‘The Bachelorette’: Will 'girlfriend virgin' Sam Nejad grab first date with Jenn Tran? Suitor makes surprise admission

‘The Bachelorette’ star Sam Nejad caught everyone's attention with his charming personality and bold moves
PUBLISHED JUL 7, 2024
‘The Bachelorette’ star Sam Nejad has a soft spot for rom-coms and enjoys spending quality time with his dog, Wagmi (Instagram/@samnejad)
‘The Bachelorette’ star Sam Nejad has a soft spot for rom-coms and enjoys spending quality time with his dog, Wagmi (Instagram/@samnejad)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In the latest trailer of 'The Bachelorette', Sam Nejad, a 25-year-old entrepreneur from Carlsbad, California, caught everyone's attention with his charming personality and bold moves. Sam, hailing from a large Persian family and renowned for his adventurous nature, immediately struck a chord with Jenn Tran from their very first encounter.

During one of the initial gatherings, Sam held up a sign for Jenn that read, "Jenn, will you be my first girlfriend?" This heartfelt gesture immediately melted Jenn's heart. Overwhelmed with joy, she replied, "Yes," and went up to him for a hug. This adorable proposal secured Sam the coveted first date with Jenn.

Sam's willingness to be open and vulnerable from the start, combined with his fun-loving attitude, set a high standard for the other contestants. As the season progresses, viewers are eager to witness how this budding romance will unfold.

Who is Sam Nejad on 'The Bachelorette'? 

Sam Nejad, a 25-year-old entrepreneur from Carlsbad, California, is a contestant on Season 21 of 'The Bachelorette.' Coming from a large Persian family, Sam values their approval greatly, hoping to earn it as he pursues love on the show. Known for his drive and adventurous spirit, Sam enjoys thrilling dates like zip-lining.

Outside of his professional life, Sam has a soft spot for rom-coms and cherishes spending quality time with his dog, Wagmi. Interestingly, his favorite holiday is April Fools' Day, and he takes pride in his appearance, especially enjoying getting his eyebrows threaded.

Sam Nejad is an Iranian entrepreneur (Instagram/ @samnejad)
'The Bachelorette' star Sam Nejad is an Iranian entrepreneur (Instagram/ @samnejad)

Jenn Tran says 'it's unfortunate' there aren't many Asian suitors on 'The Bachelorette'

Jenn Tran, the first Asian American 'Bachelorette,' has voiced her disappointment regarding the scarcity of Asian American men on her season of the show. Despite making history with her selection, Tran is disheartened by the limited representation of Asian suitors.

"I can’t really speak to the casting process and the decisions that were made, but it is unfortunate that there weren’t a lot of Asian men this season," Tran told Glamour. "Asian men haven’t always seen themselves in this position, and I am hoping that me being here and Thomas N. being there can inspire other Asian men to realize that they can do this too if they want. They can be in this position as well," she added.

'The Bachelorette' Season 21 lead Jenn Tran wishes to finish her PA school (Instagram/@jenntranx)
'The Bachelorette' Season 21 lead Jenn Tran (Instagram/@jenntranx)
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