Tyler Norris: 5 Things To Know About The ‘BIP’ Contestant Falling For Brittany Galvin

Things are going great for Tyler Norris on 'Bachelor in Paradise,' but he'll have a big decision to make on the Nov. 21 episode.

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Tyler Norris has fallen hard for Brittany Galvin on season 8 of Bachelor in Paradise. Tyler arrived when the guys and girls were separated during split week. He went on a date with Shanae Ankney, but ultimately connected deeper with Brittany. He accepted her rose at the following rose ceremony when they got back to the beach.

After a one-on-one date, Tyler and Brittany’s connection was taken to an even deeper level. Now, they’ll have to decide whether or not they’re ready to take the next step and get engaged during part one of the finale on Nov. 21. Learn more about Tyler below.

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Tyler and Brittany at a cocktail party. (ABC)

1. What Happened To Tyler On ‘The Bachelorette’?

Tyler was on season 19 of The Bachelorette with Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia. He hit it off with Rachel and agreed to pursue her when he accepted her rose at the third rose ceremony. Tyler was one of four guys to make it to hometown dates with Rachel. He took her home to New Jersey.

However, before Tyler could introduce Rachel to his family, she ended their relationship. On the daytime portion of their date, Tyler told Rachel that he was in love with her. She knew she was further along in her other remaining relationships, though, so she broke up with him. They had an amicable split and were fine when they reunited on Men Tell All.

2. What Is Tyler’s Job?

Tyler is a small business owner in Wildwood, New Jersey, according to his LinkedIn. He runs a shop on the Wildwood Beach boardwalk called Spirit Ball. He has been self-employed and running the business since May 2021. Before that, he was part of the Management Trainee Program at Enterprise Rent-a-Car. During his college years, Tyler spent the summers working games on the boardwalk in Wildwood, as well.

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Tyler and Brittany at a rose ceremony. (ABC)

3. Where Did Tyler Go To School?

Tyler attended Cabrini University in Pennsylvania. He graduated in 2019 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Management and a minor in Exercise Science.

4. Tyler Loves The Beach

As if his job didn’t make it clear enough, Tyler is definitely a beach bum. His Instagram feed is full of photos of himself with friends lounging on the beach, as well as surfing pics.

5. Tyler Is A Baseball Player

Tyler played baseball for his college. His position was outfield and pitcher. He played with the team for three seasons. “It was more than a love for the sport, it was an infatuation,” Tyler wrote on Instagram after his final game. “I poured so much into this game but it isn’t over. It’s just a pit stop. I don’t know where the road ends but this ride is one that will live with me forever.”