Daisy Kent may not have found love on The Bachelor season 28, but it seems she’s having better luck in the real world. The 25-year-old reality star recently opened up about her dating life post-show, revealing she has been going on multiple dates with one particular person.
During an interview on the Almost Famous podcast, Kent shared that while she didn’t receive Joey Graziadei’s final rose, she’s in a really good place right now. “I think I’m at such a good spot in my life, but I also think I did learn about myself a lot from the show,” she said. “So no matter what, right now, I’m going to put myself first. But yeah, I have gone on dates.”
Co-host Ashley Iaconetti noticed Kent seemed especially giddy and giggly when discussing her dating life, pointing out “You’re thinking of one person in your head.” Kent confirmed she has indeed been seeing someone, admitting she’s been on “multiple dates with the same person.”
So who is the lucky guy? Kent played coy and didn’t reveal his identity. However, she did hint that things are looking positive. “I don’t know [if we’ll be in a relationship]. You never know how time’s going to go, but I would say I’m happy right now, and it’s looking positive,” the Bachelor Nation star shared.
Kent also shot down speculation that her dating situation influenced her decision to turn down the role of the next Bachelorette after the Bachelor finale aired. “I can say 100 percent that I made [that decision] on my own before I ever wanted to think about anything with anyone else,” she explained, adding it was about putting herself first at this point in her life.
As for those Bachelor Nation dating rumors? Kent denied she’s seeing her close friend and Bachelor season 20 alum John Henry, despite fan theories. And when asked if she had her eye on any other Bachelor stars, Kent simply said “I’m kind of just doing my thing right now, honestly.”
Whoever Kent’s mystery man is, she seems to be taking things slow and focusing on herself – a smart move after having her heart broken on national TV. Supporters are just glad to see the lovable reality star staying positive and putting herself out there again in her quest for her fairytale ending.
So there you have it Bachelor Nation fans, the latest on Daisy Kent’s love life post-Bachelor. While she’s keeping her new man’s identity under wraps for now, Kent is happily dating and an exciting new chapter could be on the horizon.
Who is Daisy Kent? The Bachelor Fan Favorite
Daisy Kent captured America’s heart when she appeared as a contestant on season 28 of The Bachelor in 2023. The 25-year-old from Becker, Minnesota made it to the final two before being sent home heartbroken by Bachelor Joey Graziadei. However, her journey was inspirational for a different reason – shining a light on her hearing loss and cochlear implant surgery.
Daisy was born on September 8, 1998, to parents Brandon and Julie Kent in the small Minnesota town of Becker. She’s the middle of five siblings. From an early age, Daisy faced numerous medical challenges beyond just hearing loss. She was misdiagnosed with epilepsy as a child before doctors realized she had Ménière’s disease, a disorder that can cause vertigo and tinnitus.
While studying communications at San Diego State University, Daisy was also diagnosed with Lyme disease stemming from a tick bite years prior. Through it all, her perseverance and positive attitude in the face of adversity inspired many.
After graduating in 2021, Daisy was working as an account executive in San Diego when she was cast on The Bachelor. Around the same time, she made the life-changing decision to get cochlear implant surgery at UC San Diego Health to treat her hearing impairment.
Daisy began sharing her cochlear implant journey on TikTok, amassing over 12 million views on the video of her implant activation. Her vulnerability and openness about the experience struck a chord, especially with the deaf/hard-of-hearing community.
Daisy also launched a non-profit called Hear Your Heart to help others afford cochlear implants. She also authored a children’s book titled “Daisy Doo: All The Sounds She Knew” about a young girl’s cochlear implant experience.
Though she didn’t find love on The Bachelor, Daisy Kent continues inspiring millions with her courage, advocacy work, and zest for life. Her impact has stretched far beyond the reality TV world into the hearing loss space. For those reasons and more, Bachelor Nation remains firmly in Daisy’s corner cheering her on.
