Joe Amabile Thinks Grant and Litia Are ‘Strongest Couple’ on ‘The Bachelor,’ Charity Lawson Calls Juliana ‘Safe’

Joe Amabile and Charity Lawson Dive into Grant Ellis’ Connections on The Bachelor

The Bachelor Nation alums Joe Amabile and Charity Lawson recently shared their thoughts on Grant Ellis’ connections with his final contestants during the Tuesday, March 4, episode of the Bachelor Happy Hour podcast. The two recapped the Monday, March 3, episode of The Bachelor, which featured Grant’s hometown dates and a visit with one suitor’s friends. Their analysis offered a deeper look into Grant’s relationships with Juliana Pasquarosa, Zoe McGrady, Litia Garr, and Dina Lupancu, highlighting the ups and downs of each connection.

Juliana Pasquarosa: A Safe but Spark-Free Connection?

Charity Lawson, a former Bachelorette, expressed mixed feelings about Grant and Juliana Pasquarosa’s relationship. While the two are undeniably cute and compatible, Charity believes their connection lacks a certain spark. “They are each other’s safe space, but I don’t know if it’s necessarily the good safe space,” she said, suggesting that their relationship might feel more like a “safe route” or “safe option” rather than a passionate, all-consuming romance. Joe Amabile, who tied the knot with Serena Pitt in 2022, agreed that Juliana and Grant “really like each other,” but he emphasized that their relationship doesn’t seem to go beyond that. When Joe asked if they might “settle” for each other, Charity hesitated, noting that the word carries negative connotations but admitted that their relationship lacks depth. Both Joe and Charity acknowledged that there’s still time for their connection to grow, but as it stands, their chemistry feels surface-level.

Zoe McGrady: Respect Over Romance
Joe and Charity also discussed Zoe McGrady’s relationship with Grant, with both agreeing that their connection feels less intimate and more platonic. Joe pointed out that Grant repeatedly emphasized how much he “likes” Zoe but stopped short of expressing love, which could indicate that he doesn’t see a romantic future with her. Charity echoed this sentiment, describing Zoe’s connection with Grant as “a step below” Juliana’s in terms of emotional depth. While Grant clearly respects Zoe, his hesitation to express stronger feelings suggests that their relationship might not be progressing beyond friendship. “It’s more about respect than romance,” Charity said, adding that Zoe’s connection with Grant feels more like a “colleague relationship” than a passionate partnership.

Litia Garr: The Strongest Connection of the Season
In contrast to Juliana and Zoe, Litia Garr’s relationship with Grant stands out as the most promising. Both Joe and Charity agreed that Litia and Grant have the strongest connection of the season, with conversations that go beyond surface level. “Their relationship feels solid,” Charity said, highlighting the depth and substance of their interactions. While the other contestants’ relationships feel more uncertain, Litia and Grant’s connection appears to have a strong foundation, making them the most likely couple to succeed in the long run. Joe also praised their chemistry, noting that it’s clear how much they enjoy each other’s company. For viewers like Charity, their relationship is a refreshing contrast to the more lackluster connections.

Dina Lupancu: A Friendship That Fizzled
Dina Lupancu’s relationship with Grant, on the other hand, seemed to fizzle out during the hometown dates. Both Joe and Charity described their connection as feeling more like a friendship than a romance. “It’s like a colleague relationship,” Charity said, echoing Joe’s sentiment that their interactions lacked the emotional intimacy of Grant’s relationships with the other contestants. Dina herself admitted during the Women Tell All taping that she realized she wasn’t the one for Grant after their hometown date in Chicago. She revealed that the nine-day gap between their interactions made it difficult to maintain their connection. “I forgot we were even dating,” she confessed, adding that their relationship couldn’t withstand the test of time.

Grant’s Journey Continues
As The Bachelor progresses, fans are eagerly waiting to see how Grant’s relationships with the remaining contestants will unfold. With Litia and Juliana still in the running, the question remains whether their connections will deepen or fizzle out like Dina’s. One thing is certain: Grant has some tough decisions ahead as he navigates the final stretch of his journey to love. Catch The Bachelor every Monday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC to see how it all plays out.