A Postmortem On This Season's Bachelorette
Start writing a post
Entertainment

A Postmortem On This Season's Bachelorette

The Good, The Bad, And The Botoxed.

6
A Postmortem On This Season's Bachelorette
wenner media

I can hardly believe that 11 short weeks ago, I cozied up with a blanket and CVS brand face mask to watch bright-eyed and bushy tailed Joelle Fletcher welcome 25 strangers to a mansion in an effort to have them all fall in love with her on dates just so she can ugly cry and send them home to their jobs as former professional athletes, medical sales reps, and hipster lifestyle enthusiasts. For someone who was so "in-love" with her last "boyfriend" of 10 weeks, Ben Higgins, JoJo sure dusted herself off, put on her finest push-up bra, and got back on reality tv for another 15 minutes of fame in the game to find eternal love.

Remember Santa-man? The man wearing the kilt? Vinny the barber/DJ? Yeah, me neither until Santa decided he wanted everyone to know he had a voice and tried to show his manliness to The Chad on The Men Tell All. Sorry Santa, your emotional outbursts won't get you on Bachelors inParadise.

The Good

We had the opportunity to watch some cool dates that producers thought up like helicopter dates, and beach dates when ABC was on a spending freeze and couldn't even spring for a cheese plate, so JoJo had to sit on a rock in a cave where she covered more than 25% of her body for the first time in casual wear and perplexed Jordan by using big scary words like "the future" which hopefully reminded Jordan that "former pro quarterback" doesn't pay for highlights, barre classes, and sparkly dresses. I commend JoJo for pretending like she cares about their compatibility after the show after she gives out all of her roses and only wants to see pink peonies ever again (as she should).

The Bad

Over the entirety of this season, I feel it is safe to say that Jojo has shed enough tears to end California's drought. She complained that she had felt "blindsided" by Bachelor Ben, but isn't that the whole point of the show, Jo? You get all these testosterone-driven men together, take them on dates they could potentially never be able to afford, offend locals in other countries by making out while small fish eat your dead foot skin, get them to say "I love you," then kick them to their curb so they have to return to Tulsa to continue pioneering its bustling high-end luxury real estate market.

Plastic Ken Robby obviously spent time wholeheartedly denying rumors spilling his heart out on the show to vocally proclaim his undying love for a woman he's known shorter than the semester you've spent with your OChem professor.

I'm stating this now: Luke for Bachelor. He's down-to-earth, hails from a farm, and has a great smile. I'm just waiting for the teeth whitening sponsors on his Instagram to blow up.

The Botoxed

JoJo's spunky, wine-enthusiast mother Soraya has been criticized for having a laundry list of plastic surgery done, but is she the only Fletcher to have done so? The internet has been rampant with accusations that JoJo has dramatically changed her appearance prior to filming the Bachelorette in order to "increase ratings". It gets worse. According to past contestants on the Bachelor and Bachelorette, being pressured into getting plastic surgery in order to enhance their appearance and desirability is a common occurrence on the show. This is utterly disgusting and reaffirms the unattainable standards that our society has made great strides in order to break. Honestly, I hope these rumors are just that: rumors that do not bear any truth.

All in all, this season of The Bachelorette was an emotional roller coaster. Though not all may not agree with JoJo's choice in a future spouse, it is important to remember one thing: IT IS HER LIFE NOT YOURS. All in all, the most important lesson I took away from this season in all its glory is this: We should all strive to find someone who loves us as much as Chad loves meat plates.


Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
the beatles
Wikipedia Commons

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

Keep Reading...Show less
Being Invisible The Best Super Power

The best superpower ever? Being invisible of course. Imagine just being able to go from seen to unseen on a dime. Who wouldn't want to have the opportunity to be invisible? Superman and Batman have nothing on being invisible with their superhero abilities. Here are some things that you could do while being invisible, because being invisible can benefit your social life too.

Keep Reading...Show less
Featured

19 Lessons I'll Never Forget from Growing Up In a Small Town

There have been many lessons learned.

41655
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

116181
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments