Let's be real—most Bachelor couples have the shelf life of an open avocado. You watch the big proposal in some tropical location, follow the Instagram tags for three months, and then, inevitably, comes the "we've decided to go our separate ways" iPhone notes app statement. But Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar? They actually did it. They’re the rare ones who survived the reality TV meat grinder and came out the other side looking like a totally normal, functioning couple.
Honestly, it's kinda refreshing.
No one expected the "No Sex" Bachelor to be the one to find a wife, but here we are in 2026, and they aren't just together—they’re building a life that feels remarkably grounded. If you’ve been wondering if they made it or what their life looks like now that the cameras are long gone, the answer is a lot more interesting than just "they moved to Austin."
The Wedding That Actually Happened
People kept waiting for the massive, televised ABC special. You know the one—with a $500,000 flower budget and Chris Harrison's ghost lurking in the rafters. It never came. Instead, Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar pulled a total 180 on the franchise.
They got married on May 23, 2025.
It wasn't a massive production. They headed to Chapel Dulcinea, this gorgeous little outdoor spot about 20 minutes outside of downtown Austin. If you’ve never seen it, it’s basically on a cliffside at the Wizard Academy. Very "Texas hill country" vibes.
They kept it tiny. Just seven family members.
Kaity later admitted on a podcast that once they started getting quotes for a "standard" wedding—think $80,000 range—she basically said, "Sign the damn paper." She wore a strapless Pronovias gown, and they walked out as husband and wife without the weight of a production crew. Later that year, in November 2025, they finally threw the big party at a place called Tiger Lilly in Austin. 100 people, Raising Cane’s chicken fingers (legendary move, honestly), and a lot of Casamigos.
Life in Austin and the "Normal" Routine
Since the show ended, they haven't tried to become professional influencers in Los Angeles. That’s probably why they’re still together. They live in Austin with their dog, Honey. Zach is back to the corporate world, and Kaity is still doing her thing as a nurse.
Actually, Kaity has been super open lately about some personal health stuff. Just this month, in January 2026, she shared that she’s undergoing breast explant surgery. She’s been really transparent about the $11,500 cost and the recovery time, which is the kind of raw honesty you don't usually get from "Bachelor Nation" stars. It’s not all filtered sunsets and sponsored vitamins.
The Home and the Future
Right now, they are knee-deep in a massive project: building their forever home.
They’ve been living in Austin for a while, but this new house is the "big one." According to an interview from late 2025, the house should be finished by June or July of this year (2026). And once the keys are in hand?
The "baby watch" begins.
Kaity has joked that they’re basically 99% sure they’ll have twins. They’ve pinpointed the fall of 2026 as the time they want to start "cooking one up," as she put it. They’ve been very vocal about wanting to be "selfish" with their time as a married couple first, traveling to places like Italy before the diaper changes start.
Why They Succeeded Where Others Failed
It’s easy to be cynical about these shows. Most people are. But with Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar, several things went right that usually go wrong:
- The Austin Connection: They didn't have to navigate a long-distance nightmare. They both lived in Austin before the show even started.
- Communication: Zach took a lot of heat for how he handled the "Fantasy Suite" drama with Gabi Elnicki, but Kaity has always maintained that their communication is what saved them. They talked through the messy parts in private.
- Low-Key Careers: They didn't quit their day jobs to sell hair gummies full-time. Keeping one foot in the real world seems to keep the "fame" from rotting the relationship.
What's Next for the Shallcross Family?
If you're looking for the next steps in their journey, keep an eye on their move-in date this summer. That’s going to be the catalyst for the next chapter.
- Summer 2026: Moving into the custom-built home in Austin.
- Late 2026: Officially beginning their journey toward parenthood.
- Honeymoon: Their long-awaited Italian getaway is finally on the books.
It’s rare to see a reality couple actually do the work, but Zach and Kaity seem to be the exception to the rule. They survived the "villain" edits, the public scrutiny, and the "After the Final Rose" pressure cooker to build something that looks suspiciously like a happy, quiet marriage.
Keep track of Kaity's health updates on her social channels if you're following her surgery recovery. Otherwise, expect to see some "nursery reveal" content appearing on your feed toward the end of the year.
Actionable Insights for Fans: If you are following the couple's journey, the most reliable updates currently come from Kaity's Instagram Q&As, where she frequently addresses "Bachelor Nation" rumors directly. For those interested in the Austin lifestyle they promote, look into local spots like Tiger Lilly or Chapel Dulcinea, which have become landmarks for the couple’s most significant milestones.
