Bachelor in Paradise's Olivia Lewis Breaks Silence on Kat Izzo and John Henry Spurlock's Split: Denies Trolling Allegations
'Bachelor in Paradise' star Olivia Lewis denies trolling Kat Izzo and John Henry Spurlock's breakup, sharing an Instagram DM revealing the truth behind their drama Get the inside scoop on this juicy scandal and find out what really went down
Olivia Lewis ABC/Craig Sjodin
Paradise beaches may be closed, but the drama is still ongoing. Bachelor in Paradise season 9 star Olivia Lewis recently addressed accusations of trolling Kat Izzo and John Henry Spurlock‘s breakup, clarifying her genuine intentions. Olivia, 25, took to Instagram on Monday, December 11, to share a TikTok video featuring The Pussycat Dolls’ song “Don’t Cha,” with the lyrics: “Don’t cha wish your girlfriend was hot like me?”
The video started with a scene of Olivia and Kat, both 27, from the show arguing about John Henry. (Olivia was dating John Henry when Kat showed interest in him.) After Kat said she didn't have to "explain" herself, Olivia walked away and told her co-star, "Act with genuine intention, Kat."
Olivia posted on her Instagram Story: "Just discovered that I can search my name on TikTok and watch these little videos you all make, and I'm loving them."
Three hours later, she returned to the social media platform and claimed that Kat had reached out to her about the timing of the video. Olivia shared the TikTok an hour after Kat and John Henry, 31, announced their split.
"I see you unsent your message but I still got it," Olivia wrote to Kat. "Just wanna be clear: contrary to what you and whatever other trolls believe, I’ve been reposting bachelor stuff everyday and I just came across this TikTok. Has nothing to do with you, being that it’s a mashup of ME. Isn’t directed at you or your breakup post. Not sure how anyone can conclude that. Please stop trying to start stuff cuz I promise you don’t wanna go down that road with me."
John Henry Spurlock and Kat Izzo ABC/Craig Sjodin
Olivia shared Kat's response in a screenshot, where Kat expressed stop trying to start problems and accused Olivia of capitalizing on the hate towards her. Olivia defended herself in the post's caption, making it clear that the tik tok has nothing to do with Kat and John Henry's breakup. She urged people to speak their minds openly and clarified that she would never make fun of someone's pain, emphasizing that she doesn't involve herself with those outside her circle.
The post ended with the message, "Wishing everyone happy holidays!" Kat and John Henry, who got engaged on season 9 of BiP, announced their breakup in a joint statement on Monday, after the season finished airing on Thursday, December 7.
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Kat and I have made the decision to part ways with mutual love and respect. Our relationship has brought us many wonderful memories and personal growth that we had hoped to share with everyone. However, due to differences in our career goals, we are going in separate directions. We are thankful for the love and support from our family, friends, and Bachelor Nation, and while this was not an easy decision, we believe it is the right choice for both of us. We ask for continued support and respect for our privacy as we navigate this transition.
After our announcement, Aaron Bryant also confirmed the end of his engagement with Eliza Isichei. Additionally, the couple Kylee Russell and Aven Jones, who left the show together but did not get engaged, have confirmed their split, with Kylee accusing Aven of infidelity.
