Grant Ellis Faces Emotional Turmoil on “The Bachelor” After Judgmental Comments from Contestant
The Feb. 17 episode of ABC’s “The Bachelor” took a dramatic turn when contestant Grant Ellis labeled the journey ’emotionally taxing’ after one of his suitors, Carolina, made waves with her questions about engagement. Viewers caught up with Grant, 31, as he sipped the romance potion in Madrid with his remaining contestants, focusing on building those all-important emotional connections—because let’s be real: love in the city of love should be effortless, right?
The standout moment came during a heartwarming one-on-one with Dina, 31. Their date was filled with enchanting moments in Madrid, from soccer games with local kids to a picturesque rowboat ride. Grant confided that Dina’s openness made him rethink his somewhat self-centered ways from a previous seven-year relationship—because self-reflection is what TV romance is all about. Dina, on the other hand, revealed her ice queen persona, shaped by being one of eleven siblings (talk about competition!).
Just when we thought the love birds were soaring, tension built during the group date, where nine contestants battled it out, dressed as matadoras, for a chance to impress Grant. The highlight? Zoe, 27, snagged the title of mechanical bull champ, showcasing that maybe her resilience would translate off the bull as well. But amid the fun, Carolina’s probing questions about engagement left many women, especially Juliana, 28, questioning her true intentions. Juliana confronted Carolina, raising eyebrows and further sowing discord among the group—classic Bachelor shenanigans.
As the drama continued, Grant’s emotional candidness struck a chord, reminding us that reality TV isn’t just about romance; it’s about emotional labor too. In many cases, the contestants’ interactions were fraught with judgment and miscommunication, painting an all-too-familiar picture of relational chaos. It’s safe to say, whether we’re tuning in for the roses or the ruckus, this season promises to keep us on our toes.
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, Entertainment Weekly
