Jake Pavelka may be going through some of the most miserable times of his life on "The Bachelor," but it's certainly not showing in terms of the ratings. The ABC reality show pulled in its highest numbers of the season thus far on Monday, drawing an estimated 12.3 million viewers.
What's the reason for the increase? We can attribute it primarily to all of the tabloid headlines -- the Rozlyn scandal, allegations about Vienna's plastic surgeries, and quotes from Jake that the worst was yet to come. "The Bachelor" is a guilty pleasure show, and as more dirty laundry starts to air people tend to gain more of an interest. Let's face it -- as nice as it would be for Jake to find true love without a problem, it's so much more entertaining for viewers when it's not sunshine and rainbows.
Monday night's new episode was especially painful, as contestant Ali ultimately chose returning to her job over staying in the competition.
Have you been watching "The Bachelor" since the beginning? Feel free to share your thoughts with a comment below.
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I think Ali will be back, she broke Jake's heart, but it its meant to be, it will be. Girl Who have your character, not from one man to another,
God will work out things for you.
Ali, keep your head up, what is for you will be yours, no matter what the trials are, I think you and Jake are compatable,HOLD your Chin up, and be a Lady, we are praying for you, your job comes first, when love fails your job is still there. We are proud of you, not from one man to another searching for love,
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