“The pool bar is now officially open!” That’s right, you shameless supporters of trashy hookups, bold bathing suit choices, and maybe love. Beloved bartender Wells uttered the now-notorious phrase and the new season of Bachelor in Paradise kicked off with well-poured drinks, improperly applied sunscreen, and, maybe, the star of the show: Dale’s ab sweat.
Luckily, some seasoned cast members, known for either their rippling abs (Dale!) or their ability to turn lowkey inconveniences into highkey drama (looking at you, Kat), showed up to give us something to look forward to on Monday nights for the rest of the summer. But while the tensions are already beginning to build, not-so-subtly foreshadowing that we’re likely in for the usual ride, there is a ton that’s fresh this season.

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