Litia Garr experienced a shocking moment during the final rose ceremony of The Bachelor Season 29, and her frustration with Grant Ellis is entirely justified. Litia entered the ceremony in the Dominican Republic with the expectation of receiving a proposal, only to be blindsided when Grant revealed he did not see a future with her, ultimately proposing to Juliana Pasquarosa instead.
This season was rife with chaos, characterized by notable contestant drama and the emergence of two main antagonists. Throughout his tenure as the series’ lead, Grant made several questionable choices, including failing to take responsibility for a misunderstanding that resulted in Rose Sombke’s self-elimination. This incident not only showcased his lack of commitment but also left contestants like Litia feeling marginalized and upset by his actions.
Grant Assured Litia Every Step of the Way
He Claimed He Would Choose Her in the End
From early on in his journey, Grant expressed a keen interest in Litia. She was fortunate enough to secure two one-on-one dates—one following a group outing and another during a sought-after trip to Scotland. This was particularly striking given that Zoe McGrady did not receive any one-on-one time, yet still reached the hometown and fantasy suite stages.
Throughout the filming, Grant reportedly reassured Litia about their budding relationship; he even expressed a desire to abandon the show and leave with her. Allegedly, by week three, he was confidently professing that they were meant for each other, which led Litia to believe they would soon be engaged. Unfortunately, while he made these promises, it appears Grant was not as committed as he implied, leaving Litia in a vulnerable position.
Grant Blindsided Litia
He Should Have Given Her a Heads-Up
Litia approached the final rose ceremony under the impression that she would soon be engaged. During their last date, she confidently told Grant about her expectations for the following day—only to be shattered when he did not affirm her hopes. Instead of being candid about his true feelings, Grant chose to reveal his decision at the last moment, catching Litia off guard.
Her reaction to Grant’s behavior is completely rational; he led her on throughout the season, only to reject her in a heart-wrenching manner. It serves as a reminder for future leads to reflect on their responsibilities and approach relationships with greater transparency and care.
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