The announcement of 26-year-old Zach Shallcross as the lead for the upcoming 27th season of The Bachelor created a lot of excitement among fans of the hit series. Zach recently made the top three of Gabby and Rachel’s season of The Bachelorette, where he competed solely for the affection of Rachel Recchia. Zach decided to leave the competition after questioning his future with Rachel following their fantasy suite date. He revealed that Rachel was different without the cameras, which made him doubt her feelings. However, Zach’s self-elimination won him many admirers within the Bachelor Nation. Thankfully, fans will get to watch the endearing California native continue his journey to find a wife.  

The first episode of the upcoming season 27 is scheduled to air on Monday, January 23, 2023. As a result, this year’s installment of the popular reality TV series is beginning a bit later than usual. However, behind-the-scenes talks suggest that producers decided to go with a later date to avoid scrambling for ratings with the just concluded 2022 FIFA world cup. Despite the late start, viewers will still enjoy the usual 12 episodes of the show — and host Jesse Palmer has promised this season will be packed with a lot of love and drama. 

The Trailer Teases a Lot of Drama and Fun for Zach

As we draw closer to the premier date of the new The Bachelor season, fans have been anticipating the trailer for the show. They finally got their thirst satisfied with the latest trailer — and it is intriguing. From exciting dates to heated confrontations to a surprise return for the villainous The Bachelor alum Victoria Fuller. The new trailer shared on Bachelor Nation via ABC YouTube channel captures some more dramatic moments of Zach’s journey in season 27. It begins with a pumped-up Zach jumping out of a plane, screaming, “I’m ready for love!” 

Additionally, this season promises  “big energy,” “big expectations,” and “big explosions.” Unsurprisingly, the suspense-filled clips unveil other explosive scenes, with one contestant declaring, “If I don’t get a rose, I’m burning this house down.” Fans also behold romantic scenes with Zach and some of his potential love interests. Devotees have been calling for more focus on romance this season, and from all indications, Zach is the man for the job. Over to you ladies!

Zach’s Potential Suitors Can’t wait to Meet Him

Zach Shallcross’s journey as the lead star of The Bachelor season 27 has not even begun, but some of the women who would be vying for his heart already have some nice words to say about him. In fact, four of the women have come out to express their eagerness to meet Zach. And in true romantic fashion, the ladies — Bailey, Brooklyn, Katherine, and Kimberly — made their feelings about Zach known in handwritten notes available to Bachelor Nation. 

Bailey describes the star as “Zach the snack” and says Zach’s humility is one of the things she finds attractive. Brooklyn, on her part, describes Zach as a “sweet, honest guy.” Katherine revealed that she is excited to meet him and know what makes him tick. Finally, Kimberly’s note expressed her desire to have a fairytale love story with Zach. Zach has spilled his desire to find his life partner and settle down. But, seemingly,  ladies in this season mean business too. Fans will finally know who will have a fairytale ending in a few weeks.