America Gopie - Bachelor South Africa - Season 1 - *Sleuthing Spoilers*

by AllAboutLove Sun 17 Feb 2019 - 16:32

America Gopie | 25 | Attorney | Pietermaritzburg, Kwa-Zulu Natal

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America Gopie - Bachelor South Africa - Season 1 - *Sleuthing Spoilers* AmericaGopie

America Gopie - Bachelor South Africa - Season 1 - *Sleuthing Spoilers* AmericaGopie

With a name like America, this soft-hearted small-town girl has what it takes to dazzle the world. She describes herself as an old soul and her favourite pastimes are reading, journaling, and spending quality time with her furry friends. The biggest challenge she has had to overcome is reconstructive jaw surgery. Her dad is her best friend and most loyal supporter, and any man who comes into her life must realise he will have to live up to the example he sets.

Fun facts: She hates the taste of fish but eats sushi. Her role model is Oprah Winfrey. She’s hypermobile.

https://m-net.dstv.com/show/the-bachelor-sa_828/meet%20the%20ladies/america/profile

America - The Bachelor SA

Can you tell me a bit more about yourself? I am 25 years old, I hail from a small town called Dundee. I currently work as an in house attorney for the Mtimandze Group. I have the most gentle heartbeat for animals, I am obsessed with heels and I love reading. My spare time is usually well spent at the gym while working up a sweat. Mind you, I don't sweat, I sparkle. I am an avid believer of Ohana. Family is everything to me.

Why did you decide to enter the show?
I believe that true love exists anywhere and everywhere in the world. When you open your heart, the world is your oyster and what I know for sure, is that love seemingly presents itself when you aren't looking, so the show popped up at that point in time of my life.

Do you think that you can find love on a dating show and why?
I think for most of us, we are taught to deflect on the ideology that love can be found in the most bizarre places i.e. a dating show, however I believe that love can be found amidst strangers, whether that be on a dating show or a foreign country. Love fills us with passion and purpose and that enables us to offer our best to the world so yes, I definitely do think love can be found on a dating show. Why settle for the passenger’s seat when we long to drive?

How have you prepared for the show? Did you do anything special before going into the mansion?
I got my top jaw braces removed, however my orthodontist refused to remove the bottom set of braces. I also started training at the gym, twice a day. I definitely brushed up on my smile and positivity.

What was the reaction from your family when you told them you were entering The Bachelor?
I have the most supportive family one could ask for. I really did get all the love and support I needed to fuel my intention of entering The Bachelor SA.

What is your ideal one on one date?
Definitely anything that involves puppies or dogs or cats, honestly puppies are my weakness, so the way to my heart is definitely bring a furry friend along.

Were you a fan of the show before entering and do you have a favourite Bachelor?
I’ve never really watched The Bachelor before. I have seen a few Bachelorette seasons, though.

What was your first impression when you heard who the Bachelor is?
I definitely felt the entire zoo rush over me, I was super surprised and might I just add, pleasantly surprised.

Tune in to The Bachelor SA tonight at 19:00 on M-Net (DStv 101). The first episode is a 90-minute special and will also be screened on YouTube.