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Charlotte native Sam Hartman named next Bachelor for season 30

Charlotte native and NFL quarterback Sam Hartman has been cast as the lead on "The Bachelor" for season 30.

Why it matters: Hartman, who grew up in the Lake Norman area, will be the next face of one of America's most well-known reality dating shows.

Catch up quick: The 27-year-old attended SouthLake Christian Academy and Davidson Day School.

He played college football at Wake Forest and Notre Dame before joining the Washington Commanders, where he's currently on the practice squad.

What's next: Season 30 of "The Bachelor" premieres March 21, 2027, on ABC.

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