Bachelor Grant: "I'm No Player"

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👋 To all the rumor-spreaders out there, maybe check your sources first? One Bachelor contestant learned that lesson the hard way when she had to backtrack on claims about Grant Ellis being a "player." Lucky for her, he believes in second chances.

Here’s our top picks for must-watch TV:

• The Bachelor | 2.17

• Deal or No Deal Island | 2.18

• The Traitors | 2.20

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🎭 Traitors' Alan Cumming: "These Players Have No Game"

Host calls out rookie moves. Alan Cumming didn't hold back about season 3's traitors, expressing bewilderment at their lack of strategy. The Emmy-winning host specifically called out Boston Rob Mariano and Danielle Reyes, asking "What are you doing?" while describing Carolyn Wiger as a "chaos sidekick."

Near-fights at round table. Things got so heated this season that Cumming reveals he nearly had to break up physical altercations during eliminations. The tension marks a dramatic escalation from previous seasons of the Peacock hit.

Host embraces cult leader vibes. Cumming's character has evolved beyond just "weird rich lord," now including followers and what he proudly calls a "highland gaming cult leader with great fashion sense." The actor celebrates the show's queer aesthetics as a response to rising transphobia.

Star-studded chaos reigns. This season's cast includes Bachelor Nation alums, Bravo stars, and reality TV veterans from Survivor and Big Brother, creating what Cumming describes as the most turbulent dynamic yet.

Go Deeper: All of the Survivor alumni who have appeared on The Traitors.

🌹 Bachelor's Grant Ellis Calls Out "Player" Gossip

Dance floor drama unfolds. During a surprise prom-themed party, contestant Carolina confronted Grant Ellis about claims he was "thinking of someone else" while dancing with her. The accusation led to an impromptu investigation by the Bachelor, who declared "I'm not a player" while seeking the source.

Rose wilts under pressure. After questioning multiple women, Grant discovered Rose had spread the gossip. The registered nurse quickly backtracked, claiming she "could've easily made that mistake" about what she thought she heard.

But, fans are proving that he did say that…

👉 Our take is that Rose had a point and wasn’t just making things up, but she should have kept it to herself rather than stirring the pot for no reason. Everyone is spiraling way too early this season. Seriously, WHY IS EVERYONE CRYING?

Golden guests can't save the night. Even the presence of special guests from The Golden Bachelorette couldn't prevent the evening from spiraling into confrontations. The drama overshadowed Grant's heartfelt admission about never attending his own prom due to basketball commitments.

Second chances bloom. Despite the controversy, Grant chose to give Rose a rose at the ceremony, explaining "everybody makes mistakes" and citing their existing connection as reason to move forward.

Go Deeper: Who has been eliminated and who is still in the running?

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