Janel Blakely

Janel Blakely

Mom of 3. Wife of 1. Enemy of Bagel Bites.

THE BACHELOR - Ò2508Ó Ð ItÕs time to meet the families! Though Matt and his final four wonÕt be leaving the resort, their loved ones have safely arrived and are ready to get to know the man that has stolen these womenÕs hearts. Over the course of four intense and emotional dates, there will be plenty of tough conversations, heartfelt moments and touching surprises. In the midst of all the thrills, MattÕs ego may not be the only thing bruised along the way on ÒThe Bachelor,Ó airing MONDAY, FEB. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (ABC/Craig Sjodin)MATT JAMES

The Bachelor Season 25, Episode 8: 3 most cringe-worthy moments

Janel Blakely
|

THE BACHELOR - Ò2507Ó Ð With hometowns on the horizon, Matt and the remaining women all take a serious look at their potential future together, resulting in more than a few difficult decisions. Former cast member Heather Martin isnÕt the only source of drama during this jam-packed week that includes two one-on-one dates, a group date, two rose ceremonies and a performance by GRAMMY¨-nominated artist Aloe Blacc. DonÕt blink or you may miss something on ÒThe Bachelor,Ó airing MONDAY, FEB. 15 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (ABC/Craig Sjodin)JESSENIA, MATT JAMES

The Bachelor Season 25, Episode 7: 3 most cringe-worthy moments

Janel Blakely
|

THE BACHELOR - Ò2506Ó Ð Halfway through MattÕs journey to find love, time is running out for the remaining women to strengthen their connection with the Bachelor. Emotions run high as rivals come face-to-face, cocktail parties are called off, and a group date gets unexpectedly competitive. Pieper and Matt take a break from the drama with a romantic carnival date complete with a performance by Temecula Road; and later, tensions are briefly lifted when MattÕs best friend and Bachelor Nation favorite Tyler Cameron stops by. But everything could change when former cast member Heather Martin (season 23) makes a surprise visit to the house, proving that the twists and turns just donÕt stop coming, on ÒThe Bachelor,Ó airing MONDAY, FEB. 8 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (ABC/Craig Sjodin)TYLER CAMERON, MATT JAMES

The Bachelor Season 25, Episode 6: 3 most cringe-worthy moments

Janel Blakely
|

THE BACHELOR - Ò2504Ó Ð Still reeling from SarahÕs sudden departure, Matt fights his tendency to put up walls as his journey continues with the 18 remaining women vying for his heart. Emotions in the house continue to run high, leading to a trash-talking face-off between Victoria and Katie, and even former Bachelor Ben Higgins and Bachelor Nation favorite Wells Adams canÕt diffuse the drama as things get physical on two group dates. Chelsea takes the opportunity to get real with Matt about her journey to self-love, and Chris Harrison drops a bombshell that will change the course of the season on ÒThe Bachelor,Ó airing MONDAY, JAN. 25 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (ABC/Craig Sjodin)MATT JAMES

The Bachelor Season 25, Episode 4: 3 most cringe-worthy moments

Janel Blakely
|

THE BACHELOR - Ò2503Ó Ð Sarah is at the center of an emotional firestorm that envelops Matt and the other women as the rose ceremony continues. A steamy group date, featuring Bachelor Nation favorite ASHLEY IACONETTI HAIBON Haibon, offers the women a chance to write their own hot love scenes with Matt and read them to him in front of a live audience. Serena P. finds out if her initial feelings for Matt could develop into something more serious. And even though his journey just started, MattÕs biggest fear comes to pass, leaving him devastated on ÒThe Bachelor,Ó airing MONDAY, JAN. 18 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (ABC/Craig Sjodin)RACHAEL, MATT JAMES

The Bachelor Season 25, Episode 3: 3 most cringe-worthy moments

Janel Blakely
|
THE BACHELOR - Ò2502Ó Ð The 24 women who survived the rose ceremony on arrival night discover that dating Matt is intoxicating although the atmosphere among the women is plain toxic. MattÕs adventurous first date with Bri triggers an emotional bombshell between the other jealous women, including Victoria. The largest group date in Bachelor history has 18 women dress up for a wedding photo shoot, with Matt as the groom kissing his brides. Sarah is thrilled to join Matt on a romantic ride aboard a 1930s biplane, but the love-struck bachelorette is having a difficult time seeing him with other ladies, leading to multiple women spiraling out of control on ÒThe Bachelor,Ó airing MONDAY, JAN. 11 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (ABC/Craig Sjodin)KAILI, SERENA P., LAUREN, MJ, KIT, VICTORIA, KHAYLAH, PIEPER

The Bachelor Season 25, Week 2: 3 most cringe-worthy moments

Janel Blakely
|
THE BACHELOR - Ò2502Ó Ð The 24 women who survived the rose ceremony on arrival night discover that dating Matt is intoxicating although the atmosphere among the women is plain toxic. MattÕs adventurous first date with Bri triggers an emotional bombshell between the other jealous women, including Victoria. The largest group date in Bachelor history has 18 women dress up for a wedding photo shoot, with Matt as the groom kissing his brides. Sarah is thrilled to join Matt on a romantic ride aboard a 1930s biplane, but the love-struck bachelorette is having a difficult time seeing him with other ladies, leading to multiple women spiraling out of control on ÒThe Bachelor,Ó airing MONDAY, JAN. 11 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (ABC/Craig Sjodin)RACHAEL, MATT JAMES

The Bachelor Season 25, Week 1: First impression rose, no second chances

Janel Blakely
|