Former Bachelor Matt James Says Girlfriend Rachael Kirkconnell Loved His Beard, Reveals Why He Finally Shaved It

Matt James had fans “levitating” as he showed off his ripped physique during week 2 of “Dancing With The Stars.”

Matt James paid a visit to “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” on Friday, where the former “Bachleor” star sat down with guest host Arsenio Hall.

“The Bachelor” star Rachael Kirkconnell supported her other half Matt James as he made his “Dancing With the Stars” debut Monday.

Matt James had a very special person cheering him on at the premiere of Dancing With the Stars!

Matt James is getting some support from his lady love during his journey.

season 25 finale of the ABC show, three-year-old social media images surfaced that show Rachael at an Antebellum-themed party. She also "liked" other images that contained a Confederate flag and posts about QAnon conspiracy theories online. Matt and Rachael split after the finale was filmed, but before it aired, due to the situation.

Supportive girlfriend! Since it was announced that Matt James would join the cast of Dancing With the Stars season 30, Rachael Kirkconnell has been her boyfriend’s No. 1 cheerleader.

Still going strong! After a rocky journey immediately following Rachael Kirkconnell and Matt James’ tenure on The Bachelor, the couple is doing better than ever.

Mocking him with love! Rachael Kirkconnell couldn’t help but share multiple videos of boyfriend Matt James dancing around his New York City apartment on Thursday, September 9.

Matt James, future Mirrorball Champion? Well, maybe not so, but at least the 29-year-old former The Bachelorstar is trying! Matt is among the star-studded cast of season 30 of Dancing with the Stars, and ahead of the ABC competition series’ premiere on Sept. 20, the New Yorker busted out a few moves that were hilariously caught on camera by his girlfriend, Rachael Kirkconnell.

Matt James' mirrorball pursuit is being championed by a past winner. On Wednesday, the 29-year-old former Bachelor was announced as one of 15 celebrities who will appear on season 30 of .Shortly after the reveal, he told ET's Lauren Zima that Hannah Brown had given him words of wisdom about competing on the show.

Will the real Matt James please stand up? The former football player, 29, may be best known as the season 25 Bachelor, but he’s ready to show an entirely new side of himself when he takes on the Dancing With the Stars ballroom. Plus, he has his girlfriend, Rachael Kirkconnell, by his side.

Mel C from the Spice Girls has joined the cast of Dancing With The Stars. The US competition series announced its full season 30 cast on Wednesday.

The full cast of Season 30 of ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars” has finally been revealed, and among the impressive lineup of competitors are former “Bachelor” Matt James and social media influencer Olivia Jade, whose parents Lori Loughlin and fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli were embroiled in the 2019 college admissions scandal.Here’s the complete list of contestants, which was revealed Wednesday on “Good Morning America”: Jimmie Allen, Mel C, Christine Chiu, Melora Hardin, Olivia Jade, Matt

Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior Correspondent“Dancing With the Stars” is gearing up for its 30th season with a jam-packed mix of reality stars, athletes, musicians, performers and quite a few contestants who will certainly make headlines.Former lead of “The Bachelor,” Matt James, is among the upcoming cast, which was announced Wednesday on ABC’s “Good Morning America.”Who else is ready to put on their dancing shoes? Influencer Olivia Jade, who is now perhaps best known for her parents’ (“Full

is finally here!ABC unveiled the 15 celebrities who will be competing for the mirrorball trophy on Wednesday's, and needless to say, there will be a lot of star power in the ballroom when the new season kicks off on Sept. 20.So, without further ado, here's the full official cast list:Season 30 of premieres Monday, Sept.

It’s officially time to hit the dance floor! Season 30 of Dancing With the Stars is just around the corner and the full cast was announced during Good Morning America on Wednesday, September 8.

Letting it grow! While some men in Hollywood opt for a shaved face 24/7, others like to take a bit of a risk when it comes to their facial hair. 

Dealing with the past. Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell may have headed off to their happy ending after filming season 25 of The Bachelor, but the couple quickly found themselves dealing with lots of obstacles.