Throughout the entire season of Brad Womack’s second chance at love, we watched Michelle—the 30 year old mother—try to win Brad’s heart using unconventional methods. Not only was she confident, sneaky and strategic, but she also appeared two-faced. To the girls in the house, she came off as friendly and a little attention-hungry when it came to the bachelor. But to the viewers, Michelle seemed malicious and a little crazy. Okay, a lot crazy. And after watching the show, many of the other bachelorettes had some harsh words for Michelle.
The Girls’ Opinions of Michelle
The other girls were split in their opinions of her. While Ashley H. And Britt were quick to jump to Michelle’s defence, many of the other girls weren’t so kind, namely Stacey and the unsuspecting Jackie. Jackie was a quiet, polite and calm presence while on the show. But her attitude changed during The Women Tell All, as she led the pack in insults directed at Michelle. She compared her to a spider, calling her creepy and frightening. This comment broke Michelle’s seemingly stony front, and unleashed an unstoppable wave of emotion.
Michelle’s Defence
Michelle took the hot seat with Chris Harrison, trying to defend herself while mopping up her own tears. She claimed that all her snide comments that appeared (for lack of a better word) “evil,” were actually just part of her dry, sarcastic humor. She said that she almost regrets going on the show because she feels guilty about leaving her daughter. Her intensity and stolen moments with Brad were simply her attempt to create a good family for her daughter. She put her all into the competition and took every opportunity to get to know him, even if it meant alienating the girls.
Brad’s Opinion of Michelle
While some of the women took her words to heart, others called it a “sob story,” and continued to insult her and her parenting skills. Interestingly, when Brad took the stage, he came to her rescue. He said that he didn’t think she had a malicious bone in her body. And he understood that all her behind-the-scenes comments were part of her humor. In the end, it would be hard for viewers to continue hating Michelle. Her apology and defence seemed sincere.
More Drama
While the attacks against Michelle were the most dramatic part of the episode, Chris Harrison did address the other girls. He spoke to Melissa, who’s battle with Raichel during the show continued into this episode. Clearly their “beef” is not something that can be settled with an apology. Chris also talked to each of the Ashley’s. Brad admitted that watching Ashley S.’s departure from the show “broke his heart.” And Brad was giddy when he saw Ashley H. with her new long, dark hair and tan. (Watch out Emily/Chantal! Could Brad be reconsidering?)
Tune in on Monday, March 14 to find out which girl walks away with the final rose and Brad’s heart on the finale of The Bachelor Season 15.
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