9 Facts About Fan-Favorite Bachelor Contestant Katie Thurston

Although Katie clearly loves to laugh and have fun and doesn't take herself too seriously (yep, got that from the first episode!), she is actually a successful bank marketing manager. Based in Renton, WA, the Bachelor contestant is career focused but is now looking for other kinds of fulfillment, too. She recently posted on Instagram: "I followed 'the rules' of life. Get the career. Save the money. Start that 401k. Buy the house. And for what?" she continued, "I will passionately pursue a fulfilled life and refuse to let this next decade pass by without purpose."