Who is Rodney Mathews? 'The Bachelorette' star hopes for a meaningful connection

Former athlete turned sales representative is ready to win Michelle Young's heart, with his mother's blessings
Rodney Mathews of 'The Bachelorette' Season 18 (Instagram)
Rodney Mathews of 'The Bachelorette' Season 18 (Instagram)

If you're an ardent fan of some guilty pleasure avec drama, 'The Bachelorette' is your top pick! It's a given that most, or rather, all of the contestants are involved in some sport or the other. Either that or they have an elite fitness regime, given their well-maintained physique. Having said that, this is one of the major factors to have in common with the lead of the show, Michelle Young, a former Division I basketball player, who is looking to find a soulmate who shares the same interests. 

Rodney Mathews, having set his heart to win hers, is one of the contestants on the show. Ironically, both Michelle Young and Rodney have a lot in common and shared interests, which would definitely make them a handsome couple. They're both former athletes, having a background in the world of fitness and sports. Season 18 of 'The Bachelorette' will have about 30 contestants who will participate and try their best to sweep her off her feet.

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Who is Rodney Mathews? 

Mathews is a 29-year-old sales representative from Rancho Cucamonga, California. He is a former NFL player, who aspired to pursue a career in the field, but unfortunately, an injury ended his dream. Although his athlete days are in the past, Rodney still maintains his physique and is into intermittent fasting.

He is just as happy with his current profession, that of a sales rep. While he is happy with his professional life, he aims to one day share his happiness with someone as like-minded as him; someone who has a fresh perspective, and is able to share a deep and meaningful connection.



 

Rodney is a family man and is very close to his mother. He has been open about her being his rock of Gibraltar throughout. Growing up, she was a single mother, and worked multiple jobs to raise her children. Rodney occasionally takes to Instagram to share sweet messages and pictures with her. 



 

Will Michelle hit it off with Rodney? Time shall tell us! Stay tuned for new episodes on ABC from Tuesday, October 19, at 8:00 pm, ET.

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