Colton Underwood, the former 'Bachelor' star and NFL player, did indeed write a book! It's called 'The First Time,' and it came out in 2020. I picked it up because I was curious about his journey—especially after his public coming out as gay. The book dives into his personal struggles, faith, and the pressures of reality TV fame. It's a raw read, not just fluff about rose ceremonies. He talks about mental health, identity, and how he navigated life in the spotlight while feeling trapped in expectations.
What surprised me was how vulnerable he was. It’s not your typical celebrity memoir where everything’s polished. There’s a chapter where he describes panic attacks during his 'Bachelor' days, and it hit me how much reality TV glosses over real human emotions. If you’re into memoirs that feel like deep conversations, this one’s worth flipping through—even if you’re not a 'Bachelor' fan.
Colton Underwood's book 'The First Time' is absolutely a memoir, and it's one that really sticks with you. He dives deep into his personal journey, from his time as 'The Bachelor' to coming out as gay, and it's raw, honest, and sometimes painfully relatable. The way he writes about his struggles with identity and mental health feels like he's sitting across from you, just talking. It's not some polished celebrity fluff—it's real life, messy and beautiful.
What I love about memoirs like this is how they humanize public figures. You see the person behind the TV persona, and it’s impossible not to root for him. His story isn’t just about fame; it’s about self-acceptance, which makes it universally touching. If you’re into memoirs that leave you feeling something, this one’s a must-read.