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'Bachelor in Paradise' Modernizes Love On Reality TV

The show has two women falling for each other for the first time on television.

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'Bachelor in Paradise' Modernizes Love On Reality TV

Finding love is not about a man and a woman falling head over heels for one another. It's about two people, despite gender, who grow to care for one another more than they care for their own selves. "Bachelor Nation" was born in 2002, a time where the LGBTQ community was not portrayed as having pride by the media or television industry. In fact, Will and Grace was really the first hit series to have two gay men as leading characters which aired in 1998.

As the world has come to accept the LGBTQ community more and more openly, so has the media and film/television. Most recently, 'Bachelor in Paradise' welcomed its first gender-fluid cast member, Demi. Demi recently opened up about her relationship and interest with a woman, Kristian, she met back in her home town. Although, in paradise, Demi has been involved with Derek. Unfortunately, her constant struggle between balancing her feelings for both Kristian and Derek overwhelmed the 23-year old enough that host, Chris Harrison, was able to fly Kristian out to paradise.

Currently, Demi and Kristian are pursing their same-sex relationship and search for true love on national television which is a first for reality TV.

While Derek was incredibly hurt by Demi's decision to pursue Kristian, the show's purpose is to help others find love, despite gender or race. In fact, "The Bachelor" franchise has been more progressive recently than ever before. Prior to Hannah B. and Becca, ABC appointed their first African-American "Bachelorette." Slowly but surely, "Bachelor Nation" is becoming more accustomed to the reality that encompasses modern relationships which not only promotes interracial relationships but also, LGBTQ community pride.

Now that Kristian is in paradise, it's all about the love and connection Demi can find with her and I know everyone is rooting for them!

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