With Season 29 of The Bachelor heating up, fans are buzzing with theories about who will walk away with Grant Ellis’s final rose.
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While there are still 14 women in the running, one name keeps popping up: Juliana Pasquarosa. The 28-year-old client service associate from Newton, Massachusetts, has emerged as the frontrunner, with Bachelor spoiler king Reality Steve even predicting she’s the last woman standing. But is she really the one, or is ABC pulling the ultimate bait-and-switch? Let’s break it down.
Why Fans Think Juliana Wins
Reality Steve, the go-to source for Bachelor spoilers, named Juliana as the winner in a January 16 Instagram post, sending Bachelor Nation into a frenzy. His intel? Pasquarosa reportedly makes it to the final two alongside Litia Garr, a 31-year-old venture capitalist from Salt Lake City, before ultimately getting engaged to Ellis.
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But the tea doesn’t stop there. Fans have been analyzing Grant Ellis’ behavior on the show and pointing out subtle moments that suggest Juliana has the edge. Take, for example, last week’s episode: Ellis massaged Juliana’s hands with oil after she lost a few nails on a group date—something he didn’t do for the other women who also had broken nails. A coincidence? Maybe. A sign that he’s already smitten? Bachelor Nation seems to think so.
Can Reality Steve Be Trusted?
While Reality Steve has a strong track record—correctly predicting the past two Bachelorette winners—he’s not infallible. Just last season, he initially claimed Joey Graziadei would pick Daisy Kent, only to later revise his prediction to Kelsey Anderson (the actual winner). Could he be wrong again this season?
Some fans are skeptical, arguing that ABC has gotten better at misleading viewers. With the way the show is edited, a frontrunner can quickly turn into a heartbreaker. Plus, let’s not forget the Bachelor producers love a good surprise.
Should We Be Watching Litia Instead?
If Reality Steve is wrong, Litia Garr could be the dark horse of the season. The 31-year-old venture capitalist isn’t just stunning and successful—she and Ellis have also shared some undeniable chemistry. Some fans believe Litia might be a better long-term match for Ellis, given her independent nature and impressive career.
No matter who wins, it’s safe to say that both Juliana and Litia are strong contenders. And if either of them doesn’t get the final rose? Well, they might just be heading straight for Bachelor in Paradise.
How to Watch
To see how it all plays out, tune in to The Bachelor every Monday at 8 p.m. EST on ABC. New episodes are also available to stream on Hulu the following day. Will Reality Steve’s spoiler hold up? We’ll have to wait and see.
