Rachael Kirkconnell Spills on Being Passed Over for The Bachelorette Role

As I scroll through my news feed at 2 AM, shaking my head and muttering, “Of course this happened,” I’m reminded that the world of reality TV is always spinning out of control. The latest update from Bachelor Nation has Rachael Kirkconnell setting the record straight about her alleged interest in The Bachelorette role – or lack thereof. In an exclusive interview with E! News, Kirkconnell revealed that she was never approached by ABC to take on the lead role in the upcoming season of The Bachelorette, starring Taylor Frankie Paul.

Kirkconnell, who recently confirmed her breakup with Matt James, seemed content to watch from afar, saying, “I love watching from afar. I love supporting from afar, but I don’t know how I would do in that world again, especially as the lead.” When asked directly about the rumors that she was offered the role, Kirkconnell clarified, “I can say there’s no truth to that. Not for Bachelorette.” While she’s not entirely closing the door on future opportunities, she added, “I would never say never. But I just don’t know if that’s for me.”

Meanwhile, Taylor Frankie Paul, the star of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, is set to take on the lead role in The Bachelorette season 22. In an interview with Alex Cooper on Call Her Daddy, Paul admitted that the news still hasn’t sunk in, saying, “It has not hit me. It’s not real. It’s not gonna be until like, the limo is pulling up and I’m meeting the people.” Paul, a mom of three, expressed her excitement and nervousness about joining Bachelor Nation, saying, “I’m very excited for her. I think that it’s fun for a little refresh, someone not from the show already.”

As for Paul’s plans, she confirmed that she’ll be doing both The Bachelorette and Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. In related news, other Bachelor Nation alums are making headlines. Spencer Conley and Jess Edwards, who got engaged on Bachelor in Paradise season 10, are moving to Dallas together. The couple, who chose their relationship over the $250,000 prize, revealed that they’ve been through a lot and are excited to start this new chapter.

Bailey Taylor Brown and Jeremy Simon, who also appeared on Paradise season 10, seem to be going strong. Brown wrote on Instagram, “This was my best first date,” after taking Simon out on a date. While their relationship has had its ups and downs, they appear to be committed to each other.

In a world where reality TV relationships are always fleeting, it’s refreshing to see some couples making it work. However, with the constant drama and breakups, it’s hard not to be skeptical about the longevity of these relationships. As I continue to scroll through my news feed, I’m reminded that the world of reality TV is always full of surprises – and not always for the better.

The latest updates from Bachelor Nation have us wondering what’s next for these reality TV stars. Will Taylor Frankie Paul find love on The Bachelorette, or will she struggle to navigate the challenges of the show? Can Spencer Conley and Jess Edwards make their relationship last, or will they succumb to the pressures of reality TV? One thing’s for sure – we’ll be watching from afar, shaking our heads and muttering, “Of course this happened.”

Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! News, Call Her Daddy, Instagram
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