Rejection, Ridicule, and Roses, Oh My! This journey is far from over as everyone starts to hone in on chemistry. Bachelor Nation reacts to the ups and downs of episode three.
Choosing between two women is hard enough, just ask Clayton, but imagine competing for love with one of your closest friends? It has to be straight-up awkward!
But, hey! At least Gabby and Rachel have each other’s back and no time for toxic men.
The free for all mentality in the last couple of episodes was thrown out the door as the two honed in on the guys they had a connection with and vice versa.
Leaving it up to choice will create uneasy feelings? No way, really?
me watching rachel and gabby talk about the guys and being so kind to each other instead of competitive #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/1AuYB2HPjV
— p a i g e (@pwilkz_) July 12, 2022
The audacity of these men in these last 3 episodes… #TheBachelorette #bachelorette pic.twitter.com/ygfsPTlMA0
— Bachelorette Buzz (@bachelorsbuzzin) July 26, 2022
Rachel and Zach
Glitz, glam and tears of joy! Rachel definitely rebounded after last week’s date with Jordan.
As Rachel and Zach got ready for their surprise movie premiere, you could tell sparks were flying as the day flew by, no pun intended.
After watching their home videos and hearing messages from family there was not a dry eye left in the theater even the audience at home was crying in the club.
So, maybe he’s a keeper?
“Red Carpet…me?” 🤣🤣🤣 #bachelorette #Bachelorette pic.twitter.com/urweTDNBOj
— Ambrocio Mireles Jr (@amirelesjr) July 26, 2022
Rachel and Zach trying on these outfits like #TheBachelorette #Bachelorette pic.twitter.com/ZHwXNqbxvA
— Accept This Rose (@IWatchBachelor) July 26, 2022
The producers stealing home videos from Rachel and Zach’s houses #bachelorette pic.twitter.com/lOB6XKM9ed
— ask me about my cats 🇺🇦 (@mrfweebs) July 26, 2022
Zach and Rachel both watched planes with their parents when they were kids? PACK IT UP EVERYONE, GAME OVER#TheBachelorette #Bachelorette pic.twitter.com/cKEG3Tj8IA
— peter’s golf cart (@petersgolfcart) July 26, 2022
me watching Rachel cry in her interview about this date makes me feel better bc I’ve never met either of these people and I’m also crying about this date #bachelorette #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/1ADCiGDkuS
— juls 🌹 (@liljulsie) July 26, 2022
Gabby and Erich
Three’s a crowd! Everyone was waiting for the man of the hour, and no, we’re not talking about Erich.
Gabby’s grandpa, Grandpa John, stole hearts on the last season of The Bachelor, so it is only right for him to make a comeback. And, to see if Erich’s the one for Gabby.
During this adora(bowl) date, Gabby, Erich and Grandpa John had a field day. It already looked like your typical family outing.
This better be the only Bachelor we see next season! #bachelorette pic.twitter.com/UzvsknEGqE
— Sarah B. (@sahmomwithnojob) July 26, 2022
“She’s a 10 but she brings her grandpa on dates”
“…an 11” #bachelorette #bachelornation pic.twitter.com/fG5gqzx2vW
— Bachelor Thotties (@BachelorThottie) July 26, 2022
“Would you like to come distract my grandpa so I can make out with the guy I’m dating?” #TheBachelorette #bachelorette pic.twitter.com/ajeFyauKjw
— Christina Rodriguez (@SuperVOGirl) July 26, 2022
Grandpa John is an absolute vibe. 🥹😂 #TheBachelorettes “Where’s my beer?” pic.twitter.com/EYqHd8INtA
— Bachelor Buddy🌹 (@bachelor_budd) July 26, 2022
Grandpa John watching Gabby make out with Eric at the bowling alley. #bachelorette #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/Vp3xsvHh35
— Bach Momma (@bachmommadrama) July 26, 2022
Group Date
If you thought the last group date was off the charts, this one was up there too!
The men participated in a variety of hilarious shoots with the ladies. From daisy dukes and diapers to bandages and birth to suspenders and snakes, there was a lot to unpack in these photos.
However, four of the men were left unscathed as they got to be in the “proposal” shoot. Once again, Nate captivated not only Gabby but all of Bachelor Nation.
“It’s the biggest group date in bachelorette history”#TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/aMijQNNIgS
— TheBachBabes (@TheBachBabes) July 26, 2022
What the actual fuck is happening on this date? 😂 #TheBachelorette #bachelorette pic.twitter.com/RWM5rLAi6s
— bacheloretteIsCool (@BachelorIsCool) July 26, 2022
the boys at the car wash photoshoot rn #bachelorette #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/rIsLPbUQ04
— ❝ᵉᵐ❞ (@not_heroft) July 26, 2022
I have no words. @BacheloretteABC #bachelorette pic.twitter.com/GPTGbxGqLu
— Stephanie (@stephy_602) July 26, 2022
Walmart New Girl #bachelorette #thebachelorette pic.twitter.com/ZAijV4EZZ8
— Alexis (@_loxsmith_) July 26, 2022
Ima tell my grandkids this was Adam and Eve #bachelorette #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/UjOqztS3TV
— Kayla 👩🏼🦰🤳 (@kaylanexttime) July 26, 2022
After Party
Perhaps the producers try to offset the grueling after party with a humorous group date to prevent further dissension.
Just like last week, there was definitely awkward tension at the after party, creating a little scandal and hurt feelings.
Who knew we were watching a circus act? Ladies and gentlemen let’s get a round of applause for these two clowns, Jacob and Hayden. Honestly, their names are an instant red flag.
It’s one thing, to be honest, and open about your feelings, but it’s another to be outright rude and demeaning. It’s a privilege, not an entitlement to seek the love of these two wonderful women!
Me looking for where on earth these men get the audacity #bachelorette pic.twitter.com/7hW8FiGbJ9
— katelyn (@RealiteaChick) July 26, 2022
“rough around the edges” BRUH #TheBachelorette #TheBachelorettes pic.twitter.com/MnU0NlPczo
— KATE WITT (@katewitt19) July 26, 2022
Buuuuut you’re smokin’!”#TheBachelorette #TheBachelorettes pic.twitter.com/miMOpJZQT8
— juan dollar (@whyarepplcrazy) July 26, 2022
“I’m looking for a life long partner, not telling dudes how to act” SAY IT LOUDER GABBY!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼#bachelorette #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/Cowk3K3eCY
— Bachelorette Buzz (@bachelorsbuzzin) July 26, 2022
Bach Nation Producers next episode after seeing that Gabby’s one might not be there #bachelorette #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/kbgYUkonEp
— Jaimie Renee (@JaimDaviz) July 26, 2022
When your best friend does something without consulting you first. #TheBachelorette @pilot__rachel pic.twitter.com/BnfM4xMpY1
— The Bachelorette (@BacheloretteABC) July 26, 2022
Rachel’s like “wait who hurt you”? #bachelorette #BachelorNation #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/m7J2M8ghXO
— bacheloretteIsCool (@BachelorIsCool) July 26, 2022
Rose Ceremony
Every rose has its thorn! After the offputting party where Gabby didn’t give out a group date rose, it was time the ladies put their foot down and establish some rules.
Maybe that should’ve been a priority since night one? Nevertheless, the roses Gabby and Rachel gave out were a vow to ONLY continue the journey with one of them. And, that meant some would decline roses!
While Rachel may have been publicly rejected during the ceremony at least the men didn’t point out her flaws and judge her character.
Still, these women are not playing around!
Jesse explaining the concept of monogamy, some of the guys are struggling to understand#TheBachelorette #BachelorNation pic.twitter.com/PL26q1sX2m
— Tony Book Club (@tonybookclub) July 26, 2022
why does this rose ceremony feel like they’re picking teams for kickball#TheBachelorette #Bachelorette pic.twitter.com/7Hwq6TczXh
— peter’s golf cart (@petersgolfcart) July 26, 2022
The rose ceremony tonight #bachelorette #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/ETY9r69kaV
— PSUFBbreakdown (@PSUFBThoughts) July 26, 2022
Bachelor Nation watching Tinder irl#bachelorette #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/UaH20nPLWm
— Llama Drama (@sweatsandpizza) July 26, 2022
Aven, Erich, and Zach watching the rose ceremony#TheBachelorette #BachelorNation pic.twitter.com/59qqHdGrH7
— Tony Book Club (@tonybookclub) July 26, 2022
Not a man named MEATBALL rejecting Rachel #bachelornation #bachelorette pic.twitter.com/rccKaiqwTJ
— Bachelor Thotties (@BachelorThottie) July 26, 2022
Jesse Palmer coming in to immediately snatch up Rachel’s roses #TheBachelorette pic.twitter.com/vjrPxfYOqo
— Anna (@Annamal_Crackr) July 26, 2022
Big Tony watching from home like #TheBachelorette #bachelorette pic.twitter.com/kSe986Lu22
— emily (@bachtweettweet) July 12, 2022
meatball wanted more screen time #TheBachelorette #bachelorette pic.twitter.com/kGZ1gmNIhl
— bachnationTEA (@BachnationT) July 26, 2022
With each Bachelorette embarking on her own journey with nine men, maybe the drama will subside? Umm…probably not, that would be too easy!
What are your predictions for next week’s episode? And, was that MEATBALL we see in the preview? Lets us know on Twitter @AfterBuzzTV!