The Bachelorette, Episode 10: The Most Memorable Moments
Sharleen Joynt, opera singer and former Bachelor 18 contestant The Tell All episode is always my favourite. Watching the girls’ or guys’ reactions after they’ve seen themselves on TV, along with the...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Episode One
Considering how cavalierly the show announced the “Double Bachelorette” concept in March, conveniently skimming over the details (and the debatably sexist undertones), they certainly weren’t afraid to...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Episode Two
(Photo: ABC) The Bachelorette messed up. Big time. I understand its No. 1 goal is good ratings, no matter the cost. But as a longtime viewer I don’t think I’ve ever come so close to turning my...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Episode Three
Kaitlyn (Photo: ABC) Oh, the irony. Just last week I theorized that the men cast on The Bachelorette were the sort who spend a lot of time on their biceps but who tragically wouldn’t ever be permitted...
View ArticleIf You Like The Bachelor, You’re Going to LOVE UnREAL
A scene from Everlasting, UnREAL’s show within the show My name is Maureen and I love The Bachelor. And The Bachelorette (minus this dumb stunt). And Bachelor in Paradise. And Bachelor Pad (RIP). Do...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Episode Four
(Photo: The Bachelorette/Facebook) Why, Clint, why? You were in a very good position. That Chris-Harrison-atop-a-Triceratops drawing and the very first one-on-one date (followed by a solid make out)?...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Episode Five
Kaitlyn and Doug E. Fresh set up the rap battle date (Photo: The Bachelorette/Facebook) I personally believe that anyone who signs up for The Bachelorette thinking—knowing!—he will be the last man...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Episode Six
(Photo: Facebook/TheBachelorette) Much of this week’s episode was about honesty and just how important it is to Kaitlyn. During filming, the lead lives a very secluded life. What she has to go off is...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Episode Seven
Bachelorette Kaitlyn Bristowe (Photo: ABC) Last night’s episode was tough to watch. It was tough as a former contestant. It was tough as a friend of both Kaitlyn’s and Nick’s. It was tough as a human...
View Article37 Questions a Bachelorette Must Ask Herself Before Sex
Go get some, JoJo! 1. Is this a good idea? And by “good,” I mean, “does it fall in line with prescribed notions about what constitutes healthy sexual behaviour for women”? 2. Is this “casual” sex or...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Episode Eight
Chris and Kaitlyn in happier times (Photo: Kaitlyn Bristowe Instagram) Hoo boy. So many feelings! One man threatening to leave, two men crying…. We’re in week seven of filming now; meltdowns are...
View ArticleBachelor Villains: The 7 Most Cringe-Worthy Contestants
1 of 7 Previous Next Facebook Tumblr Twitter Nick Viall, Bachelorette Seasons 10 & 11 Don’t be fooled by his crocodile tears last week—they aren’t enough to wash away his true smarmy side. “If you...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Episode Nine
Kaitlyn and Shawn have the talk In real life I’m all for honesty and transparency. It sounds cliché, but to quote the elderly local gentleman at Kelly’s Irish Pub, the secret to 36 years of marriage:...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Episode 10
Who will Kaitlyn choose?? I don’t know whether this show is getting more graphic with the details of its contestants’ emotions, or if I see things differently having been to the other side, or if I’m...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette: Men Tell All
Ian got down on his knees: Did you buy it? (Photo: ABC/Rick Rowell) Update: Join editors Caitlin Kenny and Jillian Vieira for our Bachelorette finale live tweet tonight at 8 p.m. ET! #FLAREBachParty...
View ArticleThe Best Twitter Reactions From The Bachelorette Finale
The Bachelorette finale had all the hallmarks of the franchise: reverse psychology editing, men asking for a father’s (and mother’s!) blessing, dramatic music, awkwardness, diamonds and tweets that...
View ArticleSharleen Joynt on The Bachelorette Finale
Kaitlyn, waiting for Nick (those clenched hands give away just how hard it was!) Has there ever been as heart-wrenching a breakup on this show as last night’s? Love or hate Nick—though I truly believe...
View ArticleBachelor Matchup: Who They *Should* Have Picked (Updated!)
1 of 22 Previous Next Facebook Tumblr Twitter (Photo: Courtesy ABC) Jake, The Bachelor Season 14 Who He Picked: Vienna Everyone had a hate-on for the princess-y long-lost third Hilton sister, deeming...
View ArticleThe Best Bachelorette Dresses of All Time
With every season of The Bachelor/Bachelorette that passes, it feels more and more like prom for grownups. The contestants, full of hope for their bright futures, waltz out in their rented tuxes and...
View ArticleIs Bekah M’s Apology the Absolute Worst or the Absolute Best?
(Photo: Courtesy City) Apologies are hard, but if you’re looking for some #sorrynotsorry inspo, Bekah Martinez has you covered. Bekah may no longer be on The Bachelor, but her recent Twitter shade...
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