Who Is Jonathan Rone’s New Girlfriend Michelle Zimmerman? Here’s All You Need to Know
- Jonathan Rone introduced his new girlfriend, Michelle Zimmerman.
- Zimmerman is a mom of two, living a low-key life with her family.
- After years of searching, Rone has finally found the love he was looking for.
Love works in mysterious ways, right? It can sneak up on you, hit you out of nowhere, and sometimes even make you realize that what you’ve been looking for was right under your nose the whole time.
Jonathan Rone’s journey to love might not have gone as planned on The Golden Bachelorette, but guess what? His love story has taken a turn for the better—and this time, he’s got a real-life happy ending.
After striking out on the show, Rone found his forever person off-screen, and the big reveal was enough to melt all our hearts. So, how did this whole love story unfold, and who is the lucky lady that’s stolen his heart?
Well, it’s none other than Michelle Zimmerman. From their cute little Instagram reveal to what we know about Zimmerman, it’s safe to say Rone is no longer looking for love—he’s found it. And, it’s even better than expected.
How Did Jonathan Rone Introduce His Girlfriend?
So how did Jonathan Rone let the world know about his new love? No dramatic proposal or public display of affection—just a sweet and simple Instagram post. During the Men Tell All special, he casually dropped a bombshell about finding someone special since leaving The Golden Bachelorette.
He didn’t reveal Michelle Zimmerman’s face right away, but he definitely didn’t hold back on sharing how much she meant to him. In the post, Rone talked about how he started his journey on the show hoping to find “a love that is a forever love.”
He got vulnerable, admitting that after a past heartbreak, he was looking for a second chance at love. And—Zimmerman showed up and totally changed the game. His caption was pure gold.
Rone said, “I went all in with no walls,” explaining how he was open to the unexpected and found exactly what he was looking for. He ended the post by calling Zimmerman his “Bomb,” saying:
I am so grateful for all of the support and kind words from all you in the Bachelor Nation! I’m happy to say that Michelle is truly “My Bomb.
Just yesterday, Rone shared another picture on Instagram with Zimmerman, captioning it, “WE DO US REALLY WELL.” Let’s just say, it was one of the sweetest, most genuine declarations of love we’ve seen. It’s clear he’s in a great place, and we couldn’t be happier for him.
Who is Michelle Zimmerman?
Let’s talk about Michelle Zimmerman, the woman who’s made Rone’s heart skip a beat. She’s not a reality TV star, so she’s been flying under the radar a bit, but we’ve gathered a few fun facts about her.
First off, Zimmerman is a proud mom of two kids. In August 2024, she shared a cute post on Instagram with her son and daughter, captioning it, “my babies and my baby’s babe!”
While Zimmerman hasn’t been as public as Rone, she clearly values her privacy but isn’t shy about sharing little glimpses of her life and the joy she finds in being a mom.
Jonathan Rone is a Father of Two As Well
Speaking of kids, let’s not forget about Jonathan Rone’s role as a dad. We first got a glimpse of his family life during The Golden Bachelorette premiere. His intro package showed him having a blast with his son and daughter, playing basketball and being all-around adorable.
Seriously, this man is a Dad of the Year contender. His daughter even gave him some sweet kisses on both cheeks. But life as a single dad isn’t always easy. After his divorce, Rone took on the role of full-time dad (with shared custody), and from what he’s shared, his kids are his world.
Rone is the kind of dad who goes all in when it comes to his family. He’s never shied away from putting his kids first, and now that Zimmerman is in the picture, it’s clear she’s all in for the family life too.
Jonathan Rone Truly Loves His Family
Family has always come first for Jonathan Rone. After his divorce, he didn’t just move on from his past—he made sure to focus on what truly matters: his children. He’s been very open about how much his kids mean to him, saying (via US Weekly):
They are the joy of my life. There’s been a lot of sacrifices, but family comes first.
And it’s not just the kids he cares about—he’s got three pets, too: a dog, a cat, and a floppy-eared rabbit.
Jonathan Rone Has Been Looking for Love for Years
On The Golden Bachelorette, Rone revealed that his ex-wife wanted a divorce after nearly two decades of marriage. Yeah, that kind of blindsiding can shake anyone to their core. The 61-year-old was left wondering what went wrong.
But instead of letting it ruin him, he took the time to heal, and now, after nearly nine years of being divorced, he’s ready to put his heart out there again. Rone opened up to Joan Vassos during their one-on-one date in an October 2024 episode, sharing (via US Weekly):
Life was grand, so to speak. I’m a husband and I’m a father. And then one Sunday morning, kids were sleeping, I was sleeping, and my wife woke me up and said, ‘Hey Jonathan can we have a talk?’ She took a deep breath and said, ‘I want a divorce.’ … Out of the blue and said, ‘I’m not happy.’
After years of searching, it looks like Rone has finally found that love. And we couldn’t be happier for him. It’s all about second chances!
