'Bachelor' Villain Tierra LiCausi Calls Off Her Engagement and We're SO Not Surprised

woensdag 25 september 2013

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by Emily Abbate 15 hours ago

Bachelor fans, you're gonna loooovee this. Remember when bad girl Tierra LiCausi just happened to get engaged abruptly after the episode aired when Sean Lowe sent her home? You know, to that guy whose identity remained a total secret, no one ever saw a photo, but was happily head over heels in love with her? Well, apparently Tierra's engaged no more. Yup, two separate sources have confirmed to Wetpaint that the former Bachelor contestant and her fiance actually split up a few months ago! Say whaaaaa?! Where have we all been?!

OK, so just because Tierra is exceptionally difficult, that doesn't mean I don't feel bad for the lady. A broken heart is never easy to handle and I can only imagine how much it must suck to have to "unplan" a wedding (real or not).

However, something's telling me this has been one big hoax all along, and I think reality TV is to blame.

I mean, yes, we all saw how Tierra acted on The Bachelor. The woman and her "sparkle" weren't exactly level-headed all the time. But even though she was a little wacky, I think it's the pressure of it all that made her get "engaged" in the first place.

Try to think of it all from Tierra's perspective, will ya? The lady is totally getting ripped apart by the media and so many of The Bachelor fans. She knows the ultimate blow is coming, she's going to get dumped on national TV, so she gets "engaged" to soften it. Now that is a diabolical plan if I've ever heard one.

Sigh. I guess maybe with time, we'll find out the real deal about this engagement. But regardless, Tierra seems to be up to her normal shenanigans on Instagram and Twitter, so here's hoping she's doing alright and mending that "broken heart."

Do you think Tierra's former fiance really exists?

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Chris Harrison and This Former 'Bachelor' Star Should NOT Be Dating

maandag 23 september 2013

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by Mary Fischer 3 hours ago

Late last week, rumors started flying around that Chris Harrison is dating Bachelor reject Selma Alameri, prompting many of us to scratch our heads and wonder how in the heck these two managed to get together.

Oh come on, remember Selma? The chick from Sean Lowe's season who was too embarrassed to kiss him on TV but then wound up planting a fat one on him right before he sent her packing? (Ohhh, that Selma.)

Yeah, well supposedly she and Chris were seen looking all lovey-dovey at a bar in L.A. last Thursday, and one source says he was introducing her as his girlfriend.

But it sounds like there isn't any truth to the claims, because Selma is denying that she and Chris are an item. She told E! News, "We happened to be at the same place but we were not together. He's a good friend and a sexy guy, sure, but we are not dating."

Whew! That's a relief. No disrespect to Selma, but she doesn't exactly seem like Chris' type. He's a great guy and all, but something tells me as a newly divorced man, he's not exactly in the mood to take things slow and steady in the physical department, if you know what I mean. (Dude totally wants to get it on by the second date.)

But it probably is about time for Chris to get back out there and play the field a bit, which is why he shouldn't avoid the reality TV scene altogether. OMG. Why hasn't ABC made him The Bachelor yet?!? He's only, like, the perfect candidate -- and he could even save whoever the host of his season is some work by handling all aspects of the rose ceremony himself. "Ladies, this is my final rose tonight. If you did not receive one, get the hell out of here because I think you're ugly, dumb, psychotic, insert derogatory adjective here."

Or if he's really dead set against being The Bachelor, former contestants of the show aren't a stupid place to look for love -- he just needs to go after someone he has a bit more in common with than Selma. What about AshLee Frazier? I hear she's available -- and she's definitely ready for something serious. Or how about all those rumors saying Chris was into Emily Maynard during her season? (Can you blame him?) They'd be pretty cute together.

Sigh. Don't worry Chris, the perfect girl is out there. But while you're looking for her, you should probably cross anyone off the list who isn't willing to go to the fantasy suite before tying the knot.

Do you think Chris and Selma are right for each other?

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'Bachelor' Spoilers: Juan Pablo Galavis' Contestants Revealed

vrijdag 13 september 2013

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by Maressa Brown 5 hours ago

The next season of The Bachelor may not air until January, but the anticipation for Juan Pablo Galavis' season is heating up! And if all things remain in line with the usual plan, they'll probably start shooting as soon as late this month. So it's no wonder there are already spoilers floating around!

Specifically, info about who a few of JuanPabs' lucky ladies are and when they'll arrive in L.A.! Exciiiting! Here's what we know so far ...

Two lovely Chicago ladies are in the mix. Bachelor 2014 contestants 26-year-old Alli Restko and 23-year-old Kylie Lewis both hail from the Windy City, so I'm sure neither would mind spending some time heating things up in JuanPabs' hometown of Miami! Speaking of Miami, Alli graduated from the University of Miami ... Ohio, that is, in 2009. Kylie's a self-described "artist" who seems to love tweeting, song lyrics, and sharing a laugh just as much as the social media-lovin' Bachelor.A fellow professional athlete will vie for Juan Pablo's heart. Twenty-nine-year-old Kat Hurd is a dancer for the Phoenix Suns, who appears to have a bubbly personality, active lifestyle, and of course, hot, fit body. Sounds like a possibly perfect match for JPG ...Will a fellow former athlete may be an even better match? Twenty-six-year-old Val Eredia from Sutter, California is a former volleyball player -- kinda like JuanPabs is a former soccer player ... They could very easily end up bonding over their passion for sports and moving on after being a pro?Let's not underestimate the ambitious teacher with a lot of heart. Ashley Poe, a 25- or 26-year-old from Denton, Texas, says she loves to travel, be active, and of course, school a class full of kids!These 5 future girlfriends and 20 others arrive ... tomorrow! That's right, according to Reality Steve Juan Pablo Galavis' 25 potential future loves start arriving in Los Angeles for filming this Saturday, September 14!

Who do you think sounds like the best pick for JuanPabs of the ladies mentioned? Are you getting more excited for his season?

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'Bachelor' Juan Pablo Galavis May Have Just Revealed His Dream Woman to the World

woensdag 11 september 2013

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by Maressa Brown 14 hours ago

Any day now, Juan Pablo Galavis will begin shooting his hotly anticipated season of The Bachelor, so let the speculation about the lucky bachelorettes begin! We already know casting is gonna have to shoot to find the next Bachelor women with sexy curves, being that the former football player confessed he'd prefer the 25 contestants have "nice BUTTS!" Ha! And yesterday, JuanPabs dropped another hint about his dream woman might be like ...

He tweeted, "Watched ADORE last night and DAMN those MOMS are hot... Naomi Watts and Robin Wright got GAME... #CrazyMovie.” OMG! Adore is about two women who are childhood friends/neighbors and fall in love with one another's sons. Ahh!! Does that mean JuanPabs is looking for a sexy COUGAR?!

Okay, yeah, I hate that term, too. But his clearly turned-on tweet is raising eyebrows that maybe Juan Pablo has a thing for single moms who are slightly older than his 32 years? Maybe he'll be open -- or man, even PREFER -- dating women who are in their mid-to-late-30s, as opposed to a typical 20-something PYT? I wouldn't be surprised!

After all, we've known from the start that JuanPabs would want a woman who could be a wonderful stepmom to his beloved little girl Camila ... And a woman who is an experienced single mom will obviously have a track record to point to! Don't get me wrong: I'm not ruling out a younger or non/not-yet-mom contestant as the possible winner of Juan Pablo's heart. But from the looks of it, the wise mamas in the crowd could certainly end up having better odds!

Do you think Juan Pablo will end up with a hot mama? One who is older than he is?

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'Bachelorette' Desiree Hartsock May End Up Tying the Knot Before 'Bachelor' Sean Lowe

vrijdag 30 augustus 2013

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by Maressa Brown 7 hours ago

Seems like ever since this year's Bachelorette Desiree Hartsock handed her final rose to Chris Siegfried, the couple has been plagued by rumors of a split. But the co-habitating, Seattle-based couple couldn't seem happier these days. Not only did they recently spend a "relaxing weekend in Lake Chelan" with friends, according to Des's Instagram account, but Chris shared with his alma mater's student newspaper that they plan to go up to Crystal, a Washington mountain popular for skiing and snowboarding, and Whistler in British Columbia, Canada. Busy couple! Does that all that traveling leave time for ... wedding planning?!

While they've been pretty mum on the topic since the beginning of the month, one source claims Chris and Des will be married before we know it ... probably even before Bachelor Sean Lowe and his fiancee Catherine Giudici!

Not that these reality show relationships ever follow any sort of clockwork pattern ... The couples who get engaged first don't necessarily get married first (or stay together for that matter, of course). But hearing that Des and Chris could be the next to tie the knot is definitely intriguing! This according to sources I'd trust more than a tabloid's potentially made-up "insiders": AstroChicks.com's astrologers!

They predicted a while back that Desiree and the man of her choosing would "give Trista and Ryan a run for their money in the 'most loved' couple department." Whoa! And more recently, they say:

We think Chris Siegfried, a Sagittarius, brings a sense of adventure to his relationship with Bachelorette Desiree. He lives and loves life to its fullest, and he’s a super loyal guy. We think their love will not only be based on a solid foundation of friendship and love, but we think Chris would be SUPER committed to his marriage. Bachelorette Desiree is definitely a lucky girl.

Aww! What's more, they think "Bachelorette Desiree and Chris will make it to the wedding altar before Bachelor Sean. Our astrology prediction is a post-Bachelor wedding to give ABC a ratings sweep." In other words, Des and Chris may be tying the knot right after JuanPabs' season wraps?! OMG. Exciting! I could definitely see that happening. And maybe it's just me, but I'd actually rather see Des and Chris's wedding before Sean and Catherine's! Wonder if that's how it'll play out?!

What do you think about AstroChicks' wedding prediction for Chris and Des?

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'Bachelor' Juan Pablo Galavis's Love for His Little Girl Helped Him Steal the Show

donderdag 22 augustus 2013

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by Maressa Brown 2 hours ago

Bachelor Nation cannot wait for January, because as we well know, that's when we'll finally get to see Juan Pablo (aka "JuanPabs") Galavis return to our small screens as the next Bachelor! You're fanning yourself at the thought, I know. At this point, it really does seem like there never could have been a question in producers' minds that JuanPabs would be the go-to man for the gig. Of all of Desiree Hartsock's men on The Bachelorette, he was by FAR the most unconditionally beloved. That's exactly why Juan Pablo didn't have much competition for the job. "He was the obvious pick," an insider tells Wetpaint.

But something else definitely helped him seal the deal: The fact that he's a single dad -- and not just any one at that!

He's a single dad who is genuinely interested and actively involved in being a parent to his 4-year-old daughter Camila. His devotion to her is obvious and was as much even in the short time he commanded the spotlight on Des's season. By comparison, you could tell fellow single dad Ben Scott was a phony ... and in the history of the show, there have definitely been other guys who've sold out their kid to stand out on the show, which is beyond disgraceful and just plain sad. Still, the insider explained:

The show has had great luck with single dads. Whether it’s been in the Bachelor role like Jason Mesnick or as contestants like Tony Pieper or Ben Scott -- they’ve made real impressions on the viewers.

Impressions can be both heinous and impressive, though, and JuanPabs definitely falls into the latter category! The man has already said -- and showed us -- time and time again that he is truly interested in finding love with a woman who could make a wonderful stepmom for Camila. No wonder he was always head and shoulders above the rest. As far as attractive, authentic single fathers in the history of The Bachelor go, JuanPabs takes the cake!

Do you think Juan Pablo is the most genuine single dad in Bachelor history? How do you feel about the fact that it helped him score the gig?

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'Bachelor' Star Gia Allemand's Heartbreaking Tweets About Suicide Uncovered

zondag 18 augustus 2013

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by Jeanne Sager 4 hours ago

The news that Gia Allemand had died by suicide continues to shock fans of the Bachelor who recall her as a sweet girl and former model who rose to fame during Jake Pavelka's season of the show. Now a look at the reality star's Twitter account shows had spoken of suicide in the past.

TMZ pored over Allemand's Twitter account and uncovered several mentions of having been bullied, as well as mentions of bullying victims who have committed suicide. At the time, the reality star credited her mother for teaching her to be nice to people rather than to be a bully herself.

Said Gia in October:

As a victim of being bullied most of my life, I'm gonna say that people who can say mean things to other people and put them down are just insecure and depressed with their own life! Glad my momma always told me 'if you don't have something nice to say than don't say it.

Days later she shared several tweets about Amanda Todd, a bullied teenager who committed suicide, including this particularly heartbreaking one:

Words Hurt.  Pain Lasts.   And suicide last forever.

Gia's mom, Donna Micheletti, has chosen not to speak out specifically about her daughter's death, but she did release a statement explaining when she will talk about the tragedy and advising people to steer clear of Twitter comments on her death.

In part, the statement from Gia's family, released to People earlier in the week, read:

The family and close friends of Gia Allemand have not spoken to the media to date, nor have they posted comments or insight on Twitter. There are numerous statements and theories in the media regarding Gia's death and her life that refer to sources close to Gia or friends of hers.

As Micheletti points out, it would be unfair to speculate whether Gia's past mentions of suicide and bullying have any bearing on this tragedy, but they are certainly a reminder that we need to be aware of the tenor of friends' and family members' tweets.

If the words someone is using -- even online -- indicate they may be considering suicide, or if you yourself have wrestled with the idea, please reach out to a suicide hotline. There is ALWAYS someone there who wants to listen and who will take you seriously. You can call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK.

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[UPDATED] 'Bachelor' Star Gia Allemand Is Dead in Apparent Suicide at Age 29

woensdag 14 augustus 2013

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by Sasha Brown-Worsham 4 hours ago

Beautiful Bachelor and Bachelor Pad star Gia Allemand has died at the age of 29 from unknown causes after being admitted to a hospital in New Orleans on Monday night. Earlier, she was listed as being in critical condition. Now, it's being widely reported that the former model and reality star has tragically passed away.

We will all remember Gia as the sweet and lovely girl from Jake Pavelka's season of the show. Her soft-spoken ways and obvious history with heartbreak made her a favorite of Bachelor fans. Then when she was on the Bachelor Pad and played like such a genuine and caring friend, it only grew.

As of now, there are no details given as to what killed her. It was only listed as a "serious medical emergency event." Our hearts are with her family in their time of grief. She was far, far too young. What a tragedy.

**Update: According to a press release issued by her family, Gia died from an apparent suicide attempt. Her boyfriend found her. It said:

Due to a critical loss of brain and organ function, life support was withdrawn today. Ms. Allemand passed away peacefully with her mother, boyfriend, and other life-long friends by her side. As a practicing Christian, Gia did receive the sacrament of last rites.

No one knows what would have led to such an act, but TMZ is reporting Allemand had been extremely distraught in recent weeks over her "rocky" relationship with NBA player Ryan Anderson.

Our hearts are breaking for her.

Do you remember Gia from the show?

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6 Reasons 'Bachelor' Juan Pablo Galavis' Season Will Be Must-See TV

dinsdag 6 augustus 2013

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by Maressa Brown 3 hours ago

Now that Bachelorette Desiree Hartsock and Chris Siegfried are happily engaged and off to start their life together in Seattle, it's time that we turn our attention to the next chapter: Juan Pablo's journey to find his true love! The Venezuelan former pro soccer player made quite an impression while trying to win Desiree's heart. Though he wasn't one of Des's frontrunners, JuanPabs (yes, that's a thing now) became an instant fan favorite. And no, not just because his looks and his accent have all the ladies fanning themselves!

It's obvious we're going to see some seriously hot competition for his heart. Here, just a few of the reasons to watch Juan Pablo's season of The Bachelor ...

More adorableness with his daughter Camila! Unlike someone like Ben Scott who was clearly using his kid as a "look at how great I am" accessory, Juan Pablo is obviously very devoted to his little girl, and I wouldn't be surprised if she makes the occasional appearance via Skype on the show. Thus, we get to see JuanPabs in way cute daddy mode!Mommy wars! Whoever wins JuanPabs's heart is going to have to be a wonderful stepmom to Camila, so everyone vying for his affections is going to have to prove they've got awesome parenting skills.Sexy soccer skills. Make no mistake -- Juan Pablo's going to bring his possible fiancees out onto a football field so they're all like, "David Beckham who?!"The return of ... Zak Waddell?! It's clear from their Instagram duets, Juan Pablo and fellow Bachelorette reject Zak W. have become BFFs. So fans of the Texan drilling engineer will most likely get to see him come back to offer his buddy some sage advice.Miami heat? Juan Pablo may be from Venezuela, but he's settled down in Miami. Would love to see him romance his top contenders in the glitzy, sexy, beachy Magic City!A chance to get to know the dashing, doting dad better. Fans were crazy for the little bit they saw of Juan Pablo. There's no question we're going to be psyched to see even more of him over the coming months.

What are you most excited to see in Juan Pablo's season?

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Former 'Bachelor' Star Has a Baby on the Way!

woensdag 31 juli 2013

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by Mary Fischer 1 hour ago

Well, it looks like congratulations are in order for a former Bachelor we couldn't get enough of during his season!

Andrew Firestone's wife, Ivana, is pregnant with baby number three, so their two kids, Brooks and Anja, who are 4 and 2, respectively, will be gaining a sibling sometime this winter. He told Us Weekly, "We are really excited. Ivana and I feel so blessed to be pregnant and to add another child to the family."

And it sounds like Andrew's kiddos are pretty pumped about the new addition to their family as well. He added, "Brooks and Anja are already arguing as to whether we will be having a boy or a girl, and who gets to hold it first!"

Hmm. Something tells me they'll be singing a different tune once that baby arrives and becomes the center of attention, but still -- it's sweet that they're looking forward to having a brother or sister.

Sigh. Andrew Firestone. (Where the hell was he when I was single?) I've had a soft spot for that dude ever since his season of The Bachelor, and I have to admit -- I was bummed when things didn't work out between him and Jen Schefft.

But it's obvious that his TV romance just wasn't meant to be, based on how happy and in love he and Ivana are and what a beautiful family they've created together. Isn't it funny how things have a way of working out the way they're supposed to?

Congrats to Andrew and Ivana -- we can't wait to "meet" your new little bundle of joy!

Are you surprised that Andrew turned out to be such a family man?

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Juan Pablo Galavis and Zak Waddell Lip-Sync in Sexy Play to Be the Next ‘Bachelor’ (VIDEO)

vrijdag 26 juli 2013

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by Maressa Brown 15 hours ago

If we learned one thing from The Bachelorette season 9 Men Tell All special this week, it's that ladies love them some Juan Pablo! Oh, and also that even though rumors are flying that Juan Pablo is a serious contender to be the next Bachelor, Zak Waddell -- pullin' out his guitar and singing that original country tune to Desiree -- seems to be making a serious play, too! Even if there's some healthy competition between these two reality TV hotties, it looks like they're also friends. Who hang out when they're not shooting something for ABC. With Zak's brother, Denton!

Yesterday, Juan Pablo posted an Instagram video of himself lip-syncing Bruno Mars's "When I Was Your Man" while driving around with Zak and Denton, noting, "First time with Featurings on my #JuanPaMusicVid... Thanks to @realzakwaddell and @dentonwaddell... When I Was Your Man." And yes, it's as OMG-worthy as you're thinking. Check it out ...

Um, yes, I'll take some more of THAT, pleaseee. And it certainly raises the question of whether we will be getting more of that from either Juan Pablo or Zak?! Sure, the boys could have just been having some harmless, non-self-promotional fun here ... But I wouldn't be surprised if ABC is all about floating something like this to see what the fan reaction's like. It's obviously a fun, harmless way to pit the two potential Bachelors against one another and see who the women are more head over heels for. In my humble opinion, there's no competition ... It's studly former soccer player Juan Pablo all the way. 

Thoughts on this priceless vid? Who would you rather see become the next Bachelor?

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