BT Calgary Blogs

Well it was only a matter of time before R Rated got the 3-2-1 count on his games.  The Canadian Bachelorette contender got called out in Istanbul on his cheating heart and send packing back to Toronto.  The funny part is he was sold out not only by his “current” girlfriend (and Snooki lookalike – right?) but by former Canadian Bachelor contestant Jessie! May I remind you that Jessie *also* threw Vienna under the bus in Jake’s season.  AND Jessie is about to make a comeback on The Bachelor Pad (premiering Aug. 9th on Citytv). Think producers like having her around?

So back to Justin - a piece of work on 2 fronts…

a) Justin goes on the show in the first place with the help of his girlfriend who is really no better – is she an entertainment wrestler too?  I’m sure we haven’t heard the last of those two… maybe they have a reality show in the works!

b) he doesn’t even stick around to explain himself to Ali!  He lamely hobbles away climbing over the shrubbery around the hotel.  Justin’s walk of shame to the voice mails he left for his girlfriend proclaiming his love for her was *so* priceless!

Good riddance.  And good plot…..not that the plot is scripted at all… I’m just speculating

So Bachelorette fans — did Justin made a mistake or will his public dumping work in his favor?

Meantime Justin is making the rounds on the Toronto party scene – my gf Amy spotted him out last week and he was happy to take a snap with her.  You can see why as she is gorgeous

She was mostly astounded at how low he had unbuttoned his shirt…

All this talk about Justin I’ve nearly forgotten about my favorite part of the episode – olive oil wrestling!  Mmmmm.  Roberto.  Chris L.  Enjoy the clip —–>

Finally the rumors are confirmed that Jake and Vienna are calling it quits.  But they looked so happy just a few days ago….

I chatted with Jake and Vienna at the world premiere of the new World of Color attraction in Disneyland June 18th.

Jake and Vienna were really cute together.  She is very pretty in person.  Jake bought her a new pair of shoes for her birthday.  Jake told me he picked them up himself just by listening to the hints – what he called the key to making a relationship work.  We joked about men and their lack of listening skills.  J & V said it was a fun date for them to come to Disneyland and they had just returned from hot getaway in Hawaii.

I would say that the two were “workin it” together but that’s the life of a showbiz couple — turn it up a notch when the cameras are on right?  And let’s face it – Jake and Vienna found each other on reality TV.  They know what’s what.

Sooo…the 13th couple to call it quits from the Bachelor franchise.  Are we really that surprised?  These people get engaged after only a few weeks!  The ones who last are the exception to the rule.  Maybe Ali will find the exception this season.  In Roberto.  Yessss!

PS – I included a pic of my Disney camera crew Darryl and Dave!  They were so much fun to work with (despite not knowing who Jake and Vienna were lol – not exactly Bachelor fans) and technically **stellar**.  A treat to roll with the boys who roll with the big boys like Jay Leno and Wayne Brady on a regular basis.  That’s how they do it at Disney!

If you missed Kasey’s spectacular performance on The Bachelorette - check out His Royal Awkwardness at his best.

AWKWARD.

I am so grateful for Kasey’s spontaneous serenades they made the show so much fun to watch.  Is this guy for real?  Who breaks out into boy band song twice in one date?  I love it.  I can’t wait for him to reveal his rose and 11 diamond shield tattoo next week.

What was with all the singing last episode?!  TV gold.

Meantime how much do we LOVE Roberto?  Who cares he can’t sing put that man in a sparkly loin cloth and I’m sold.  I mean Ali is sold.  Which she is.  And they will live happily ever after in blissful dimply happiness.

Close second – Chris L had a fantastic birthday date and he seems like such a sensitive soul.  I wondered about why he wore a backpack and sneakers to a fancy NY club…but I think it made me like him more.  He’s effortless.  BIG fan.

I know there are a lot of Frank fans out there (Andrew Schultz included)…is it me or is he too attached too soon?  Get a red flag on that one.  Look out for Kirk too – think that one is sneaking in there.  And I can’t *wait* for Chris N’s first speaking scene

Until the next rose lovers.

OMG.

Got a hot tip this week from a very good source and anonymous Bachelorette fan (we’ll call her “ABF“) who knew Craig back in the day.  Turns out Crazy Craig from The Bachelorette lived in Calgary for a short while about 6 years ago!

Let’s be honest – he tried to date my source.  And apparently everyone else in this town.

My source “ABF” called him “the biggest player EVER” and said “he was SO only there to be seen – wannabe actor!”

So Craig was on the YYC social scene and was described to be *exactly* as he appeared to be on The Bachelorette - egotistical sales guy actor wannabe.  “ABF” was pretty sure he used to sell VACUUMS here of all things.

Hmmmm.  Not on The Bachelorette for the right reasons Craig?  Quelle surprise!

One more thing — Craig’s age was listed as “34″ on The Bachelorette…another lie according to “ABF”.  He was about that age when he lived here 6 years ago so the guy is probably pushing 40.  Not that I blame a wannabe actor for fudging his age….

YES!  I am so excited for this season of the Bachelorette.  I’ve been dying for a quality season to cleanse the palate after Jake.  Ick.  Onto Ali!  I like her!  She seems very sweet and genuine and asks intelligent questions.  So far so good Ali.

Onto the boys.

SMOOCHES

Frank and Ali have *great* chemistry.  Like him a lot.  They feel like they’ve known each other for years.  Easy comfort.  Kissing all over Hollywood.  Red flag on the fact that he’s already referring to her as his girlfriend.  Easy fella.  It’s a little early dontcha think?

Jesse was a bit of a surprise!  Let’s be real here – sometimes guys that hot are too good to be true.  Thought he might have an ego.  Or be a bit too simple.  But Jesse proved himself on his one on one date with Ali in Vegas was a little nervous out of the gates but he seems like a genuine sweetheart.  I like how he talked about how he wants to get to know her – very well spoken.  Kiss on the dance floor was HOT.  Go Jesse!

SPEEDOS

Poor Jonathan.  “I don’t have a big plllllll.”

!!!!?!!!! Why would he say that on national TV?  Oh boy.

I say no more.

CRAZY CANADIAN CRAIG

Whoa.  Certifiably narcissistic.  What is up with that guys?  Craig was so over the top it made me wonder if he was a hired actor.  Embarrassed he’s representing Sarnia ON.  Gross!  Good riddance on that one – he clearly didn’t care anything about Ali he just wanted to have his 15secs of fame and pick fights with weatherman.  See ya never Craig.  “I hope there are some hot women on the way home because I could use the attention” – what?!  Fingers crossed no flight attendants were caught in the crossfire on that one.

MY FAVS

Chris L – wears his heart on his sleeve!  Gotta love a guy who loves his family (”they are who I am”) – more of Chris please!  He is a gem.  AND I suspect the next Bachelor….just a guess

Roberto – athletic, confident and cutest dimples ever.  Sweet smile.  Seems very easy going.  Makes Ali blush and giggle.  Don’t blame her!  Think we have a winner rose lovas!

Just 10 more sleeps until the premiere of The Bachelorette!

It’s been so long rose lover.

A strong Canadian contingent this year – check out these boys!  Quite the selection.  I wonder if they picked their own shirt colours.  In any case, we have Chris H in lavendar – a 27 year old real estate developer from Vancouver; Craig M in sporting a lovely fighting salmon – he’s from Sarnia and in dental sales; and last but not least we have Justin in black – a 26 year old entertainment wrestler from Toronto.

Like any great fairy tale, the villain always dresses in black.  Justin is the one to watch for Bach fans.  An entertainment wrestler?  As if there isn’t going to be smack down by the pool.  Put Fighting Salmon from Sarnia in the sharp shooter!  I love it!

Tune in May 24th for the first episode *then* tune into BT May 25th for a full morning after review.

Well it turns out squeaky clean Apple Pie Jake Pavelka isn’t so clean after all.

The Bachelor gave his final rose to Vienna after a mud wrestlin’ good time.  Nothing says love like the smell of sulfuric springs right?

I have to be honest Bachelor fans.  As much as Vienna was not a favorite I think she and Jake have a nice little sparky relationship.  How long the spark will last is another question.  Maybe there is more to Vienna than roots and hair extensions and oval press on nails.  Maybe the “real” Vienna is a real class act.  Because in the end appearances don’t really matter.  No sarcasm.  I mean that.

Re: my girl Tenley – I may have shed a tear.  Despite her heartbreak she is the still such a positive and hopeful person.  Love her.  I hope she makes it into the Bachelor Pad and finds true love.  Maybe with Kiptyn.

Speaking of finding true love – how do we feel about Ali being chosen as the next Bachelorette?  I know Tenley and Gia both had a lot of fans and I think there’s a reason they weren’t picked.  I bet they’re both in consideration for casting of the new Bachelor Pad.  If you haven’t heard about it The Bachelor Pad is a new reality show where 20 contestants from “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette” will live together in a house and compete.  At the end of each episode, one resident will be evicted from the house.  Can’t wait to see it all play out.

Meantime I do hope Jake and Vienna are very happy together – preferably somewhere off my TV (although this will be impossible considering Jake is doing DWTS…)

Next week – Jason and Molly’s wedding!  Tune in!

This is something I *never* do…so all you Bachelor fans are in for a treat!  I decided to post the raw footage from my interview with Kiptyn.  It’s long.  Like 8 minutes.  Which is long for tv.  We usually cut these things down but Kiptyn was so great and I know all you Locke lovas will appreciate all he has to say — so this is unedited!

Kiptyn (a favorite and former Bachelorette contestant) was in Calgary for a screening/fundraiser Tuesday night and gave us his thoughts on The Bachelor this season.  As always he is charming and gracious.  I appreciate that he was also as candid as can be.  A pleasure to cross paths with him again.  Thanks a million Kiptyn and enjoy Bachelor fans!

BIGGEST.  TURTLENECK.  EVER.

Tenley and Jake are like a match made in sweet heaven.  How perfect was their date?  I felt like I was watching a Disney family special.  And I love all things Disney.  From the trolley ride to the fortune cookies those two deserve to be together.  Tenley + Jake = the perfect Apple Pie and Vanilla combo.  The only thing that made me cringe on that date was the gargantuan turtle neck Jake was wearing.  Huge.  His turtleneck was as large as Ed’s shorts were small last season.  Not a fan of turtlenecks.  Just my personal preference.

FAKETY FAKE FAKE TEARS

Oh Vienna.  Why must you desperately try to squeeze out the tears to get attention?  Maybe it’s an age thing but that girl has got to stop it with the fake crying.  Vienna and Gia’s double date in the castle was so uncomfortable.  AND creepy and weird thanks to Vienna.  Stalk much?  Obviously not an ordinary circumstance to begin with but Vienna seems to have a knack for making the situation even more awkward.  Yet she always seems to get her way….ending up leaving with Jake thinking “dirty thoughts”.  Gross.  Vienna resembles Paris more and more every episode.

“HEART” APPEAL

Well who *wasn’t* won over by Corrie this episode?  She is gorgeous, intelligent, and has great character.  Like her alot.  Did you see how Jake’s face lit up when she said she wanted to wait for marriage?  Thought that would be the turning point for Corrie but no such luck.  While Jake says this “isn’t about sex appeal it’s about heart appeal”, he still chose the one who snuck up in his bed vs. the one who wants to wait to build a relationship. Equals hypocrite.

OTHER NOTES

I think Ali is too self-sufficient for Mr. Pie.  He seems to like the girls who make grand romantic gestures/need rescuing/want a daddy figure. 

Gia is beautiful and should do some daily affirmations or something.

Team Tenley!