Rachel Lindsay

Also Known As: Rachel Lynn Lindsay Abasolo • Born: 4/21/1985

Rachel Lindsay is an accomplished attorney, media personality, and television star. Hailing from Dallas, Texas, she stepped into the limelight as a contestant on the 21st season of “The Bachelor,” where she made history as the first African-American woman to receive the coveted First Impression Rose. After leaving a lasting impression on “The Bachelor,” Rachel went on to become the lead in the 13th season of “The Bachelorette.” Her journey to find love was documented on the reality show, and she ultimately got engaged to Bryan Abasolo in the season finale. Beyond reality TV, Rachel Lindsay has made significant strides in her legal career. She graduated from Marquette University Law School and worked as a civil defense litigation attorney.

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Trailblazer

Rachel Lindsay was the first African-American woman to receive the First Impression Rose on “The Bachelor.”

Legal Career

Alongside her television career, Rachel Lindsay is a skilled attorney specializing in civil defense litigation.

Podcast Host

Rachel co-hosts the “Bachelor Happy Hour” podcast, sharing her insights and perspectives on the Bachelor franchise.

• Height: 5’4″ (163 cm)

• Nationality: American

• Show(s): The Bachelorette, The Bachelor

• Network(s): ABC

• Guest Appearances: Made for Love

• Zodiac Sign: Taurus

• Children: N/A

• Father: Sam A. Lindsay

• Mother: Kathy Lindsay

• Siblings: Constance Lindsay, Heather Lindsay