The Bachelor Season 29 culminated in a heartfelt engagement between Grant Ellis and Juliana Pasquarosa. However, as their story unfolds, many are curious about the dynamics of their long-distance relationship. Grant, aged 31, and Juliana, 28, first crossed paths on the initial night of Grant’s season, where she stood out among the 25 contestants vying for his affections. Ultimately, Grant made the profound decision to eliminate all other contenders and presented his final rose to Juliana.
Following their engagement on the show, fans were eager to learn about their future living arrangements. While Juliana is rooted in Boston with her family, Grant announced plans to move there as well. Yet, their situation has proven to be more intricate than a simple relocation, as he recently shared details that suggested they would navigate a more complex arrangement than originally thought.
Grant Committed to Juliana
A Journey to Happily Ever After
Initially, Juliana was not among Grant’s front-runners; her connection evolved gradually throughout the season. By the finale of The Bachelor Season 29, Grant had seen his more intense connections fade, leading him to a more genuine bond with Juliana. He expressed his love for both of his top two contestants but ultimately chose Juliana, sealing their fate with an engagement and stepping into a hopeful future together.
Grant’s Houston Residence Remains
Navigating a Long-Distance Engagement
In a post-finale interview with People, Grant shared that the couple is taking their future “one day at a time.”Both expressed no urgency to rush into marriage, with Juliana emphasizing their desire to enjoy the journey together for a while. While Grant plans to settle in Boston, he will also hold onto his home in Texas, promising to work things out alongside Juliana.
Long-Distance Relationships in the Franchise
The Potential of Long-Distance Love
Grant and Juliana are not the first couple from The Bachelor franchise to try their hand at a long-distance relationship. For instance, Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist attempted a long-distance marriage but faced challenges that led to a quick divorce after just three months. However, success stories also exist, such as Joan Vassos and Chock Chapple from The Golden Bachelorette season 1, who are managing a long-distance engagement with seemingly positive outcomes. Only time will reveal whether Grant and Juliana can forge a lasting bond despite the miles between them.
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Grant Ellis |
31 years old |
Day Trader |
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Juliana Pasquarosa |
28 years old |
Client Service Associate |
For those wanting to catch up, The Bachelor seasons 1-29 are available for streaming on Hulu.
Source: People