Who is Dylan Buckor? ‘The Bachelorette’ star is a certified sociologist who previously used matchmaker to find love
ELK GROVE, CALIFORNIA: Dylan Buckor, a 24-year-old contestant on 'The Bachelorette' Season 21, is a certified sociologist with aspirations of pursuing a career in medicine. During his high school years at Pleasant Grove High School on Bond Road from 2014 to 2018, he excelled in volleyball and was actively involved in the school’s Digital Media Academy program.
Known for his role as an anchor on the school’s TV broadcast, Buckor stood tall at 6 feet, 6 inches during his senior year in 2018, as reported by MaxPreps. He proudly shared his accomplishment of earning a bachelor's degree in sociology from Sacramento State University on his Instagram page in December 2023.
When he's not actively pursuing his aspirations, Buckor finds joy in listening to Drake's music and catching Sacramento Kings games. He immerses himself in the rhythms and lyrics of Drake's songs, finding solace and inspiration in the artist's words.
Attending Kings games provides Dylan with a sense of community and excitement. He enjoys cheering on his favorite team and bonding with fellow fans over their shared passion for basketball.
Discussing his romantic relationships, Buckor found himself in a unique situation in October 2023 when he participated in a dating video on YouTube. In the video, he worked alongside a professional matchmaker to sift through a pool of potential partners, ultimately selecting his final choice after a series of eliminations. This experience allowed Buckor to explore his options and potentially find a compatible match in the realm of love.
'The Bachelorette' Season 21 star Dylan Buckor seeks a partner with similar morals to his
Despite his young age, Dylan Buckor is determined to find a life partner who shares his values and desire for a long-term commitment. Inspired by his parents' successful marriage, he seeks a partner with similar morals, a desire for family, and instant chemistry.
Dylan Buckor is seeking a goal-oriented woman with a great sense of humor. Despite challenges in the realm of love, he's confident in his ability to make a positive impression on his partner's family. Will Jenn be the one to introduce Dylan to her family? Only time will reveal the answer.
'The Bachelorette' Season 21 contestant Dylan Buckor went through many ups and downs during college life
During his college years, 'The Bachelorette' Season 21 contestant Dylan Buckor experienced a rollercoaster of emotions and challenges. He shared on social media that he spent nearly six years in pursuit of a bachelor's degree in sociology.
Despite facing various obstacles, the California native reflects on the moments of triumph and struggle that shaped his college journey, along with the coping mechanisms that helped him stay resilient during those tumultuous times.
"As a certified sociologist, I can confirm that we do in fact live in a society… Two colleges and almost 5.5 years later, I’ve earned a B.A in Sociology!" he further added.
"Throughout the many ups and downs of my college career one thing has remained constant— and that is my will to do right by the people I am blessed to call my friends and family," he added.
Buckor went on to say, "They’ve taught me compassion, perseverance and most importantly patience during some of the most difficult times for which I am so thankful. I’ve truly learned so much about myself over the years and I can finally close this chapter of my life. Up next …. ⚕️⚕️⚕️."
'The Bachelorette' Season 21 drops on July 8, 2024, at 8 pm ET only on ABC.