Who Is Bachelorette Rachel Recchia's Final Suitor? All About Tino Franco

From his charity work to his athletic background, here's everything to know about Rachel Recchia's final suitor on The Bachelorette

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Say hello to Tino Franco!

The self-described "go with the flow kind of guy" checked all of Rachel Recchia's boxes on night one of The Bachelorette since she awarded him the famed first impression rose when season 19 premiered on July 11.

"I have been thinking about you for a while, and I really enjoyed our conversation," Recchia said to Franco while granting him the sought-after boutonniere. "You made the stairs a better place for me on night one. I really look forward to getting to know you more."

From the start, the couple seemingly shared similar hobbies and interests. According to Franco's ABC bio, he has a love for the outdoors and seeks adventure. As a commercial pilot and flight instructor, Recchia has previously vocalized that she's looking for a man who will travel the world with her.

Now, Franco doubles as a first impression rose recipient and the last man standing in competition for Recchia's heart. Only time will tell to learn the fate of the romantic hopefuls as we patiently await the anticipated season finale.

From his charity work to his athletic background, here's everything to know about Franco.

He is a general contractor

All About Tino Franco, The Bachelorette Season 19  First Impression Rose Recipient 
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Per his ABC bio, Franco is a general contractor. He shared a bit of his completed work on his Instagram, showcasing a pool deck he was proud to have built.

He volunteers for a nonprofit organization

All About Tino Franco, The Bachelorette Season 19  First Impression Rose Recipient 
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In addition to his full-time job, Franco loves giving back to his community by volunteering. One of his brothers battled leukemia when he was younger, so Franco enjoys making a positive impact on others who are in need.

He spends a lot of his time at Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times, a fun space for childhood cancer patients and their families to enjoy themselves in a fun and safe atmosphere. In 2019, Franco was recognized for his commitment to the camp and was named a candidate for the Hero's for Healing campaign competition.

After rallying a project team and working hard to receive donations over the course of six weeks, Franco won and raised $330,000 for the organization.

He's super athletic

All About Tino Franco, The Bachelorette Season 19  First Impression Rose Recipient 
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When he's not busy with work, he enjoys staying active. He's shared a few of his favorite activities on his Instagram which include surfing, cycling, and skiing. He's even participated in a triathlon and a marathon!

He loves the outdoors

All About Tino Franco, The Bachelorette Season 19  First Impression Rose Recipient 
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On par with his love for staying active, Franco also enjoys the outdoors. Whether he's camping on a mountain top or traveling to different countries, he's a true adventure seeker at heart.

He has two younger siblings

All About Tino Franco, The Bachelorette Season 19  First Impression Rose Recipient 
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Franco has two younger brothers, Tony and Mateo. According to his ABC bio, he's "extremely family-oriented" and has a "really, really tight-knit family."

He lives in Newport Beach

All About Tino Franco, The Bachelorette Season 19  First Impression Rose Recipient 
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Franco is a California native and grew up in Playa del Rey, but he moved toNewport Beach in January 2019. His mom documented his move on her Instagram at the time.

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