Topic: The Bachelor 26: Clayton Echard

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SEASON PREMIERE

MONDAY, JANUARY 3, 2022

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Former Bachelor and football player Jesse Palmer will be the new permanent host of The Bachelor.

Link: https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/jesse-palmer-the-bachelor-host-chris-harrison-replacement-1235075856/

(Note: Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe still host The Bachelorette.)

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First promo of the new season of The Bachelor

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ABC Press Release

Following an emotional and tear-stained exit from Michelle’s season of “The Bachelorette,” Clayton Echard will step into the role of “The Bachelor” for the show’s upcoming 26th season, kicking off the series’ landmark 20th year. Clayton was first introduced to audiences on the current season of “The Bachelorette,” where he showed off his rugged good looks and Viking-level athleticism while managing to charm even the harshest of critics—a group of fifth-grade students. He is a puppy-loving goofball with a heart of gold (and surprisingly good dance moves) who is ready to find the love of his life. Clayton’s journey as “The Bachelor” premieres on the previously announced date of MONDAY, JAN. 3 (8:00-10:00 p.m.), on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/clayton-echard-set-as-leading-man-for-season-26-of-the-bachelor-premiering-jan-3-on-abc/

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Sneak Peek: 'The Bachelor' 2022 with Clayton Echard - The Bachelorette

Clayton Echard is the new Bachelor for 2022, and we've got a sneak peek at his season -- which could be the most dramatic ever. Beware of spoilers, but we just couldn't wait to share!

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ABC Press Release

“2601” – Clayton Echard’s journey to find love kicks off! For the first time in two years, 31 women arrive at Bachelor Mansion ready to make their grand entrances and first impressions for the man they hope could be their future husband. New host Jesse Palmer returns to the franchise to welcome Clayton and guide him through his first evening full of dramatic ups, downs and everything in between. But before the first limo even arrives, a shocking franchise first will have Clayton clutching a rose and questioning everything on “The Bachelor,” airing MONDAY, JAN. 3 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on ABC. (TV-PG, DL) Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-season-premiere-2601-1-3/

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Full Trailer: "The Bachelor" 2022 with Clayton Echard

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Full Season Preview

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 1 Blog

Link: https://ew.com/tv/recaps/the-bachelor-season-26-episode-1/

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ABC Press Release



“2602” – Clayton moves forward in his journey to find love with the 22 incredible women who remain. After moving into the Bachelor Mansion for the first time since the pandemic began, these eligible singles are ready to kick off a week of dates! On the season’s first group date, celebrity guest Hilary Duff enlists the help of the ladies to throw a dream Beverly Hills birthday party, but when one woman is more interested in spending time with Clayton than the kids, the others have strong feelings to share. Later, one lucky lady flies high with Clayton on the first one-on-one date featuring a surprise musical performance by Amanda Jordan; and Ziwe stops by the second group date to help Clayton spot potential red flags among his bachelorettes. After the dates have all ended, a major storm brews heading into the cocktail party when a shocking secret about a woman who already has a rose is revealed. Will Clayton be forced to do something that no other Bachelor has ever done before? Find out on “The Bachelor,” airing MONDAY, JAN. 10 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

The 22 women who will vie for Clayton’s heart are the following:

    Cassidy, 26, an executive recruiter from Los Angeles, Calif.

    Eliza, 25, a marketing manager from Berlin, Germany

    Elizabeth, 32, a real estate advisor from Highlands Ranch, Colo.

    Ency, 28, a sales manager from Burbank, Calif.

    Gabby, 30, an ICU nurse from Denver, Colo.

    Genevieve, 26, a bartender from Los Angeles, Calif.

    Hunter, 28, a human resources specialist from Charlotte, N.C.

    Jill, 26, an architectural historian from Scituate, R.I.

    Kate, 32, a real estate agent from Lake Hollywood, Calif.

    Kira, 32, a physician from Philadelphia, Pa.

    Lyndsey W., 28 an industrial sales representative from Houston, Texas

    Mara, 32, an entrepreneur from Collingswood, N.J.

    Marlena, 30, a former Olympian from Virginia Beach, Va.

    Melina, 27, a personal trainer from West Hollywood, Calif.

    Rachel, 25, a flight instructor from Clermont, Fla.

    Sarah, 23, a wealth management advisor from New York City, N.Y.

    Serene, 26, an elementary school teacher from Oklahoma City, Okla.

    Shanae, 29, a recruiter from Sycamore, Ohio

    Sierra, 26, a recruiting coordinator from Dallas, Texas

    Susie, 28, a wedding videographer from Virginia Beach, Va.

    Teddi, 24, a surgical unit nurse from Highland, Calif.

    Tessa, 26, a human resources specialist from Stamford, Conn.



Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-2602-1-10/

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 2 Blog

Link: https://ew.com/tv/recaps/the-bachelor-season-26-episode-2/

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ABC Press Release

“2603” – Following last week’s cliffhanger, Clayton confronts one of the women about a shocking rumor involving her, but will her explanation check out, or will Clayton break tradition and take back a rose? Later, Kaitlyn Bristowe pays a surprise visit, leading an emotional date where Clayton and the women bravely open up about their insecurities. Becca Kufrin stops by to plan an extreme scavenger hunt for the one-on-one date in downtown Los Angeles; and back at the mansion, one of the ladies unknowingly sets off a new set of drama dominoes when she cooks the house a shrimp snack. Then, it’s time to kick up some sand when former “Baywatch” star Nicole Eggert takes the second group-date ladies through some romantic lifeguard training; but when the date doesn’t end as expected, one disappointed woman is ready to make waves yet again. Will Clayton reward her efforts to protect him by giving her the group date rose or be pushed to his limits? Find out on “The Bachelor,” airing MONDAY, JAN. 24 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

The 22 women who will vie for Clayton’s heart are the following:

    Cassidy, 26, an executive recruiter from Los Angeles, Calif.
    Eliza, 25, a marketing manager from Berlin, Germany
    Elizabeth, 32, a real estate advisor from Highlands Ranch, Colo.
    Ency, 28, a sales manager from Burbank, Calif.
    Gabby, 30, an ICU nurse from Denver, Colo.
    Genevieve, 26, a bartender from Los Angeles, Calif.
    Hunter, 28, a human resources specialist from Charlotte, N.C.
    Jill, 26, an architectural historian from Scituate, R.I.
    Kate, 32, a real estate agent from Lake Hollywood, Calif.
    Kira, 32, a physician from Philadelphia, Pa.
    Lyndsey W., 28 an industrial sales representative from Houston, Texas
    Mara, 32, an entrepreneur from Collingswood, N.J.
    Marlena, 30, a former Olympian from Virginia Beach, Va.
    Melina, 27, a personal trainer from West Hollywood, Calif.
    Rachel, 25, a flight instructor from Clermont, Fla.
    Sarah, 23, a wealth management advisor from New York City, N.Y.
    Serene, 26, an elementary school teacher from Oklahoma City, Okla.
    Shanae, 29, a recruiter from Sycamore, Ohio
    Sierra, 26, a recruiting coordinator from Dallas, Texas
    Susie, 28, a wedding videographer from Virginia Beach, Va.
    Teddi, 24, a surgical unit nurse from Highland, Calif.
    Tessa, 26, a human resources specialist from Stamford, Conn.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-2603-1-24/

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 3 Blog

Link: https://ew.com/tv/recaps/the-bachelor-season-26-episode-3/

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ABC Press Release

“2604” – Shrimp-gate boils over into another week! Clayton takes it upon himself to pull Shanae and Elizabeth aside in an attempt to settle their dispute, but when the two become heated, frustration mounts and he cancels the cocktail party. Will the two bitter rivals survive the rose ceremony, or will both be sent packing? Then, for the first time in two years, “The Bachelor” jet sets around the globe on the journey to find love! At their first destination – Houston, Texas, Clayton gets a surprise visit from his best friend before his one-on-one date, where it’s time for a downhome Texas-style family barbecue followed by a surprise musical performance from country band Restless Road. Later, one woman overhears the others plotting to get her sent home, so stakes are especially high when the ladies are split into two teams for the Bachelor Bowl football classic on their group date. Special guests Jonathan Greenard and Kamu Grugier-Hill of the NFL’s Houston Texans coach the ladies, while legendary sports anchor Hannah Storm joins Jesse Palmer in the broadcast booth to provide some sidesplitting commentary. The intensity on the field is no joke as the winners will go to the after-party with Clayton while the losers go home. Nobody is laughing when a controversial woman on the losing team does some party crashing, leading to the most explosive confrontation of the season! “The Bachelor” airs MONDAY, JAN. 31 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

The 18 women who will vie for Clayton’s heart are the following:

    Eliza, 25, a marketing manager from Berlin, Germany

    Elizabeth, 32, a real estate advisor from Highlands Ranch, Colo.

    Gabby, 30, an ICU nurse from Denver, Colo.

    Genevieve, 26, a bartender from Los Angeles, Calif.

    Hunter, 28, a human resources specialist from Charlotte, N.C.

    Jill, 26, an architectural historian from Scituate, R.I.

    Kira, 32, a physician from Philadelphia, Pa.

    Lyndsey W., 28 an industrial sales representative from Houston, Texas

    Mara, 32, an entrepreneur from Collingswood, N.J.

    Marlena, 30, a former Olympian from Virginia Beach, Va.

    Melina, 27, a personal trainer from West Hollywood, Calif.

    Rachel, 25, a flight instructor from Clermont, Fla.

    Sarah, 23, a wealth management advisor from New York City, N.Y.

    Serene, 26, an elementary school teacher from Oklahoma City, Okla.

    Shanae, 29, a recruiter from Sycamore, Ohio

    Sierra, 26, a recruiting coordinator from Dallas, Texas

    Susie, 28, a wedding videographer from Virginia Beach, Va.

    Teddi, 24, a surgical unit nurse from Highland, Calif.


Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-2604-1-31/

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 4 Blog

Link: https://ew.com/tv/recaps/the-bachelor-season-26-episode-4/

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ABC Press Release

“2605” – Week five starts off with a splash when Clayton and one lucky woman head to Galveston, Texas, for a high-stakes date all about pleasure. Later, at the cocktail party, Clayton learns the cause of the palpable tension in the house is really one woman; but when confronted, she gives an award-worthy apology performance that might just be enough to keep her around. Then, it’s time to go international! In Toronto, Canada, one lucky lady takes her relationship with Clayton to new heights and those on the group date take some heat from comedy legend Russell Peters – and each other – during The Bachelor Ultimate Roast! But who will get the last laugh when Shanae and Genevieve are given the infamous two-on-one date? Find out on “The Bachelor,” airing MONDAY, FEB. 7 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

The 15 women who will vie for Clayton’s heart are the following:

    Eliza, 25, a marketing manager from Berlin, Germany
    Gabby, 30, an ICU nurse from Denver, Colo.
    Genevieve, 26, a bartender from Los Angeles, Calif.
    Hunter, 28, a human resources specialist from Charlotte, N.C.
    Jill, 26, an architectural historian from Scituate, R.I.
    Lyndsey W., 28 an industrial sales representative from Houston, Texas
    Mara, 32, an entrepreneur from Collingswood, N.J.
    Marlena, 30, a former Olympian from Virginia Beach, Va.
    Rachel, 25, a flight instructor from Clermont, Fla.
    Sarah, 23, a wealth management advisor from New York City, N.Y.
    Serene, 26, an elementary school teacher from Oklahoma City, Okla.
    Shanae, 29, a recruiter from Sycamore, Ohio
    Sierra, 26, a recruiting coordinator from Dallas, Texas
    Susie, 28, a wedding videographer from Virginia Beach, Va.
    Teddi, 25, a surgical unit nurse from Highland, Calif.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-2605-2-7/

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 5 Blog

Link: https://ew.com/tv/recaps/the-bachelor-season-26-episode-5/

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ABC Press Release

“2606” – It’s the epic return of the two-on-one date! Continuing from last week’s cliffhanger, Clayton must decide between Genevieve and Shanae. Will he finally be able to see the truth or fall for another performance?  Then, the journey to find love heads overseas to Hvar, Croatia, a stunning and romantic destination, where one woman reveals a shocking secret. The rest of the ladies channel their inner gladiators during the group date as they battle each other in knightly challenges for a chance at a rose. Later, after losing the one-on-one date to someone who has already had one, one woman has Clayton doubting if all of the women are ready for marriage on “The Bachelor,” MONDAY, FEB. 14 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

The 12 women who will vie for Clayton’s heart are the following:

    Eliza, 25, a marketing manager from Berlin, Germany

    Gabby, 30, an ICU nurse from Denver, Colo.

    Genevieve, 26, a bartender from Los Angeles, Calif.

    Hunter, 28, a human resources specialist from Charlotte, N.C.

    Mara, 32, an entrepreneur from Collingswood, N.J.

    Marlena, 30, a former Olympian from Virginia Beach, Va.

    Rachel, 25, a flight instructor from Clermont, Fla.

    Sarah, 23, a wealth management advisor from New York City, N.Y.

    Serene, 26, an elementary school teacher from Oklahoma City, Okla.

    Shanae, 29, a recruiter from Sycamore, Ohio

    Susie, 28, a wedding videographer from Virginia Beach, Va.

    Teddi, 25, a surgical unit nurse from Highland, Calif.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-2606-2-14/

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 6 Blog

Link: https://ew.com/tv/recaps/the-bachelor-season-26-episode-6/

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ABC Press Release

“2607” – It’s the season’s juiciest, most jam-packed episode of “The Bachelor” yet. Fresh from her second one-on-one date, Sarah is intent on finding out which of the ladies tried to take her down and the drama from her bitter confrontation threatens to ruin yet another cocktail party. Things seem to cool down when the group makes their way to Vienna, Austria, where the stakes couldn’t be higher for Clayton as the realization hits that hometowns are right around the corner. Later, he and the women let their walls down with an intimate couples’ therapy session, but an observation from the psychotherapist rocks Clayton, leading him to make another decision that has the women questioning everything, all leading up to one of the most heartbreaking rose ceremonies of the season on “The Bachelor,” MONDAY, FEB. 21 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

The nine women who will vie for Clayton’s heart are the following:

    Eliza, 25, a marketing manager from Berlin, Germany
    Gabby, 30, an ICU nurse from Denver, Colo.
    Genevieve, 26, a bartender from Los Angeles, Calif.
    Mara, 32, an entrepreneur from Collingswood, N.J.
    Rachel, 25, a flight instructor from Clermont, Fla.
    Sarah, 23, a wealth management advisor from New York City, N.Y.
    Serene, 26, an elementary school teacher from Oklahoma City, Okla.
    Susie, 28, a wedding videographer from Virginia Beach, Va.
    Teddi, 25, a surgical unit nurse from Highland, Calif.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-2607-2-21/

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 7 Blog

Link: https://ew.com/tv/recaps/the-bachelor-season-26-episode-7/

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ABC Press Release



“2608” – It’s time for hometowns! For the first time in two years, the Bachelor will visit the hometowns of his final four women to meet their families and immerse himself in each of the ladies’ lives. On dates led by the women, Clayton will learn jiu-jitsu, go kayaking, hike in the Rockies and free-fall 80 feet, but the real adventure still lies ahead. Will these experiences bring clarity, or will Clayton have to send home someone he’s falling in love with? Find out on “The Bachelor,” MONDAY, FEB. 28 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

The four women who will vie for Clayton’s heart are the following:

·       Gabby, 30, an ICU nurse from Denver, Colo.

·       Rachel, 25, a flight instructor from Clermont, Fla.

·       Serene, 26, an elementary school teacher from Oklahoma City, Okla.

·       Susie, 28, a wedding videographer from Virginia Beach, Va.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-2608-2-28/

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Entertainment weekly Episode 8 Blog

Link: https://ew.com/tv/recaps/the-bachelor-hometown-dates-recap/

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ABC Press Release

The Bachelor: Women Tell All (3/7)

“The Bachelor: Women Tell All” – Get ready for a night of drama, laughter and maybe even a few tears when Clayton’s former flames reunite for the first time. Seventeen women will come together to hash out their differences, clear up any misunderstandings and apologize (or not) for bad behavior; but will it all be taken in stride, or will some ladies be hung out to dry? Later, the pressure is on when the Bachelor himself, Clayton, steps into the hot seat—these women aren’t holding back! Plus, a few special surprises and everyone’s favorite—bloopers! Buckle up, because it’s all about to go down when a special two-night “Bachelor” event begins with “The Bachelor: Women Tell All,” MONDAY, MARCH 7 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-women-tell-all-3-7/

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ABC Press Release

“2609” – It’s fantasy suite week! Clayton and the three remaining ladies travel to beautiful Reykjavik, Iceland, where they each enjoy passionate dates filled with all the awe-inspiring landscapes, all the romance the country has to offer, and the opportunity to spend a relationship-changing night together. Despite the alluring atmosphere, it’s here that Clayton faces the possibility that he may have gone too far in opening himself up to love, a possibility made all too real when one woman’s questions send him reeling. Will Clayton’s heart survive the journey? Only time will tell on an emotionally explosive new episode of “The Bachelor,” TUESDAY, MARCH 8 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on ABC. (TV-PG, DL) Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

The three women vying for Clayton’s heart are the following:

    Gabby, 30, an ICU nurse from Denver, Colo.
    Rachel, 25, a flight instructor from Clermont, Fla.
    Susie, 28, a wedding videographer from Virginia Beach, Va.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-2609-3-8/

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 9 "Women Tells All" Blog

Link: https://ew.com/tv/recaps/the-bachelor-season-26-episode-9/

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 10 Blog

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ABC Press Release

“2610A” – It all comes down to this. After a heartbreaking and unexpected breakup with Susie, Clayton finds himself questioning everything as he heads into the rose ceremony we’ve all awaited. When Clayton drops devastating news on the final two women, they’ll have to ponder their futures with our leading man. Host Jesse Palmer will be joined by a panel of Bachelor Nation fan favorites for a LIVE discussion as the story unfolds. Part one of the epic two-part finale of “The Bachelor” airs MONDAY, MARCH 14 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-PG, DL) Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-2610a-3-14/

“2610B” – After a rollercoaster season like none other, “The Bachelor” himself, Clayton Echard, returns to face the three women he fell in love with. Jesse Palmer will guide emotional conversations throughout the evening as the bombshell conclusion to Clayton’s season plays out. What happens next is anyone’s guess, but it all goes down LIVE, on the finale of “The Bachelor,” TUESDAY, MARCH 15 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-PG, DL) Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

Link: https://www.dgepress.com/abc/pressrelease/the-bachelor-2610b-3-15/

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 11 Season Finale Part 1 Blog

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Entertainment Weekly Episode 12 Season Finale Part 2 Blog

Link: https://ew.com/tv/recaps/the-bachelor-season-finale-recap/