<p class="has-medium-font-size">Calling all <em>Bachelor</em> fans: ABC is airing the best moments from the original seasons of <em><a href="https://wud.tpx.mybluehost.me/website_9bd75fcc/tag/the-bachelor/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="https://wud.tpx.mybluehost.me/website_9bd75fcc/tag/the-bachelor/">The Bachelor</a></em> and <em><a href="https://wud.tpx.mybluehost.me/website_9bd75fcc/tag/the-bachelorette/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="https://wud.tpx.mybluehost.me/website_9bd75fcc/tag/the-bachelorette/">The Bachelorette</a></em>! In light of this walk down memory lane, we thought it would be the perfect time to revisit the OG bachelor: Alex Michel. You may be wondering what he&#8217;s been up to since the 2002 season, as well as what his current relationship status is. We&#8217;ve got those answers for you, plus more info on those season 1 women that captured his heart, below. Keep reading for all those <em>Bachelor</em> details.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Who is Alex Michel and what happened on his season of <em>The Bachelor</em>?</h2>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img src="https://wud.tpx.mybluehost.me/website_9bd75fcc/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/alex-michel-1-819x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-57086"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(ABC/BOB D&#8217;AMICO)</figcaption></figure></div>


<p class="has-medium-font-size">Alex Michel was an ordinary businessman back in the early 2000&#8217;s before <em>The Bachelor</em> opportunity came knocking. After being made aware of this new ABC reality television show that was casting for a bachelor, he applied and got the job. Cut to a couple months of filming <em>The Bachelor</em>, and he walked away being one of the most sought-after men in Hollywood. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">So, what exactly happened over those weeks of filming? Well, if you watched the first season in 2002, then you&#8217;ll remember that Alex was choosing between Amanda Marsh and Trista Rehn. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">So, who was the first woman to accept the <em>Bachelor</em> rose? Amanda! Apparently Alex chose Amanda over Trista, and the two dated for about a year post-show before they split for good. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Other notable women from season 1 of <em>The Bachelor</em> include: Lanease Adams, Rachel Lanzillotto, and Angela Lowery. They were some of the contestants who vied for Alex&#8217;s heart, but Trista and Amanda ended up fighting for the ultimate title. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What happened to the women on <em>The Bachelor</em> season 1? </h2>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Even though Amanda and Alex didn&#8217;t last, she&#8217;s been doing well since her stint on the show. Amanda is married to Chris Evans (no, not <em>that</em> Chris Evans!) and the two celebrated their 4 year anniversary in April of this year. Amanda also has a an adorable 10 year old daughter. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Trista is married too! <a href="https://wud.tpx.mybluehost.me/website_9bd75fcc/news/are-trista-ryan-from-the-bachelorette-still-together/" title="https://wud.tpx.mybluehost.me/website_9bd75fcc/news/are-trista-ryan-from-the-bachelorette-still-together/">Feeling the Vibe recently reported on her marriage with husband, Ryan Sutter, and she&#8217;s truly living her best life. </a> Lanease Adams is busy working in the film industry, directing, producing, and even starring in various movies. Rachel Lanzillotto has had a myriad of occupations since her time on the show, including baker, teacher, and event planner. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">You can see them in their reality TV days on <em>The Bachelor</em> below: </p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img src="https://wud.tpx.mybluehost.me/website_9bd75fcc/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/the-bachelor-women-s1-819x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-57075"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(ABC/CRAIG SJODIN) </figcaption></figure></div>

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<figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img src="https://wud.tpx.mybluehost.me/website_9bd75fcc/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Alex-Michel-Bachelor-4-1-1024x676.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-57078"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(ABC/CRAIG SJODIN)</figcaption></figure></div>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Where is Alex Michel now? What has he been up to since <em>The Bachelor</em>?</h2>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">Alex Michel has since gone back to his businessman roots, jumping into tech startups and working for companies like Microsoft. He spent 7 years with the computer giant, so he&#8217;s very much at home in big business. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">He currently works in Washington D.C for Generation Consulting, according to his <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexmichel1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LinkedIn </a>profile. His previous jobs include: producer for CNET, the VP of Bernstein Global Wealth Management, and a project leader with Boston Consulting Group. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">While his work life is thriving, apparently the former <em>Bachelor</em> keeps his personal life on the down low. There&#8217;s no record of a new relationship since his split with Amanda Marsh, so suffice to say, he&#8217;s a single man. </p>



<p class="has-medium-font-size">To see Alex and the rest of your favorite bachelor or bachelorette moments, check out ;<em>The Bachelor: The Greatest Seasons – Ever!</em> on ;Monday, July 6 at 8 PM EST on ABC.</p>



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