If you’re anything like me, you’ve been eagerly awaiting the return of our beloved guilty pleasure, ‘Bachelor in Paradise.’ Well, the wait is finally over! The fourth season of this reality TV gem is about to hit our screens, and I’m here to give you all the juicy details.
For those who are new to the ‘Bachelor’ universe, ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ is a spin-off of the popular ‘Bachelor’ and ‘Bachelorette’ series. It brings together previous contestants from these shows, giving them another shot at finding love in a tropical paradise. The drama, the romance, the heartbreak – it’s all part of the package, and it’s what makes this show so addictive.
We’ve finally got an official premiere date for Bachelor in Paradise Season 4!
After a lot of production back-and-forth following allegations of “misconduct” between cast members Corinne Olympios and DeMario Jackson, the show returned to filming in late June 2017.
Now that that’s wrapped — and a reunion special has been set! — we have a trailer and a day to start tuning in. Actually, it’s two days!
ABC announced that the fourth season of the summer spin-off will kick off on Monday, August 14 at 8 p.m. ET — just one week after the Bachelorette 2017 finale.
It doesn’t stop there, either, as the following day, Tuesday, August 15, will feature a second episode for a Paradise-packed week!
Guess the schedule won’t be that different after all (the original premiere was set for August 8).
Set your DVRs, folks — and in the meantime, click through for more on the new season’s premiere.
If the previous seasons are anything to go by, we’re in for a wild ride. The show is known for its unexpected twists and turns, and I have no doubt that this season will deliver on that front. We can expect to see familiar faces, new romances, and of course, plenty of drama.
ABC announced that the fourth season of the summer spin-off will kick off on Monday, August 14 at 8 p.m. ET — just one week after the Bachelorette 2017 finale.
It doesn’t stop there, either, as the following day, Tuesday, August 15, will feature a second episode for a Paradise-packed week!
Guess the schedule won’t be that different after all (the original premiere was set for August 8).
Set your DVRs, folks — and in the meantime, click through for more on the new season’s premiere.
The good news is Bachelor in Paradise is coming back for a fourth season.
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The bad news? The Season 4 premiere will be later than we first planned for, after allegations of “misconduct” between cast members Corinne Olympios and DeMario Jackson caused filming to be suspended.
Hey, at least we get something, right?
We don’t know much yet, though it’s safe to say that the original August 8 premiere is no more.
Insiders tell Variety that now, the show will debut at an as-yet-undisclosed date “later this summer.”
Filming is said to be recommencing on June 22 or 23, nearly three weeks after the show originally kicked off.
If they start from scratch, which it sounds like they will, the show will likely shoot for about 18 days after that.
With that in mind, production will conclude in the second week of July — way too close to the original premiere.
Still, our hope is they can turn it around in about a month with the first episode airing in mid-to-late August.
Fingers crossed!
Bachelor in Paradise is all anyone can talk about — and it’s still months away!
Luckily, we now know exactly when the Season 4 premiere will take place, so we can mentally prepare for all of the boozy Bachelor Nation hookups (and set our DVR season passes).
ABC announced this week the fourth outing of the summer spin-off will premiere on Tuesday, August 8.
History then tells us the Bachelorette 2017 finale will air the previous night, on August 7.
That means just 24 hours after Rachel Lindsay (hopefully!) introduces her handsome new fiancé to the world on After the Final Rose, we’ll be thrown back into the drama.
In fact, we’ll almost certainly see some of the Dallas lawyer’s Season 13 cast-offs enter the dating fray in Paradise.
What else do we know so far about the new season?
For one, Corinne Olympios is probably coming — (fake?) boyfriend be damned!
Meanwhile, her fellow franchise villain Chad Johnson is sadly no longer on the cast.
However, we suspect he and showrunner Mike Fleiss might be faking us out for the surprise factor.
Then, there’s JoJo Fletcher’s former contestant James Taylor, who plans to take his reformed player ways to Mexico.
Jury’s still out on pal Luke Pell, though, who’s suffered a bit of an image blow of late.
Of course, there are the certainties, like we know Nick Viall’s runner-up Raven Gates is in the mix — and sure to be a hot commodity.
And finally, and most importantly, Chris Harrison will be at the helm, decked out in his bathrobe with a mimosa in hand (just kidding!).
Bachelor in Paradise Season 4 premieres Tuesday, August 8 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
One of the things I love about ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ is how it gives contestants a second chance at love. It’s always interesting to see how these individuals navigate their relationships in a completely different setting. And let’s not forget about the rose ceremonies – those are always a highlight!
As a seasoned viewer of the ‘Bachelor’ franchise, I’m particularly excited to see how the dynamics will play out this season. Will old rivalries resurface? Will unexpected alliances form? Only time will tell.
Final Words
So, there you have it, folks. The fourth season of ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ is almost upon us, and I, for one, cannot wait. Get ready for a season filled with romance, drama, and more than a few surprises. See you in Paradise!
Remember, the key to enjoying ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ is to expect the unexpected. So buckle up, because it’s going to be a bumpy ride!
