The Bachelor (American TV series) season 5

The Bachelor (American TV series) Season 5 features Jesse Palmer, a former NFL quarterback, as the bachelor. The season premiered on ABC on March 24, 2004. Palmer was chosen from a pool of potential candidates to date a group of 25 single women over several weeks, with the goal of finding a potential wife.

The format of the season remained consistent with previous seasons, featuring a series of dates, both group and individual, rose ceremonies where contestants were eliminated, and travel to various locations. The season showcased Palmer's interactions with the women, their interpersonal relationships, and the drama that unfolded within the group.

Notable contestants from this season included Jessica Bowlin, Katie Starr, and Meredith Phillips. The season culminated in Palmer choosing Jessica Bowlin in the final rose ceremony. However, their relationship ended shortly after the show concluded. This season is remembered for Palmer's relatively low level of genuine connection with the contestants, which contributed to the short-lived nature of his chosen relationship. The season explored themes of love, competition, and the pressures of reality television.