Meet Jace Cates, the Lead of Chris Harrison’s ‘The Vow’ Dating Show
Five years after leaving The Bachelor franchise, Chris Harrison is back with a new reality dating show. This time, he’s hosting Fox Nation’s The Vow, a show that follows one bachelor’s relationship journey with 10 women, all of whom are “seeking lasting commitment and marriage.”
The show will feature Harrison guiding lead Jace Cates and his contestants, who have “shared values, faith, communication, and long-term goals,” through dates and “real-world compatibility challenges.” The new series premieres on the streaming service with its first two episodes on November 11, with episodes dropping weekly after that until the December 9 finale.
But who is the man taking on this new dating experiment? Scroll down to learn more about Jace.
What does Jace Cates do for a living?
Jace is a loan officer for Guild Mortgage. He has been working there since January 2022. Per his LinkedIn, he specializes in residential home loans.
“My passion is helping people reach their goals and overall financial wellness,” Jace wrote. “This passion led me to the Mortgage Industry.”
In a 2019 Instagram post, Jace wrote, “I feel so blessed to be apart of a company that is dedicated to helping people build wealth and get into homes! If you have interest in home ownership I know we at Advantage Mortgage can help!”
He previously worked as a mortgage loan officer at Advantage Mortgage Inc. from April 2017 to January 2022.
Where did Jace Cates go to college?
Jace went to Concordia University – Portland. He majored in finance and was on the basketball team, graduating in 2019.
Prior to that, he attended Canby High School where he played football and basketball.
How old is Jace Cates?
Jace is 30 years old. His birthday is on January 1, 1996, so he will turn 31 in January 2027.
Where does Jace Cates live?
Per his Instagram bio, Jace lives in Oregon, which is also where he grew up.
Who is in Jace Cates’ family?
Per Jace’s Instagram posts, he has a close relationship with his family, including his mom, dad, and two siblings, brother Coby and sister Cianne.
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Coby married his wife, Morgan, in June 2025, while Cianne married Gus Warren in 2021.
The Vow, Season 1 Premiere, November 11, Fox Nation
