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'Bachelor In Paradise' Season 9 Finale: Fans bash ABC show for Kat Izzo's 'redemption' turn as she reveals her 'childhood' trauma

Kat disclosed that she experienced depression and shared that her father had four wives

SAYULITA, MEXICO: 'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 9 star Katherine 'Kat' Izzo had a turbulent relationship on the ABC show. She was depicted as the "villain" of the dating show after she pursued a romance with John Henry.

The ABC show viewers were disappointed with Kat which led her to publically apologize for her actions. However, in the latest episode, Kat and John went on their date where she opened up about her childhood trauma.

Kat disclosed that she experienced depression and shared that her father had four wives. Additionally, she revealed having to leave her home at a very young age.

The challenges Kat faced came to light in 'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 9, leading viewers to accuse producers of attempting to craft a 'redemption' narrative for Kat.

Criticizing the ABC show producers, viewers commented, "So basically, this date is an attempt to make us sympathize with Kat."

Another person tweeted, "The producers and editing team did a real 180 with Kat’s storyline. This redemption turn is so phony after she spent the majority of the time as a looney tune."

A critic asked, "Was I supposed to be rooting for Kat all season? Was her edit meant to be a likeable villain?"

Another follower penned, "We giving Kat redemption?! Oh nah, I’m glad I dropped this season let’s hurry and wrap this up."

A social media user commented, "Tbh I really hate how they’re trying to give Kat a redemption edit when she’s displayed nothing for redemption … like it’s not FETCH!"

Another internet user wrote, "Can producers stop spending an entire season pitching us an awful narrative of someone and then trying to give us a redemption arc in one episode????"

Did Kat Izzo and John Henry get engaged in the 'Bachelor In Paradise' Season 9 Finale?

Kat Izzo and John Henry seemed enamored with each other, and following their romantic date in the 'Bachelor In Paradise' Season 9 Finale, expectations are high for the couple to become engaged during the Final Rose ceremony.

John and Kat openly expressed their love for each other. John commended Kat, highlighting his favorite aspect as "just how caring you are." He also acknowledged, "You have this tough shell."

Kat also dished similar feelings for John and admitted that her feelings were "growing at a rapid pace for John Henry."

Kat Izzo defends herself from 'homie hopper' allegations

'Bachelor In Paradise' Season 9 star Kat Izzo was accused of "homie hopper" after she ditched Brayden Bowers for newcomer Tanner Courtad. However, Tanner didn't waste any time accepting a date with newcomer Davia.

Kat felt upset and angered by Tanner's failure to inquire about her feelings before going on a date with Davia.

Subsequently, Tanner ended their relationship, prompting Kat to shift her attention to John Henry Spurlock, even though he had a strong connection with Olivia Lewis.

However, after viewers slammed Kat for "hopping" on relationships, she took to social media and suggested there was a big double standard when it comes to men and women dating without commitment on Paradise Beach in Mexico.

She said in the TikTok video, "Quick question. So, when a girl dates in Paradise, she's a homie hopper." She added, "But when a guy dates, he's exploring his options? Let me know."

'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 9 finale will air on Thursday, December 7 at 9/8c on ABC.