Inside Grant Ellis and Juliana Pasquarosa’s Post-Bachelor Life: Why They’re Taking Their Time Before Saying ‘I Do’
The newly engaged couple opens up about their unconventional timeline, future plans, and the simple joys of love after the cameras stopped rolling.
Love on Their Own Terms
Grant Ellis and Juliana Pasquarosa’s love story reached its climax on The Bachelor Season 29 finale, with Grant dropping to one knee and Juliana tearfully accepting his proposal. But unlike many reality TV couples who rush to the altar, these two are savoring every moment of their engagement—without a wedding date in sight.
“We’re learning each other and falling more in love every day,” says Grant, 31, the former pro basketball player who won hearts (and a fiancée) on the show. “A wedding is a big step, and we want to make sure we’re fully ready—not just emotionally, but in how we blend our lives.”
Juliana, 28, echoes his sentiment, adding that she wants their families and friends to truly know each other before the big day. “I want everyone to see us together, to understand our connection. There’s no expiration date on love, so why rush?”
Their plan? A slow build toward marriage, complete with shared experiences, travel, and, eventually, a dream wedding in Italy. “We want wine, family, and a celebration that feels like us,” Grant says with a grin.
The Next Chapter: Moving In (Sort Of)
One of the biggest steps for any couple is merging their lives—and for Grant and Juliana, that means figuring out where to call home. Currently based in Boston, Juliana is thrilled that Grant plans to split his time between Texas (where he owns a home) and her East Coast city.
“I love the energy here, her family’s here, and I want to be close to that,” Grant admits. “We’ll find our own space, explore neighborhoods, and see what feels right.”
Juliana, a client-services associate, jokes that their first real test as a couple won’t be wedding planning—it’s whether their dogs get along. “Charlie [her dog] is… selective,” she laughs. “Grant’s new puppy might have to win him over.”
The Simple Joys of Normalcy
After weeks of rose ceremonies, dramatic exits, and intense filming schedules, Grant and Juliana are most excited about the mundane moments they missed.
“I can’t wait to take Grant to my favorite little Italian spot, share a bottle of wine, and just be,” Juliana says. “No cameras, no pressure—just us.”
For Grant, it’s the little things: “Cooking together, dancing in the kitchen, meeting each other’s people. That’s the stuff that matters.”
Family First
A priority for the couple? Ensuring their families connected before their engagement went public. “We FaceTimed them right away,” Juliana shares. “Grant’s dad and mine bonded over working in the car business—it was instant camaraderie.”
Grant adds, “There was never a doubt our families would mesh. Now, it’s about building those relationships even more.”
What’s Next?
While wedding plans are on the back burner, the couple is focused on their immediate future:
- Blending their lives (and pets!) in Boston
- Traveling together, including trips to visit Grant’s family in Texas
- Enjoying the quiet moments they missed during filming
“We’re not following a script,” Grant says. “We’re writing our own story.”
And for fans wondering if this Bachelor love story will last, Juliana puts it simply: “When you know, you know. And I know.”
Final Thoughts
In a world where reality TV romances often fizzle fast, Grant and Juliana’s deliberate, grounded approach feels refreshing. They’re proof that love doesn’t need a rushed timeline—just authenticity, patience, and a shared vision for the future.
Stay tuned for more updates on their journey—and whether Charlie the dog approves of Grant’s puppy.
What do you think of their take-it-slow approach? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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