Key Takeaways:
– Daisy Kent, the runner-up in Season 28 of “The Bachelor,” confused fans and friends into thinking she could be the next star of ‘The Bachelorette.’
– She debunked the rumors in an interview with Hannah Brown, who thought she had changed her mind about joining the show.
– Kent sought advice from former “Bachelorette” leads before declining the role of the “Bachelorette.”
– She is now reportedly dating her college friend, Thor Herbst.
Daisy Kent’s Spectacular Appearance left Fans Guessing
In a surprising mix-up, Daisy Kent inadvertently led fans to speculate she was set to become the next star of “The Bachelorette.” On ABC’s “After the Final Rose” special, where Jenn Tran was revealed as the new star, Kent’s glamorous appearance stirred speculation.
Kent stunned viewers in a dazzling burgundy gown, sparking rampant rumors that she might be the next “Bachelorette.” Even her close acquaintances were left bamboozled, genuinely believing she had changed her plans and decided to join the show after all.
Kent’s Iconic Dress Spurr Speculations
During an interview on Hannah Brown’s podcast “Better Tomorrow,” Kent unveiled the unintentional confusion. She recounted how her friends had reacted to her on-stage appearance, decked out in a majestic burgundy gown and a glamorous updo.
“All my friends were like, ‘Dude, we were all tripping because we thought you changed your mind’,” Kent narrated. However, her fellow “Bachelor” alumni Rachel Nance was in on the reality, despite a staged moment of shock caught on camera.
Unexpected Misunderstandings Stirred By The Final Rose Ceremony
Season 28 of “The Bachelor” saw Joey Graziadei select Kelsey Anderson, culminating in a proposal with a Neil Lane 4-carat ring. This followed Kent’s voluntary withdrawal from the final rose ceremony, leading fans to believe her finale dress selection was a stellar act of “revenge.” According to Express, the dress that stole attention was a halter-style sequin gown designed by Michael Costello x Revolve.
Former ‘Bachelorette’ Hannah Brown Admits Being Fooled
No one held it against Daisy Kent for not jumping at the opportunity to star in the “The Bachelorette”: she had, after all, pulled out from Graziadei’s final two options. Kent admitted to having had a conversation with Brown, the former star of “The Bachelorette,” prior to declining the offer. However, even Brown confessed on her podcast that she thought Kent was the “Bachelorette” after seeing her at the “After the Final Rose” special.
Kent’s Decision to Bow Out From ‘The Bachelorette’
It’s important to note that Brown was not the only former “Bachelorette” consulted by Kent before refusing the job. Kent opened up on “The Viall Files” podcast in April 2024, revealing that her health, including a Lyme disease diagnosis, was one of the primary reasons for her decision.
Lately, sources report that Daisy Kent has moved on from the Bachelor Nation journey and is currently seeing Thor Herbst, whom she knew from her time at the San Diego State University.
Despite the baseless rumors and intense speculation, Daisy Kent’s journey represents a powerful story of self-awareness in reality TV.