The Bachelor: I'm Convinced Producer Interference May Have Influenced Grant Ellis' Final Decision (Did He Settle For Juliana?)

As Grant approached the finale of The Bachelor season 29, he was burdened with indecision. Two contestants remained: Juliana Pasquarosa and Litia Garr. He harbored love for both women but waited until the last second to make his decision. Grant, after continuously professing his love for Litia, chose Juliana. Litia was devastated. Grant’s inability to decipher his feelings and manipulation of Litia raise red flags. However, I believe that the producers influenced this questionable decision.

Grant Was Torn The Day Of The Final Rose Ceremony

Grant Was Pushed To Make A Decision

Grant was down to the wire when making this monumental decision. In the events leading up to the finale, he assuaged both of their concerns. Neither party had any doubts the leading man would propose, as Grant professed his love. Subsequently, the last elimination proved heartbreaking.

While Grant struggled with this decision, the producers pushed him to the limit. In the confessional, when Grant asked for a moment, the team responded, “We do need to head out.” This deadline was only imposed for entertainment reasons.

Grant’s mind wasn’t made up when he reached Jesse Palmer outside of the Proposal Platform. The host did little to soften the blow as he pushed Grant to make a decision. Upon seeing Grant, Jesse said to him, “Both women are on their way here right now. I really need to know which one to send first." Jesse didn’t intend to worsen the situation, but this strict shooting schedule pressured him equally.

In an ideal scenario, Grant could have taken some time to consider his options more clearly. I believe if Grant received some leniency, he may have made a different decision. The lead seemed to have a stronger connection with Litia.

Grant Seemed All In WIth Litia Before The Final Rose Ceremony

Grant’s Backpedaling Doesn’t Make Sense

Throughout the season, Grant continuously assured Litia he loved her and she was the one. He showed no shadow of a doubt in this conviction, so when Grant backed out of his promise on the Proposal Platform, Litia was understandably irate. In the Thunderdome, Litia would reveal his manipulation.

On the other hand, Grant and Juliana seemed to have reached a stagnant moment in their relationship. When Juliana went to visit his family, Grant’s mother was unimpressed that Juliana couldn’t express her love for him. Additionally, shortly before the proposal, Grant asked her if she felt ready for an engagement.

Her response was lackluster, saying, "What I can at least promise you moving forward is that I will do my best to handle your heart with care." Grant and Juliana don’t seem as prepared for the commitment. Litia knew what she wanted. His sudden change of heart and proposal to Juliana hints at some producer interference.

Was Grant’s Mind Clear For This Decision?

Producers Wanted Grant To Stir Up Drama 

Grant’s deadline may have impacted his final decision. Although Grant seemed to be in emotional turmoil, this high-intensity, last-minute, dramatic reveal made great television. I would argue that most audiences were shocked to see Grant drop Litia after weeks of assuaging her.

While Grant may have heavily considered both women, his final decision seemed too dramatic to be authentic. I think producer interference played a role in the outcome of The Bachelor season 29. Litia seemed to be Grant’s best match, but he and Juliana shared a strong connection as well. Either way, Grant will have some explaining to do. Only time will tell if Juliana can look past his blunders.