Introduction
This new program replaces "The Chair" which had originally been scheduled for this time and has since been cancelled. (Photo of The Bachelor - Alex Michael - ABC/CRAIG SJODIN - Copyright ABC all rights reserved - 2002 ABC, INC.) After an extensive nationwide search, one of America’s most eligible bachelors was revealed on March 25th on the new ABC reality romance show. Alex Michael (shown above) an attractive, accomplished businessman (with, I might add, very GQ hair) comes from a supportive, close-knit family. This Bachelor is reported by the producers to have a great sense of humor and a greater sense of adventure, both of which he will need as he embarks on a quest to find true love. Well educated and charming, Alex begins this search in earnest when introduced to 25 attractive, successful and talented women from all walks of life (shown below). Although they had never met the Bachelor, these women were given an opportunity to learn about him beforehand and see his photos. (Photo of The Bachelorettes - ABC/CRAIG SJODIN - all rights reserved - 2002 ABC, INC.)
During the premiere episode, the Bachelor hosted a cocktail party and was introduced to all of the 25 bachelorette women for the very first time.
Once Alex made his initial selections he presented each one of his choices with a single red rose. (Photo of Alexa on the left & Amy on the right were two of the first 15 selected - BC/BOB D-AMICO).
One thing that was especially interesting to me was the large number of bachelorettes with shoulder length or longer locks. Even more notable was the fact that of the fifteen women that he chose for the first cut, Alex selected eight who were brunette, one who was "cinnamon brunette" and one who had a dark auburn/brunette hue.
There also was an absence of funky or Goth colors including pink, orange, blue and white. Also MIA were wild streaks, multi-colored hair or other unconventional hues. This hair color phenomenon would make sense since one of the women interviewed on the first episode made the comment that "Alex seems like the type of guy who wants a classy lady". (Kathryn - left & LaNesse - right - from the first 15 - ABC/BOB D-AMICO).
The women who accepted the roses will move into a sprawling mansion overlooking the Pacific Ocean for much of their courtship with the Bachelor.
Other than Rhonda who has a slight side sweep of long bangs, none of the other bachelorettes have bangs of any kind. This is interesting in light of the fact that bangs are very big for 2002. I also noticed that the sizzling hot shattered, razored cuts of 2002 were not present on any of the first finalists.
Kimberly appeared on the first show with wavy hair that might have been shaped by one of the hot new crimping tools or a great set of hot rollers. (Kimberly shown to the side - from the first 15 - ABC/BOB D-AMICO). As the show unfolds it will provide an in-depth, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the lives of each participant involved in this unique dating process. During the show's six episodes the Bachelor will have more time to get to know the bachelorettes.
OK, so we explored the hypothesis that Alex is attracted to classy women who have longer hair. This hypothesis will be proven or disproven as the show progresses and Alex continues to narrow his choices to just one woman. (Trista - from the first 15 - ABC/BOB D-AMICO). But the big question is: After all of this, if he pops the question, will she accept?
"The Bachelor" is produced by Next Entertainment in association with Telepictures Productions for ABC. Mike Fleiss ("Magic Secrets Revealed") is executive producer. Information courtesy of ABC Media. A special thanks from HairBoutique.com. |
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