The Bachelorette: Katie Thurston questions her suitors' intentions; Says 'not here to waste my time'

Blake Moynes was a surprise addition to Katie Thurston‘s season of The Bachelorette and they actually have some history.

Making the first move! Blake Moynes may have reached out to Katie Thurston during Matt James‘ season of The Bachelor, but that doesn’t mean it was love at first text.

The Bachelorette's new episode promised fresh drama and also a new suitor for lead Katie Thurston. The show's 17th season is currently underway and in the latest episode, we saw one of the old contestants from the franchise, Blake Moynes trying to get himself a spot on the new season.

With the help of Nick Viall, Katie Thurston learned a lot about her suitors during the Monday, June 21, episode of The Bachelorette, and the former Bachelor opened up about working with the producers to plan the date on Us Weekly’s “Here for the Right Reasons.”

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's relationships with her men reached new levels on Monday's episode of . The episode picked up right where last week's left off, with the men confronting Karl for making Katie doubt her relationships with each of them.After canceling the rest of the cocktail party and getting a sweet check-in from Greg, Katie began calling out names for roses.

Glamour about why it was important to share her past experience on the reality show. "That is not something I wish upon anybody." By On the most recent episode of , Katie Thurston opened up about a past non-consensual sexual encounter she experienced.

Haley Kluge editorSPOILER ALERT: Do not read if you have not yet watched the June 21 episode of “The Bachelorette.”The third episode of Season 17 of “The Bachelorette” led to some emotional declarations, not least of all from lead Katie Thurston, who shared a story about being sexually assaulted.During the first date of the week, nine men joined Katie and former Bachelor Nick Viall for a day of truth-telling.

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.

Still processing. Ashley Iaconetti revealed how she feels about Chris Harrison’s exit from The Bachelor franchise just weeks after the announcement was made.

Batter up! Katie Thurston is already a pro at fending off suitors who aren’t here for the right reasons, but now she can add MLB pitcher to her resume.

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. 

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.

Katie Thurston is questioning many of her suitors.  began with high hopes on Monday, as Katie gushed that «it's easy to love» her remaining men.Karl, however, began stirring the pot shortly thereafter, likening the show to and saying that he's «prepared to fight to the death» to win.It got uncomfortable next, as Katie's first group date kicked off with the help of Heather McDonald.

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.

Katie Thurston was named as a lead for The Bachelorette's season 17 during a time when the franchise was going through a strange time. The franchise has been in the news for longtime host Chris Harrison's exit.