- The Bachelorette skips summer season 2025 amid franchise changes, ABC confirms no new season but has not canceled the show.
- Jenn Tran made history as the first Asian American Bachelorette.
- Bachelor in Paradise returns while The Bachelor continues airing.
ABC has confirmed that The Bachelorette will not air its usual summer season in 2025, marking the first such hiatus in nearly two decades. While the show has not been canceled, reports suggest it is unlikely to return this year, though a late 2025 debut remains a possibility.
This pause recalls the early years of the franchise, which saw a similar break between 2006 and 2008. The most recent season, which aired in 2024, featured Jenn Tran as the lead—the first Asian American Bachelorette. Her journey ended with an engagement to Devin Strader, but their relationship dissolved before the After the Final Rose special aired.
ABC has not provided a clear reason for shelving the upcoming season, but industry insiders point to broader programming shifts within the network.
The Bachelor season 29, led by Grant Ellis, continues to air, while Bachelor in Paradise is set to return this summer after its own hiatus in 2024. Meanwhile, newer spinoffs like The Golden Bachelor and The Golden Bachelorette have taken center stage, reflecting a changing focus for the franchise.
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Fans have expressed frustration over the pause, but many remain optimistic about the show’s eventual return. Former Bachelorette Rachel Recchia recently revealed on a podcast that production had already begun preparations for season 22 before the decision was made to delay it. She described her surprise at hearing the news, as casting for the next lead had reportedly been finalized. Despite this setback, ABC’s Bachelor universe remains active with multiple ongoing series.
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This hiatus comes at a time when The Bachelorette has faced scrutiny over its direction and ratings performance. Jenn Tran’s season, while groundbreaking in representation, was marred by production controversies and what some viewers felt was excessive manufactured drama. These issues may have contributed to ABC’s decision to reassess its approach to the series.
For now, fans will have to wait and see if The Bachelorette can reclaim its spot in ABC’s lineup or if this marks a turning point for one of reality TV’s longest-running franchises.
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Last Updated on March 5, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
