Trista and Ryan Head to St. Louis | The Bachelorette

After a day of sightseeing in Trista’s hometown of St. Louis, MO, Ryan wins over Trista’s family when he thoughtfully reveals his feelings for Trista and how she is the inspiration behind his romantic gestures. The night turns serious when Ryan pulls Trista’s father aside to ask for his blessing to marry Trista! While Ryan is wildly different than Charlie, could his quiet confidence and sweet nature be the perfect complement to Trista’s more gregarious personality?
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[@sshah3728]

I love how real this feels! It's just not the same anymore

[@eilynnanastasia8550]

Agreed

[@liveandletlive7152]

I was just thinking the exact same. Sadly it will never be the same again

[@lucylove1155]

The way he stumbles through his words is kinda adorable.

[@madeleinedoyle1790]

Dear World, please send me a 'Ryan' my way! He's so genuine and understated. That's rare these days.

[@tanyaclemons7515]

Totally agree.

[@kimberlybellefontaine1215]

I was married for 21 yrs .... and yet I still never found my “Ryan.” I probably never will now at this point. I love this guy so much, love the both of them together. I remember how much I loved their season .... and I love even more that they’re still together, going strong, and in love today ..💗

[@user-sagepalosanto]

He is such a sweet, gentle and respectful guy.

[@tanyaclemons7515]

I remember watching this episode, and thinking.. OMG this guys loves her so much, and she is gonna break his heart. I was sooooo glad when she chose him. She made the right choice.

[@awwwkitteh]

Wow Ryan is such a respectful person!! You don't hear the same sort of conversations today during the hometowns.

[@1sTEfFaniE1]

That's because they keep casting social media influencer wannabees.

[@mzboomboom320]

didn't he cheat on her?

[@burntthetoast]

@@mzboomboom320 checked- nothing is saying that. And this is two years ago, just noticed that haha, but yeah two years later and I still don’t see anything cheating.

[@tloty1168]

Ryan is so sweet! No wonder they have lasted so many years! Perfect for each other! No drama like what goes on these days!

[@evelynsandoval5384]

Ryan is such a romantic and soft spoken man!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💕💕💕

[@rae39431]

Why is he making me cry!?!! Who wouldn’t melt in his arms? He’s so soft spoken and genuine. No icing On the cake whatsoever. He’s one in a million!

[@susanskidmore8209]

I remember when watching this originally, we thought she would definitely pick Charley who made money, not the poet fireman. We were thrilled when she picked Ryan.

[@ShelleyFayles]

I remember too! I loved Charlie! Everyone did! And I felt so badd when she broke it off with him but I had a feeling that Ryan was the one who really had her heart the most! Looks like it is all turned out. So cool!

[@jlbaker2000]

Those 'fireman' poems made me cry.

[@LuminesBreezer--]

And years later, they're still something. I couldn't have been happier for these two. The success is real. SO real.

[@aliciatorres2794]

Ryan is so cute!!! I love how calm and sweet he is.

[@amalhussein8426]

I love this guy he is so genuine and real

[@wallysmomma7870]

To look at these two just makes total perfect sense. She’s outgoing he’s the quiet / shy type these two are exactly like my husband and I he calms me and I lift him up . They were made to be together and these days you don’t see a man asking for his daughters hand in marriage he’s totally respectful and the love ❤️ and life they have built is beautiful two gorgeous kids and still very giddy Krista is why she talks or interacts with Ryan , as he just looks at her with so much LOVE 💕 These two are amazing and beautiful inside and Out . Bless them and their beautiful family always and Keep Ryan safe as he continues fighting Fires 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@yelissacordero3021]

They are the sweetest couple.

[@fallen4jesus]

Awwww, they're so cute!!!! this brought tears to my eyes; he's just the sweetest guy!

[@BSBSPSensGirl88]

I love how this reflects real life. No extra decorations and they were actually eating!

[@chrisnosal8524]

Amazed a bachelor video, nearly 9 minutes long, without hearing un necessary use of "like" once - their language use, expression, articulation, thoughtfulness (attentiveness) in responding to questions all reveal how far society has fallen in just a couple decades... they're all calm, not on edge all the time, even under stress, like modern society

[@Nels9870]

Her mom said it best... Ryan really has such a sweet soul. And I believe that's what Trista was most attracted to, and I believe it when her dad said that she hasn't dated anyone like that before. This was the BEST decision for her. I love how real this was back when it first started... now it's all about IG fame, and promoting products, etc, etc, ugh... 🙄

[@liveandletlive7152]

Agreed 100% about it not being the same anymore

[@angelaraber]

It’s also that in the last few seasons producers have been manipulating scenarios in order to create more drama. There was always some drama but it was more organic. The producers have really ruined the show. It’s become so contrived and it’s like everyone is putting on an act for the cameras.

[@nathalieh9618]

Ryan so respectful and I am so happy she picked him and they are the ultimate couple

[@Dovelunalove]

Wow it was so real back then !

[@lisadiconti]

The whole world was more real back then.

[@MalloryNewcomb]

Loved watching Ryan with Trista’s dad. You can just feel the love watching these moments :)

[@1313sp]

I watched this entire season when it originally aired, and felt like I was also falling for Ryan the whole time.

[@mostafafarweez3161]

I am looking for this season, and it's really great to see the season that started a franchise :)

[@dianndesilva3778]

Trista & Ryan !!! You two are MY all time very FAVOURITE bachelorette couples, I Kept your weeding on VHS & every now & again I look @ it😍, guess you can tell I am a lady of a certain age 🤣 May God keep on blessing Your Whole Family ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@angiewilliams5188]

Tears are flowing....in the best way❤

[@sarahcha7029]

He is sooooo sweet!

[@litrisiavosloo6111]

He was my choice right from the start!! I remember crying when I watched this episode. I am now watching this again on 21st March 2023,, and I am crying again. 😢❤

[@LifeOfAyesha]

Good God he's gorgeous

[@josephineamara855]

It's good they're still together. God bless their family.

[@gailwood4214]

Easy to see how she fell for Ryan. Gorgeous and sweet…❤️❤️

[@vanessag.1405]

What?! I never watched this season. It's beautiful. ❤❤❤❤

[@riselle1]

I'm crying watching this... Hes so sweet 😪😪😪

[@mtbmsm]

When I first saw the Bachelorette, I was very happy Trista was the very first one. Also, I did see the final episode of her season, and Ryan was the very first man to ask Trista's father for his blessing as I believe Charlie did not do that. I wanted Ryan to be her husband and am very happy he is the one for her. Wow, they have been married since 2003 (17+ years) and have beautiful kids! How time flies!

[@jessicalyngkhoi5551]

I can see he’s anti social and awkward but he’s so genuine and so sweet

[@heidil851]

Anti-social means to be rude and inconsiderate of others. Maybe you mean introverted!

[@liveandletlive7152]

@@heidil851 I think she meant introverted.

[@michelleyustira7640]

This is so wholesome

[@willineadam9220]

Dear God send Me a ryan

[@eilynnanastasia8550]

Wow I didnt remember than Ryan so good to her family 👍 other guys in next bachelorete should learn from this.. be real ,polite, and really have the right reason (to find love and married) not fame guys 🙄

[@norsiehugh3926]

Honest and very sweet!!!

[@joralemonvirgincreche]

This was back when they were allowed to eat the food served at meals. Now the plates of food are just props.

[@gigi8503ify]

This is how love is supposed to be

[@KimTran-lg1pi]

My only favorite couple and season!

[@MaRia4Real]

I remember watching this years ago, now watching it again, would love to see the finale please; unable to see this in nz

[@enaizeolifant2506]

Ryan u rock man

[@quinnysworld1086]

Wow!!! Need to go watch this season

[@melisarose7052]

This was when this show was real, I miss this ..

[@RonaldDinopol-lk6ms]

I like you sir,ryan

[@wasongabeatrice]

And people say Brandon in Michelle's season is too much with puppy love.... Seeing him with Trista made me see Brandon and Michelle ❤️❤️

[@az7726]

Tritas voice! That baby vpice was painful

[@curetiamhices289]

I have seen where Ryan has an undetermined illness with various symptoms. Has he been tested for Lyme disease? I had it and it presents different symptoms in different people. I had swollen liver and severe headaches. They thought I had hepatitis and meningitis. I was lucky and had a great infectious disease doctor and he also had me tested for Lyme disease. I hope he has been checked and if not, get tested. Good luck!

[@lilianab4756]

Love Trista but that baby voice was so annoying during her season. They are sweet ❤

[@oolac4275]

I was going to make the same comment. Haha. 👍🏻

[@jessicalynn8607]

Same 👏🏼

[@AB-mx1de]

She can't help much the voice she was born with! Some people have higher voices, some lower.

[@RonaldDinopol-lk6ms]

why You broke up, you've been together for a long time, I wish you were 20 bro

[@lfc1265]

Ryan reminds me of Dexter. Like the hotter version lol

[@peternole5083]

Sea World? Horrible place with captive dolphins forced to live in tiny tanks.