No, The Bachelorette Is Not Canceled, but Why Is It Delayed in 2025?

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Are you curious if ‘The Bachelorette‘ will be discontinued in 2025? The recent change in its typical schedule has left fans speculating about its production, network decisions, and potential new leads. Regardless of how closely you’ve been watching or just casually tuning in, there are many aspects to consider regarding the show’s future and casting speculations.

Let’s break down what’s confirmed, what’s rumored, and what it means for the next season.

Is The Bachelorette canceled or delayed in 2025?

The Bachelorette will take a break during the summer of 2025, as confirmed by ABC. Instead of airing a new season in their regular summer schedule, they have chosen to postpone it. It appears that production for Season 22 has yet to start. (Based on Deadline’s report)

This decision presents an unusual gap in the ongoing series that’s been airing summer seasons since 2008. ABC hasn’t clarified the reason yet, but rumors hint it might be to hand over the timeslot to The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2, which caters to a similar demographic. Interestingly, the show took a break in 2006 and 2007 as well.

In 2024, Season 21 of The Bachelorette showcased Jenn Tran as its lead – the first Asian American to do so. She picked Devin Strader during the final rose ceremony, but they are no longer a couple. Meanwhile, The Bachelor’s current season, starring Grant Ellis, is set to air its finale on March 24, unaffected by any changes in programming.

Who is the next Bachelorette?

According to reports from Just Jared, while ABC hasn’t made an official announcement about who will be the next Bachelorette, it appears that a lead has allegedly been chosen prior to the production pause. This information was shared by former Bachelorettes Trista Sutter and Rachel Recchia on a podcast.

From the last season of “The Bachelor” hosted by Grant Ellis, Litia Garr, who came in second place, is being whispered as a possible choice for the lead role. She was quite popular during Season 29 and even talked about her breakup on “After the Final Rose.” Although it hasn’t been officially announced yet, she has not dismissed the possibility of rejoining the franchise.

31-year-old Litia, a Mormon, could potentially become the first Bachelorette to represent her faith if selected. She made clear her dedication to her beliefs on the show and expressed her eagerness to find love once more, even after a previous breakup. As of now, ABC has not disclosed any details about when or if the next season will start, nor who the main lead might be.

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2025-03-25 08:11