt James & Kit Keenan — Matt James proudly gives a rose to Kit Keenan at on ‘The Bachelor.’ She was all smiles as she accepted.

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Matt James & Michelle Young

Matt James & Michelle Young — Matt James gives Michelle Young a rose just moments after her arrival on ‘The Bachelor.’ Michelle arrived to the show late with four other girls, but caught Matt’s eye right away.

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Matt James & Bri

Matt James & Bri — Matt James gets to know Bri during their first meeting on ‘The Bachelor.’ She looked amazing in a green dress, which dipped low down her back

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Ashley Iaconetti Appears On Season 25 of ‘The Bachelor’

Ashley Iaconetti Appears On Season 25 of ‘The Bachelor’ — Ashley Iaconetti makes a guest appearance alongside Matt James and Chris Harrison on season 25 of ‘The Bachelor.’ She helped the girls prepare for a group date with Matt.

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Matt James Watches Rachael On Group Date

Matt James Watches Rachael On Group Date — Matt James can’t take his eyes off of Rachael as she speaks during a group date. The date took place during episode of three of season 25 of ‘The Bachelor.’

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Matt James & Pieper Kissing

Matt James & Pieper Kissing — Matt James shares a steamy kiss with Pieper ahead of the second rose ceremony on ‘The Bachelor.’ The two spent some one-on-one time together during the cocktail party.

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Matt James & Bri Springs’ First 1-On-1 Date

Matt James & Bri Springs’ First 1-On-1 Date — Matt James and Bri Springs enjoy champagne while hanging out in a hot tub during their first one-on-one date. The relaxing moment came after they got down and dirty while riding ATVs.

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Matt James & Sarah Trott

Matt James & Sarah Trott — Matt James spends some quality time with Sarah Trott during a one-on-one date on ‘The Bachelor.’ They shared champagne and enjoyed an intimate conversation during their time together.

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Matt James & Victoria Larson On A Date

Matt James & Victoria Larson On A Date — Matt James and Victoria Larson dress up for a wedding-themed photo shoot during a group date on ‘The Bachelor.’ Victoria made sure to cozy up close to Matt during her time for photos with him.

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Matt James’ First Group Date

Matt James’ First Group Date — Matt James greets his women during the first group date of the season on ‘The Bachelor.’ They got messy in the woods while wearing all white outfits for a wedding-themed shoot.

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Matt James & Victoria

Matt James & Victoria — Matt James is all smiles as he meets one of his ladies, Victoria, on night one of ‘The Bachelor.’ She rocked a tiara and gave him a matching crown while making her first impression

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Matt James Meeting His Ladies

Matt James Meeting His Ladies — Matt James addresses the group of women on night one of ‘The Bachelor.’ After greeting them outside the resort, he headed inside to start getting some one-on-one time with the ladies.

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Matt James & Abigail Heringer

Matt James & Abigail Heringer — Matt James meets the gorgeous Abigail Heringer on night one of filming ‘The Bachelor. ‘Abigail was born deaf and has cochlear implants, making her the first contestant on the show to have a hearing disability.

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Matt James & Mari

Matt James & Mari — Matt James holds hands with Mari while meeting her on night one of ‘The Bachelor.’ She sparkled in her dress, which was backless.

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