Jordan Heller of The Golden Bachelorette and Leslie Fhima of The Golden Bachelor have sparked dating rumors following their recent online activity. Jordan was eliminated on Joan Vassos's season after the hometown dates, with the leading lady claiming he was not ready to let his guard down. Runner-up Leslie was previously eliminated from Gerry Turner’s season as Theresa Nist narrowly beat her out. While Gerry married Theresa, the newlyweds ultimately divorced just three months later.
Jordan and Leslie made their involvement public through a post on Leslie’s Instagram, which Jordan then reposted to his. The picture, featuring the pair excitedly embracing and adorned in matching jerseys, has taken the internet by storm. Their intimacy and customized shirts indicate that the pair have met up previously. While the image was posted just days after Jordan’s elimination on The Golden Bachelorette season 1, it’s worth mentioning that filming concluded in early August, giving the two plenty of time to connect. Overall, they seem to be a fantastic match.
Leslie Said She Would've Chose Jordan If She Were The Golden Bachelorette
Jordan Is The Best Man For Leslie
The time Jordan and Leslie have spent together seems to have proved their compatibility, with Leslie claiming that in a group of men, she would choose Jordan. In an interview with Ben Higgins and Ashley Iaconetti on the The Ben and Ashley I Almost Famous Podcast, Leslie shared, “I liked Jordan when I was watching the show. I liked him the best for me.” She went on to share that in the time she’s spent with the eligible bachelor, she’s noticed a lot of similarities.
Leslie then offered, “Jordan, I feel like we have a lot in common. I know that he's funny; I love funny. He lives in Chicago; I live in Minneapolis. He has a dog; I have a dog. Stuff like that's important.” She seemed to recognize the value in his kindred soul. She went on to note the fact that they both practice Judaism. She made it clear that religion would not make or break a relationship for her, but their shared beliefs, “That's just the icing on the cake.”
While she reiterated that she and Jordan are not currently dating, Leslie seems open to the idea. During her interview, she mentioned not wanting to rush their involvement. Leslie wants Jordan to enjoy the fame and not feel any obligations towards her. However, she seems to be keeping her door open: “And if, after he goes through all his DMs from all the women, and the daughters and the sons, he knows where I am." This comment not only proves Leslie's emotional maturity but her certainty that Jordan feels the spark as well.
Jordan & Leslie Are Both From The Midwest
They Live Close To Each Other
Chicago native Jordan did not have to look far for his other half. Fitness instructor Leslie hails from Minnesota, making the commute feasible. Outside of some possible similarities in dialect and climate acclimation, their Midwestern roots will prove highly important in their living arrangements. That is, assuming everything goes well for the “situationship.”
Note: Chicago and Minneapolis are approximately a 6-hour drive from one another.
Distance and discussion of living arrangements can be a lot of pressure for a new couple. It signified the end of the relationship between Gerry and Theresa. When the pair ultimately divorced, they both claimed that their resistance to relocating was rooted in their prioritization of their family. As the pair could not find a compromise, they split up. The fact that Jordan and Leslie can commute to one another is valuable on a show that sources its contestants from around the country.
They've Both Experienced Getting Their Heartbroken On TV
Jordan & Leslie Were Both Traumatized
If their humor, religion, and geographical proximity are not enough similarities, their experience on The Bachelor franchise has strengthened their bond. The pair not only participated in their shows but were both front-running contestants that nearly won. Their ultimate elimination was devastating, but both parties stepped down with poise. Rejection can be difficult in a normal circumstance. Televised rejection after building hope with a surrounding camera crew must be traumatic.
It’s more than likely that Joan had some involvement with their budding relationship.
While their reality TV stint may not have been beneficial for their love life, their connections were. The Golden Bachelorette leading lady, Joan Vassos, in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, claimed she was trying to hook up some of the eliminated contestants with her costars on The Golden Bachelor. It’s more than likely Joan had some involvement with their budding relationship.
Although Jordan and Joan on The Golden Bachelorette were not a perfect match, it's so exciting to see him and Leslie find love organically. Their connections from the franchise have brought the pair together. The subsequent one-on-one time has allowed them to explore their chemistry and compatibility. They both deserve happiness. As Leslie and Jordan's bond deepens, Bachelor fans are vying to see the romantics find their forever matches.
