Clare Crawley's Journey Begins
Clare Crawley, 39, was announced as the new Bachelorette in March, as Peter Weber's finale aired. Filming was supposed to begin immediately, but the coronavirus pandemic delayed it until July, giving Clare and her contestants ample time to do some googling.
The Men Speak Out
Forty-two contestants were announced as potential suitors for Clare on July 15, including 16 additions to the list released in March. As filming began, a handful of guys began posting on social media that they had been cut from the roster, while others may have offered clues simply by making their Instagrams public again.
Matt James was also cut in between the March announcement and the July announcement, due to the fact that he had been cast as the next Bachelor.
Clare Crawley's Journey Ends
Filming began on July 18, and by Aug. 3, sources confirmed that Clare had fallen in love with one of her contestants, and no longer felt the need to date anyone else. That meant a new Bachelorette had to be brought in, and sources say Clare's short but satisfying journey will still play out on screen.
Tayshia Steps In
Tayshia Adams, 29, took over after Clare found her happy ending. Tayshia was one of the finalists during Colton's season, and briefly connected with John Paul Jones on Bachelor in Paradise before they split last year. ABC has not confirmed the switch, but multiple sources have confirmed to E! News.
Hannah Ann Arrives
Hannah Ann Sluss, who was briefly engaged to Peter Weber at the end of last season of The Bachelor, was photographed at the resort on August 4. A source told E! News that as the season was transitioning into a "regular" Bachelorette season, she was there to lend support.
Becca Kufrin In the House
Fresh off of her breakup from Garrett Yrigoyen, Becca posted some Instagram stories from the resort. A source tells E! that she was there for the same reason as Hannah Ann.
Wells Adams On Site
Wells, Bachelor in Paradise's resident bartender, was spotted at the resort on Aug. 3. By Aug. 8, he was back home with his fiancée Sarah Hyland as they celebrated what was supposed to be their wedding day.