The Circle season 7 aired episodes 5-8 on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. In episode 5, Garret and Jadejha connected in a private chat. While the latter initially wanted to know Garret's thoughts about the other players, their conversation took a turn as they discussed their life journeys.
Garret opened up about his fitness journey, while Jadejha confided in him about her turbulent past and abuse. Her story made The Circle season 7 cast member cry. In response, Garret offered her comforting words and told her he would always be there for her.
After watching the episode and Garret and Jadejha's conversation, fans of the reality show commented on X. One person wrote:
"That interaction with @Jadejha and garret was a tear jerker."
"Jadejha, I hope you're better now. The conversation with Garret was strooong," a fan commented.
"Not Jadejha and Garret's convo making me sob," a tweet read.
The Circle season 7 fans praised Jadejha for being vulnerable on camera:
"I'm loving Jadejha in this game. I appreciate her sharing her story as well. Madelyn's bullsh*t should eat her alive for however long she stays in this game," a person wrote.
"Garret and Jadejha got me in here bawling," a fan commented.
"Jadejha’s life story to Garrett was heartbreaking. She’s been through a lot but it molded her into the woman she is today," a tweet read.
The Circle season 7 fans further said:
"Girl, I saw the conversation with Garret and I love you even more. your a strong amazing woman <3 all the love and hope you take home this win girl," a person wrote.
"Love how transparent was with Garrett! You made it sis! I’m proud of you! I definitely know the struggle!" a fan commented.
The Circle season 7: Jadejha opens up about her past
In The Circle season 7 aired four new episodes this week on Wednesday, September 17, 2024. In episode 5, Garret and Jadejha got to know each other better in a private chat and opened up a little about their pasts.
The male cast member told Jadejha about his fitness journey and how he initially started with "disordered eating." He said that he wanted to make sure nobody else followed in his footsteps. The Circle star Jadejha spoke to Garret about how she began working out and revealed that she started exercising to avoid looking unwell.
Jadejha said that she was "homeless" for a period of time before she went to a group home. She mentioned that she knew she couldn't go "back to different forms of abuse" and "violence" that she grew up around. Garret began crying after reading about The Circle season 7 cast member's backstory.
Jadejha added that she believed her message was the right way to go since she wanted to show Garrett she was "genuine." She told the cameras that sometimes she wanted to give the younger version of herself a hug since she "went through it."
The cast member thanked Jadejha for sharing her story with him. Garrett added that while nothing he went through could compare to her backstory, he assured her that he would always be there for her. The two reflected upon the conversation and said that it felt like they found a friend in one another that would extend beyond the competition.
Fans of the Netflix show reacted to the conversation online and praised Jadejha for being open about her past.
Episodes 1-8 of The Circle season 7 are available to stream on Netflix.