The Bachelor Season 28: Elimination Details from Episode 8 Revealed! (Spoilers)

Attention! Spoilers ahead for The Bachelor season 28 episode 8!

This week on The Bachelor season 28, Joey Graziadei went on four hometown dates. Unfortunately, he had to say goodbye to Maria Georgas in the end. Joey, a 28-year-old tennis pro from Collegeville, Pennsylvania, started his journey with 32 women and has now narrowed it down to three. He chose to give roses to Kelsey Anderson, Daisy Kent, and Rachel Nance, keeping them in the running for his heart.

Maria Georgas' Bachelor Journey Up To Hometowns

Joey had successful hometown dates with all of his final four women: Kelsey, Daisy, Rachel, and Maria. Unfortunately, he decided to eliminate Maria, a 29-year-old executive assistant from Kleinburg, Ontario, Canada. Despite having a spark since meeting on premiere night, their relationship was a bit tumultuous. Ultimately, Joey felt it was best to say goodbye to Maria before the Fantasy Suite overnight dates and possible engagement.

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Maria and Joey's Bachelor journey began well with a kiss on premiere night. Unfortunately, Sydney Gordon labeled Maria as a "mean girl" and a bully due to a misunderstanding. Sydney accused Maria of belittling Madina Alam, but Maria's intentions were misconstrued. Despite false accusations, Maria found herself on a two-on-one date with Sydney. In the end, Joey chose to eliminate Sydney because he believed Maria to be more genuine and sincere.

After Sydney left, Lea Cayanan continued to bully Maria. Jess Edwards also had a confrontation with Maria for stealing Joey away to spend time with him at a cocktail party, despite already having a rose. This seemed hypocritical since Jess had spent more time with Joey on premiere night after they shared a kiss. Maria was upset by the women's meanness, almost quitting the show.

During episode 6, Maria finally had a one-on-one date with Joey in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Their connection grew stronger. In episode 7, Maria saw Joey kiss Jenn Tran on a group date, causing her to spiral. She was worried about introducing him to her family during a hometown date when they weren't exclusive. Maria considered leaving the show but decided to stay after Joey gave her a rose, indicating he wanted to meet her family.

Maria's Hometown Date Went Very Well

The Bachelor season 28's Maria Georgas montage, smiling and looking serious - Maria's Hometown Date Went Very Well

Joey and Maria went to Niagra Falls for her hometown date. At the start of their date, Joey confessed his worry in a private moment, admitting that he feared she might have almost left. He felt like their relationship was taking steps forward, only to take steps back. He expressed his desire to leave without any doubts lingering.

In her own private moment, Maria shared her biggest fear - falling for Joey and then getting her heart broken. She admitted that her first instinct was to run away out of fear, but deep down, she wanted to fully commit to Joey and show him her true feelings.

The couple enjoyed their day together on the Maid of the Mist, a boat tour at Niagra Falls. Later, they had an open conversation about Maria's nearly leaving. She expressed to Joey that he was everything she had ever wanted in a man, making it difficult for her to imagine him with someone else. Joey reassured her that her fears did not scare him, but the idea of her almost walking away did.

Joey expressed his desire to feel more confident with Maria. In response, Maria reassured him that she would never let him down. She then revealed to him that she had never introduced anyone to her family before. Joey found it touching, but also felt concerned that she had kept that part of her life hidden for so long.

That evening, Joey had the opportunity to meet Maria's family for the first time. He met her father, Nick, who shared a special bond with Maria. He also met her mother, Lori, her brothers, Steven and Soto, as well as her friend, Brittany. The meeting went smoothly, and Nick even gave Joey his approval. Maria was deeply moved and shed tears when she had a private conversation with her father, who expressed his support for her relationship with Joey. Nick mentioned that he had never seen Maria as happy as she was with Joey. The night ended with Joey and Maria watching videos from Maria's childhood home.

Maria's Unspoken Feelings For Joey

However, Maria didn't confess her love to Joey, despite admitting her true feelings in her confessional. Instead, she expressed her strong emotions towards him, which were only growing. She thanked him for being there with her family, and he reciprocated by appreciating the invitation. In her confessional, Maria revealed her desire to confess her feelings to Joey, but she found herself too anxious to do so. She expressed her regret as Joey left without knowing the depth of her emotions.

Joey Eliminated Maria At The Rose Ceremony

The Bachelor Season 28 Contestant Maria Georgas Meeting Joey Graziadei - Joey Eliminated Maria At The Rose Ceremony

Maria felt hesitant at the rose ceremony because she hadn't told Joey that she was falling in love with him, unlike some of the other girls. Feeling regretful, Maria took a chance and pulled Joey aside to confess her feelings. Unfortunately, Joey didn't choose Maria to receive a rose, leading to the end of their relationship.

Joey walked Maria to the door, expressing how difficult things had been for him. He mentioned the challenges they faced but emphasized that he had fought for their relationship and had chosen to be together. Joey explained that he had put in a lot of effort to envision a future with Maria, going into hometowns with an open mind.

Despite his efforts, Joey admitted to feeling unsure about moving forward with Maria due to the doubts he had. He shared that their relationship was important to him and that he genuinely cared for her. Maria, understanding his perspective, smiled and reassured him that it was okay before leaving in the limousine.

Maria confessed to the cameras that she was feeling confused. She shared with Joey that she had opened up completely and admitted to falling in love with him. Maria expressed her disappointment, saying, "If that's not enough for him, then what more can I give? It's frustrating. It saddens me because Joey was everything I ever wanted, and it's rare for me to feel this way. I should have told him how I felt much earlier, and that's my biggest regret."

Even though Maria and Joey didn't end up together, she has gained popularity among Bachelor Nation fans. Many are excited about the possibility of Maria becoming the next Bachelorette. It would be wonderful to see Maria finally find the love she has been seeking.

The Bachelor season 28 airs Mondays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.

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Editor's P/S:

This article provides a detailed account of Maria's journey on The Bachelor season 28, culminating in her elimination at the hometown dates. It highlights the challenges she faced, including bullying and misunderstandings, as well as the strong connection she formed with Joey Graziadei. Maria's vulnerability and emotional growth throughout her time on the show are evident, making her a relatable figure for many viewers.

Despite the disappointment of her elimination, Maria's genuine emotions and unwavering determination have left a lasting impression on Bachelor Nation. Her story serves as a testament to the complexities of finding love on a reality television show, where emotions can be both heightened and fragile. The possibility of Maria becoming the next Bachelorette has generated excitement among fans, who recognize