The Bachelorproducers has been struggling to prove that they’re not the villains of the franchise, butI’ve changed my mind after some contemplation and believe they’re the ones manipulating their viewers. ThroughoutThe Bachelor’slong-time run, the producers have been able to get what they want from cast members, leads, and viewers in terms of drama and participation. While there have been some seasons that fair better than others and some spin-offs that last longer,The Bachelorshows have been creating connections and bringing drama to viewers for over two decades. The series has changed considerably in its run.
ThroughoutThe Bachelorfranchise’s run, there have been quite a few scandals, but recent seasons have been more scandalous than their predecessors. With the last few seasons of the original series being successful,The Bachelorhas likely been one of the least problematic parts of the franchise, but its spin-offs likeThe Golden Bachelor, The Bachelorette,andBachelor In Paradisehave caused issuesfor those involved and those watching closely. With scandals that have impacted the perception viewers have of the franchise, there’s been a lot of chatter surrounding who’s at fault.I thinkThe Bachelorfranchise is to blame.
There Were Several New Scandals
Throughout 2024, the most recent seasonshave caused scandals within the franchise. WhileThe Golden Bachelorseason 1aired in 2023, the ramifications for the season began to show up in 2024. Gerry Turner, the charismatic lead of the season, was dealing with the fallout of his persona withBachelorNation, which caused viewers to turn on him. Gerry and his final pick, Theresa Nist, went from aGoldenwedding to a divorce in a matter of months, andBachelorproducers stood idly by allowing Gerry to be attacked for their actions, knowing he was dealing with a devastating diagnosis.
WhileBachelorproducers allowed Gerry to navigate waves of viewer vitriol on his own while dealing with an incurable cancer diagnosis, the franchise moved on toThe Bacheloretteseason 21. With the season led by Jenn Tran, who was the third choice for the lead of the season, producers didn’t have enough time to cast the series for guys who were interested in their lead. Instead, they used a cast of guys that had been hand-picked for Maria Georgas, another formerBachelorcontestant. Despite Jenn becoming the first Asian-AmericanBachelorette,viewers were stunned by how poorly the show treated her.
When it became clear that Jenn had built very few connections throughout her season, viewers held out hope for her relationship with Devin Strader, but things quickly turned sour after the finale. By the timeThe Bachelorette: After The Final Roseaired, the couple had broken up, and quickly thereafter,Devin’s sketchy past was exposed. WhenBachelorNation discovered that he had a violent background and a former restraining order. When it was discovered that two ofThe Golden Bachelorette’sJoan Vassos’ contestants also had restraining orders against them, it became clear the franchise needed a major and complete overhaul.
Bachelor Producers Haven’t Taken Any Accountability For Their Behavior
Producers Have Been Overly Quiet
Although there have been serious issues of safety and dishonesty running rampant throughoutThe Bachelorfranchise in the last year, producers have remained tight-lipped on what their plans are to improve the experience. AsThe Bachelorproducers have been askedfor their take on other controversies in the past, it’s not necessarily surprising that they’re being silent on the recent issues. When asked about the racial inequality on the show in the past, producers didn’t have a good response for viewers, meaning it’s unlikely that they’d have anything to say about their own deception or lack of cast member care.
The Bachelor Season 29 Is Coming Soon With A Lot Of Expectation
Grant’s Season Will Have A Lot Of Pressure
WithThe Bachelorseason 29 premiering early in the new year, the franchise will be back with another season of fairy-tale romance and reality TV drama. Grant Ellis, who was one ofThe Bacheloretteseason 21’s contestants, will be taking the leading role as the franchise tries to repair its reputation without much fanfare. WithGrant being the second lead of color in the original show’s history, all eyes will be on the series as they move through another controversial season ofThe Bachelor. Viewers have some tremendously high expectations forThe Bachelorseason 29.
I Believe The Bachelor Producers Are Ruining The Franchise
Producers Have Made It Impossible To Root For The Franchise
Although I’d love to seeThe Bachelorproducers speak up about the controversies of the franchise,I’m not certain that we’ll ever hear more from them about the issues. Without any explanation, I have no choice but to believe thatThe Bachelorproducers are ruining the franchiseas they make mistake after mistake, discarding their cast members with little regard. Despite knowing thatThe Bachelorand its spin-offs are some of the most closely watched shows on the air, the producers don’t seem to have a problem being the villains of their own fairy-tale stories.
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The Bachelor
A captivating reality TV franchise, The Bachelor and its spin-offs follow a single man or woman as they date multiple people over several weeks, eliminating contestants along the way. The goal is to find true love, culminating in a dramatic final rose ceremony where they propose to their chosen one, blending romance and high-stakes drama.
