Arie Luyendyk Jr.

Arie Luyendyk Jr. is a Dutch-American reality television personality, real estate agent, and former race car driver best known for starring as the lead of Season 22 of ABC’s The Bachelor in 2018. Born in The Hague, Netherlands, he is the son of two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Arie Luyendyk. The family moved to Scottsdale, Arizona, where Arie Jr. grew up and followed in his father’s footsteps by pursuing a career in motorsports.

Before becoming the Bachelor, Luyendyk Jr. competed in various racing series including the Indy Lights series and other open-wheel competitions. He first appeared on national television as a contestant on Season 8 of The Bachelorette in 2012, where he was the runner-up to winner Jef Holm for Emily Maynard’s heart. His charming personality and genuine demeanor made him a fan favorite, and he was a popular choice when he was announced as the Bachelor six years later.

His season of The Bachelor became one of the most controversial in the show’s history when he proposed to Becca Kufrin in the finale but then changed his mind and broke up with her on camera to pursue runner-up Lauren Burnham instead. The dramatic switch was captured in an unprecedented unedited breakup scene that aired on the finale. Despite the controversy, Arie and Lauren’s relationship thrived, and they married in January 2019 in a ceremony in Maui, Hawaii.

Since his reality TV appearances, Luyendyk Jr. has built a successful career in real estate in Scottsdale, Arizona. He and Lauren have three children together, including twins born in 2021. The couple has also built a popular presence on social media, sharing their family life with millions of followers. Arie’s net worth of approximately $4 million in 2026 comes from his real estate business, reality television earnings, social media partnerships, and his earlier racing career.