Following her heartbreaking departure after her hometown date on Zach Shallcross’ season of The Bachelor, Charity Lawson’s journey to find love will continue when she steps in as the leading woman for the 20th season of THE BACHELORETTE. The captivating 27-year-old will begin handing out roses when the series returns this summer. As the Bachelorette, Lawson is searching for a life partner who loves dogs, thrifting, and a good tailgate; but, above all else, is honest, empathetic and values her for who she is. With parents who have been married over 47 years, Lawson has been instilled with the confidence of knowing what she deserves and is eager to find a lasting love matching their example.