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'The Bachelor' Season 19: Who Will Be The Next Bachelor?

Tara Paboojian |
August 8, 2014 | 12:26 a.m. PDT

Staff Reporter

Chris Soules and Arie Luyendky Jr. (Twitter/@ENews).
Chris Soules and Arie Luyendky Jr. (Twitter/@ENews).

Though we may not know who the next Bachelor is, we know one thing! It’s going to be the most dramatic season. Ever.

Now that the Final Rose has been given out on “The Bachelorette,” it is time to start guessing the next star of the ABC hit, “The Bachelor.” Every season of “The Bachelorette” produces a few possible contenders to be the next Bachelor and it is the fan favorite who usually wins the title. 

But after Juan Pablo’s disastrous season earlier this year, ABC has to be especially careful in choosing their next leading man. Chris Harrison ended “After the Final Rose” special without revealing who the chosen one is, which leads us to believe the lucky man has yet to be decided! 

Let’s take a look at the 6 men who could be “The Bachelor” for season 19: 

Chris Soules (Andi Dorfman’s Season) 

Chris Soules, a.k.a “Framer Chris,” has been the rumored choice since he got a standing ovation on “The Men Tell All” special a few weeks ago. He was devastated after Andi sent him home— and right before he could go to the Fantasy Suite! So, Chris deserves another chance to find love. 

And what’s not to love? He’s a farmer from Iowa who looks amazing in a flannel while riding a tractor. We can see the ABC promos now… 

Arie Luyendyk Jr. (Emily Maynard’s Season) 

After being in the final two of Emily’s season of “The Bachelorette,” Arie seemed like a possible option to star in the next season of “The Bachelor” but was passed up for Sean Lowe instead.

Now it looks like Arie might have another shot at love! Sources tell E! News, the race-car driver is being heavily considered by “Bachelor” producers for the upcoming season. 

Nick Viall (Andi Dorfman’s Season) 

Nick thought he had won Andi’s heart this season on “The Bachelorette” but he left the Dominican Republic as a runner-up and possible “Bachelor” contender instead. Nick was smart, sensitive, and a smooth talker so it’s no wonder why he has such a huge fan base. 

However, it probably wasn’t Nick’s best campaign move when he revealed what he and Andi did in the mystical Fantasy Suite on live TV! If producers, and America, can get past that stunt, Nick might have a chance! 

Marquel Martin (Andi Dorfman’s Season)  

Over the past few years, ABC has gotten criticism for its lack of diversity among its “Bachelor” and “Bachelorette” cast members, so Marquel could be the answer they’ve been looking for.

Marquel was a clear fan favorite during Andi’s season with his good looks, out-going personality, and stylish outfits. Plus, the guy bakes cookies! I think 25 women can get on board with Marquel. As long as he doesn’t find love on “Bachelor in Paradise,” which he is currently starring on, Marquel seems to be a perfect fit. 

Chris Harrison (All Seasons) 

Even though our favorite “Bachelor/ette” host doesn’t seem like a legit contender, we can’t resist putting him in “The Bachelor” race! Come on, who wouldn’t love to see Chris hold a rose ceremony of his own for once? Plus, he already knows when it’s time to give the final rose of the evening! 

Random Guy 

Remember the days when we had no clue who the guy starring on “The Bachelor” was? When ABC used to announce some random guy that no one knew and we would watch him fall in love without any preconceived notions? Those were the days! 

It has been awhile since there was a nobody on “The Bachelor” franchise, maybe some fresh blood will do the audience, and ratings, some good! 

Obviously, there is a chance ABC has some other ideas about who the next Bachelor should be. But as long as it isn’t Brad Womack, for the third time, or that crazy Chris Bukowski, it’s sure to be the best season ever. 

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