Trista Sutter

Trista Nicole Sutter (Rehn, born October 28, 1972) is an American television personality known for her appearances on reality TV shows. She gained recognition as the runner-up on the first season of The Bachelor and went on to star in the first season of its companion show, The Bachelorette. Additionally, Sutter has appeared on Dancing with the Stars and Fear Factor. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Sutter attended Indiana University, earning a bachelor's degree in exercise science. She later pursued a master's degree in physical therapy from the University of Miami, while working in pediatric physical therapy at Miami Children's Hospital. She also spent two NBA seasons as a dancer for the Miami Heat.