Bachelor in Paradise: Season 7 cast fantasy draft

Tia

There’s always a couple throwback contestants, and I for one would love a Tia return. Tia has had a rollercoaster ride in the franchise–she was a lock for Bachelorette until Arie, well, Arie’d, got caught up in her feels (a little too hard at times) with Colton on Season 5 of Paradise, then until recently was in a decently long relationship. Tia is spunky, beautiful, and would bring some veteran wisdom to Paradise. If she doesn’t somehow end up as the next ‘Ette in a surprising twist, I’d love to see her on the beach again.

Kendall

Okay, okay, this may be too soon, but if we’re talking throwback contestants I got my girl Kendall. Despite the tragic end of Kendall and Joe, she may be ready to get back out there again come August.

She was a little hesitant of the process last time we saw her on Paradise, but it’s almost like what contestants say when they become the lead: they know the process works now, and are ready to get back out there. I’m here with open arms, Kendall.

Connor S.

Connor S., for lack of a better term, got absolutely shafted on Paradise last season. He got hoodwinked by Dean, then got the runaround by production trying to find Whitney somewhere on the vast shore. I could easily see Connor S. being a hot commodity with Peter’s girls on the beach – that is, if he doesn’t find love in Los Angeles first.

Dustin

Why was Dustin not on Paradise last season? He’s definitely a catch and should wear green all the time. He has an insanely cute bulldog and has clearly been working on his beach body in the off-season. Seems like the beach blueprint to me.

Grant

My prince, Grant. Grant was made for Paradise – he’s unemployed and just wants to chill. He was #overit with the drama on Hannah’s season, and looked like he’d rather be on a lounge chair by the pool during 99% of the arguments. He was also lowkey highkey hilarious. I demand the return of Grant to my screen.

JPJ

Ah, the love of my life, John Paul Jones. JPJ certainly made a splash on the beach last season. It would be an insult to his intelligence if he was not asked back. JPJ is Paradise, don’t change my mind.

Luke P.

Okay, BEAR WITH ME. Every season of Paradise needs a villain. Luke P. is the ultimate villain. The difference this time would be that every girl would be aware of his antics, and any dating of Luke P. thereafter would definitely be a choice.

I’d hate-watch the crap out of Luke P. on the beach, appalled at women in *gasp* bikinis!, completely unable to comprehend the concept of dating around, and likely getting read for filth at least once. Deandra, are you listening? A potential redemption arc attempt would be equally fascinating to watch.

Mike

Justice for Mike Johnson. While I’d love for ABC to keep him in their pocket for a Bachelor season down the line, I equally want him to be left alone and not subject to the shitshow that is being a lead in this franchise. His last stint on Paradise was unsatisfying and I demand a redo.

Tyler C.

Could you imagine the state of the beach if Tyler was to step foot in Paradise? Girls would be absolutely losing their mind trying to date Tyler C. He’s set to grace our screens once more with his upcoming dog house show, so he may be coaxed into an encore appearance. They could even play Who Let the Dogs Out? when he descends onto the beach.

Blake

Listen, Blake deserves another go at Paradise. To say he had some missteps last season would be…an understatement. Methinks Blake got just a little too big for his britches last season, going so far as to host his own Bachelor season with Hannah G., Tayshia, and Caelynn before filming, but surely he learned from his multiple mistakes. He may not touch the beach ever again with a 10-ft pole, but this is another redemption arc I’d love to see.

Grocery Store Joe

FINE, you caught me. I just want the kids to get back together. In all seriousness though, I’d sacrifice my left arm for another season of Joe on Paradise, with Kendall or not. He will forever be the best thing to come out of this franchise.

Peter K.

Imagine the reaction to Tyler C. walking onto the beach. Now multiply that by 100, and you get Peter Krauss. We were robbed of a Peter K. season, so it’s only fitting that he be on Paradise. No more Chris Bukowskis, PLEASE ABC. If I’m getting a retro contestant, I want it to be one that will absolutely break Paradise. Peter K. would do just that.

Would you like to see any of these contestants on the beach next season in Bachelor in Paradise? Would you rather be in solitary confinement than watch Luke P. ever again? Let us know your thoughts on your dream cast!