The Bachelors 2023: Meet Ben Waddell, Luke Bateman and Wesley Senna Cortes ahead of series premiere

By William On Dec 3, 2023

The Bachelors' Luke Bateman, Wesley Senna Cortes and Ben Waddel make their reality TV debuts Sunday night.

And ahead of their appearance on the Channel 10 dating show, the trio spoke about some of their deepest secrets, from first crushes to their sweetest indulgences.

Wesley Senna Cortes talked about his romantic past The Daily Telegraph“A first person in real life was my high school sweetheart.”

The theology student from Sydney continued: 'I was in love with her for two years, and it took me two years to reveal myself to her. And I finally did that at our graduation party.”

Wesley, who claims to be perfection in everything (albeit with a touch of humor), listed his three best qualities as his love for people, generosity and a positive outlook on life.

The Bachelors' Luke Bateman, Ben Waddel and Wesley Senna Cortes (photo LR) make their reality TV debut on Sunday night

When it comes to laughing, Wesley confessed that he likes to scare people and play pranks.

Which makes him cry, Wesley got emotional talking about his mother.

When it comes to finding a partner, he looks for someone who is clumsy, funny and with big dreams.

Ahead of their appearance on the Channel 10 dating show, the trio spoke about some of their deepest secrets, from first crushes to their sweetest indulgences. (Photo: Wesley, 33)

Luke, 28, says he's the romantic of the trio, reminisces about his first crush, Courtney, in primary school

Luke Bateman says he's the romantic of the trio and reminisced about his first crush, called Courtney, in primary school.

“I was in love with her,” the Toowoomba lumberjack and former NRL player recalled. “We had an on-and-off thing all through elementary school and early high school. I bought her earrings on eBay. I've always been a romantic.'

Luke's laugh is inspired by his deadpan father, and he said he's looking for a partner who loves him and wants the same things.

Meanwhile, Ben Waddel, known for his generosity, loyalty and ambition, recalled his first crush on Kelly from first grade.

The model, 36, shared a bit of mischief and said he gave her a kiss on the cheek during break, which got him in trouble with the teacher.

Ben claimed not to have a smooth icebreaker line, preferring a simple introduction.

When it comes to looking for a partner, Ben values authenticity, love and motivation.

The Bachelors Australia premieres on Channel Ten on Sunday at 7.30pm