Rachel Recchia

Rachel Joanne Recchia (born March 8, 1996) is an American television personality who is best known for her appearance on season 26 of The Bachelor, and as the co-star of season 19 of The Bachelorette alongside Gabby Windey.[1]

Rachel Recchia
Born
Rachel Joanne Recchia

(1996-03-08) March 8, 1996
Chicago, Illinois
EducationOhio University (BS)
OccupationTelevision personality
Flight instructor
Height5 ft 2 in (1.57 m)

Early life and education

Recchia was born in Chicago, Illinois, to parents Tony and Mary Anne Recchia, and moved to Clermont, Florida as a teenager.[2] She has a younger brother, Anthony. She graduated from Ohio University with a degree in aviation, and was also a cheerleader in college.[3][4]

Career

Prior to appearing on The Bachelor, Recchia worked as a flight instructor while working on her hours to eventually become a pilot.[5]

The Bachelor

In September 2021, Recchia was revealed to be a contestant on season 26 of The Bachelor, starring medical sales representative Clayton Echard.[6] She was the co runner-up with fellow finalist Gabby Windey.[7]

The Bachelorette

During the live After the Final Rose special of Echard's season, Recchia was announced as The Bachelorette alongside Windey. This marks the first time that there will be two leads for an entire season.[1]

Filmography
Year Title Role Notes
2022 The Bachelor Herself Contestant; season 26; co runner-up
2022 The Bachelorette Co-lead; season 19

References
  1. Guglielmi, Jodi (March 15, 2022). "The Bachelorette: Rachel Recchia and Gabby Windey Announced as Leading Ladies for Season 19". People. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
  2. Stinson, Katherine (March 1, 2022). "Rachel Warned Clayton Her Dad Was Tough on Guys — Did Her Dad Approve of Clayton?". Distractify. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
  3. Crabtree, Erin (March 4, 2022). "The Bachelor's Rachel Recchia: 5 Things to Know About Clayton Echard's Finalist". Us Weekly. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
  4. Lewellyn, Madyson (March 16, 2022). "OU alumna Rachel Recchia will co-lead next season of 'The Bachelorette'". The Post. Retrieved March 16, 2022.
  5. Palinkas, Lorianne (February 6, 2022). "Bachelor: Rachel Recchia Explains Challenges Of Becoming A Pilot". Screen Rant. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
  6. Strout, Paige. "Get to Know Clayton Echard's 31 'Bachelor' Season 26 Contestants (PHOTOS)". TV Insider. Archived from the original on 2021-12-01. Retrieved March 9, 2022.
  7. Norwin, Alyssa (March 15, 2022). "'The Bachelor': Rachel Breaks Down In Tears As Clayton Sends Her Home ToRekindle With Susie". Hollywood Life. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
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