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'The Bachelor' alum Gabby Windey demands 'justice' for Maria Georgas as ABC show star misses 'The Bachelorette' gig'

'The Bachelor' alum Gabby Windey supports Maria Georgas as she didn't make it to 'The Bachelorette' 2024

TULUM, MEXICO: ABC recently announced Jenn Trann as 'The Bachelorette' for 2024 during 'The Bachelor' Season 28 'After The Rose Ceremony' special episode. However, viewers were disappointed with the decision, as many had expected Maria Georgas to be chosen. This sentiment was echoed by 'The Bachelor' Season 26 alum, Gabby Windey.

Soon after the announcement, Gabby took to her Instagram and shared a series of photos from 'After The Rose Ceremony' revealing that she had also attended the special segment. Alongside the photos, Gabby demanded justice for Maria and wrote in the caption, "SPOLER FOR 40 MINS We were SAYING how Daisy crushed, congrats to Kelsey, justice for Maria and give em hell Jenn."

Maria has become one of the fans' favorite contestants due to her dramatic appearances on the show. She entertained viewers with her intense feud with Sydney Gordon and consistently stood up against lies and accusations. Despite her compelling presence, Maria failed to secure the role of 'The Bachelorette' for 2024, leading viewers to criticize the ABC show producers.

A social media user wrote, "I’m so confused, why did they not pick Maria to be the bachelorette?? Did she say no too? Jen was not a stand out this season." Another person added, "JEN?! You’re joking… Justice for Maria!" Another critic noted, "This gradually got worse? Isn’t this girl in PA school?!?!?! JUSTICE FOR MARIA."

Another internet user said, "Oh they really picked a name out of a hat for the next bachelorette #TheBachelor justice for maria!!!!" Another user said, "Me begging the bachelor producers to change their mind and make maria the bachelorette." Another viewer suggested, "Bachelorette producers have really let us down this time by not giving us what we all wanted…Maria would have had so many views this season it’s insane they didn’t pick her."

Why did Joey Graziadei eliminate Maria Georgas?

Joey Graziadei eliminated Maria Georgas during the Hometown date rose ceremony due to multiple doubts about their connection. After the elimination, Joey told Maria that their journey had been a "bumpy road." He claimed to have fought for Maria "every time and I've chosen us."

Joey further admitted that despite trying everything to get to the point of continuing to see a future with Maria, he failed to do so. He elaborated, "And I went into hometowns with you very open and ready to see what came next. And you said everything I needed to hear." Joey further admitted that he felt it would be 'dishonest' to move forward with Maria.

Gabby Windey opens up about her sexuality after ABC gig

Gabby Windey appeared as a contestant on Clayton Echard's season of 'The Bachelor' but did not capture his heart. Later, she was announced as 'The Bachelorette' alongside Rachel Recchia. However, following Gabby's unsuccessful attempts at finding love with men on ABC shows, she began dating a woman.

The reality star recently took to her Instagram and shared a cuddled-up photo with her girlfriend, comedian, and TV writer Robby Hoffman, along with the caption, "Told you I’m a girls girl!!"

'The Bachelor' Season 28 is now available to stream on Hulu.