It looks like ABC is going to revive the show for season 22. show "Bachelorette"« . After the TV channel cancelled the season featuring Taylor Frankie Paul Due to high-profile domestic violence allegations, most fans assumed the footage would never see the light of day. However, a new report suggests that ABC may still be preparing to continue the already-filmed season. But who cares now?
A new report claims that the season of The Bachelorette starring Taylor Frankie Paul could air in July.
Ever since ABC abruptly cancelled Taylor's season just days before its scheduled premiere, we've all been wondering what would happen next. Cancelling a full season of The Bachelorette was unprecedented, and at the time, there were reports that the network could lose millions of dollars due to its last-minute decision. But that could all change soon.
According to TMZ, ABC executives are currently discussing plans for the season, and things could move very quickly. The season could potentially premiere as early as mid-July. Check your calendar. It's only a few weeks away.
Sources close to the franchise told the publication that work on Season 22 never actually stopped. Even after ABC pulled the season, editors reportedly continued cutting episodes as if the show were still in development. If the network had never planned to air this season, would they have continued investing their precious resources in its completion?
This isn't the only sign pointing to a possible release. TMZ also reported that ABC is conducting audience testing to assess whether viewers still want to continue the series "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," and recent developments surrounding the Taylor case could prove helpful.
Earlier this month, Taylor won a major custody victory with her ex-husband, Dakota Mortensen, securing unsupervised overnight visits with their son, Ever. ABC may be trying to determine whether this will change the public perception of their child.
Nothing has been officially confirmed yet. However, it appears ABC hasn't completely given up on Taylor. Whether viewers are ready for this long-awaited season is another matter entirely, especially considering we already know who she chose in the end. Stay tuned for more news.
The Bachelorette is available to watch on Hulu and Disney+.
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