“The Bachelor” is a popular American reality TV dating show that first premiered on ABC in 2002. The series follows a single bachelor who is looking for love among a group of eligible women, with the ultimate goal of finding his perfect match and proposing marriage. Each week, the bachelor goes on a series of dates with the women, including group dates, one-on-one dates, and romantic getaways, while also navigating the drama and tensions that arise within the group.