The Bachelorseason 28’s coupleJoey Graziadei and Kelsey Andersonhave been trying to find their footing as a pair, buttheir new living situation could hurt their relationship, as it’s less-than-ideal. Joey, who first appeared onThe Bacheloretteseason 20 with Charity Lawson, failed to win the lead’s heart but captured the attention ofBachelorNation. A spontaneous, sweet, emotional guy, Joey was the idealBachelorlead when he was chosen to lead his own season. As Joey moved into the leading role, he got to know a great group of women, but his relationship with Kelsey was strongest.
Joey and Kelsey got engaged during a beautiful ceremony shown inThe Bachelorseason 28’s finale, but things were just getting started for the pair. Kelsey and Joey weren’t as familiar with the press cycle as otherBachelorNation stars and chose to be open about their relationship from the beginning. Airing both good and bad,Joey and Kelsey were scrutinized byBachelorNation for what they shared online. With so much attention, rumors quickly flew about their relationship crumbling, and when Joey took onDWTS, things got worse. Now,their new L.A. living situationcould be a whole new problem.
Joey & Kelsey Originally Wanted To Move To New York City
They Both Said It Was A Life-Long Dream
Although their time onThe Bachelorwas over a year ago, bothJoeyand Kelsey revealed shortly after the show’s finale that they had some big ideas about where they were going to plant their roots. While Joey, originally from Pennsylvania, had been living in Hawaii before the show,he and Kelsey had talked a lot about where they wanted to live. WithKelsey’s hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana not where they wanted to plant roots, both discussed a new city they could call home.
During early interviews afterThe Bachelor,Joey and Kelsey revealedthey wanted to live in New York Citytogether and planned to do so. While they didn’t necessarily have a plan yet, they’d both decided that New York was the right place for them. Sharing thatthey hoped to be in the city by the end of 2024, Kelsey and Joey were going to work to find a place that worked for them throughout the rest of the year, but some other plans interfered with theirs.
After Joey’s DWTS Win, The Couple Are Planting Roots In Los Angeles
They’ve Shared A Quick Look At Their New Apartment
During Joey’s championship stint onDancing With The Starsseason 33, the couple revealed that their plans for their future had changed a bit. While Kelsey was still interested in moving to New York, the pairdecided to make their move a bit more permanent and get a place in Los Angeles. Living in California seemed to suit both Joey and Kelsey, who have been getting opportunities as influencers throughout the last year. With the influencer market in Los Angeles huge, Joey and Kelsey decided it was best to stay the course and see what happens in the new city.
Joey & Kelsey’s Relationship Could Suffer Because Of Their Living Situation
Joey’s Still Traveling With DWTS
Although Joey and Kelsey seem happy about their move, it’s possible it could be an issue for their relationship moving forward. While Joey may be happy with Los Angeles, Kelsey still wanted to leave New York as an option for their future. It seems likely that the pair may be in Los Angeles for the foreseeable future, which may not be what Kelsey wants. This could breed resentment. On top of the location,Joey will be traveling with theDWTStourthrough 2025, which could make it even more difficult that hisBachelorfiancé is on her own at home.
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