Fans of TLC’s “Baylen Out Loud” have watched Baylen Dupree and Colin Dooley navigate major milestones in their relationship over the past two seasons, from moving in together and planning a future to getting engaged and preparing for marriage. While Baylen’s journey living with Tourette syndrome has remained at the center of the series, viewers have also become increasingly curious about the man standing beside her through it all.
Now that Colin and Baylen have officially tied the knot, many fans want to know more about the newlywed husband featured on the hit TLC series. From his military background and real estate career to his relationship with Baylen, here are five fast facts to know about Colin Dooley.
1. Colin Dooley Married Baylen Dupree on May 9, 2026
Colin Dooley, 26, married Baylen Dupree, 23, the star of TLC’s “Baylen Out Loud,” on May 9, 2026. The couple tied the knot in front of 140 guests in Warrenton, Virginia. The reality stars chose hot pinks and baby blues for their wedding colors. The new Mr. and Mrs. Dooley also made sure that their three dogs, Fluffy, Tootsie, and Pumpkin, were in attendance for their special day.
2. Colin Dooley Met Baylen Dupree on a Dating App in 2022
Before the reality TV couple tied the knot, they first met on a dating app in November 2022. Baylen, who was 20 at the time, had been diagnosed with Tourette syndrome two years earlier. Since the first season of “Baylen Out Loud” premiered on TLC in January 2025, fans have watched Colin remain a constant pillar of support for Baylen as she navigates life and the daily challenges that come with living with Tourette syndrome.
3. Colin Dooley Proposed to Baylen Dupree During Season 1 of ‘Baylen Out Loud’
After a little over two years of dating, Colin popped the question during the Season 1 finale of “Baylen Out Loud.” The couple got engaged on February 11, 2025, in front of both of their families at the Ashore Resort & Beach Club in Ocean City, Maryland. Colin’s parents, Chuck and Marlene Dooley, were present at their engagement, as were Baylen’s parents, Allen and Julie Dupree, and her five siblings: Burke, Sammi, Sven, Vick, and Bechnir.
4. Colin Dooley Served in the United States Air Force
Colin Dooley is from Vinton, Virginia. In 2019, he graduated from William Byrd High School. The following year, Colin joined the U.S. Air Force in December 2020. He served as a Senior Airman in the Honor Guard until his honorable discharge in November 2025.
5. Colin Dooley Works as a Real Estate Agent
Since leaving the Air Force, Colin has been working as a real estate agent. Colin’s career was a big storyline and point of contention with Baylen’s father, Allen Dupree, during Season 2 of “Baylen Out Loud.” Allen was very concerned about Colin’s desire to leave the Air Force and enter a career field that is very unpredictable, especially given Baylen’s medical needs surrounding her Tourette syndrome diagnosis.
However, as viewers witnessed, Colin stood firm in his desire for a career change, having faith in himself to make it work regardless of the challenges. Fans will see the storyline continue during Season 3 of “Baylen Out Loud” as Colin adjusts to civilian life while he and Baylen navigate wedding planning and building a new life together.
Season 3 of “Baylen Out Loud” premieres May 19, 2026, on TLC.
