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Meet your host before 14 February when the 1st Bachelor SA starts!
It’s all over the M-Net channels, and petals are falling much more noticeably, introducing that Channel 101 will be bringing viewers the local version of the immensely successful international reality dating show franchise, The Bachelor. M-Net also revealed that local heartthrob, former Sharks rugby player, international model and business owner, Lee Thompson, would be the lucky man vying for the hearts of 24 beautiful and accomplished South African ladies from different backgrounds.
The secret about the host is also out, and some may say he is more attractive than the Bachelor himself. Popular presenter Jason Greer will be at Lee’s side as the host of the very first season of The Bachelor South Africa, when the show kicks off on a romantic note on Valentine’s Day in 2019. Well-respected in the industry, Jason has presented a number of successful shows, including M-Net’s award-winning All Access and the popular game show Spellbound. Jason is also the narrator on M-Net’s wedding show, The Wedding Bashers.
Jason says to have been selected as the host for the local version of the most successful internationally recognised reality dating show is an incredible honour, adding that he is excited for the show and looks forward to sharing this journey with the rest of South Africa.
During his role as host on The Bachelor SA, Jason will be facilitating the iconic rose ceremonies where he will arrive at the most crucial moments of the elimination ceremonies. In addition to his hosting duties, Jason will also serve as the mentor figure to Lee throughout his Bachelor journey.
M-Net explained that Jason is an industry professional and his warmth, kindness, charisma, and sincerity will stand him in good stead as the host. He is also a mature family man and perfect wingman for SA’s The Bachelor.
Jason Greer has been involved in the South African entertainment industry for over 15 years, having started as a master of ceremonies. It was during his time in the television industry that he flourished and realised that he had a flair for hosting. He went on to host a number of hit locally produced shows that opened the door to his acting career. Jason’s presenting, acting and MC work is in high demand. He has also appeared in numerous TV commercials and corporate videos and is a voice-over artist across a variety of media.
The 24 ladies with a burning desire to find love on The Bachelor SA have yet to be announced. The Bachelor SA will be screened on M-Net from Valentine’s Day, 14 February 2019.
Fans follow all the breaking news and conversations around the show on Twitter @MNet / #TheBachelorSA and on the official M-Net Facebook page.
The Bachelor SA is produced by Rapid Blue.
