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'The Bachelorette' Season 21: Jonathan Johnson slammed over non-consensual nudity during first meet with Jenn Tran

'The Bachelorette' Season 21 suitor Jonathan Johnson playfully described himself as 'a bit cheeky' as he strolled around the mansion

SANTA SUSANA, CALIFORNIA: Jenn Tran will always remember the lasting impression made by Jonathan Johnson, a contestant from Season 21 of 'The Bachelorette', and it's a moment ABC viewers won't soon forget either.

On Monday, July 8, Jonathan made his debut on 'The Bachelorette', appearing on a stretcher with his face covered in bandages, revealing a memorable and dramatic entrance. Remember how he was wearing a medical gown with nothing on underneath? Yes, the newest cast member of Bachelor Nation truly opened up.

As he walked in, Jonathan said to Jenn, "I'm lovesick." “You know what they say, first impressions are everything, so hopefully that is one that you’ll never forget. But what’s most important for me is that you get to know me for what’s inside rather than what’s outside.”

Jonathan playfully described himself as 'a bit cheeky' as he strolled around the mansion. When he turned around, Jenn was taken aback by a surprising full moon. "You’re really not wearing anything under that?" Jenn questioned him, then put her hands over her face.

On X, one fan said, "Well, I can certainly say that Jonathan will be the first to be eliminated for his cheeky first impression! How tacky! You sure left an eye-searing impression on Jenn!" Another fan added, "Jonathan corny as hell."

One fan wrote, "Naked under a hospital gown and sitting on a couch is just nasty. Send him home. I’ve had enough already." Another fan asked, "WHY IS EVERYONE NAKED."

One fan questioned, "I’m really not trying to be a buzzkill but if I was Jenn, I would be so disgusted. Why must you get naked?" Another quipped, "How can a contestant show up showing their bare butt when Yusuf has a daughter at home. 

Jenn Tran admits getting 'hotter' with Jonathan Johnson's face reveal in 'The Bachelorette'

Asking if she would like to see beneath his cast, Jonathan invited Jenn aside. Jenn removed the gauze to reveal Jonathan's face! She appeared ecstatic as he unveiled his appearance, but the camera cut away before viewers could see the reveal.

In a confessional, Jenn claimed that Jonathan was attractive and was "getting" her hot. The other men were shocked by Jonathan's expression as he reentered the room.

Who is Jonathan Johnson in 'The Bachelorette' Season 21?

Not only did the contestant coin a new slang phrase, but he also made a lasting impression on Jenn and viewers across America. According to his ABC profile, Jonathan is a 'medium king,' suggesting that the era of the 'short king' may be over on 'The Bachelorette.'

Although Jonathan now calls Los Angeles home, he originally hails from Kansas City, as noted in his Instagram bio. Besides flaunting his abs, Jonathan is also making waves as a rising fitness influencer, actively advising his fans.

'The Bachelorette' Season 21 suitor Jonathan Johnson is acquainted with Halsey's brother

Jonathan claims to be acquainted with Sevian Frangipane, the brother of Halsey, on Instagram.

"My team against yours any day." A May 2023 Instagram carousel featuring a group shot with Sevian had Jonathan written, "Not in a fight because they’d probably lose, but in living life LOL."

'The Bachelorette' Season 21 airs on Mondays at 8 pm ET/PT on ABC. Hulu's next-day streaming is available on Tuesdays.