Meet the Delaware sisters, Delco woman competing for love of ‘The Bachelor’ from Montco

Damon C. Williams and Gabe Hauari, Bucks County Courier Times
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The Philadelphia-area connection and perhaps some family drama may come into play on the upcoming season of ABC's hit reality series, "The Bachelor."

Dozens of women will vie for the love of Joey Graziadei, who hails from Montgomery County and attended West Chester University.

And of the 32 contestants, three of the women are from the region.

According to ABC, Graziadei is returning as The Bachelor after his heartbreaking departure at the end of Charity Lawson's season of "The Bachelorette," giving the charismatic tennis pro a second shot at finding his perfect match.

The 28th season of "The Bachelor" will premiere at 8 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 22 on ABC.

Here's everything else to know about Graziadei, the Philadelphia contestants and this latest season of "The Bachelor."

Three women from the Philadelphia-area try to woo 'The Bachelor'

ABC's The Bachelor website only identified by their first names — Allison, Lanie and Lauren — and states they are from the Philadelphia region, and adding to the drama is the fact that Allison and Lauren Hollinger are sisters. The women confirmed their participation in Dec. 20 Instagram posts, inviting followers to tune in.

A Wiki entry on season 28 of "The Bachelor" includes the participants full names and more information on their exact hometown.

Allison Hollinger and Lauren Hollinger are both from Dover, DE, while Lanie Latsios is from Glen Mills, and went to Temple University, according to her Linkedin profile.

According to Allison's profile, the real estate agent, who says she studied at the University of Delaware in a Facebook post, "has had multiple serious relationships but still hasn't found Mr. Right. She's looking for a man who is loyal, positive, mature and kind, so she's excited to see if Joey is her perfect match. There's one catch though...Allison will be looking for love alongside her older sister and best friend, Lauren."

Allison Hollinger, a 26-year-old realtor from Dover, DE, is one of three bachelorettes on 28th season of ABC's "The Bachelor." The hit reality series premieres on Monday, Jan. 22 at 8 p.m. on ABC.
Allison Hollinger, a 26-year-old realtor from Dover, DE, is one of three bachelorettes on 28th season of ABC's "The Bachelor." The hit reality series premieres on Monday, Jan. 22 at 8 p.m. on ABC.

Lanie is described in her profile as having a "positive, bubbly personality," and comes from a big Polish/Greek family. Lanie's parents have been married for over 30 years, and Lanie is hoping to find a love like her parents have and is looking for a man who is emotionally available and mature.

Lanie Latsios, a 27-year-old realtor from Glenn Mills, is one of three bachelorettes with ties to the Delaware Valley on 28th season of ABC's "The Bachelor." The hit reality series premieres on Monday, Jan. 22 at 8 p.m. on ABC.
Lanie Latsios, a 27-year-old realtor from Glenn Mills, is one of three bachelorettes with ties to the Delaware Valley on 28th season of ABC's "The Bachelor." The hit reality series premieres on Monday, Jan. 22 at 8 p.m. on ABC.

Lauren is a registered nurse and has high standards. Her instagram shows she's an Eagles fan and with friends at the Jersey shore.

"Lauren is the total package of brains, beauty and a hilarious personality. The nurse is especially passionate about her career and is the life of the party when she's not working," reads Lauren's profile. "Lauren loves attending group fitness classes and music festivals in her free time. She is also very close with her family, including her sister, Allison, who is also vying for Joey's heart. Lauren loves a man who is motivated, funny, and with whom she feels safe.

"One thing Lauren can't stand is men with bad hygiene — she wants a guy who takes care of himself."

Lauren Hollinger, a 28-year-old registered nurse from Dover, DE, is one of three bachelorettes on 28th season of ABC's "The Bachelor." The hit reality series premieres on Monday, Jan. 22 at 8 p.m. on ABC.
Lauren Hollinger, a 28-year-old registered nurse from Dover, DE, is one of three bachelorettes on 28th season of ABC's "The Bachelor." The hit reality series premieres on Monday, Jan. 22 at 8 p.m. on ABC.

Who is 'The Bachelor' Joey Graziadei?

Graziadei is a 28-year-old teaching tennis pro from Collegeville.

After his heartbreaking departure at the end of Charity's season of "The Bachelorette," Montgomery County's own Joey Graziadei will take a second shot at finding his perfect match when he steps in as leading man for the upcoming 28th season of "The Bachelor." :The Bachelor" premieres at 8 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 22 on ABC.
After his heartbreaking departure at the end of Charity's season of "The Bachelorette," Montgomery County's own Joey Graziadei will take a second shot at finding his perfect match when he steps in as leading man for the upcoming 28th season of "The Bachelor." :The Bachelor" premieres at 8 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 22 on ABC.

"Before his emotional exit, audiences saw Graziadei open up about his family values and how those closest to him have influenced his desire to find lasting love," according to the ABC.

'The Bachelor' season 28 primer: When does 'The Bachelor' return? Season 28 premiere date, what to know about Joey Graziadei

Graziadei is looking for a life partner who is outgoing, caring, and shares his love for adventure and exploring the outdoors, according to the release, and loves hiking, surfing and ending his days watching the sunset.

Graziadei was the runner-up to Dotun Olubeko in Lawson's season of "The Bachelorette" and will now get a second shot at finding his soulmate.

In the ABC news release announcing Graziadei as the leading man for Season 28, the bachelor "won over Bachelor Nation with his honesty and openness to find lasting love" during Lawson's season.

This article originally appeared on Bucks County Courier Times: Philly-area women, Montco man vie for live on “The Bachelor”