August 12, 2024 • bachelor insider
20 Questions with Marcus: Find Out What He Still Has from ‘The Bachelorette’ and Who Inspires Him Most
Fans are getting to know Marcus on Jenn’s seasons of “The Bachelorette,” and now he’s opening up exclusively to BachelorNation.com, answering 20 rapid-fire questions.
Get to know Marcus a little better below!
1. A taboo topic I love talking about is: Are we alone in the universe or not?
2. I think a celebrity couple that is the definition of #relationshipgoals is: Nick Miller and Jessica Day. Where are my “New Girl” fans at??
3. My guilty pleasure is: Tiramisù. Seriously, if there is a slice anywhere near me, you can expect it to disappear.
4. The best relationship advice I ever received was: Always go for someone who makes you laugh — because if we’re being honest, looks can fade, but dad jokes are forever.
5. My zodiac sign is ___________ and my most [insert zodiac sign] trait would be: My zodiac sign is Taurus, and my most Taurus trait would be what some might call stubbornness. Personally, I prefer to call it determination. Once I set my mind on something, there’s no changing it.
6. My biggest pet peeve is: Texting and driving. Remember, safety is sexy!
7. The first thing I do when I wake up is: A morning stretch followed by a matcha tea and a healthy dose of sunshine. It's important to grab a bit of Zen before the chaos of the day begins.
8. My last meal on earth would be: I’m having a pizza party!!!
9. My hidden talent is: Falling asleep standing up — a skill I mastered during my time in Ranger school.
10. The person that inspires me the most is: My sister. She has been my biggest supporter in every chapter of my life. I would not be the man I am today without her.
11. The movie I’ve rewatched the most is: “Black Hawk Down.” Its portrayal of bravery and brotherhood resonates deeply with me.
12. The last thing I Googled is: Probably something about astrophysics — my current hyper-fixation. Space is just too fascinating to ignore!
13. My favorite part of being on “The Bachelorette” was: The people. I have never been around a group of people that is so positive and so supportive. Every person I met while filming was truly remarkable in their own way.
14. Being on “The Bachelorette” taught me: Being vulnerable makes us human, and being honest about the things we struggle with will not push people away, rather it brings us closer together. Also, it is better to let people surprise you rather than judging a book by its cover.
15. My celebrity crush is: Gal Gadot. If I ever get myself into a pickle, I have absolutely no problem with Wonder Woman swooping in to save the day!
16. My advice for anyone who goes on “The Bachelorette” is: Let go of the idea of being “perfect,” simply being yourself and being kind is much more valuable.
17. If I had to hang out with only three people from Bachelor Nation for the rest of my life, it would be: Jeremy, Johnathon, and Joey. The #mediumkings bromance is unbeatable.
18. If you go on “The Bachelorette,” don’t forget to pack: My essentials: Chapstick because you never know... A journal to help you better navigate the experience, and a portable chess set because we’re men and we are competitive about everything!
19. Something I still have from my time on “The Bachelorette” is:Friends for life. For me, this was an unexpected byproduct in my pursuit of finding love, but it is one that I have nothing but gratitude for.
20. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Probably being the cool dad picking my kids up from school — in a spaceship, of course. 🚀