The Bachelor alums Joey Graziadei and Kelsey Anderson have taken some time to settle into their engagement before committing to marriage, but it seems the couple is finally prepared to take the plunge. The stars found their love connection through the dating competition, with Kelsey maintaining Joey’s interest throughout filming. As the competition progressed, their connection strengthened. By the finale of The Bachelor season 28, Joey’s choice seemed so clear that runner-up Daisy Kent self-eliminated before he could choose between the finalists. Joey ultimately proposed to Kelsey, and the couple has been happily engaged ever since.
The reality stars decided to enjoy the relationship and their new careers before beginning the wedding planning process. While it’s been over a year since their engagement, Joey and Kelsey have used this time wisely. The stars have established names for themselves in the television and fashion industries. Now that they’ve approached a much-needed lull in their busy schedules, they can start planning and seem excited about this new milestone. Joey and Kelsey will undoubtedly be the next bachelor couple to tie the knot. They are ready for the commitment.
Joey & Kelsey Have Been Engaged For A Long Time
Joey & Kelsey Wanted To Take Their Time
It has been over a year since Joey and Kelsey got engaged. While the finale and proposal aired in March 2024, their actual engagement likely happened around November 2023. This would mean Joey and Kelsey have been engaged for approximately 16 months. Although this seems like an extensive period, their hesitance to tie the knot was ideal for their relationship.
Joey and Kelsey have taken this time to prioritize their professional success and emotional well-being. Their fame has propelled them into online influencer status as the couple regularly updates thousands of fans through their Instagram and TikTok pages. Joey made strides as a competitor and winner of Dancing With The Stars. During this time, Kelsey furthered her modeling and influencer career as she accepted collaborations, sponsorships, and branded content deals with recognizable fashion companies.
The pair will be glad they took the time post-filming to settle into their new dynamics. The Golden Bachelorette's Joan Vassos and Chock Chapple have openly spoken about the insufficient time spent bonding on the show. The Bachelor often films over eight weeks. During this time, the lead is expected to juggle relationships with several dozen contestants. Joan and Chock didn't feel like they knew each other well despite their engagement during the finale.
When asked online how well they knew each other by the season's conclusion, Joan suggested “30%” and Chock estimated “20-25%.”
They had a similar perspective regarding taking the engagement slowly and would likely postpone the wedding further. This more realistic timeframe will serve the couple well. Joey and Kelsey will also benefit from their grounded decision, but this couple seems prepared to commit now.
Joey & Kelsey Are Finally Planning Their Wedding
Joey & Kelsey Can Focus On Preparations
Now that they have positioned themselves for success, Joey and Kelsey finally have the time to focus on the wedding. Joey’s lengthy stint on Dancing with the Stars and the subsequent tour have ended. He should be returning to Los Angeles to spend more time with his fiancée in their newly purchased apartment. This time will be pivotal for their relationship. The pair hardly settled before Joey started touring, and they will benefit from some time alone. The discussion of wedding planning has been brought up by Joey.
The couple has spoken about this next stage in their relationship with E! News. Kelsey revealed that Joey brought up the planning and implied it was not a pressing issue for her. The star admitted: “I don't really have a whole lot of ideas going into it. I've never planned my wedding before.” While the date and location have not yet been settled, Kelsey has an idea of the overall atmosphere. She hopes for “something timeless” and has begun compiling inspiration online.
Kelsey Might Not be Pregnant Now, But She's Not Against It
Joey & Kelsey Hope To Raise A Family Together
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The model and influencer brought up rumors regarding a supposed pregnancy announcement. Kelsey went to TikTok to sarcastically confirm these rumors. The budding influencer suggests, “I’m pregnant! I found out this morning on Facebook.” She goes on to mock the unsubstantiated claims, highlighting the fact that she was never pregnant, specifically with twins. She joked that she and Joey were already preparing names for their little girl and boy. The boy would be named “Bach” while the girl would be named “Elor” as a beautiful tribute to the show.
The claims and rumors are hilariously inaccurate, but she and Joey intend to start a family. Kelsey hopes to have at least three children, while Joey wants two. The pair also spoke about the prospect of adopting kids. So, while the rumors seem unrealistic, Joey and Kelsey will likely have children in the future. Kelsey may have joked about the surprise announcement, but she isn’t opposed to motherhood. Fans can expect a genuine announcement with genuine excitement in the next few years.
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Joey And Kelsey Have Already Taken The Time They Needed
Joey and Kelsey are ready for their marriage and the sacrifices that come with it. The pair has done everything in their power to ensure the success of their relationship. Despite their long-distance relationship, while Joey juggled his performances and online career, the couple traveled regularly to spend holidays and special moments together.
While Joey and Kelsey had different ideals regarding their new home, as Kelsey preferred New York and Joey loved L.A., they compromised. Kelsey embraced Los Angeles on behalf of her fiancé and moved to the city. She may have felt attached to New York, but she was willing to make a massive sacrifice for the relationship.
The couple has already begun preparations for their wedding, and this timeframe seems more concrete than Joan and Chock’s continuously postponed wedding. Joan and Chock want to enjoy their engagement before legally committing to each other. This dynamic seems to have worked wonders for Joey and Kelsey. The Bachelor alums will undoubtedly commit before any other. They are more than ready for this milestone.
