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The 26-year-old tech executive from Anaheim Hills, California, was introduced as the next Bachelor during the live \"After the Final Rose\" special following the season 17 finale of \"The Bachelorette.\"

\"The Bachelor\" returns for its 27th season Jan. 23 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.

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