Season 29 of ABC’s The Bachelor Concludes with Emotional Finales
The highly anticipated conclusion of ABC’s reality show, The Bachelor, took place on Monday, March 24, 2025, marking the end of its 29th season. The finale saw Grant Ellis, the season’s frontrunner, declare his love and propose to his chosen partner, leaving a trail of mixed emotions among the contestants.
Grant’s Difficult Choices and Final Proposal
Throughout the season, Grant methodically narrowed down his options, creating suspense as he eliminated contestants he felt less connected to. Ultimately, on the final engagement day, he faced the challenge of choosing between Litia and Juliana. Despite his strong bond with Litia, he confidently declared Juliana as his “person,”leading to an emotional farewell with Litia.
After the Final Rose: Litia’s Disappointment and Reflections
During the After the Final Rose segment, Litia expressed her dismay over Grant’s choice, revealing how certain she felt about her position throughout their shared journey. She recounted conversations that led her to believe she would be the one receiving the proposal. Addressing the show’s host, Jesse Palmer, she explained she was caught off guard by Grant’s feelings of conflict on proposal day. Litia recounted a poignant moment that highlighted her expectations:
“I know it’s you. I could stop the whole show right now. It’s you. That’s how confident I feel.”
The Impact of the Breakup
Looking back at the televised breakup, Litia admitted that rewatching the moment felt surreal, as if her reality had been upended. She stressed that their numerous discussions about engagement had solidified her belief that Grant would choose her. Sharing events from the night before the proposal, she reflected on her certainty when she told Grant farewell, affirming their impending engagement.
Communication Breakdown Between Litia and Grant
Questioned about her feelings post-breakup, Litia noted that she had shared much of her past with Grant, emphasizing that her intentions on the show were serious. She felt reassured by many of Grant’s promises and shared aspirations, indicating a deep connection had been established. However, she confronted him about withholding critical questions until the end, emphasizing:
“He didn’t choose to raise those serious questions until the end… it was not new information,”she added.
Litia and Grant’s Tense Reunion
During their reunion on stage, Litia reminded Grant of her warnings against making promises he couldn’t uphold. Expressing her disappointment, she claimed he escalated the emotional stakes without being truthful. She pointedly referenced his declarations of love:
“You told me I was your #1 connection…that from the first group date you told me I was your wife…you never let up up until the last night,”she stated.
Grant’s Apology and Justifications
In response, Grant clarified his feelings for Litia, admitting he did love her but found himself in a challenging predicament. He apologized for the pain caused to both her and her family, acknowledging that he often spoke prematurely about their future.
Juliana’s Perspective and Assurance
Amid the emotional fallout, Grant’s fiancée, Juliana, addressed Litia’s comments during an interview with People Magazine. She expressed that despite feeling deeply for Grant, she was acutely aware of his connection with Litia, which gave her a sense of security amid the competition:
“I felt secure because I knew there was a ’50-50 chance’ of him choosing me.”
Catch Up with The Bachelor Season 29
For those who missed the finale or wish to relive the dramatic moments, the entire season of The Bachelor season 29 is available for streaming on Hulu.