Following backlash from fans, Devin Strader, the villain of The Bachelorette’s 21st season, removed a contentious video about his former fiancée, Jenn Tran, where he recounted his perspective on their split. In the finale of The Bachelorette season 21, Jenn made history by proposing to Devin, who accepted and then reciprocated the proposal. However, during the “After The Final Rose” episode, Jenn disclosed that Devin had ended their engagement with a 15-minute phone call, terminating their relationship.
The subsequent week, Devin sought to present his version of events through an Instagram post (partially shared by E! News via YouTube), revealing a significant portion of his and Jenn’s private text messages. He contested many of Jenn’s assertions, including the breakup timeline and her claim that he refused couples counseling. Devin also apologized to Jenn for following Maria Georgas on Instagram and surprisingly stated that he was her second choice after Marcus Shoberg.
Despite Devin’s belief that the video would provide clarity and allow him to express his truth, the fan backlash was swift. Devin had to delete and edit the video due to the exposure of sensitive text messages between him and Jenn. However, fans felt the revised video was still overly revealing and inappropriate, and they expressed their disapproval in the comments. Consequently, Devin has now permanently removed it.
What Devin Strader Deleting His Post-Bachelorette Video Means
Bachelor Nation Has Made Its Voice Heard
Throughout The Bachelorette season 21, Devin was unapologetically himself. Fans were divided on whether he was a villain, especially due to his numerous conflicts with other men, such as Sam McKinney, Thomas Nguyen, and Aaron Erb, though he appeared genuine with Jenn. However, following his breakup with Jenn, most of Bachelor Nation turned against him, particularly as viewers witnessed Jenn crying while watching their proposal with him seated beside her.
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Devin’s decision to delete the video, despite being outspoken, indicates that Bachelor Nation has effectively canceled him. This suggests he is unlikely to be invited to Bachelor In Paradise season 10. Unlike past villains like Thomas Jacobs, Brayden Bowers, and Shanae Ankney, who experienced redemption stories in Paradise, Devin has likely gone too far and may not resurface.
Our Take On Devin Strader Deleting His Video
Devin Did The Right Thing By Removing The Video
Although Devin should never have shared his private text messages with Jenn initially, removing the video was the correct decision. He opted for silence during the “After The Final Rose” episode, which made it inappropriate for him to speak out on Instagram afterward when Jenn couldn’t respond. While there are always two sides to every story, Devin had his opportunity to share his and chose not to. Releasing this video post-show was a poor decision and an invasion of Jenn’s privacy, as Bachelor Nation made clear.
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Devin should remain out of the spotlight for a while. His comparison to past Bachelor Nation villains like Tino Franco and Juan Pablo Galavis has tarnished his image. Fans who never supported him feel validated, while those who defended him feel let down. Devin might salvage his reputation if he remains silent until the backlash subsides. Bachelor Nation has rightfully sided with Jenn, and Devin should focus on learning from his repeated mistakes following The Bachelorette.
Sources: E! News/YouTube, Devin Strader/Instagram
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