Sam McKinney Opens Up About Devin Strader’s Behavior After Dramatic ‘The Bachelorette’ Season 21 Finale
Los Angeles, California: ‘The Bachelorette’ season 21 suitor Sam McKinney is opening up about the intense and dramatic season finale of the popular reality dating show, Jane Tran. In a surprising turn of events, Jane Tran and Devin Strader, who were seen as a perfect match at the start of their time on the show, are finally engaged. However, their engagement took an unexpected turn when Devin ended the relationship in a phone call, shocking viewers and fans.
Sam recently took to Instagram to share his thoughts on the emotional rollercoaster of the finale, commenting on the amazing moments that unfolded between Jen and Devin. She reposted a post on her Instagram Story that read, “When you know the worst person was actually right.” The post featured an image of Sam, to which he responded, “Hahaha ok that’s funny.” In a separate video, Sam is seen sitting in front of his television, hands covering his face, clearly engrossed in the dramatic confrontation between Devin and Jane. Sam then reposted a message that read, “Always had Tim Sam and never thought he was the worst (he was actually my top pick). But the proof is that he really matters.” Sam ended the post with the caption, “Forever,” indicating his unwavering support.
‘The Bachelorette’ Season 21 contestant Sam McKinney subtly takes a dig at Devin Strader after the finale (Instagram/@sam.mckinney.23)
‘The Bachelorette’ Season 21 contestant Thomas Newgen calls out Devin Strader after shocking her
Sam McKinney wasn’t the only contestant to publicly criticize Devin Strader and his behavior after ‘The Bachelorette’ season 21 finale.
Another contestant on the ABC dating show, Thomas Newgen, who faced criticism for focusing on his feud with Devin, shared a photo of Devin on his Instagram Stories with the caption, “Damn. The main thing should have kept the main thing,” alluding to Sam’s catchphrase throughout the season. Apart from this, Thomas also posted a video of himself drinking tea and staring blankly into the camera.
‘The Bachelorette’ Season 21 contestant Thomas Nguyen slams Devin Strader after dramatic finale (Instagram/@the_thomaswin)
What Happened to Sam McKinney in ‘The Bachelorette’ Season 21?
Samuel Paul ‘Sam’ McKinney, a notable contestant on Season 21 of the popular reality dating series ‘The Bachelorette’, grabbed viewers’ attention right from the start. At 27, he hails from the picturesque coastal town of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where he works as a contractor.
Sam began her journey on the show in impressive fashion, securing the coveted first impression rose, which is traditionally awarded to the contestant who makes the most significant impression during their initial meeting with Jane Tran. As the season progresses, Sam’s behavior and some of his comments begin to raise concerns among other contestants and viewers. His behavior, which seemed increasingly suspicious, led to growing doubts about his motives and authenticity.
Ultimately, Sam’s journey on ‘The Bachelorette’ came to an end in Week 6 when Jane discovered that her actions were manipulative, leading to her elimination from the competition. This turn of events highlights the complexities of reality television dating dynamics and the challenges contestants face in forming real connections under the scrutiny of cameras and public opinion.
Sam McKinney insults Jane Tran (@abc)
‘The Bachelorette’ Season 21 Star Sam McKinney Reveals Jane Tran Is ‘Not His Type’
Sam McKinney sparked major controversy when he bluntly told Jane Tran that she was “not his type.” This exchange took place during a private conversation in which Jane asked about her first thoughts about him.
Instead of expressing admiration or interest, Sam bluntly stated, “This girl is not my type,” and revealed that he almost decided to quit the show because of it. Jane and the audience were shocked by Sam’s statement, which many felt was disrespectful and indicated his lack of genuine interest in understanding Jane.
Jen is surprised and asks Sam why she chose to be on the show if she didn’t feel a connection with him initially. Sam tried to justify his choice by expressing his willingness to trust the process and explore the possibility of developing feelings over time.
‘The Bachelorette’ Season 21 star Sam McKinney reveals Jane Tran is ‘not his type’ (@abc/@johnfleenor)