Katie Thurston

Katie Lane Thurston (born January 3, 1991)[1] is an American television personality and bank marketing manager. She received national recognition as a contestant on season 25 of The Bachelor, and as the star of season 17 of The Bachelorette.

Katie Thurston
Born
Katie Lane Thurston

(1991-01-03) January 3, 1991
Lynnwood, Washington, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
OccupationBank Marketing Manager
Years active2021–present
Partner(s)Blake Moynes (2021)
John Hersey (2021–present)

Early life and education

Thurston was raised in Lynnwood, Washington.[2] She played the position of libero on the volleyball team at Lynnwood High School.[2][3]

Television career

The Bachelor
Main article: The Bachelor (season 25)

Thurston first appeared as a contestant on Matt James' season of The Bachelor, where she finished in 11th place after being eliminated in week 6.[4] During her time on The Bachelor, Thurston became a fan favorite after standing up to the bullying in the house.[5]

The Bachelorette
Main article: The Bachelorette (season 17)

Thurston and Michelle Young were announced as the leads of consecutive Bachelorette seasons on March 15, 2021, during the Bachelor season 25 After the Final Rose special.[6]

Personal life

Prior to appearing on The Bachelor, Thurston worked as a bank marketing manager in Renton, Washington, and had also gained a large following on the social media platform TikTok for her adult humor and sex positive videos.[2][7]

Thurston was engaged to Blake Moynes, whom she chose as the winner on the 17th season of The Bachelorette.[8] They announced their mutual breakup in October 2021.[9] The next month, she confirmed that she was in a relationship with John Hersey, a contestant on her season who was eliminated in week two.[10]

References
  1. Katie Thurston (January 2, 2021). "Today marks the last day of my twenties…". Archived from the original on 2021-12-24. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
  2. Stites, Adam (February 8, 2021). "Katie Thurston on The Bachelor: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know". Heavy. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
  3. Pan, David (March 3, 2008). "Royals look for seniors to lead". The Everett Herald. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
  4. Owen, Rob (February 9, 2021). "Renton's Katie Thurston eliminated from 'The Bachelor' amid rumors she may be next 'Bachelorette'". The Seattle Times. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
  5. Mar, Kylie (January 26, 2021). "'Bachelor' contestant praised for standing up to bullying from other women". Yahoo!. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
  6. Andreeva, Nellie (March 15, 2021). "'The Bachelorette' To Air 2 Seasons In 2021 Starring Katie Thurston & Michelle Young". Deadline. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
  7. Owen, Rob (December 31, 2020). "Meet the two Seattle-area women competing on the next season of 'The Bachelor'". The Seattle Times. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved December 31, 2020.
  8. "Katie Thurston Gets Engaged to Blake Moynes on The Bachelorette Finale: 'This Was Meant to Be'". PEOPLE.com. Retrieved 2021-08-09.
  9. "Katie Thurston and Blake Moynes Split 2 Months After Engagement Airs". Us Weekly. 2021-10-25. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
  10. "Katie Thurston is Exploring 'Romantic Connection' with John Hersey After Blake Moynes Breakup".
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