This week on the Season 5 finale of ABC’s "The Bachelorette," Jillian Harris held her final rose ceremony. But of course, it wouldn’t be "The Bachelorette" without a surprise twist.
Ousted bachelor Reid Rosenthal, who was sent home by Jillian a couple weeks ago, returned to Hawaii. After some soul searching, Reid realized he forgot to tell Jillian something before he left: He loves her. Ahhhh, Not a good thing to forget, Reid!
This twist was actually heavily promoted by ABC, so everyone knew Reid was coming back. I suppose the “twist” really was, which of the three guys would she choose in the end: Reid, Kiptyn or Ed.
Most internet speculation concluded that Jillian was neither in love nor engaged, as she wasn’t making the press rounds claiming that she found the man of her dreams. In fact, Jillian Harris was mysteriously quiet so one could only assume that this season would end like so many other seasons: no proposal, no engagement.
After an hour and 20 minutes of recap and final romantic dates with remaining bachelors Kiptyn Locke and Ed Swiderski, Jillian, who looked stunning in a white gown, first sent Kiptyn packing. Kiptyn took the news hard and went off in his limo.
Still, with 40 minutes left in the show, I knew there had to be more. Sure enough, here comes Reid, with his change of heart and a diamond for Jillian.
Reid’s return messed with Jillian’s head -- for about five seconds. She actually let him get down on one knee and propose. This was reminiscent of Deanna Papas and Jason Mesnick a few seasons back. I mean, don’t let the guy get down on his knee and propose on national television if you know you’re gonna say no, ladies!
After a brief meeting with host Chris Harrison (who is he now, Dr. Ruth?), Jillian decided that she wasn’t going to let Reid’s return change her plans. She woke up that morning in love with someone else and she was going to stick to her guns! She sent Reid home—again. How much does it stink to be Reid? He’s the first bachelor to be dumped twice on this show!
Next, Ed arrived. Thank goodness he left his green “Welcome Back Kotter” shorts at home. He proclaimed his love for Jillian and she giddily accepted his proposal. So there you have it… a proposal on "The Bachelorette." But will this equate to a marriage? Stay tuned.
UPDATE: It didn't.
