Pass This Bachelor Trivia Quiz To Get Invited To Jared and Ashley I's Wedding
- by Kaci Lane Hindman
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Over the years, fans of Bachelor Nation have watched as many former Bachelor and Bachelorette contestants found love with one another either on or off screen. Thanks to spin-off shows like Bachelor Pad, Bachelor in Paradise and Winter Games, these men and women have the opportunity to dive into the reality TV dating pool again, but with many more bachelors and bachelorettes ripe for the picking. It's always fun to see who pairs up and even more fun to watch as some couples go on to get married and even have children together.
No other couple has been more uncertain, however, than that of Jared Haibon and Ashley Iaconetti. This is mainly because for the most part, these two weren't really a couple. They were the ultimate "will they or won't they" people from the franchise. It all seemed up in the air for so long, with both dating others from Bachelor Nation at times. Yet, their story has finally found a fairytale ending that led to a diamond ring and the promise of forever.
These two have long been fan favorites, and now that they are finally officially together, everyone is buzzing about their engagement and upcoming marriage. Sure, anyone who occasionally watches The Bachelor has heard of them and might casually keep up with their relationship updates. However, true fans of the franchise will know all of these details about Jared and Ashley I.
Where did Jared and Ashley first meet?
The Bachelor and The Bachelorette have been around for many years now, which means there are plenty of good-looking men and women who didn't make it to the end the show engaged. Then, there are the few who have done so, only to break up months down the road. Many former contestants from both scenarios have met one another on spin-off shows of the franchise. Others have met through Bachelor Nation parties, by connecting on social media or through mutual friends in the franchise.
Who "liked" who first?
Before Jared and Ashley ended up together in Paradise, the two had noticed one another from their respective seasons of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette. Jared recalled watching Ashley exit the limo on that first night and admiring her looks. Ashley first saw Jared featured in a paparazzi photo before The Bachelorette began airing on TV. She later attended a taping of the season on which Jared appeared and asked producers about him. He wasn't on that particular date, so she had to wait to see him in person.
Whose season of The Bachelor did Ashley go on?
Ashley was the first of this fairytale couple to compete for love within The Bachelor franchise. In a house full of beautiful women, she managed to stand out, but not always in a positive light. Ashley was portrayed as somewhat of a diva on The Bachelor and was often compared to the Kardashians. That earned her the nickname "Kardashley." She could often be seen putting on makeup or complaining about another girl whenever someone else got the date card she wanted.
Whose season of The Bachelorette did Jared go on?
Jared had already applied to compete on The Bachelorette when Ashley's season of The Bachelor rolled around. He had not yet been confirmed as a contestant but knew there was a good chance he soon might be going through the same process, so he decided to watch the show and see how it all played out. While doing so, he caught his first glimpse of Ashley. In typical guy-like fashion, he fixated on her looks and remembered seeing her on the show once they were both in Paradise.
How far did Ashley make it on The Bachelor?
As mentioned, Ashley was seen as a diva in her own right on The Bachelor. Some of the girls found her to be a little immature and spoiled at times. She wasn't the most loved in the house, but she wasn't the outcast villain either. Ashley has a good heart, and every time she appeared on a Bachelor show, she gained more friends. By the time she finished her first stay in Paradise, people had begun to like her and even empathize with her.
How far did Jared make it on The Bachelorette?
Jared was more of a sweet and simple background guy during his time on The Bachelorette. That's not to say that he went unnoticed, but he wasn't a major personality on the show. While he wasn't as outspoken or opinionated as Ashley, he still caught Ashley's eye as she watched Kaitlyn's season. Jared might not have been the one for Kaitlyn, but something was there that attracted Ashley to him right away. And she wasted no time in Paradise making her move.
Ashley also dated this guy in Paradise.
For the most part, Ashley only had her eyes on Jared in Paradise. It seemed like he was the only one for her for so long, and she brushed off other guys who tried to get too close. But during her second stint in Mexico, one other Bachelorette alum stepped foot on the beach and turned her gaze away from her now fiancé—at least temporarily. Ashley had such a crush on this guy that Jared took a second-row seat for a while.
Jared also dated this girl in Paradise.
After hanging out together as mostly just friends post-Paradise 2, Jared and Ashley found themselves on the beaches of Mexico once again for Season 3. There were now new love interests for the both of them, and Jared appeared much readier to move on with someone else. Unlike Ashley, he didn't hesitate to go on a date with another island beauty. Jared also had a hand in persuading Wells to take Ashley on his date to free Jared up for the other girl.
What is the name of Ashley's podcast?
Ashley got her feet wet in the podcasting world by starting a show with her sister. Then, she called in Bachelor alum assistance for her second podcast show. For more than a year now, Ashley has joined forces with fellow Bachelor family member and former Bachelor Ben Higgins in co-hosting a podcast. The two cover mostly Bachelor-related topics, including recapping episodes from the various shows. Many of the Bachelor family are interviewed on their show. All of that only makes sense, since these two seem to know their target audience.
What is the name of Jared's podcast?
Just like Ashley, Jared decided to pair up with some Bachelor Nation peeps to start his own podcast. Jared's cohosts are Dean Unglert from Rachel Lindsay's season of The Bachelorette and Vanessa Grimaldi from Nick Viall's season of The Bachelor. It debuted about a year after Ashley and Ben's podcast. While The Bachelor is a constant topic popping up in conversation, this podcast focuses mainly on dating. That's why it should come as no surprise that Jared and Ashley's relationship is a hot topic right now.
Who did Ashley bring with her to Paradise?
Anyone who watches The Bachelor and its subsequent spin-offs knows that rules are meant to be broken. For instance, Nick Viall managed to worm his way into Kaitlyn's season of The Bachelorette midway through the process. And who could forget Corinne on Nick's season and all of her shenanigans? Then, there are the few brave ones who dare not to propose at the end of a show and leave even more single than before. Ashley broke the mold by bringing someone else along to Paradise.
What international Bachelor show did Ashley appear on?
Ashley had gone on not one but two seasons of Paradise, both of which highlighted her infatuation with Jared. Of course, casting was more than happy to make sure the two of them were there for a second season. Having neither summer on BIP turn in her favor, it appeared that Ashley's Bachelor show days must come to an end. While she didn't go back to Paradise, Ashley did decide to try her luck at reality dating with an international pool of men.
What international Bachelor show did Jared appear on?
Jared also appeared to have done his time on Bachelor spin-offs, especially after several failed attempts to make any relationship last after the cameras stopped rolling. Just like Ashley, he went on back-to-back seasons of Bachelor in Paradise. But when Ashley went off to film Winter Games, he decided it was time he put himself back out there and find a bigger dating pool too. Needless to say, these two had to literally circle the globe before coming back to each another.
Who did Ashley date during Winter Games?
Ashley had better luck than ever before when she decided to go to the Winter Games. Perhaps the colder climate worked in her favor? Regardless of the weather, there were plenty of good-looking and fun-loving guys from all over the world at her disposal, and she took full advantage. She even made a deep connection with one of the guys who came from a foreign Bachelor franchise. The two were proclaimed the winners of the Winter Games and left the show still a couple.
What did Ashley and Jared do on their first date?
Ashley and Jared were among the first cream of the crop to arrive in Paradise for Season 2. That meant they were among some of the first to go on a date. Upon receiving a date card, Ashley wasted no time asking Jared. He accepted her request and the pair went on a daytime date that involved hanging out on the beach along with a some added adventure. They recently recreated that first date as an official couple while vacationing together in Hawaii.
Has Ashley been engaged before?
By now, anyone who knows remotely anything about Ashley knows that she has been more than candid about her love life, especially when it comes to the physical side of her relationships. This theme has played a major role in all of her Bachelor appearances and most likely in her life outside of reality TV dating. Still, she is a passionate person and was always on the lookout for her prince charming. When Ashley falls for a guy, she falls hard.
In Bachelor Nation, Ashley is known for what?
Ashley might have been known as a diva during her stint on The Bachelor, but on Bachelor in Paradise she proved that there were several more layers beneath all those layers of makeup. Fellow contestants and viewers at home all got to know Ashley a little better and see that she wasn't all bad after all. Yet, while she meant well, she still brought the drama. It didn't take long for her to create a trademark for herself within the Bachelor franchise.
Jared and Ashley love what '90s boy band?
This couple is big fans of '90s boy band music. Given their ages, these bands would have been popular when the two were in middle school. While Jared and Ashley like most '90s boy bands, they like one band so much that they have watched them in concert and enjoy singing and dancing along to all the songs. Jared also made a birthday video for Ashley to one of their songs a few years back when the two were mainly just friends.
How long were the pair friends before becoming a couple?
What makes Jared and Ashley's relationship so different from all the other couples in Bachelor Nation is that they have known each other for quite a while before getting together. Sure, they have had a few dates and flirtations in the past, but it took a while for them to get out of the friend zone at the same time. What is most impressive is that the two started out dating, then went to being friends, and then went on to get engaged.
Jared left Paradise for what woman?
Paradise is a funny place, because sometimes circumstances can make it anything but paradise for the contestants searching for love. It is an eye-opening place for many Bachelor alum as they explore their feelings for others. With multiple love triangles forming and people picking sides, everyone is faced with tensions from everyone else in the house—or rather, the beach huts. For Jared, it was no different. He had to make a hard choice of when to end his stay in Paradise.
Professionally speaking, Ashley wears many hats. What does she not do?
Just like most other Bachelor shows alum, Ashley has sold out to a few companies and can be seen endorsing their products on social media. (Can we say hair gummies?) But unlike a lot of other women who have gone on The Bachelor, and perhaps other Bachelor shows as well, Ashley actually has some real occupations. She was able to get a good job title on the show, and her education and skill set have equipped her to do a lot post-Bachelor.
Before The Bachelor, what was Jared's profession?
It's always comical to see what odd jobs The Bachelor franchise chooses to caption under its contestants' photos each season. There are always a lot of models and enthusiasts for various things . . . things nobody in normal life could ever get enthusiastic about. Still, there are at least some contestants each season who have real professions. Much like Ashley, Jared was one of them. That should speak well for their future together in case they ever grow tired of podcasts and posting ads.
How did the couple break the news they were dating?
Jared and Ashley spent three years of friendship that was sprinkled with casual dating and plenty of flirting. A simple scroll through either of their social media accounts shows the world that they were constantly spending time together. They visited one another and even vacationed together at times. Fans of the franchise often wondered if they would ever really get together as a couple. So once Jared and Ashely's couple status was official, they picked a creative way to share the news with the world.
Where did they often vacation with other Bachelor alum?
Former Bachelor show contestants tend to form close bonds with one another. That makes sense considering that so many of them go on the same shows together. Not to mention that they have the unique commonality of competing for love—against one another. Jared and Ashley are good friends with a group of Bachelor alum who have made a habit of vacationing together once a year. They always go to the same location, and Jared and Ashley have still gone even when one of them was dating someone else.
Jared is originally from what state?
With Ashley living in Los Angeles, it was only a matter of time before Jared ended up living there as well. He has a lot of friends out their too, and it seems to work well for his podcast. But unlike a lot of their friends, Jared hasn't always lived on the West Coast. Before he was on The Bachelorette or met Ashley in Paradise, Jared lived far from LA. He has made several comments about how he doesn't intend to stay in LA forever either.
Where did Ashley live before competing on The Bachelor?
Jared wasn't the only one in this relationship to come from someplace other than Los Angeles. Before Ashley did her time on several Bachelor franchise shows, she also lived far from the state of California. Originally, she was from Virginia, where she lived as a child. Then, she moved again before competing for the affections of Chris Soules on The Bachelor. Ashley seems to have taken to Los Angeles easier than Jared, but she still has a heart for other parts of the country.
Who picked out the engagement ring?
One of the fringe benefits for a couple who meets and falls in love through The Bachelor is that they are almost certain to score a pricey Neil Lane engagement ring for the proposal. Of course, Bachelor fans know that they have to stay engaged a certain amount of time or else they must give back the ring. Jared followed suit and went to the famed jeweler to get the perfect ring for Ashley. If their engagement lasts as long as their friendship, then Neil Lane can kiss that ring goodbye.
Where did the couple get engaged?
Although the couple had a long history together and had already dated for a few months, Jared still wanted the proposal to be a surprise. He waited until the two of them were together at a place that meant a lot to both of them before he got on one knee and popped the question. A few people were in on the secret, such as Ashely's sister. Nobody spoiled the surprise, and Ashley was thrilled to see Jared present the ring of her dreams.
They are close friends with what other Bachelor couple?
Jared and Ashley are close to a lot of their fellow Bachelor family members. The two of them met first on Season 2 of Bachelor in Paradise, and while they might not have made it last several other couples did. They also know a lot of successful couples from The Bachelor and The Bachelorette. From vacations to business ventures, they have close relationships with several strong Bachelor couples. So much so, that we can almost bet they will play an important role in their wedding.
Which Bachelor friend once told Ashley she would never be with Jared?
Anyone who watched seasons 2 and 3 of Bachelor in Paradise knows that the Jared and Ashley saga mostly consisted of Ashley pining for Jared, while he looked less than interested in her. Jared was never rude to Ashley, but he had a way of letting her down whenever she tried to take their relationship (or lack thereof) to the next level. It seemed like she was destined to be friend-zoned by him forever, and more than several of her fellow cast mates agreed.
Jared referenced what Rom-Com in his first social media post of them as a couple?
First, Jared and Ashley posted a 45-minute video about their journey to love for the Web series she hosts, This Is Us. The show tells the personal love stories of successful couples. Not long after they put out their own love story video, Jared and Ashley became vocal on social media about their newly minted relationship and started posting affectionate words about one another. One of Jared's first posts of the pair together referenced a romantic comedy. That genre seems appropriate given their history.
Ashley said her ideal wedding dress would be . . .
One thing Ashley has always been known for (other than her infatuation with Jared or her tendency to cry a lot) is her fashion sense. She is always so well put together and dressed to the nines for any occasion. So it should come as no surprise that she would have the perfect wedding dress in mind. We all know Ashley will make the most beautiful bride and can't wait to see her on her wedding day. This is one wedding where the bridesmaid dresses might even look stylish.
Where does the couple want to marry?
Jared only thought it appropriate that he propose to Ashley in Paradise, where they first met several years ago. When it comes to planning the wedding, fans will be happy to know that they haven’t totally ruled out the notion of a televised wedding. However, Ashley said they will only do so if it fits with their timing and plans. They are not wanting to wait forever to marry, and ABC's ideas will play second fiddle to what the couple wants for their wedding day.
When did Jared profess his love to Ashley?
Sometimes even the most compatible of couples might not get together due to bad timing. This was the case for a long time with Jared and Ashley, as they both dated other people and dealt with feelings creeping up now and again for one another—often at different times. Jared finally took a chance and admitted his feelings for Ashley before he lost her for good. The two finally made it to the same page and can now start writing the next chapter in their love story.
The couple wants who to officiate the wedding?
Just because Jared and Ashley want a church wedding, it doesn't necessarily mean that they plan on having a priest preside over their vows. This couple has a lot of friends and connections within The Bachelor family. So it only seems right that they plan to involve some of their dearest Bachelor friends in their wedding ceremony. Of course, they could do so by appointing them as groomsmen and bridesmaids, but they plan on also having one special friend preside over the ceremony.