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Why did Joey Graziadei give rose to Jess? Internet slams ABC for forcing ‘The Bachelor’ Season 28 star against his will

Viewers suspect ABC pressured 'The Bachelor' Season 28 star Joey to give Jess a rose for drama despite his lack of interest

AGOURA HILLS, CALIFORNIA: Viewers of 'The Bachelor' Season 28 speculated that the ABC show may have pressured Joey Graziadei into giving Jessica Edwards the rose due to the drama she was causing, even though it appeared he wasn't genuinely interested. Many viewers suggested that the producers might have influenced the decision to keep the drama alive, a move to enhance the show's entertainment value.

Some viewers described Jess as a "messy one" and expressed doubts about Joey's genuine interest in her. On the other hand, Jess has been at the center of the drama on the show, from openly sharing details about her kiss with Joey to creating panic and stirring up conflicts among the other contestants. Her actions have marked her as the dramatic standout of the season.

"He doesn’t even look like he wants to give that rose to Jess," a user said on X. 

Another viewer remarked, "The producers definitely made Joey give Jess a rose…there’s no way." 

Some viewers expected drama, commenting "Jess getting a rose (I knew production would keep her for the drama)."

Criticizing the choice, one fan questioned, "Why do the Bachelors pick the messy ones like Jess?? I feel like it’s the producers."

 Another fan expressed surprise, exclaiming, "Jess got a rose? Boo, tomato tomato!"

The disbelief continued with, "HOW DOES JESS GET A ROSE GIRL WHAT #TheBachelor,"

Jess steals the first kiss from Joey despite drama

Jess achieved the first kiss of the season with Joey Graziadei on her boat, expressing, "I've truly never in my life felt like this." However, drama ensued as she decided to share this information with the other women, a move typically frowned upon in the Bachelor mansion. The revelation led to panic among the other women, concerned about their own time with Joey and fearing that his attention might now be focused on Jess.

Jess makes Taylor feel ‘awkward’

Jess found herself in hot water with Taylor after making her feel awkward and attempting to steal Joey's attention in the first episode of the show. During Joey and Taylor's first conversation, Jess requested additional time with Joey, claiming that their previous interaction was "cut short" when she received the season's first kiss. Initially, Taylor declined Jess's request but later asked for just one more minute.

As Taylor extended her time with Joey, Jess stood by, visibly uncomfortable, waiting for their conversation to conclude. "Sorry, I'm not trying to be that girl," Jess apologetically expressed as Taylor walked away.

'The Bachelor' Season 28 new episodes air every Monday 8 pm ET on ABC, and is available for streaming on Hulu the following day.