The premiere of Bachelor in Paradise Season 10 wasted no time diving into the drama, romance, and unexpected twists. From steamy makeouts to shocking eliminations, the episode had it all.
Host Jesse Palmer promised a season like never before, and fans were not disappointed as the group of singles navigated love, attraction, and intense emotions under the sun of Costa Rica.
A New Season Brings Fresh Faces and Romance in the Air
The episode kicked off with the arrival of some familiar faces, starting with Spencer Conley from Jenn Tran’s season of The Bachelorette and Alexe Godin from Grant Ellis’ season of The Bachelor.
As the contestants explored their new resort, which featured a private pool and air-conditioned rooms—a franchise first—connections began to form quickly.
Spencer and Jess Edwards, both from Joey Graziadei’s season, immediately clicked, with Spencer giving Jess a tour of the resort. Jess admitted in her confessional that she had Spencer at the top of her list, and the two shared an undeniable chemistry.
Other contestants followed, including Kyle Howard and Zoe McGrady from Grant’s season, as well as Ricky Marinez, Brian Autz, and Hakeem Moulton from The Bachelorette season 21.
The Storm That Delayed a Date and Created Drama
Things took an unexpected turn when heavy rains and a looming monsoon caused the safety of the group to be a concern. The group was told to return to their rooms, but not before Spencer and Jess shared the first kiss of the season.
Meanwhile, Justin Glaze, who received the first date card, had planned to ask Lexi Godin out, but the weather caused the date to be postponed. “I’m starting to think I’m just bad luck,” he said, disappointed by the turn of events.
New Faces and Old Tensions Stir Up Drama
The second day of the season brought fresh faces and rising tension. Dale Moss, a former contestant from The Bachelorette, arrived and quickly became the center of attention.
When he chose Kat Izzo for a boat date, other women were clearly frustrated. Zoe McGrady even whispered under her breath that Kat had been scheming for the date. The pair enjoyed a beautiful boat ride, but the rest of the group was left to navigate some emotional games that led to confrontation.
When Ricky Marinez didn’t get any “likes” from the group in a game where the contestants rated each other’s traits, tensions boiled over. He and Hakeem Moulton had a screaming match that almost led to Ricky losing his shot with Lexi.
Thankfully, Jesse Palmer interrupted the chaos with the arrival of a new contestant, Sam McKinney, who caused even more stir when he chose Jess for a date card, making Spencer jealous.
The First Rose Ceremony Brings Heartfelt Decisions and Tough Choices
The rose ceremony was filled with emotional decisions. Jess found herself torn between Spencer and Sam, unsure of which connection was stronger. “Love triangles are bound to happen, but I did not want it to be me,” she confessed.
Meanwhile, Lexi found herself uncertain about Justin’s eagerness, as his recent breakup with Susie Evans raised concerns about his readiness for a new relationship. Bailey was also caught between her emotional connection with Kyle and her physical attraction to Jeremy, making the rose ceremony even more challenging.
In the end, the couples that remained were Jess and Spencer, Lexi and Justin, Bailey and Jeremy, Alexe and Jonathan, Kat and Dale, and Zoe and Brian. Hakeem, Kyle, Ricky, and Sam were sent home, marking a tough but inevitable elimination.
The Bachelor in Paradise Season 10 premiere set the stage for a thrilling season of romance, drama, and tough choices.
With love triangles already forming and unexpected challenges ahead, viewers can expect plenty more twists and turns as the contestants navigate the unpredictable world of Bachelor in Paradise. Tune in every Monday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC to see how the season unfolds!
