How to Become a Contestant on The Bachelor

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  • Introduction

    While dating on television is not for everyone, numerous couples have found long-lasting love while under the prying eyes of television viewers. To find the lucky ladies and one lucky man who will compete for the love and affection on the show, producers of ABC's The Bachelor ask prospective contestants complete an application and send in a video or attend an open casting call.

  • Step 1: Know the Requirements

    In addition to a desire to try an unconventional method of courtship, candidates for The Bachelor must meet a variety of select requirements to be considered to appear on the show.

    1. You or members of your household or immediate family may not be employees of Next Entertainment, American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., The Walt Disney Company, Telepictures Productions, Inc., Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., Time Warner Inc. or affiliated companieshttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/eligibility.jsp
    2. You may not hold public office or be a candidate for public office and agree not to become a candidate for one year after the show airs
    3. You must be a U.S. citizen or freely available to travel to the U.S.http://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/eligibility.jsp
    4. You must have a valid passport and be able to travel to Europehttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/eligibility.jsp
    5. You must be 21 years of age or olderhttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/eligibility.jsp
    6. You must not have been convicted of a felony, misdemeanor or be under a restraining orderhttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/eligibility.jsp
    7. You must be single; no marriages, pending divorces, cohabitation or existing relationshipshttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/eligibility.jsp
    8. You must agree to be filmed up to 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with or without your knowledgehttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/eligibility.jsp

  • Step 2: Complete the Application

    In the first part of the casting process, producers look to get to know prospective contestants by having them complete an application. Applications can be printed and mailed or submitted online.

    1. Visit the official website to select the application that fits your situationhttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/apply.jsp
    2. Print and complete the application or fill it in onlinehttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/apply.jsp
    3. Type or print legibly using a dark-colored ink
    4. Answer each question honestly as the responses may be verified
    5. Sign the attached release and waiver
    6. Submit your application online or mail it with recent photos and a video (optional) to:
      • The Bachelor Casting
      • 2355 Westwood Blvd #410
    • Los Angeles, CA 90064http://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/GirlApplication.pdf

  • Step 3: Create a Video

    While sending a video is not required to be considered, those interested in appearing on The Bachelor may include a video with their application.

    1. Videos should be 10-15 minutes in lengthhttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/TapeInstructions.pdf
    2. Make sure the video is in DVD, Mini DV, VHS, Mini VHS, Hi8 or Mini DVD formatshttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/TapeInstructions.pdf
    3. Explain who you are and talk about your family, dating history, family and why you would be perfect for the showhttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/TapeInstructions.pdf
    4. Be sure you video plays and you are visible on screen before sendinghttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/TapeInstructions.pdf
    5. Send the video along with your completed application and photos to the address listed in step two

  • Open Casting Option

    If you would rather impress the producers in person, you can attend one of several open casting calls for the show rather than submitting an application and video by mail or online.

    1. Check The Bachelor official site to find details of upcoming open casting callshttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/castingdisplay/cd.jsp
    2. Dress comfortably, but be presentablehttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/castingdisplay/cd.jsp
    3. Be sure to bring photos and your identificationhttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/castingdisplay/cd.jsp
    4. Print and complete the application as listed above or fill it out at the locationhttp://thebachelor.warnerbros.com/web/castingdisplay/cd.jsp
    5. Be yourself but show why you are their best choice to appear on the show

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