Johnny DePhillipo Reflects on His Bachelor in Paradise Experience

Get ready to spill the tea, because we're diving into the juicy details of Johnny DePhillipo's journey on Bachelor in Paradise Season 8! 🌴 In a recent chat on Us Weekly's "Here for the Right Reasons" podcast, the star gave us the lowdown on what really went down during his time in Mexico.

According to Johnny, the whole experience was like a wild roller coaster that comes with its fair share of growing pains. He spilled the beans, saying, "It's not just a show. It's a big therapy session, in a way." Yep, you read that right – forget those roses, it's all about heart-to-hearts in the sun.

Remember when Johnny got down on one knee and proposed to Victoria Fuller in the 2022 season? Well, things went south faster than you can say "rosé." 😬 When asked about the engagement, he quipped, "We were good until we weren't." Ouch, talk about a quick turnaround.

In a plot twist fit for reality TV, Johnny and Victoria's love story hit the rocks while the show was still airing. And who should swoop in but Greg Grippo, a familiar face from Bachelorette Season 17. Now, you might be wondering if the pressure of that Neil Lane diamond played a part in the breakup. Johnny's got a simple answer: nah, fate had its own plans.

But hey, let's not forget that love can bloom in Mexico – and we're not just talking about margaritas. 🍹 Johnny pointed out that some couples have actually made it work after the show, including Marcus Grodd and Lacy Faddoul, who took the plunge in the very first season.

Now, let's chat about that engagement pressure. Johnny spills the tea, saying, "It is a lot of pressure, but when you're there, it doesn't feel like pressure." Yep, it's all sunshine and margaritas until you're back in the real world, thinking, "Wait, I'm engaged? Oh, crap!"

So, what about Johnny and Victoria? Well, no love lost there. She's found happiness with Greg, and Johnny's totally cool with it. He's like, "Yeah, she really liked him, and it took a lot for her to do whatever happened." Sounds like Johnny's on Team Victoria-Is-Happy.

In case you're curious, the exes caught up after the BiP reunion in 2022. But don't hold your breath for a rekindled romance – they're going their separate ways.

Despite the love roller coaster and the breakup blues, Johnny's got no regrets. He sums it up like this: "It was amazing, sad. It was happy. It was everything. But like I said, no regrets. I enjoyed every second of it." 🎢

But hold on, there's more! While Johnny was asked to return for Season 9, he decided to take a rain check. Why? He's being a good grandson and spending quality time with his grandpa in South Jersey, who's dealing with Parkinson's disease. 💔

Oh, and guess what? Our man Johnny is living it up as a bartender these days, making drinks and serving up good times. He's loving the gig, and he's even got a special someone in his life. But, hey, no spoilers here – you'll have to keep your eyes peeled for clues on his Instagram.

So, that's the scoop straight from Johnny DePhillipo's mouth. If you're hungry for more Bachelor Nation drama and heart-to-hearts, don't forget to tune in to Us Weekly's "Here for the Right Reasons" podcast. 🎙️