The Bachelor [1] is returning on Jan. 4 [2], and despite the chilly weather, the competition — and the lead — have never been hotter. Matt James is our new Bachelor [3], and ABC has revealed the 32 women competing for his heart on season 25. We've already gotten a first look thanks to the trailer [4], but this is the first time the network has unveiled the long-awaited cast members.

In true Bachelor fashion, there are already a few contestants we can't wait to meet based on their profiles. Will Matt fall for 21-year-old socialite Kit? What about "Queen" Victoria from Los Angeles? Then again, props to ABC for finally presenting a diverse selection [5] of women. I'm particularly looking forward to meeting Magi, the pharmacist who immigrated to America from a small village in Ethiopia.

Only 24 ladies will make it past the first night in Pennsylvania [6] — who are you rooting for?

Abigail

• Age: 25
• Occupation: Client financial manager
• Hometown: Beaverton, OR
• Bio highlight: "Abigail is a beautiful soul from the Pacific Northwest who says that nothing makes her happier than enjoying a cold local microbrew on a beautiful Oregon day. Having a hearing impairment never stopped Abigail from living her life to the fullest."

Alana

• Age: 26
• Occupation: Photographer
• Hometown: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Bio highlight: "Adventure is definitely a key component to Alana's life—her latest one being a move to Toronto completely on a whim. When Alana isn't off exploring the world, she loves spending her free time sipping bubbles at local wineries, painting or cooking, and is here with hopes of finding a man to share in the everyday pleasures of life."

Alicia

• Age: 24
• Occupation: Professional ballerina
• Hometown: New York City
• Bio highlight: "When she was only 13, she began pursuing her career as a professional ballerina. Through years of dedication and commitment to her craft, she is now proudly living her dream, dancing for the prestigious Dance Theater of Harlem."

Amber

• Age: 30
• Occupation: Nursing student
• Hometown: Costa Mesa, CA
• Bio highlight: "Amber finds it hard to date as a single mom, but now she is ready to focus on herself for the first time in a long time. When asked what her physical type is, Amber enthusiastically says 'MATT JAMES!'"

Anna

• Age: 24
• Occupation: Copywriter
• Hometown: Chicago
• Bio highlight: "She was born and raised in a tiny town in Minnesota, and at an early age, her parents nicknamed her Hollywood, thanks to her affinity for chic scarves and oversized sunglasses. As much as she loved her childhood filled with Friday nights at the local bowling alley and family dinners at Applebee's, this high school cheerleading captain knew she was meant for something bigger."

Bri

• Age: 24
• Occupation: Communications manager
• Hometown: San Francisco
• Bio highlight: "Bri describes herself as very laid-back and someone who is not embarrassed easily. She says that she is always the alpha in the relationship but would love to find someone who can challenge her and keep life interesting and exciting."

Carolyn

• Age: 30
• Occupation: Journalist
• Hometown: Los Angeles
• Bio highlight: "Carolyn's ultimate turnoff is a man who spends all their time together name-dropping or bragging about his money, and instead hopes to find someone with a warm heart who is passionate about philanthropy."

Casandra

• Age: 25
• Occupation: Social worker
• Hometown: Newport Beach, CA
• Bio highlight: "Casandra always told herself she would finish college and then settle down. Now that she has her master's degree in social work, it's time to find LOVE! "

Chelsea

• Age: 28
• Occupation: Runway model
• Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
• Bio highlight: "Chelsea's dating life was pretty nonexistent until she was in college, and her only relationship ended a year and a half ago when, after five years of being together, she felt she had outgrown him. Now that she has spent some time playing the field, she says she has a clearer idea of what she wants out of a relationship."

Corrinne

• Age: 22
• Occupation: Marketing manager
• Hometown: Pomfret, CT
• Bio highlight: "Corrinne comes from a big, loving family and does marketing for the family business—a high-end Italian restaurant! She strives to surround herself with positivity and says that she is at her very happiest sitting at the beach with the sun shining down on her face."

Emani

• Age: 24
• Occupation: Realtor
• Hometown: Albuquerque, NM
• Bio highlight: "She loves to cook and says that her favorite way to show her man how she feels is through an old-fashioned, home-cooked meal. Emani says her turnoffs are emotional instability, physical instability and financial instability . . . really, instability of any kind."

Illeana

• Age: 25
• Occupation: Health food developer
• Hometown: New York City
• Bio highlight: "She is looking to find her best friend and to create the kind of love that makes you glow from the inside out. She says she loves love more than anything and knows she's found it when she and her man feel invincible to the world."

Jessenia

• Age: 27
• Occupation: Social media marketer
• Hometown: San Antonio
• Bio highlight: "She was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, and is a former pageant queen, even receiving the title of Miss El Paso in 2016 . . . Her soul mate also must love dogs because Jessenia currently has three of them! One thing Jessenia cannot stand is a man who will not get off their phone, especially if it's during date night."

Kaili

• Age: 26
• Occupation: Hostess
• Hometown: Chicago
• Bio highlight: "The man of her dreams is introspective, empathetic and can join her on her daily sunset runs on the beach followed by a romantic picnic. She says she's never dated anyone that her family has truly been excited about and she's hoping to change that when Matt comes into the picture!"

Katie

• Age: 29
• Occupation: Bank marketing manager
• Hometown: Renton, WA
• Bio highlight: "Her dream man will be passionate about building a long-term life with her and will treat Katie as his equal in the relationship. Nothing turns her off more than someone who sits around playing video games all day or a man who tries to kiss her at the inopportune moment . . . it's all about creating the right vibe with Katie!"

Khaylah

• Age: 28
• Occupation: Healthcare advocate
• Hometown: Durham, NC
• Bio highlight: "Khaylah says she is a hopeless romantic and that she is looking for a man to truly sweep her off her feet! She says she can be shy at first, but once she feels that spark, it's on! Nothing turns Khaylah on more than a respectful man with emotional intelligence and a desire to give back."

Kimberly

• Age: 28
• Occupation: Airline recruiter
• Hometown: Seattle
• Bio highlight: "She values a healthy lifestyle and wants to find a man whose enthusiasm for staying fit aligns with hers. She also loves picnics, good snacks and when the weather permits, going on the hunt for Seattle's best sunset viewpoints."

Kit

• Age: 21
• Occupation: Socialite
• Hometown: New York City
• Bio highlight: "She currently lives at home with her parents in the heart of the West Village while finishing her last year of undergrad at NYU. Kit hasn't had a serious relationship since her first love in high school, but that's only because she hasn't found a man who can measure up to the level of emotional intelligence she needs." Find out more about Kit here [7].

Kristin

• Age: 27
• Occupation: Attorney
• Hometown: Jersey City, NJ
• Bio highlight: "Kristin is truly wifey material—not only is she beautiful, but she is fiercely loyal, intelligent and credits her unmatched work ethic to her incredible mother who raised her. Kristin says she is definitely the party starter and needs a man who won't be intimidated by her natural magnetism."

Lauren

• Age: 29
• Occupation: Corporate attorney
• Hometown: Miami
• Bio highlight: "Lauren is hoping for a family of her own one day, so she needs a mature family man that is on the same page. Not wanting to have kids is a major deal breaker for Lauren. She says that none of the guys she has dated in the past have truly been her best friend, and she's hoping to change that here with Matt."

Magi

• Age: 32
• Occupation: Pharmacist
• Hometown: Adwa, Ethiopia
• Bio highlight: "She grew up in small village in Ethiopia, and while she says moving to the U.S. was the scariest thing she has ever done, she doesn't regret it one bit. Magi was only able to move here after she literally won the Diversity Visa Lotto. She is so grateful for all the opportunities she's been given in life and knows firsthand to never take anything for granted."

Mari

• Age: 24
• Occupation: Marketing director
• Hometown: Odenton, MD
• Bio highlight: "Mari is a former beauty queen living the American dream. After moving to Maryland from Puerto Rico as a teenager, Mari enrolled in college and competed in pageants—most recently winning Miss Maryland USA in 2019 and placing Top 10 at Miss USA."

Marylynn

• Age: 28
• Occupation: Event coordinator
• Hometown: Studio City, CA
• Bio highlight: "She doesn't see herself with anyone who is lazy, introverted or someone who doesn't prioritize their heath and hygiene. She says that finding her life partner has always been a top priority and that experiencing true and undeniable love is the ultimate goal because it is something so special and unique."

MJ

• Age: 23
• Occupation: Hairstylist
• Hometown: Hudson, OH
• Bio highlight: "MJ is very social and wants to find a man who will let her maintain her independence and won't add unnecessary drama to her life. She loves a man with a plan but has no interest in someone with an inflated ego or unrealistic expectations. She also cannot deal with someone who is never on time."

Pieper

• Age: 23
• Occupation: Graduate student
• Hometown: Happy Valley, OR
• Bio highlight: "Pieper has a dynamite personality, a creative mind, a master's degree in marketing and a wonderful family who has supported all her endeavors. The only thing missing for Pieper? A man to enjoy life by her side!"

Rachael

• Age: 24
• Occupation: Graphic designer
• Hometown: Cumming, GA
• Bio highlight: "Rachael is hoping that her love story will be something huge and life altering. She wants to look back on her life when she's old and feel like she has made the absolute most out of every single day. Nothing makes her happier than a good movie, good wine, and charcuterie boards."

Saneh

• Age: 25
• Occupation: IT Consultant
• Hometown: Denver
• Bio highlight: "From swimming with sharks in South Africa to being inducted into the University of Florida Hall of Fame for outstanding leadership, service and academic achievement, nothing is out of reach for her."

Sarah

• Age: 24
• Occupation: Broadcast journalist
• Hometown: San Diego
• Bio highlight: "One thing that is very important to Sarah is finding a man whose commitment to faith is as strong as hers. She hopes to one day be in a power couple that when they're not spending time with their kids, they are doing work for the community and giving back to children in need."

Serena C.

• Age: 24
• Occupation: Flight attendant
• Hometown: San Francisco
• Bio highlight: "Serena C.'s idea of a perfect date is getting all dressed up for a fancy night out, taking in the sunset over good champagne and a thought-provoking conversation. She needs a man who wants to be professionally successful, but is also a free spirit like her with dreams of traveling the world."

Serena P.

• Age: 22
• Occupation: Publicist
• Hometown: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Bio highlight: "Serena P. needs a man with ambition who will be her teammate in life. He also HAS to be willing to share his food with her saying, 'If they don't let me taste their food, I don't know if the relationship could survive.'"

Sydney

• Age: 28
• Occupation: Marketing specialist
• Hometown: Nashville
• Bio highlight: "She hates awkward dinner conversation and says a man with big goals for the future is her biggest turn-on. Sydney wants someone who will bring what she does to a relationship — love, loyalty, motivation and support — and says that she's not looking to settle for any average Joe Schmoe."

Victoria

• Age: 27
• Occupation: "Queen"
• Hometown: Los Angeles
• Bio highlight: "Victoria, or Queen Victoria as she likes to refer to herself, has outgrown her 'once upon a time' jetsetter lifestyle but not her sense of grandeur. Victoria has shifted focus towards entrepreneurship and has launched a few businesses in the health and beauty space."