Katie Thurston Reveals She Fell in Love 'More Than Once' During Her Season of 'The Bachelorette' (Exclusive)

One step at a time. Katie Thurston let fans in on her healing process after coming forward with her experience as a sexual assault survivor during the Monday, June 21, episode of The Bachelorette.

Katie Thurston wanted to share her story to help others.

This article mentions accounts of sexual assault (Trigger Warning)The Bachelorette's new episode took a much serious tone as the show's lead, Katie Thurston revealed her past sexual assault experience during a group discussion on accountability and honesty led by former Bachelor Nick Viall. Katie opened up to her suitors as she detailed why she has an "unhealthy" relationship with sex.

Katie Thurston is sharing a painful experience from her past with some of her suitors. During the group date on Monday night's episode of , Katie brought in Nick Viall to hold her men accountable.After hearing stories from the guys, during which they were «open and vulnerable,» Katie was inspired to share something of her own.«What I’m going to tell you, a lot of people actually don’t know, including my own mom.

Ready to find The One! Katie Thurston knew exactly what she was looking for before starting her journey on The Bachelorette — and she wasn’t willing to settle for less.

Katie Thurston is standing by her side part and her flannels. The Bachelorette clapped back at fashion critics that have been sliding into her DMs, stating that she’s prepared to delete anyone who feels the need to comment on her appearance. 

A tale as old as time. Bachelorette contestant Thomas Jacobs has been accused of going on Katie Thurston’s season to further his career — and the season 17 cast isn’t letting him get away with it.

The Bachelorette season 17 is turning out to be high on drama from the beginning itself. The show is two episodes down and it has already had its own share of and emotional outbursts from the lead as well as heated discussions among the suitors.

Mike Planeta is certainly not the first virgin to compete on The Bachelor or The Bachelorette, but he is the latest.

The best and the worst of night one! Katie Thurston answered a series of rapid-fire questions about the season 17 premiere of The Bachelorette on Us Weekly’s Here for the Right Reasons — including her favorite limo entrance: Connor Brennan.

niece guys. During the Season 17 premiere of “The Bachelorette,” leading lady Katie Thurston was introduced to 29 potential future husbands.

Katie Thurston wasn't sure she wanted to continue as the Bachelorette. The 30-year-old franchise lead recently told ET's Nischelle Turner about the moment in the season trailer that sent fans abuzz.In the sneak peek, which aired at the end of Monday night's premiere episode, Katie wonders, «I came here to fall in love.

“The Bachelorette” 2021 will feature mud wrestling, tears and plenty of drama, according to a sneak preview.

In for a wild ride! Katie Thurston made her debut as the Bachelorette during the Monday, June 7, season 17 premiere of the ABC reality show.

Haley Kluge Senior DesignerSPOILER ALERT: Do not read if you have not yet watched the Season 17 premiere of “The Bachelorette.”It’s Katie Thurston’s chance to find love.Despite her striking first impression with Matt James on “The Bachelor,” when she introduced herself alongside her trusty vibrator, Katie’s time on the ABC franchise was cut short.

One thing missing from the new season of The Bachelorette is the show’s longtime host Chris Harrison and leading lady Katie Thurston is sharing her thoughts on his absence.