Bachelor in Paradise: Episode 4 Recap — Golden Ladies Feeling the Heat!
The "Golden ladies" definitely had the upper hand at the start of this week’s Bachelor in Paradise — they were clutching those precious roses like pros. But by the end of the episode? Panic set in, big time. What started as a seemingly smooth week for the older contestants quickly turned into a survival scramble. Thanks to some fresh faces arriving and a surprise twist from one of their own, the vibe on the beach shifted dramatically.
Let’s break down the biggest moments, the drama, and the couples’ status after episode 4 — spoiler alert: things are getting spicy!
Dale and Kat: Still Holding On, But Rough Waters Ahead
These two were looking solid... until Kat dropped a bombshell question on Dale about Alli Jo, the newcomer who tried to cozy up to him last week.
Kat’s simple but loaded question:
“Did you guys kiss outside of the kissing booth?”
Dale froze for a full five seconds before blurting out,
“Ummm… you know… ummm… one time.”
Okay, credit where credit’s due — he was honest. But the timing? Not great. Kat only found out because she asked, and let’s just say she wasn’t thrilled. The rose lovers out there probably guessed this wouldn’t fly.
Now, does Kat overreact just a tiny bit? Maybe. But Dale didn’t exactly help his case by flipping the switch from chill to defensive in a heartbeat. Plus, his constant push for Kat to just “move past it” felt more like gaslighting than reassurance. Honestly, every time he said “deaded it” about Alli Jo, I cringed.
And here’s another eyebrow-raiser: Dale kept yelling at the tropical birds to shut up. Like, who doesn’t love some chill bird songs on the beach? It was a weird flex. His expletive-laden rant right after the rose ceremony was the icing on the stress cake. Kat, girl, your spot’s looking shaky.
April’s Plot Twist: Dumping Jack for Jonathon?
Right out of the gate, this episode kicked off with April turning up the heat — and borderline flirting with Jonathon so hard it felt like a mild harassment scene (in a fun Bachelor way). The poor guy’s face said it all: terrified but intrigued.
Here’s the rundown:
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Captain Kim, who had been flirting with April last week, suddenly friend-zones her with zero warning. Ouch.
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April’s upset, naturally.
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Then Jack makes his move and lands a passionate kiss with April. Things seem promising; April’s ready to hand Jack a rose, telling him,
“You just came and saved me in more ways than you know.”
But here’s the kicker — despite her apparent connection with Jack, April can’t get Jonathon off her mind. She’s worried he might leave the show alone, without someone who truly appreciates him.
She even tells Jonathon,
“If I could give you my rose, I would.”
Wait, April, don’t you know Paradise is anything goes? No rules stopping roses from getting handed out differently. And producers would never boot out Jonathon or April this early — they know drama sells!
Natascha’s Switch-Up: Saying Goodbye to RJ and Hello to Gary
Natascha started off vibing with RJ, the financial advisor, sharing some mellow moments chilling on beach chairs and chatting about life’s mysteries.
She said,
“RJ is funny, he has some great one-liners. We can relax and take it easy.”
But when Gary walked onto the scene, Natascha instantly turned into a smitten kitten. The moment Gary stepped foot on the sand, she was hooked.
Gary enjoyed chatting with her too, calling her,
“the gasoline that gets the car moving.”
Yet, in a move that screamed producer manipulation, Gary decided to ask Leslie out on a date instead of Natascha.
At the rose ceremony, Natascha got the chance to hand Gary her rose before Leslie, setting up a love triangle that’s bound to get messy.
Leslie’s Dilemma: Stuck with Kim, No Thanks to Gary
With Gary off the table, Leslie was left scrambling to choose between CK, Kim, RJ, and Jack. She even admitted,
“I don’t really know who to pick.”
Earlier in the episode, Leslie had made it clear she felt no romantic spark with Kim, so why did she pick him?
Honestly? Producers pushed her to, probably betting Kim would do something cringeworthy — and boy, did he deliver.
True to form, Kim whipped out his poetry skills and forced Leslie to listen to a poem he wrote. Because who doesn’t want an impromptu poetry recital on Bachelor in Paradise? Bless his heart.
Meanwhile, Gary is still laser-focused on Leslie, so it looks like she might get his rose next week.
Kathy and Keith: Birthday Cheers but Complicated Feelings
Kathy’s birthday bash was definitely memorable — a PG-72-rated body shot off CK’s chest, followed by a steamy smooch. Talk about celebrating in style!
But despite the wild party vibes, Kathy was clear she’s got a real connection with Keith. The morning after giving him her rose, she said,
“I have a really good connection with Keith.”
Unfortunately for Kathy, Keith let Nancy in on a little secret:
“I do not have a romantic connection with her.”
Instead, he told Nancy,
“You’re beautiful, and I want to get to know you.”
Ouch, Kathy. That’s gotta sting.
The Golden Girls’ Numbers Game: Too Many Ladies, Not Enough Men
Then, just when you thought the Golden ladies had it all figured out, Faith showed up — and not just any entrance. She rode into the beach on a horse like a senior-citizen version of She-Ra. Talk about making a statement!
With Faith and Nancy now on the scene, the Golden ladies count swelled to five. But here’s the kicker — there are only three men left on the beach.
Yep, five women, three guys. The odds are not in their favor.
So what does this mean for our sexy sexagenarians and septuagenarians? It’s looking like a cutthroat battle royale to keep those roses and secure love.
Producers might need to step up and bring in more men ASAP before the ladies start elbowing each other for space.
To Sum It Up: Paradise Drama Heating Up!
Key takeaways:
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Dale’s honesty about kissing Alli Jo might have been too little, too late. His defensiveness and weird bird-shushing antics are definite red flags.
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April’s torn between Jack and Jonathon, and she’s not shy about showing it — classic Paradise drama.
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Natascha’s shifting attention from RJ to Gary fuels the inevitable love triangle.
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Leslie’s stuck in a tricky spot with Kim, mostly thanks to producers’ nudges, but Gary’s still in play.
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Kathy and Keith’s connection might be more one-sided than Kathy hoped, especially with Nancy entering the picture.
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The Golden ladies are seriously outnumbering the men, which sets the stage for intense competition ahead.
What’s Next?
If this week’s episode was any indication, Bachelor in Paradise is cranking the drama dial up to 11. With new arrivals, love triangles, and some questionable decisions (looking at you, Dale), the beach is heating up in more ways than one.
And hey, can we get more men on that beach for our fabulous Golden ladies? Five women and three men isn’t a great ratio unless someone’s about to get sent packing.
Stay tuned for next week’s episode — I have a feeling things are only going to get wilder.
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