. During the season 27 finale of the show, Gabi had a «gut feeling» that Zach Shallcross wouldn't pick her in the end but decided to stay until the last day regardless and suffer through an awkward final rose ceremony.Her decision to stick it out, Gabi revealed on the Click Bait with Bachelor Nation podcast, had everything to do with the woman who did ultimately get Zach's final rose, Kaity Biggar.For Gabi, the drama started during Fantasy Suite week when Zach broke his self-imposed, no-sex rule with her, and then confessed as much to Kaity. At the rose ceremony that followed, in which Ariel Frenkel was sent home, Gabi became sure that she wouldn't be Zach's final pick.«In that rose ceremony when he was only speaking to Kaity and he wasn't making eye contact with me, it was a really isolating feeling,» she said on the podcast, which is presented by Wondery.
Jesse Palmer Admits 'The Bachelor' Has Previously 'Done a Bad Job' Handling 'Serious Topics' (Exclusive)
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Jesse Palmer isn't sugarcoating franchise's past. In an interview with ET, the host admitted that the show has «done a bad job in the past of addressing series topics and issues.»The acknowledgment comes after a series of racism controversies from the franchise, most recently when the show failed to discuss contestant Erich Schwer's Blackface scandal during the season finale of .When faced with a similar scandal this season — contestant Greer Blitzer defended someone wearing Blackface — Jesse told ET that «we weren't going to miss that opportunity» to discuss the situation during the «Women Tell All» episode.«We knew it was important to have this conversation with Greer and give her space and a place to speak on it, and Greer really wanted to do that as well,» Jesse explained.
«So I think everybody here at the show, while no one condones her tweets or her social media posts from the past, I think they are pretty proud of her for wanting to address this head-on tonight.»During the episode, Greer, who previously apologized for her past actions, spoke once more about the old tweets.«What I failed to mention in my apology was that what happened was racist. It's not about the intent, it's about the impact,» she said.
«This acquaintance of mine that I knew [wearing] Blackface was racist, me defending it was racist, my ignorance was racist. I'm just so ashamed.
I'm just deeply sorry that I hurt the Black community. I can't go back in time.
All I can do is try to be better now and try to do better in my future.»To learn more, Greer sat down with Dr. Kira Banks, who, Jesse told ET, «really helped guide this conversation and provide a lot of insight to Greer along the way.»«She brought to my attention that it's so important to be
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'The Bachelor' Finale: Zach Explains the Conflicting Timelines of When He Knew Kaity Was the One (Exclusive)
Zach Shallcross is setting the record straight. Following Monday's season finale of , which saw Zach pop the question to Kaity Biggar, the tech executive is clarifying when he knew his fiancée was the one for him.Zach got Bachelor Nation talking during the live portion of the finale when he denied stringing along his runner-up, Gabi Elnicki, during their last date together, but then told Kaity that she stole his heart for good during their date, which aired before Gabi's.The timeline confusion was a point of contention for franchise fans, but Zach told ET that it can all be explained by one thing — editing.«The beauty of reality TV and editing. It was actually not in that order,» Zach explained, adding that his last date with Gabi actually happened his final date with Kaity, despite how it aired on TV.«I never want there to be this false narrative, but from what I said, it was true,» he said.
'The Bachelor' Creator Mike Fleiss Exits the Franchise After Two Decades
Mike Fleiss is saying goodbye to Bachelor Nation. The day after aired its season 27 finale, which saw Zach Shallcross get engaged to Kaity Biggar, ET confirms that Fleiss is no longer with the franchise.«First and foremost, congratulations are in order for Zach and Kaity.
‘The Bachelor’ Recap: Is Zach Shallcross Engaged To Kaity Or Gabi?
SPOILER ALERT! This post contains details from the Season 27 finale of ABC‘s The Bachelor.
'The Bachelor' Finale Had a Major Audio Fail - Here's How Jesse Palmer Addressed It Live
There was a major fail during the season finale of The Bachelor when the sound completely cut out and in the middle of the episode.
‘The Bachelor: After the Final Rose’ Season 27: Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar Confirm Status, Talk ‘Sex Week’ Drama
Still going strong? After handing out his final rose, Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar gave an update on their relationship — revealing that they are moving in together in Austin this summer.
'The Bachelor' Finale: Gabi Calls Fantasy Suite Drama 'Extremely Violating' After Zach Split
Zach Shallcross just said his most heartbreaking goodbye yet. On Monday night's season finale of , the 26-year-old tech executive broke things off with Gabi Elnicki.Zach and Gabi's split came after they broke his no-sex rule during Fantasy Suite week.
'The Bachelor' Finale: Zach Shallcross Is Engaged!
Zach Shallcross has found his happy ending! On Monday night's season finale of , the 26-year-old tech executive popped the question to Kaity Biggar, a 27-year-old ER nurse.A happy ending wasn't a foregone conclusion for Zach, who made a bit of a mess of things during Fantasy Suite week. Despite initially stating that he wouldn't get intimate with anyone during his overnight dates, he did just that with Gabi.He then upset Gabi by publicly discussing their sexual encounter, and disappointed Kaity by disclosing that information to her.During Monday's finale, Kaity's feelings for Zach only after a near-perfect meeting his family.
‘The Bachelor’ Season 27 Finale: Sean Lowe Reacts to Zach Shallcross Breaking ‘No Sex’ Rule
Sean Lowe has been a presence on season 27 of The Bachelor since the premiere — and he finished out his duties at the finale on Monday, March 27.
'The Bachelor' Finale: Ariel Explains Why She Was 'Really Hurt' By Zach's Fantasy Suite Actions
Zach Shallcross' Fantasy Suite week behavior. During the live portion of Monday's season finale of , Ariel spoke out against how Zach handled «sex week,» initially telling her that he would not be intimate with any of his remaining women, but later breaking that promise with Gabi Elnicki.Ariel told host Jesse Palmer that she, like Zach, did not want to have sex during Fantasy Suite week, but was upset that Zach made that decision without speaking to her.«I was on the same page as Zach.
‘The Bachelor’ Season 27 Finale: Ariel Frenkel Reacts to Zach Shallcross Sleeping With Gabi Elnicki
Getting proper closure. Ariel Frenkel reunited with Zach Shallcross during the live finale of The Bachelor on Monday, March 27 — and didn’t hold back when it came to her feelings about fantasy suites.
Who will get ‘Bachelor’ Zach Shallcross’ final rose, as per a celeb astrologer
douche lord Clayton’s calamitous turn at love last year. Shallcross made waves and broke promises during last week’s Fantasy Suite episode when he utterly backtracked on his sworn vow not to get intimate with anyone, sealing the deal with Gabi and then spilling the tea to her fellow contestants and the viewing audience at home. Lord of mercy.The season finale of “The Bachelor,” airs Monday, March 27 at 8 p.m.
Wells Adams Calls Out Bachelor Zach Shallcross for Sex Confession: ‘Bro, Kill and Tell Much?’
Bachelor Nation — including Wells Adams and Sarah Hyland — are having a field day with how Zach Shallcross handled fantasy suites.
'The Bachelor' Finale Preview: Zach's Final Two Are 'Upset' With Him as He Wonders If It's 'All Worth It'
Zach Shallcross' final week at the Bachelor won't be without drama. At the conclusion of Monday's dramatic Fantasy Suites episode, fans got a peek at next week's season finale, which will see Zach pick between Kaity and Gabi.In the preview, though, neither woman is particularly pleased with Zach as they prepare to meet his family. Gabi is upset that he confessed they had sex during Fantasy Suites, while Kaity is likewise struggling about the other woman's liaison with the tech executive.«Do you regret the decision that you made with me?» Gabi asks Zach, who quickly replies «No!» Even so, he can't deny that he's confused by the situation.«I know this is not what you want to hear, but I'm so torn.
'The Bachelor': Zach Leaves Gabi 'Blindsided' After They Break His No Sex Rule
Zach Shallcross' time in the Fantasy Suite didn't go as planned. On Monday night's episode of , the tech executive traveled to Thailand with his final three women, with the intention that he would not have sex with any of them in the Fantasy Suite.«This is the only thing that feels right and comfortable for me. It can really muddy the situation,» Zach explained to host Jesse Palmer.
Bachelor Zach Shallcross Has Sex With Gabi Elnicki After Vowing Not to Sleep With Anyone in the Fantasy Suites
What happens in the fantasy suite doesn’t stay in the fantasy suite. After declaring that he wasn’t planning to sleep with any of his finalists, Zach Shallcross admitted to having sex with Gabi Elnicki during his second overnight date.
'The Bachelor': Watch Zach Question His Decision Not to Have Fantasy Suite Sex During Ariel's Date (Exclusive)
Zach Shallcross is questioning his decision to abstain from sex. In an exclusive look at Monday's upcoming episode of , the tech executive invites Ariel to join him in the Fantasy Suite, with one big condition.«I have something actually I do want to talk to you about. This week in particular, sex being off the table,» he tells her.
‘The Bachelor’ Hits Multiplatform Ratings High with Season 27 Premiere
BreAnna Bell ABC’s “The Bachelor” has earned a victory with its latest season. With a 2.39 rating, the January Season 27 premiere measures as the series’ highest-rated multiplatform telecast in 1 year among the adults 18-49 key demo. That’s its highest rating since Jan. 24, 2022 according to data from Nielsen. Additionally, “The Bachelor” premiere outperformed the show’s prior season average by 3% among the demographic. After 35 days of viewing across linear and digital platforms, Season 27’s opening episode showed a 268% increase among adults 18-49 over its initial Live+Same Day rating of 0.65 rating, marking the show’s biggest-ever delayed-viewing increase. The season premiere also managed to rake in an additional 3.6 million total viewers after 35 days of multiplatform viewing taking the original number from 3.0 million to 6.6 million.
'The Bachelor' Contestant Greer Blitzer Apologizes Again & Condemns Her Past Defense of Blackface
Greer Blitzer is doubling down on her defense of blackface.
‘The Bachelor: Women Tell All’ Season 27 Revelations: Greer Addresses Blackface Controversy and More
Zach Shallcross sat down with his Bachelor season 27 contestants for the Women Tell All, but the biggest takeaways happened before — and after — the lead was on the stage.