Bachelor Nation Shaken: Katie Thurston’s Ex Blake Moynes Crowned as the Next Bachelor!

In a twist no one saw coming, Blake Moynes—yes, that Blake Moynes, Katie Thurston’s ex-fiancé—is stepping back into the spotlight in a big way. ABC just announced that Blake will officially lead Season 30 of The Bachelor, and Bachelor Nation is already buzzing with excitement, shock, and more than a few questions.

Once a beloved contestant turned heartbroken ex, Blake has remained a quiet figure since his very public split from Katie following their whirlwind engagement on The Bachelorette. While fans assumed his chapter in Bachelor Nation had closed for good, Blake clearly has unfinished business—and maybe, just maybe, his happily ever after is still waiting.

Sources close to the production say Blake’s return wasn’t always a sure thing. Insiders reveal that producers had been looking for someone with “depth, experience, and unfinished romantic business”—and Blake fit the bill perfectly. His past appearances on Clare/Tayshia’s and Katie’s seasons made him a fan-favorite, known for his sincerity, charm, and let’s not forget—those Canadian good looks.

But this casting choice comes with its fair share of drama. Viewers are already speculating: Will Katie react to the news? Could old feelings resurface? And how will the women vying for Blake’s heart feel knowing he once proposed to another Bachelorette on national TV?

Adding even more intrigue, rumors are swirling that producers are planning major format changes for this milestone season—possibly including appearances from some familiar faces. Could Katie herself return in a shocking twist? Nothing is off the table when it comes to Season 30.

Fans are divided. Some are thrilled to see a mature, emotionally open lead back at the helm. Others are skeptical, wondering if Blake is truly ready to find love after such a high-profile breakup. But one thing is certain: Season 30 is going to be one for the books.

Love, heartbreak, and redemption—Blake Moynes is back, and he’s got 30 new chances to finally find the one. Grab your wine and roses, because The Bachelor just got a whole lot more interesting.