With The Bachelor Season 29 nearing its dramatic conclusion, leading man Grant Ellis is growing weary of fan backlash over his music career. Ellis, who released a song called “Party Girl” on Spotify ahead of the season premiere, has faced relentless scrutiny from viewers questioning his intentions. Many fans suspect he joined the show primarily to boost his music career rather than find true love; a belief further fueled when he performed on the piano in an early episode.
Ellis has now addressed the controversy, making it clear that he believes his aspirations in music do not contradict his sincerity in seeking love. In an Instagram Story, he shared a photo of himself covering his eyes with his hand, accompanied by the caption: “Is it possible to want love and get married but also drop bangers every once in a while [crying laughing emoji]. Asking Bachelor Nation.” He also included a poll, in which 73% of respondents supported his stance, while 27% remained skeptical.
What Does Ellis’ Pushback on the Backlash Mean?
As The Bachelor Season 29 finale approaches, Ellis is on the verge of making his final decision between Juliana Pasquarosa and Litia Garr. However, previews suggest he’s struggling with uncertainty, raising speculation about whether he may end up leaving the show alone. Even if he does propose, fans have questioned whether his engagement has already ended. Regardless of the outcome, one thing remains clear: Ellis is eager to continue pursuing music, though he’s growing frustrated with ongoing criticism.
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This shift in focus suggests Ellis is looking beyond the franchise, potentially positioning himself for a post-Bachelor career in music. With his time in the spotlight winding down, he appears intent on leveraging his fame to build momentum in the industry. While some fans argue that his pursuit of music diminishes his sincerity on the show, others have embraced his artistry, with many agreeing that he can balance both passions. The results of his Instagram poll indicate that the majority believe it’s possible to do both.
Ellis Seeks Validation from Bachelor Nation
Ellis’ season has been filled with controversy, largely due to how he has been portrayed, an indecisive lead leaving broken hearts in his wake. This perception, coupled with The Bachelor‘s historically low success rate (with only three couples still together, Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici, Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar, and Joey Graziadei and Kelsey Anderson), has fueled skepticism about his true intentions. When fans discovered that he had released a song before the premiere, many were quick to question his motives.
However, as the season progressed, some viewers have begun to see Ellis in a different light. Many now believe he genuinely joined the show for love, making his recent Instagram Story an attempt to win over doubters as his journey comes to an end. Whether or not his music career takes off depends on audience support, and Ellis appears determined to prove he doesn’t have to choose between love and music. The Bachelor lead believes he can have it all and only time will tell if he’s right.
Where to Watch The Bachelor Season 29?
New episodes of The Bachelor air Mondays at 8 p.m. EDT on ABC. If you miss the live broadcast, you can stream The Bachelor Season 29 on Hulu the day after it airs, with new episodes becoming available on the platform the following day.
