Scholar back to basics with season 27 premiere like Zach Shallcross – who has announced the journey “no bulls-t” – wanted.
The 26-year-old, who now lives in Austin, Texas, had 30 women show up at the mansion for the chance to explore the connection with men during Saturday, January 23, the return of the ABC series.
Five women – Bailey, Brianna, Brooklyn, Cat and Christina – the same familiar faces that Zach met in life After the Final Rose taping for season 19 of The Bachelorette in September 2022. advantage – especially Brianna who won from the first impression of America rose, which guarantees safety during one night – upset some other contestants.
“I don’t know now – because I was just pulled here – if the girls were jealous or really jealous,” Zach said exclusively. Us Weekly. “And I mean, it’s very unique to me. I can understand where they’re coming from, like, ‘Oh, that’s not fair. They have extra time.’ But in reality, like, in the grand scheme of things, the right thing will happen.
Several women caught Zach’s eye that evening, including Greer, which got a rose first impression. He also kissed (at least) seven women and when Madison is one of the lucky ladies to get a peck from Zach, she spiraled after seeing him canoodle with other women.
Shortly after the “subpar” kiss, Madison began to cry. “It’s such a shame,” he said. “I want to be wanted. It’s so f-king embarrassing. … I wanted to get his first impression. I am the king’s heartbreaker.”
When Madison was heading down the “villain” path after upsetting other women by stealing Zach more than once, she left before the first rose ceremony after it was clear that there was nothing between her and Zach.
“I can’t believe I gave my life for him,” she said after running away in tears. “I know what’s worth it and what’s not. I know the truth is they don’t know what they’re missing.
Zach then turns the group of 30 into 21, sending the contestants home inclusive Sonia, Lekha, Olivia M. and Netherlands.
Scholar airs on ABC at 8 pm ET. Scroll through for more highlights and how Zach feels again: