I’ve Changed My Mind, Joey Graziadei & Kelsey Anderson Will Thrive Once The Bachelor Season 29 Starts (They’ll Finally Be Out Of The Spotlight)

The Bachelor stars Joey Graziadei and Kelsey Anderson are hoping to move forward with their lives in a whole new way once the next season of the series begins, and I’ve changed my mind on whether that will actually push them to thrive. Joey and Kelsey’s relationship, which began after the pair met on The Bachelor season 28, was a huge part of their last year. Though the pair met in mid 2023 and got engaged prior to the holiday season, their relationship was a massive secret until The Bachelor finale, where they were finally revealed to be happily engaged.

Joey and Kelsey’s relationship has been difficult, at least in the public eye, for the majority of their time together out in the open. After announcing their engagement on The Bachelor season 28’s live after show, the pair were able to finally be together in public and felt comfortable sharing more about their relationship to the press. Secure in each other, Joey and Kelsey made it clear that they were happy to be together and felt comfortable with their lives being put on display in some ways. The couple weren’t prepared for the backlash that would be thrown their way.

Joey & Kelsey Have Been Facing Massive Relationship Backlash

The Couple Have Dealt With Major Issues

Although Joey and Kelsey’s relationship has been fairly stable throughout their time together, Bachelor Nation seems adamant that their connection is going to fall apart at any given moment. While the pair’s openness is a clear strength in their relationship, their willingness to share smaller details about their lives that could be misconstrued has come back to bite them a few times in their months in the public eye. While Joey has been upfront about things that impact his life, like a bump to his credit during his Bachelor appearance, the media tends to run away with stories about him.

Joey and Kelsey’s willingness to be upfront and honest with the press and their fans has been refreshing, but it’s come with its fair share of hazards. Both Joey and Kelsey have been struggling with the way the media has covered their relationship, especially when as a couple, they’ve tried to be clear and truthful about what’s going on in their lives. Throughout Joey’s recent stint on Dancing With The Stars, the coverage surrounding their relationship was difficult and stressful, predicting a breakup and casting issues on the pair without proof. Joey and Kelsey have struggled with the consistent backlash.

The Bachelor Couple Haven’t Had A Break From The Spotlight

Joey Went From Bachelor To DWTS Champion

Although Joey has always been on the outside of the entertainment industry, his time on The Bachelorette season 20 and then The Bachelor season 28 endeared him to the idea of entertaining. As a former tennis pro, Joey found himself ready when the challenge of Dancing With The Stars season 33 called. Light on his feet and quick to remember steps, Joey was an incredible cast member and ultimately took the win on DWTS, but the consistency of him and Kelsey being in the spotlight made things more difficult with the press, especially when their every moment was being scrutinized.

The Bachelor Season 29’s Start Could Give Joey & Kelsey A Break

Their Relationship With The Press Will Shift

As Joey and Kelsey have moved ahead in their relationship despite backlash, the couple have been doing what they can to protect their peace. During the DWTS season, that sometimes meant staying off social media or ignoring comments from others, but in the post Bachelor and DWTS life, the negative attention can be a lot for the couple. Kelsey has been open about trying to prioritize her mental health, and I have the feeling that once The Bachelor season 29 airs, the couple will finally be able to take a break when it comes to the spotlight and the attention.

With Less Negative Attention, The Couple Could Start To Thrive

Things Will Finally Slow Down For The Pair

Although Joey and Kelsey are still going to be attentive to their followers and paying attention to what’s happening online, their status as the most recent Bachelor couple will finally fade into the background when The Bachelor season starts. Kelsey, who jokingly shared something online about finally being able to watch The Bachelor happily without seeing her fiancé making out with her friends, will finally be able to enjoy the show in a new way now that she’s not on it. The pair have such interesting perspectives on The Bachelor franchise, that their takes will be well worth listening to.

Throughout The Bachelor season cycle, Joey and Kelsey were open and upfront about their lives in ways they didn’t have to be. Joey and Kelsey didn’t have to participate in any Bachelor Nation activities after they got engaged. Instead, they’ve been open and honest about their relationship. While I think it’s hurt them in some ways, it’s helped in others, and I’ve finally changed my mind about what’s next for the pair. While I thought The Bachelor couple would find themselves stuck with a new season, I actually think it will give them the freedom to move ahead and thrive.