Emily Maynard (Now Emily Maynard Johnson) has endeared herself to millions of Americans as they have had the opportunity to observe her unbelievable story of discovering fame and enduring unimaginable heartbreak as she searches for love and happiness. It is likely that even those who don’t watch The Bachelor or The Bachelorette has probably heard of Emily through the many conduits of mainstream media. The now married Emily Maynard Johnson released her book “I Said Yes” in 2016, revealing the sides of the story that has never been told before in public.
If you have not read the book, there is so much you don’t know about this gorgeous reality television star that stole the hearts of America, so sit back a check out five facts you should know about Emily Maynard Johnson.
1. She Was Engaged to Rick Hendrick When He Died
A lot of people are unaware of the fact that famed NASCAR driver, Ricky Hendrick, was engaged when he died along with nine members of his crew aboard the Hendrick Motorsports plan in 2004. Rick Hendrick is the son of racing sports legend Rick Hendrick and began racing for his father at a very early age. What makes this even more heartbreaking is that Emily found out she was pregnant shortly after the crash. She gave birth to a beautiful little girl, Ricki, who is now 11-years-old.
2. She Was Diligent in Her Search for Love
While some women sit around and wait for love to find them, Emily was cut from a different cloth. Whether it was just naturally in her nature, or if the tragedy of losing her first fiance drove her, one thing became certain, she was not going to sit around and wait for life to happen to her, she was going to force it to respond to her demands. Appearing on season 15 of the Bachelor and season eight of the Bachelorette made Emily a household name in the U.S.
3. Television Didn’t Produce What it Promised
It is obvious that Emily discovered fame while engaging her opportunity on reality television; however, television did not deliver the goods as far as love is concerned. In fact, Emily admitted that after appearing on those shows she found herself feeling empty and unfulfilled – even embarrassed. While she accepted the proposal she received on The Bachelor, she ultimately ended the engagement, and she also ended the engagement she entered while on the Bachelorette.
4. It Was After the Fame That She Found Love
In 2014, Emily married the love of her life, Tyler Johnson. The couple now has a son named Jennings, and they also raise her daughter Ricki. They currently live in Queen City, attend the local church as they attempt to lead a normal life behind the force of celebrity. The couple is also expecting a new bouncing baby any day now.
5. Her Celebrity Comes in Handy in Her Passions
Emily has definitely not taken the stay-at-home mom approach to life. She sees herself as a fashionista and entrepreneur, and her celebrity undoubtedly has facilitated her passion in these areas. A little over four years ago, Emily decided to go after her dream and create a designer Jewelry brand, Emily Maynard for Towne & Reese. You can find her jewelry online. She also shares her opinions pertaining to fashion on her official website at www.EmilyMaynard.com.
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