Samantha Riehl left an indelible mark on Farmer Wants A Wife Season 3 while vying for the affections of farmer John Sansone. Since her departure from the show, it’s become evident that John has been struggling to form meaningful connections with the other contestants. From the moment they met during the initial speed dating event, John was clearly captivated by Samantha, failing to recognize early indicators that she might play the role of the season’s antagonist.
The audience quickly labeled Samantha the villain of her season, primarily due to her probing questions on their first date. She expressed to John that loyalty was her top priority, and if he couldn’t match her expectations, she would be prepared to leave. This behavior projected a rather selfish image, and subsequent actions only reinforced that perception. Nevertheless, it appears that John is still emotionally invested in Samantha, which may hinder his ability to connect with other women vying for his heart.
Samantha Embarrasses Farmer John On National Television
Was She Leading Him On?
One of the most surprising moments of this season triggered a wave of speculation regarding Samantha’s intentions. In a turn of events, Samantha declined to kiss John during their first private date. After enjoying a delightful outing, John leaned in for a kiss, inspired by the apparent chemistry between them. However, to both John’s and the viewers’ amazement, Samantha interrupted the moment.
Her reasoning? She believed kissing on camera would be inappropriate if their relationship didn’t blossom, saving her future partner from seeing her affection for another man. Yet, this raises the question of whether Samantha simply wasn’t attracted to John at all. It’s worth noting that as a social media influencer, she might have had additional motives for joining the show, possibly seeking to expand her follower base.
Following Samantha’s self-elimination, John has yet to establish a similar bond with the remaining contestants. This difficulty could stem from the emotional impact of her rejection—especially the blow to his pride from the kiss mishap. In a candid interview with InTouch, John shared his thoughts during that fateful moment:
“I pretty much blacked out when that happened. Then I was obviously a little thrown off and obviously a little angry because I felt somewhat humiliated, especially because you’ve got an entire cast of people just surrounding you and staring at you with their mouths open.”
For John to discover true love, he must learn to move past the disappointment inflicted by Samantha. While he may remain preoccupied with that experience, the other contestants have expressed genuine interest in him. To pursue a meaningful connection, he should remain open to the possibilities surrounding him.
John Wasn’t Expecting Samantha to Leave
He Thought Their Connection Was Stronger
Even though Samantha was open about her intentions to leave once she recognized their incompatibility, John was left in the dark about her decision. During their breakup, Samantha conveyed that she had felt an immediate attraction to him, praising John as one of the finest men she had ever encountered and noting their alignment on several key values.
In many ways, John seemed to embody what Samantha sought in a partner.
Yet, despite these qualities, Samantha concluded that John wasn’t the right match for her. Hence, she opted to depart from Farmer Wants A Wife prematurely, effectively pulling the rug out from under him. John found himself faced with a monumental shift, forced to redirect his attention towards other women far too quickly.
John Doesn’t Have Any Strong Connections Left
Will He Leave Farmer Wants A Wife Single?
While John may not currently be prepared for marriage, some are skeptical about whether he can find genuine love on Farmer Wants A Wife this season. Bringing in a new female contestant chosen by his mother late in the process means he has to divide his limited time with yet another woman, complicating his chances of forming satisfying connections before the show’s conclusion. Additionally, he struggles to manage Kaylee Hane’s emotions, raising concerns about his readiness for more serious commitments.
Regardless of whether John has truly moved on from Samantha, it appears he’s not developing romantic feelings for any of the other contestants. His focus on Samantha seems to have drawn him away from genuine opportunities. Although fans hope for John’s success in finding love on Farmer Wants A Wife, the odds currently do not seem to favor him.
Farmer Wants A Wife airs Thursdays at 9 p.m. EDT on Fox.
Sources: InTouch, Reality Club Fox/Instagram