Bachelor Joey Graziadei's Hometown Dates Result in 75% Love Confessions

Feature Which Women Admit to Falling in Love With Joey Graziadei After Hometowns

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Joey Graziadei from The Bachelor impressed with his smooth interactions with the parents during hometown dates. However, not every family was convinced by his charm.

Before embarking on his journey across the United States and Canada in the episode aired on Monday, March 4, the 28-year-old Joey emphasized the importance of the hometown dates. He knew that the outcome of these visits could greatly impact his relationships with the final four contestants: Daisy Kent, Kelsey Anderson, Maria Georgas, and Rachel Nance.

"I'm really looking forward to seeing what the future holds for us and how our relationship can keep blossoming," shared the tennis pro during a heartfelt moment. "I'm hoping for the best outcome."

Now, let's dive into each of Joey's hometown dates and discover which contestant from his final four didn't make it to the next round.

Kelsey Anderson

Kelsey started off the hometown dates by taking Joey on a tandem bike ride through City Park in New Orleans. They then explored the city together and enjoyed some delicious beignets. Finally, Kelsey introduced Joey to her family, which consisted of her dad, Mark, her brother, Matthew, and her sister, Taylor.

Joey expressed his genuine feelings for her to Mark, saying they were real and made sense. He was filled with hope for their relationship. Although Kelsey's dad was reassured by Joey's sincerity, he also had concerns for his daughter. Ultimately, Mark had faith in the future of their relationship.

Kelsey Anderson Which Women Admit to Falling in Love With Joey Graziadei After Hometowns

He expressed his happiness and joy at seeing Kelsey and Joey together, and the strong bond they share. Despite knowing there are other women involved, he believes Joey will take good care of Kelsey. He wishes for Kelsey to return home engaged.

While Kelsey admitted in a confessional to wanting to “blurt that I love him,” she did not share her feelings with Joey by the end of their visit.

Rachel Nance

Rachel, originally from Hawaii, hosted her hometown date in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Joey had the chance to experience her Filipino culture firsthand when he met Rachel's mom, Noela, dad, Hakim, sister, Amanda, and nephew, Liam, at a backyard celebration. The highlight of the event was a spit-roasted pig.

Rachel Nance Which Women Admit to Falling in Love With Joey Graziadei After Hometowns

Rachel's parents had their doubts about her relationship with Joey. Her mother once said, "The verdict is still out." Joey even told Hakim that he would ask for permission to propose if Rachel was the one he chose. Rachel's dad assured Joey, "She has my number."

Despite the pushback from her family, Rachel did tell Joey that she is falling in love with him.

Daisy Kent

Daisy's heart belongs to a Christmas Tree farm, just like Taylor Swift. Joey visited her hometown of Becker, Minnesota, where they explored her family's business. They met Daisy's mom, Julie, her dad, Brandon, her sister, Josephine, her brother, Harrison, her Grandpa Ted, and Grandma Gloria.

Daisy Kent Which Women Admit to Falling in Love With Joey Graziadei After Hometowns

Daisy's family quickly warmed up to Joey, but Julie worried that her daughter wasn't fully opening up. However, everything changed after Daisy had a heartfelt conversation with her dad. During their hometown date, Daisy finally expressed her feelings to Joey, admitting that she was falling in love with him.

Maria Georgas

"I can't wait to see where this journey takes us. You make me incredibly happy and cherished, and my family can see that too. No matter what the future holds, I'm diving in with all my heart because I believe there's something truly special between us and I'm excited to see where it leads," Daisy expressed. Joey responded, "I feel exactly the same." (A friendly reminder to Bachelor Nation: Look for someone who gazes at you the way Joey gazes at Daisy.)

Finally, Joey went to Niagara Falls, Canada with Maria. They took the Maid of the Mist boat ride together. Maria shared with Joey that she was scared, which led to a serious conversation between them. Joey wished he felt more confident about their relationship, especially since Maria told him that he was the first significant other she had introduced to her family.

Tensions were high as Joey walked into what seemed like a modern-day installment of The Godfather film franchise.

Maria Georgas Which Women Admit to Falling in Love With Joey Graziadei After Hometowns

Maria's dad, Nick, shared with the cameras that Maria is his 100 percent daddy's girl. He expressed concern that if she were to get hurt, it would greatly affect Joey. Joey had met Nick, Maria's mom Lori, her brothers Steven and Soto, as well as their friend Brittany.

At first, it seemed like Maria's hometown date would rival JoJo Fletcher's hometown date during Ben Higgins' Bachelor season. However, Joey's charm won over Maria's family, including her father.

During his private conversation with Maria's dad, Joey expressed his desire to speak sincerely to each of the four remaining women. He admitted that he hadn't yet found love with anyone. This honesty earned Nick's respect, who gave his blessing if Maria turned out to be The One. As the evening concluded, Joey watched home videos of Maria as a baby. This caused Maria to feel overwhelmed and unable to share her emotions.

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Joey’s hometown rose ceremony was held in an airplane hangar. Maria had a moment with Joey before the roses were given out. She revealed to him that she was falling in love with him, something she hadn't said before.

Maria missed out on receiving a rose due to her hesitation. Joey felt unsure about her honesty and doubts after meeting her family, leading him to send Maria home.

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