Surprising Picks: Grant Ellis’ Top 10 Contestants from The Bachelor Season 29 (SPOILERS)

The premiere of Season 29 of The Bachelor spotlighted Grant as he navigated through a vibrant array of entrances from 25 women, making some tough decisions at the rose ceremony. Ultimately, he eliminated seven contestants, including Christina Smith, J’Nae Squires Horton, Kelsey Curtis, Kyleigh Henrich, Neicey Baxter, Radhika Gupta, and Savannah Quinn.Here’s a closer look at the women who claimed spots in Grant’s Top 10, culminating with his winner.

10 Rose Sombke

Self-Elimination of Rose

Rose Sombke, a 27-year-old registered nurse hailing from Chicago, Illinois, made a remarkable entrance as the first contestant to step out of the limousine. With a playful charm, she asked Grant if he would accept her ‘rose’ during their one-on-one time, where they engaged in molding wedding rings from clay while blindfolded—and even shared a kiss.

Despite the budding chemistry between Rose and Grant, she ultimately self-eliminated before the fourth rose ceremony, as reported by Reality Steve. Participating in an R&B-themed group date at the Bellwether Theater in Los Angeles, Rose claimed that Grant mentioned he only had eyes for her during the performances. However, this led to a confrontation when Carolina Sofia Quixano, the contest winner, became upset over Rose’s assertion, resulting in Grant confronting Rose about her honesty. She made it to the next week’s events but exited during the trip to Madrid, Spain, without having a one-on-one date.

9 Natalie Phillips

Grant’s Goodbye to Natalie in Spain

Natalie Phillips, a 25-year-old Ph. D.student from Louisville, Kentucky, wowed Grant during the premiere night by gifting him worry stones, which he appreciated greatly. Their one-on-one moment included Natalie teaching him a calming breathing exercise designed for her patients.

During her time on the show, Natalie participated in a lively basketball game group date and received a rose at the second rose ceremony. Nonetheless, Grant ultimately bid her farewell in Madrid during the fourth rose ceremony, following a mechanical bull group date, without ever getting a one-on-one connection with her.

8 Parisa Shifteh

Parisa’s Elimination in Spain

Parisa Shifteh is a 29-year-old pediatric behavior analyst from Birmingham, Michigan, who charmed Grant by presenting him with a PowerPoint about their potential future together during their one-on-one time. Although she received a rose at the first rose ceremony, doubts surfaced over her connection with Grant.

She also participated in group activities, including the competitive mechanical bull ride in Spain, yet Grant ultimately parted ways with her at the fourth rose ceremony, leaving her without a one-on-one date throughout her run.

7 Sarafiena Watkins

Sarafiena’s Near Miss for Hometown Dates

Sarafiena Watkins, aged 29, is an associate media director from New York, New York. She captured Grant’s attention by humorously presenting a giant cutout of his face, claiming she was there to be his biggest cheerleader but wished to keep him grounded.

After participating in various group date events, including bungee jumping in Madrid, Sarafiena impressively advanced to the final seven women but was ultimately sent home just before the hometown dates, leaving her journey cut short.

6 Carolina Sofia Quixano

Carolina’s Elimination Without a Hometown Date

Carolina Sofia Quixano Promotional Photo

Carolina Sofia Quixano, a public relations producer from Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, aged 28, made a memorable first impression by communicating with Grant in Spanish. Their subsequent dialogue led to a heartfelt moment, especially as she shared her feelings about family.

Her journey saw her kiss Grant after winning a performance contest during a group date, but she later faced tension when Rose accused her of creating conflict regarding Grant’s attention. Carolina progressed to the final seven but ultimately did not receive a hometown visit, concluding her time with Grant in Edinburgh.

5 Alex Godin

Farewell to Alexe, First Impression Rose Winner

Alexe Godin, 27, is a pediatric speech therapist from New Brunswick, Canada, who quickly won Grant over with her ‘no-drama llama’ named Linda on premiere night. Their chemistry blossomed through bilingual kisses and musical serenades during their one-on-one date.

Despite being a front-runner with a series of successful interactions, including a group date in Madrid, Alexe’s journey ended with Grant’s decision to send her home before the hometown dates.

4 Days of Forgetfulness

Dina’s Journey Concludes After Hometown Meeting

Dina Lupancu, a 31-year-old attorney from Chicago, Illinois, impressed Grant with her wittiness during her entrance, yet it was her warmth that resonated during their intimate moments. She soared through the competition, receiving a rose at the initial ceremony.

After packing her bags for a romantic date that involved playful soccer with children, Grant later awarded her with a hometown date filmed in Chicago. However, Dina’s journey soured post-visit, as she was eliminated before the overnight Fantasy Suite dates.

3 Zoe McGrady

Zoe’s Emotional Farewell Post-Fantasy Date

Zoe McGrady, aged 27, works as a tech engineer and model from New York. She brought a playful energy to the evening by introducing a t-shirt gun for their fun photo session, gaining unique attention during the basketball group date.

Though she stirred up mild controversy during group exercises, she was chosen for a hometown date in New York. Sadly, following their overnight stay in the Dominican Republic, Grant said goodbye to Zoe, thus concluding her adventure on the show.

2 Litia Garr

Honorable mention: Grant’s Runner-Up Litia

Litia Garr, a 31-year-old venture capitalist from Salt Lake City, Utah, made a memorable entrance by humorously admitting her ignorance about basketball. This led to a charming exchange resulting in nicknames of “Skill and Sparkle, ”teasing mutual support.

Litia engaged well during various dates, including a dog rescue group date, where she earned a group date rose. Although she was part of Grant’s final selection, he decided against a future together during the final rose ceremony despite giving her a hometown date.

1 Juliana Pasquarosa

Grant’s Proposal to Juliana

Juliana, a 28-year-old client service associate from Newton, Massachusetts, is now engaged to Grant. She carved out a lasting impression during the premiere night by sharing a cannoli, reminiscent of a classic film moment, and showcased her musical talents on the piano.

Throughout the season, Juliana participated in various group dates but particularly illuminated during her one-on-one with Grant in Edinburgh—an intimate shopping excursion followed by a romantic evening. After her hometown visit in Massachusetts, she was invited for an overnight Fantasy Suite date, culminating in Grant proposing during the final ceremony in the Dominican Republic, to which she joyfully accepted.

Grant’s journey in selecting his Top 10 Bachelor season 29 contestants certainly came with difficult decisions. At the second rose ceremony, others like Allyshia Gupta, Ella Del Rosario, Rebekah Garrett, and Vicky Nyamuswa were eliminated, cutting the cohort from 17 to 14. Subsequent eliminations included Alli Jo Hinkes, Bailey Brown, and Chloie Costello, with Beverly Ortega exiting due to health issues. Ultimately, only ten women remained.

Through a series of challenging encounters, Grant found his partner in Juliana. With his ambition to become a devoted husband and father, it is heartwarming to witness his engagement.May all of Grant and Juliana’s aspirations flourish together in their post-Bachelor journey!

The latest episodes of The Bachelor air each Monday at 8 p.m. EST on ABC.

Source: Reality Steve

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