Who Is ‘Bachelorette’ Contestant Jamie Skaar? 5 Things to Know About Michelle Young’s First 1-on-1 Date

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Who Is ‘Bachelorette’ Contestant Jamie Skaar? 5 Things to Know About Michelle Young’s First 1-on-1 Date

Making a big impression! Jamie Skaar is one of Michelle Young’s suitors on season 18 of The Bachelorette, earning the first one-on-one date of the season during the Tuesday, October 26, episode. The teacher, 28, previously teased that the University of Washington alum, 32, is one of three men she thinks fans should keep an eye on. “There’s so many amazing men. I think all the viewers are going to be on their toes,” she told Entertainment Tonight earlier this month, before giving Jamie a shout-out. However, in the teaser for her first date with Jamie things look like they might take a rocky turn following a steamy make out session. “There’s been a whole bunch of talk today,” he says in a clip released on Tuesday while wearing a rose on his suit jacket and speaking with Michelle. Jamie proceeds to tell the Minnesota native something that causes her to feel “blindsided” and confront the group of men sitting around during the night’s cocktail party. “There’s a rumor about me,” she says to the men as the camera pans to Jamie looking nervous. “I want you guys to ask me if you have any reservations.” [jwplayer KFH6K40t-zhNYySv2] While the trailer hints at a possible bump in Jamie and Michelle’s love story, the Bachelorette’s straightforward approach to resolving the unknown issue may be just what Jamie wants in a future wife. According to his ABC bio, Jamie is “looking for someone to be his partner in this never-ending adventure called life.” He is searching for a woman who is “independent, driven and always ready to head out for dinner at the newest local hot spot.” The Biotech guru, who has never watched reality TV, is all about “valuing cultural experiences and making memories,” which he hopes he’ll find in Michelle. Before fans were introduced to Jamie, he teased the new season and his connection with Michelle via social media. “I’m excited for all my cast mates for adding to a once in a lifetime experience, the producers who work tireless hour behind the scenes to create the show, and most especially @michelleyoung who managed to exceed all the hype,” he captioned an Instagram snap of Michelle. “Bachelorette nation lucked out with her as their Bachelorette and now you get to see why for yourselves.” Scroll down to learn more about Jamie: [podcast_block]

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Who Is ‘Bachelorette’ Contestant Jamie Skaar? 5 Things to Know About Michelle Young’s First 1-on-1 Date

Making a big impression! Jamie Skaar is one of Michelle Young’s suitors on season 18 of The Bachelorette, earning the first one-on-one date of the season during the Tuesday, October 26, episode. The teacher, 28, previously teased that the University of Washington alum, 32, is one of three men she thinks fans should keep an eye on. “There’s so many amazing men. I think all the viewers are going to be on their toes,” she told Entertainment Tonight earlier this month, before giving Jamie a shout-out. However, in the teaser for her first date with Jamie things look like they might take a rocky turn following a steamy make out session. “There’s been a whole bunch of talk today,” he says in a clip released on Tuesday while wearing a rose on his suit jacket and speaking with Michelle. Jamie proceeds to tell the Minnesota native something that causes her to feel “blindsided” and confront the group of men sitting around during the night’s cocktail party. “There’s a rumor about me,” she says to the men as the camera pans to Jamie looking nervous. “I want you guys to ask me if you have any reservations.” [jwplayer KFH6K40t-zhNYySv2] While the trailer hints at a possible bump in Jamie and Michelle’s love story, the Bachelorette’s straightforward approach to resolving the unknown issue may be just what Jamie wants in a future wife. According to his ABC bio, Jamie is “looking for someone to be his partner in this never-ending adventure called life.” He is searching for a woman who is “independent, driven and always ready to head out for dinner at the newest local hot spot.” The Biotech guru, who has never watched reality TV, is all about “valuing cultural experiences and making memories,” which he hopes he’ll find in Michelle. Before fans were introduced to Jamie, he teased the new season and his connection with Michelle via social media. “I’m excited for all my cast mates for adding to a once in a lifetime experience, the producers who work tireless hour behind the scenes to create the show, and most especially @michelleyoung who managed to exceed all the hype,” he captioned an Instagram snap of Michelle. “Bachelorette nation lucked out with her as their Bachelorette and now you get to see why for yourselves.” Scroll down to learn more about Jamie: [podcast_block]

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1. He’s an Entrepreneur

Jamie founded Sol Solutions Today in March 2015 before founding, and becoming the CEO, of SantuAire in March 2020. SantuAire is a Biotech company based in Tacoma, Washington, that focuses on creating the “next generation of air purification” that can be used at home to help clients analyze the quality of their house or business.

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2. He’s Passionate About Health and Fitness

The Washington native posts about his fitness journey, including progress photos after his workouts and snaps of his food choices online. In September 2019, Jamie revealed that he wrote a 25-page “Energy Hack and Performance Strategy Map” to help others get into shape and stay healthy.

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3. He’s an Avid Traveler

Jamie’s adventures include a Europe trip in 2019 and jetting off to Puerto Rico, Uruguay and Ecuador. According to his ABC bio, the California resident traveled to Ecuador “just to try their chocolate.”

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4. He’s Vocal About Mental Health

In August 2019, Jamie opened up about losing his mom to suicide six years prior. “It was literally one of the most impactful moments of my life,” he said in an Instagram video at the time. “This one event has really shaped a lot of who I am. The first of those lessons that I really got was really showing up for people.”

He also detailed his battle with anxiety in an Instagram video in October of that year. “If someone were to ask me if I have a problem with anxiety, my gut response would be no. But I realize now that’s an ego response. Anxiety isn’t an identity, it’s a state. A state that, because of life’s challenges we all trek through,” Jamie captioned the clip. “Some days suck, and other days really suck. For me that’s my time to be humble, accept my mistakes, and put in the work to improve. Even if life feels messy, I can still find and create joy in that process. As grateful for my bad days as I am for my good days, because it’s all just a chance to see myself in a different light and discover ways to improve.”

He concluded: “I send my love, light and empathy to anyone working through anxiety, depression, mental and/or spiritual health. You ain’t alone, it’s only a moment, and other side of that moment our blessings are waiting.”

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5. He’s Has a Younger Sister

Jamie has a close bond with sister Telia Renee. The twosome often travel together and gush over one another via social media. “You’re a gift beyond what any brother knew to dream or ask for,” he wrote via Instagram in July 2020 in celebration of his sibling’s birthday. “Thank you for your love, patience, and compassion. Excited for what the future has in store for you!❤️👑.”

The Bachelorette airs on ABC Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET.