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“Oh almost paradise, we’re knockin’ on heaven’s door!”
Bachelor in Paradise is just around the corner and ABC has finally released the season 7 cast that fans can look forward to seeing on their television screens.
Initially set to film in 2020, the season was delayed an entire year due to global health and travel concerns. Now in a few short weeks, Paradise will be back with more drama and intensity than ever.
The full lineup of castmates for Bachelor In Paradise season 7 includes Ivan Hall (Tayshia’s season), Jessenia Cruz (Matt’s season), Abigail Heringer (Matt’s season), Kenny Braasch (Tayshia/Clare’s season), Victoria Larson (Matt’s season), Deandra Kanu (Peter’s season), Karl Smith (Katie’s season), Natasha Parker (Peter’s season), Kelsey Weir (Peter’s season), Joe Amabile (Becca’s season), Victoria Paul (Peter’s season), Maurissa Gunn (Peter’s season), Mari Pepin-Solis (Matt’s season), Noah Erb (Tayshia/Clare’s season), Serena Chew (Matt’s season), Brendan Morais (Tayshia’s season), Tahzjuan Hawkins (Colton’s season), Serena Pitt (Matt’s season), Tammy Ly (Peter’s season).
ABC has teased that this will be the initial cast to begin the season, but additional cast members will be announced throughout the season, which airs on August 16th at 8 p.m. ET.
Fans should expect a major change in Bachelor In Paradise this year with Chris Harrison officially stepping down from his role as host on the franchise. ABC has revealed that the season will feature a variety of rotating guest hosts that are former contestants and well-known celebrities. A few guest hosts that have already been revealed include Lil Jon, Tituss Burgess, David Spade, and Lance Bass.