During the intense finale of The Bachelor Season 29, Litia Garr leveled some serious allegations against Grant Ellis. Initially, Grant chose not to refute Litia’s claims. In a candid moment with host Jesse Palmer, he allowed Litia to express her feelings fully. However, in subsequent comments, Grant revealed a different perspective, indicating a significant disagreement between the two regarding their relationship’s progression. The crux of the issue lies in Litia’s assertion that Grant led her to believe she would receive the final rose, only for him to choose Juliana Pasquarosa instead.
At 31, Grant is a day trader and former basketball player who was previously featured on Jenn Tran’s season of The Bachelorette. After being eliminated before the hometown dates, he transitioned into the lead role of The Bachelor. As Season 29 commenced, excitement grew around Grant, who seemed perfectly crafted to captivate Bachelor Nation. His immediate attraction to Litia was evident, leading to her positioning as a top contender in his final two choices. Nevertheless, when he ultimately selected another contestant for the final rose, Litia’s subsequent accusations prompted Grant’s response.
Litia Accused Grant of Leading Her On
“Oh My Gosh, We’re Getting Engaged Tomorrow”
Confident stepping into the climactic final rose ceremony, Litia looked straight into the camera during the finale, exuding faith that an engagement was on the horizon. When Grant shocked her with the breakup, she revealed her feelings of betrayal, stating, “Grant and I had discussed that day extensively, and he consistently expressed that it would be us.” Litia described even envisioning their engagement as early as their first one-on-one date in Los Angeles, recalling how Grant’s last words to her were encouraging affirmations of love and anticipation for their future together.
As she recounted her experience, Litia maintained that Grant had indicated an eagerness to conclude the season ahead of schedule, believing she was the one for him. This deep connection left her blindsided by his final decision.
Grant & Juliana Finally Responded to Litia’s Claims
“I Wish Her Well”
Throughout the finale, Grant refrained from challenging Litia’s statements, allowing her to share her perspective uninterrupted. Later, he provided an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, where he expressed disagreement with her recounting of events. “While I respect her viewpoint, I won’t engage in an argument regarding her interpretation of our conversations,” he stated.
“I believe our differing reactions stem from our unique journeys through this process, which naturally yield different perspectives.”
Did Grant Mislead or Did Litia Misread?
He Said, She Said
Litia is not the first contestant to feel misled by the twists and turns of The Bachelor, and she certainly won’t be the last. The inherent nature of the reality show often leads to such perceptions of deception. While Litia’s feelings of betrayal are understandable, it does not inherently imply that Grant acted inappropriately. Some fans criticized Grant’s comment regarding choosing Juliana for their more “fun”relationship, but that does not diminish the authenticity of his feelings for Litia. Ultimately, Litia should focus on moving forward, as she embodies qualities that make her a desirable partner capable of finding love.
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Grant Ellis |
31 years |
Day Trader |
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Litia Garr |
31 years |
Venture Capitalist |
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Juliana Pasquarosa |
28 years |
Client Service Associate |
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Sources: Us Weekly