"That was brutal" — The Golden Bachelorette fans react to Pascal ending his relationship with Joan

The Golden Bachelorette released a new episode on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. The segment saw Joan and her final three suitors head to Tahiti for their overnight dates to enjoy quality time in the Fantasy Suites. However, one cast member decided to call it quits with Joan, unable to move on from his ex-partner.

In the latest episode, Pascal confided in host Jesse Palmer about his ex-partner. He revealed he was in an on-and-off relationship with her until last year. Although he participated in the show to give love another try, he quickly realized he was not over his ex.

Pascal's uncertainties peaked when he and Joan engaged in a Tahitian bonding ceremony that resembled a wedding. At that moment, he concluded he was not ready to start a committed relationship with Joan. Consequently, he asked her for a one-on-one conversation, where he confessed he was not in love with her and wanted to remain friends. As Pascal left the show, Joan revealed she felt like a "failure."

The Golden Bachelorette fans took to X to react to Pascal's exit. While some were not surprised by his change of heart, others were critical of his decision to convey the news so close to the finish line. A fan wrote:

""I know what true love is and I don't feel that for you" - pascal poor Joan that was brutal."

""I care about you as a friend" damn pascal," another fan wrote.

"Why do I feel like pascal is breaking up with me," a netizen tweeted.

Many The Golden Bachelorette fans believed Pascal was not committed to Joan from the beginning. They were not surprised by his decision to end his romantic relationship with her. Some even wondered how he made it to the final three.

"Pascal knew damn well he wasn't ready for any of this, yet he accepted rose after rose from Joan. Those roses could have gone to men who really wanted to be there. Joan was foolish to keep him around so long." A user reacted.

"I don't think Pascal would have been the final guy out of the three left anywaysssss. I think Joan was caught off guard and hurt that feelings weren't reciprocated. It sucks to be rejected." A person commented.

"PASCAL is breaking up with Joan????? How did he even make it this far." Another fan wrote.

At the same time, some The Golden Bachelorette fans were unimpressed by Pascal not recognizing his true feelings earlier in the show.

"pascal... shocked that he had to talk about his "feeling and emotions" when hes in the TOP 3????!!!" A user tweeted.

"Honestly, I wasn't expecting Pascal to absolutely friend zone her, and say there was zero spark. The week after he introduced her to his family???" A netizen reacted.

"Pascal came on the show, showed off his abs, and bounced as soon as it got real." Another netizen commented.

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"I care about you as a friend" — The Golden Bachelorette star Pascal breaks up with Joan

During his meeting with Jesse, Pascal confessed he was "very much in love" with his ex-partner. However, their "wonderful experience" went south, and the couple soon broke up. While reflecting on that relationship, The Golden Bachelorette star said, "I want to move on, but I'm having a tough time."

Despite reminiscing about his ex, Pascal appeared to be sure of his connection with Joan. He said he was excited for their date and looked forward to leaving the show with a "lifetime partner."

After participating in a Tahitian bonding ceremony with Joan, Pascal began second-guessing his commitment to her. The ritual involved discussing one's "feelings and emotions," which Pascal was not ready for. He concluded he could not proceed any further with The Golden Bachelorette.

Naturally, Pascal demanded a "deep" conversation with Joan later in the day, hoping to divulge his true feelings. He shared how hurt he was after breaking up with his ex last year and that his daughter signed him up for The Golden Bachelorette soon after. He confessed he was unsure how long he would last in the show, and after reaching the final three, he wondered, "Why am I here? Why me?"

Pascal admitted he did not want to hurt her feelings because he deeply cared for her. Consequently, he stated:

"I care about you as a friend. But I'm not in love... I need that spark, and I just don't have it. I just - I'm sorry."

He reassured her he was "a phone call away" before hugging her goodbye. The former pair exchanged "I love yous" and bid farewell to each other.

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The Golden Bachelorette airs Wednesdays at 8 pm ET only on ABC.