The Bachelorette’s Garrett Apologizes For Racist Instagram Likes: “I Take Full Responsibility”
The Bachelorette's 14th season has already been mired in controversy.
Shortly after its premiere on May 28, the reality show found itself with more drama on its hands than usual when deeply troubling social media posts linked to one of Becca Kufrin's suitors (and the season's likely winner) Garrett Yrigoyen were uncovered.Screenshots of Garrett's account "liking" photos from right-wing Instagram pages mocking immigrants, feminists, Parkland high school student David Hogg, and transgender people were sent to former Bachelor contestant Ashley Spivey, who shared them on Twitter.
A scandal quickly erupted, and Becca has since asked fans to "be open" about the entire situation.
"I want them to go through this season with me and watch my love story unfold with all of these men," Becca told Entertainment Tonight.
"I did things in the past that I'm sure [weren't] the best [things], but I just want people to stay open-minded to everyone.