Joey Graziadei, Season 28's 'The Bachelor,' picked Daisy Kent, Kelsey Anderson, and Rachel Nance as his top three, surprising fans by eliminating Maria Georgas during the Hometown Rose ceremony.
Joey and Maria had a tumultuous relationship on the ABC show, facing multiple allegations and drama. Despite challenges, Joey consistently chose Maria until the recent episode.
During the rose ceremony, Maria had a conversation with Joey, which seemed to backfire. Despite her effort to win him back, Joey gave his last rose to Rachel, sparking criticism from viewers.
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Fans expressed surprise and questioned Joey's decision, with some speculating on Rachel's potential as the next Bachelorette. The unexpected choice left many viewers shocked and led to discussions on the perceived lack of chemistry between Joey and Rachel.
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Rachel, initially struggling to connect with Joey, eventually admitted her feelings, confessing that she was falling in love with him. Despite her parents' skepticism, Rachel expressed a desire for a future with Joey.
Joey expressed frustration over Maria not openly sharing her feelings. In a previous episode, Maria had voiced doubts about their connection, but during the Hometown date, she assured Joey of her commitment.
Maria surprised Joey by revealing that she had never brought anyone home to meet her family. Joey questioned how she had gone so long without opening up to someone.
The show airs on ABC every Monday at 8 pm ET, with episodes available for streaming on Hulu the following day.
