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Bachelor in Paradise season 8 aired a dramatic final installment of the finale episode on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at 8 pm ET on ABC.
The two-hour episode documented the cast members as they got together to hash out differences and confront each other on issues that transpired throughout the season. While some couples provided updates on life after the show, others opened up about controversies and break-ups.
Season 8 of Bachelor in Paradise saw some of the most popular Bachelor Nation stars give love another shot on the show. While some formed an initial connection that lasted until the end, others witnessed heartbreaks that were hashed out in the reunion episode. From Kate's comments about Logan to Johnny and Victoria's break-up, there was a lot for viewers to witness tonight.
The official synopsis of the episode reads:
"After addressing the controversies of split week and the most tumultuous love triangles on the beach, Jesse Palmer provides a look back at the remaining couples’ final days in Paradise. Will their journeys end in engagement or heartbreak? And where do they stand today? All will be revealed on the season finale."
Check out the most dramatic highlights from the reunion episode.
5 important updates on Bachelor in Paradise season 8 reunion
As the cast members graced the show together for one last time, host Jesse Palmer asked all the important questions. From updates about their love lives, controversies, and messy break-ups, a lot happened on tonight's episode, causing a significant amount of drama, leaving its viewers jaw-dropped on updates.
1) Logan confronts Kate on her comments
After the Split Week twist on Bachelor in Paradise, Logan found himself building a connection with newcomer Kate, leading to a messy break-up with Shanae. What initially seemed like a strong connection between them soon went downhill after Kate's comments.
She called him a "boy," accused him of driving an orange Honda and not having an established career.
Kate apologized for the way her comments came across and explained that it was privately spoken to her girlfriends on the beach. However, Logan defended himself and stated that her comments really showed who she was.
2) Eliza confesses to having feelings for Rodney
As host Jesse Palmer addressed "one of the most intense and unpredictable love triangles of the entire summer," Eliza opened up about her feelings towards Rodney and Justin.
After looking back on their moments, Rodney seemed visibly heartbroken and revealed that he saw his future with Eliza but was utterly embarrassed. The latter had given her rose to Rodney, but confessed to having stronger feelings for Justin and eventually breaking up with her former connection.
On tonight's Bachelor in Paradise finale, Eliza confessed to being heartbroken after watching the flashbacks, and also stated that she still had feelings for Rodney. She apologized for not making him feel like he's enough while Rodney wished her the best and confessed to being on his healing journey.
3) Victoria confirms her relationship with Greg Grippo on Bachelor in Paradise
Although Victoria and Johnny got engaged on Bachelor in Paradise, the latter revealed that they had broken up. This was after rumors began swirling that Victoria was in a full-blown relationship with Greg Grippo (from Katie Thurston's season of The Bachelorette), while the former couple were working through their issues.
Victoria denied the accusations and revealed that her relationship with Johnny had become too toxic, and that he had called her names, which led her to end the engagement. Johnny explained his stance, but ultimately accepted that the conversation was leading them nowhere, while Victoria confirmed her relationship with Greg.
The couple looked happy as Greg stepped out for the first time and solidified his relationship with her. The duo discussed their pictures and maintained that it was well after Victoria had ended her engagement with Johnny on Bachelor in Paradise. The duo also showed off their matching tattoos as a way of making it official.
4) A look into few other relationship dynamics
Kira left the beach with Romeo, and the duo revealed that they were still together in the reunion episode. Jacob and Jill confessed to being open to a relationship and decided to give each other a chance.
Aaron and Genevieve sat down to talk alongside Jesse Palmer and addressed their break-up. They confessed to having issues while also being in love and having an equal share of faults for their break-up. They ended the conversation with a hug and remained cordial. While Tyler and Brittany also broke up, their conversation only caused more misunderstandings.
5) Two couples stayed strong together after Bachelor in Paradise filming
Michael and Danielle walked in holding hands and confessed to being very much together at the reunion episode of Bachelor in Paradise. While Danielle revealed that she was moving to Ohio, she explained that the couple weren't moving in as of yet. Michael mentioned that his son James had met Danielle and loved her. The couple officially confessed their love for each other and sealed it with a kiss.
Viewers witnessed their fan favorite couple Brandon and Serene get engaged on the show. The couple were offered by Jesse Palmer to get married, however, they explained at the reunion that they wanted their parents to be a part of the wedding, and that will happen when the time is right.
Season 8 of Bachelor in Paradise has finally come to an end. The cast members have provided all the necessary updates, keeping viewers engrossed in drama. Jesse Palmer announced the new installment of The Bachelor with Zach Shallcross as the lead is to premiere on January 23, 2023.
Keep watching the space for more details.
