Chris Soules, the farm-boy turned reality-TV heartthrob, finds himself still unattached at age 42—long after that dramatic rose ceremony that endeared him to countless viewers. On the 19th season of The Bachelor in 2015, Soules handed out his final rose to Whitney Bischoff, sparking an engagement that, unfortunately, fizzled just months later (EntertainmentNow, Wikipedia).
In recent interviews—including a candid chat on Cheryl Burke’s Sex, Lies, and Spray Tans podcast—Soules confirmed he remains single. “I’m single … I’m hoping to find a wife eventually.” That openness reflects both a desire and a challenge. As he put it, “At least one [child]. That’s a good start” (EntertainmentNow).
Soules has stayed true to his roots, still based in Arlington, Iowa—a tight-knit farming town with limited dating prospects. He noted that while he treasures the community, he’s open to exploring life beyond rural life to make room for romance (EntertainmentNow).
On another front, his personal growth continues: in January 2025, at age 43, Soules revealed he had been sober for nearly six months, having quit alcohol the previous August. He credits this decision with newfound mental clarity, reduced stress, and more meaningful mornings where he’d rather hit the gym than recover from hangovers. In his words, sobriety has made him “better… more present,” and poised to eventually welcome a relationship and possibly a family (People.com).
Chris Soules’ journey reminds us that real life doesn’t always follow rose-lit paths. But even in pause, he’s moving forward—with intention, resilience, and that same Midwestern sincerity that first captured audiences.
