Is The Bachelorette premiere tonight, June 7?

THE BACHELORETTE - ABC's "The Bachelorette" stars Katie Thurston. (ABC/Andrew Eccles)
THE BACHELORETTE - ABC's "The Bachelorette" stars Katie Thurston. (ABC/Andrew Eccles)

Somehow, someway, The Bachelorette season 17 is here. It feels like just yesterday Matt James concluded his season of The Bachelor and walked away hand in hand with winner Rachael Kirkconnell, only to split soon after. Matt and Rachael are now back together, and it’s time to say hello to a new season of the long-running ABC franchise. What a whirlwind!

Katie Thurston is leading the new season of The Bachelorette, who fans will know from the most recent season of The Bachelor. Though Matt saw Katie as more of a friend than anything romantic, America fell in love with her for her quirkiness and willingness to defend those who needed it most. Katie is a great pick for the show’s lead, and after her, Michelle Young will be the next Bachelorette.

So when does The Bachelorette season 17 premiere? Today’s Monday, so should we expect the dating show to take on its usual weekly time slot tonight?

When does The Bachelorette season 17 start?

Good news, Bachelor Nation! Katie’s season of The Bachelorette does premiere tonight, June 7, on ABC. The episode will air at 8:00 p.m. EST.

According to ABC’s schedule, the premiere will run for two hours long, ending at 10:00 p.m. EST. An episode of The Good Doctor will air after The Bachelorette at 10:00 p.m. EST.

The premiere episode of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette is always one of the best of the season, as we are introduced to the lucky contestants and inevitably endure some cringe-worthy moments. Limo entrances are bound to be hilarious this time around, as Katie is known for her great sense of humor. Who do you think will get that coveted first impression rose? Only one way to find out!

Tune in for The Bachelorette season 17 tonight, and keep up with us at Accept This Rose for all of our coverage.