Erich Schwer just introduced Gabby Windey to his family on The Bachelorette's nineteenth season, and all signs point to he'll be receiving another rose.
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"Erich is a handsome guy whose quiet confidence is hard to ignore," according to ABC.
Erich met Gabby's quirky grandfather on their first one-on-one date of the season, and he really shined during his hometown date in New Jersey, when Gabby got to see some of his deepest layers.
"I felt so close to [Erich's family]," Gabby revealed. "Today with Erich was one of the best days I've had so far. Seeing him with his family really made my feelings so much deeper for him."
Erich had told Gabby that he's "maybe falling in love" with her, and Gabby opened up about how she reciprocated those feelings.
"I think I've always wanted to be with someone like you but just never knew if it was possible. But after today, I do finally feel comfortable in saying that I am falling in love with you," Gabby told the suitor.
Gabby gushed about how she'd never forget Erich's hometown and that date may have changed the rest of her life.
Until we can watch Erich and Gabby's relationship continue to blossom on the show, let's learn some information about The Bachelorette bachelor right now.
Below is a list of five facts Reality TV World has compiled about Erich Schwer.
Erich works as an acquisitions analyst at Rexford Industrial Realty
Erich began working his current job as an acquisitions analyst in November 2021.Before landing a job at Rexford Industrial, he also worked for a commercial real estate company called Sky Management Services for nearly three years in their renewable energy acquisitions department.
RELATED LINK: 'THE BACHELORETTE' COUPLES NOWErich also previously held a job as a business development manager for Locus Energy from 2017-2018.
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The Bachelorette bachelor spent one of his college years in Massachusetts
Erich studied Economics his Freshman year at the University of Massachusetts Amherst before transferring to Elon University in 2012.Erich went on to receive his Bachelor's Degree, a Bachelor of Science in Marketing with a concentration in professional sales, in 2015.
While in school, Erich was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity as well as the Advertisement Club.
Erich's beloved dad passed away after a three-year battle with cancer
Erich's dad, Allan Schwer, died at age 65 on July 6, 2022 after a tough battle with an advanced and terminal cancer.Allan's cancer battle began with appendiceal cancer, a type of cancer that grows from cells that make up the appendix. Allan was once in remission, but his cancer returned aggressively and then he endured three intensive rounds of chemotherapy, the last of which "almost killed" him, according to Erich's father on The Bachelorette's latest episode.
Allan had spent 40 days in the ICU following multiple operations before Erich's hometown date with Gabby in New Jersey filmed.
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Erich posted a photo featuring a throwback picture of Allan holding his son as a baby as well as Allan's memorial card and gold wedding band.
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Erich captioned his post with a simple red-heart emoji.
Gabby's co-The Bachelorette lead Rachel Recchia commented on Erich's post, "Thank you for sharing this moment with us all, sending your family love."
Erich also received messages of love and support from The Bachelorette host Jesse Palmer, fellow Season 19 bachelors James "Meatball" Clarke and Logan Palmer, and many other members of Bachelor Nation.
Erich says he finds joy in making someone feel special and doing the unexpected
Erich claims he's looking for the real deal when it comes to relationships.The next time Erich commits to a woman, it's for the long haul -- and he doesn't want to be in a relationship just to be in a relationship.
Erich's perfect partner is easygoing, selfless and communicative, and he's typically attracted to taller women.
Erich is passionate about an organization called CHAMPS
CHAMPS stands for Coaching Health and Mentoring Positive Students.Erich became a part of the program in 2014, and it's something he believes in.
CHAMPS addresses behaviors contributing to obesity in children in Alamance County, NC, by building self-confidence in young boys through instruction in sport skills, education on healthy eating habits, and promoting positive attitudes through mentoring relationships with male students at Elon University.
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