In a heartwarming display of resilience and love, Kearney’s own Chloe Simoneau and her fiancé Garrett Washington are captivating the nation as contenders in Colossal’s America’s Favorite Couple competition, hosted by none other than Jeff Goldblum. Their journey, marked by last-minute road trips, medical challenges, and tireless commitment to the community, is inspiring supporters across the country.

Garrett, a dedicated teacher, and Chloe, a passionate advocate for the rights of disabled people in the Kansas City area, have made it their mission to serve others. Through the competition, the couple is not only sharing their extraordinary story but also raising crucial funds and awareness for The Los Angeles Food Bank and Oceana, two organizations making a difference in the lives of many.

The competition has become a rallying point for friends, family, and the Kansas City community, whose daily votes and words of encouragement have deeply moved the couple. “Getting to share our story is something that will always be beautiful,” Chloe shared, emphasizing the power of community support and the importance of bringing genuine love to the public eye.

The couple’s love story is as remarkable as their commitment to service. They first connected on Bumble just a month before Chloe was scheduled for brain surgery. After several missed opportunities, fate aligned the night before Chloe’s surgery. “So Chloe drove to the frat house, and we had a great night,” Garrett recalled. What followed was a harrowing 28-hour coma caused by surgical complications, but once Chloe woke up, the rest was history for the inseparable pair.

Among their cherished memories is a spontaneous road trip to Colorado, squeezed into a five-hour packing window. “When so much of your life has been controlled by hospitals, you quickly learn to embrace the last-minute adventures whenever you can,” they shared. The trip, spent with family surrounded by mountains, movie nights, and heartfelt dinners, remains a highlight in their journey together.

If crowned America’s Favorite Couple, Garrett and Chloe hope to use the $20,000 grand prize to finally celebrate their love with a wedding and a down payment on a home. “We want to start our lives desperately and in the way they truly deserve to be celebrated,” they explained, noting that the medical bills from Chloe’s life-saving surgery have made affording a wedding impossible. Yet their gratitude for each other and their community remains unwavering. “We are grateful for what we have and we are happy, but who doesn’t want their dream wedding?”

As Garrett and Chloe continue to win hearts both locally and nationally, their story stands as a testament to love’s resilience and the power of community. In a world that can feel overwhelming, their message is simple: embrace adventure, cherish each other, and never underestimate the strength of a supportive community.

You can vote for Garrett and Chloe HERE.

KPGZ News – Brian Watts contributed to this story.