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This Week in Bachelor Nation: Roses, Restraining Orders, and Casting Chaos

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We dive into the legal and casting chaos shaking up Bachelor Nation. Restraining orders, shocking allegations, and major casting missteps have brought unexpected drama to the forefront. We unpack Devin’s statement, Gil Hernandez’s controversies, and the broader issues within the casting process. Are the producers pushing the limits of contestants’ rights in their pursuit of drama? Plus, we sit down with screenwriter and director Yulin Kuang to talk about her journey from Bachelor fan to filmmaker, her thoughts on reality TV as a social experiment, and how it influences her work. And don’t miss our countdown of the top parasocial plays of the week—this one’s full of surprises!


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