'Bachelor' Nation Villains You Love To Hate

Jules Burke
Updated October 15, 2024 18 items

Who are the most iconic Bachelor Nation villains in history? Between The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, Bachelor in Paradise, and Bachelor Pad, there's never a shortage of drama. Like any reality show, there's at least one Bachelor villain per season. Who do you think is the one stirring up said drama? The truth is, these "villains" are the lifeblood of the show. They're responsible for some of the series' best quotes and most memorable scenes. 

One of the biggest Bachelorette villains is probably Ian Thompson. He was way too obsessed with himself to seriously date anyone else. Of course, there was also the Chad Johnson Bachelor drama on both Kaitlyn Bristowe’s season of The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise. Some in Bachelor Nation might consider Chad Johnson to be one of the worst Bachelorette contestants ever.

For Bachelor villains, the competition is stiff. It's honestly hard to pick between contestants like Corinne Olympios, Olivia Cardi, Krystal Nielsen, and Courtney Robertson. Who could forget Corrine's bouncy castle incident? She was definitely one of the craziest Bachelor contestants. Or Krystal's post-bowling meltdown? Or Courtney's skinny-dipping scandal? Was Courtney Robertson the most hated girl on The Bachelor

This list features the most annoying Bachelor contestants. Keep reading to relive all the past Bachelor Nation villains and the unforgettable moments that established them as the most wicked contestants on the show. Some moments are shocking, some are evil, and some are just straight-up bizarre. Don't say we didn't warn you! 

  • Corinne Olympios
    1

    Corinne Olympios

    My heart is gold, but my vagine is platinum. 

    Season: 21, Nick Viall 

    Most unforgettable moment: Corinne infamously rented a bouncy castle for her and Nick to fool around in during what was supposed to be a group pool party. Then, after her bouncy castle romp, Corinne felt so sure she and Nick were connecting that she didn't bother showing up to the rose ceremony, instead opting for a nap. 

    • Age: 28
    • Birthplace: Miami, FL
    23 votes
    Memorable?
  • Olivia Cardi
    2

    Olivia Cardi

    I'm obviously the front runner. 

    Season: 20, Ben Higgins

    Most unforgettable moment: Winning the impression rose from Ben certainly went to Olivia's head. She gave Ben a promise ring, ignoring the fact that there were still several other girls left in the competition. It upset a lot of the other girls, and Ben seemed pretty uncomfortable about it as well. 

    • Age: 27
    • Birthplace: New York, NY
    14 votes
    Memorable?
  • Tierra LiCausi
    3

    Tierra LiCausi

    They said, 'Tierra, you have a sparkle. Do not let those girls take your sparkle away.' 

    Season: 17, Sean Lowe 

    Most unforgettable moment: At this point, Tierra had been on three group dates, and was frustrated she hadn't been picked for a solo date. So she decided to throw a fit and interrupt Sean's hot tub date with another girl. Sean took pity on her and gave her a rose. How on earth did that work?

    • Age: 30
    • Birthplace: Las Vegas, NV
    17 votes
    Memorable?
  • Chad Johnson
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    Chad Johnson

    In other words, it is not a wise decision to poke the Chad-bear.

    Season: 12, JoJo Fletcher, Bachelor in Paradise Season 2

    Most unforgettable moment: Chad got seriously aggravated on Bachelor in Paradise, lashing out at show host Chris Harrison in a rage. Harrison seemed confused by the ordeal, after Chad kept accusing him of not caring about the contestants and instead being focused on "mimosas." Yikes.

    • Age: 32
    • Birthplace: Tulsa, OK
    21 votes
    Memorable?
  • Courtney Robertson

    I'm not here to make friends. 

    Season: 16, Ben Flajnik

    Most unforgettable moment: Courtney is a true Bachelor villain — her memoir is even titled, I Didn't Come Here to Make Friends. Her most unforgettable moment had to be when she convinced Ben to go skinny dipping, much to the chagrin of the other girls. 

    • Age: 41
    • Birthplace: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Arizona, USA
    19 votes
    Memorable?
  • Juan Pablo Galavis

    So you don’t want to eat octopus; that’s gonna be the first thing I’m gonna give you. You just made the worst mistake of your life.

    Season: 18

    Most unforgettable moment: Juan Pablo shocked the audience when he decided not to propose to anyone during his finale. The most cringe-worthy moment is when he breaks up with Clare and goes in for a hug, but she awkwardly declines him. She tearfully leaves, and he can only say, "Whoo! Glad I didn't pick her."

    • Age: 43
    • Birthplace: Ithaca, New York, USA
    19 votes
    Memorable?
  • Vienna Girardi
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    Vienna Girardi

    That girl is floating on twinkle-toes. I think she might dream in cartoons. I'm just sayin', I think it's possible. 

    Season: 14, Jake Pavelka

    Most unforgettable moment: After antagonizing the other contestants for the entire season, Vienna almost gets her way... until Jake breaks off their engagement in an epic breakup interview. It concludes in her tearing up and storming off camera in the most dramatic way possible. 

    • Age: 33
    • Birthplace: Geneva, FL
    14 votes
    Memorable?
  • Krystal Nielsen
    8

    Krystal Nielsen

    I'm looking for a partnership. I'm looking for someone who I trust. 

    Season: 22, Arie Luyendyk Jr., Bachelor In Paradise Season 5

    Most unforgettable moment: Krystal's team crushed their competition during the bowling challenge, and their prize? An exclusive after party with Arie. But in a change of heart, Arie decided to bring the losing team to the after party, too. Krystal then proceeded to have a major hissy fit. 

    • Age: 32
    • Birthplace: Missoula, MT
    17 votes
    Memorable?
  • Bentley Williams
    9

    Bentley Williams

    I would literally rather be, like, swimming in pee than trying to plan my wedding with her. 

    Season: 7, Ashley Hebert

    Most unforgettable moment: Bentley Williams was not a nice guy. He was never attracted to Ashley, and decided to go to her place to tell her in the meanest way possible before she got a chance to give him the boot herself. In a confessional, he reveals, "I'm gonna make Ashley cry. I hope my hair looks okay." 

    • Age: 37
    • Birthplace: Utah
    13 votes
    Memorable?
  • Rozlyn Papa
    10

    Rozlyn Papa

    On my child's life, that never happened. 

    Season: 14, Jake Pavelka

    Most unforgettable moment: Rozlyn Papa will be remembered as the contestant who had an "inappropriate" relationship with one of the producers. When she denied it, several other contestants called her out, and one claimed she even saw them kissing. But Rozyln swore "on her child's life" that it wasn't true. 

    • Age: 28
    • Birthplace: Richmond, VA
    15 votes
    Memorable?
  • Ian Thompson
    11

    Ian Thompson

    I’m being punished for being an intellectual. They didn’t teach cheesy movie quotes at Princeton! 

    Season: 11, Kaitlyn Bristowe

    Most unforgettable moment: Ian's ego was through the roof, making him entirely unlikable on the Bachelorette. He felt that he should have been the Bachelor, instead of just another option for Kaitlyn. That didn't sit too well with her, and he was promptly kicked off the show. 

    • Age: 33
    • Birthplace: Los Angeles, CA
    15 votes
    Memorable?
  • Kalon McMahon
    12

    Kalon McMahon

    Like anybody else, I need the $250,000. Helicopter fuel is expensive. 

    Season: 8, Emily Maynard, Bachelor in Paradise Season 1

    Most unforgettable moment: Kalon McMahon was a gold digger, and clearly wasn't into Emily for the right reasons. She finally got to call him out on it in front of everyone, and he was not having it. She told him, "I just hope you find faith in something bigger than your Prada shoes and your rented helicopter." 

    • Age: 34
    • Birthplace: Houston, TX
    15 votes
    Memorable?
  • Wes Hayden
    13

    Wes Hayden

    You know what they say: 'Nice guys finish last.'

    Season: 5, Jillian Harris

    Most unforgettable moment: At first, Wes came off as a charming country boy on his date with Jillian. But even from the beginning, Jillian could see the hints of a bad boy under the surface. He sidelined the other contestants by serenading Jillian with a country song, and let's just say... it totally worked. 

    • Age: 39
    • Birthplace: Huntsville, TX
    11 votes
    Memorable?
  • Kelsey Poe
    14

    Kelsey Poe

    I get it. I am blessed with eloquence and I'm articulate and I use a lot of big words because I'm smart.

    Season: 19, Chris Soules

    Most unforgettable moment: Kelsey turned on the waterworks when she told Chris about her first husband, Sanderson Poe, whose untimely death left her shaken. The awkwardly-told story might have gotten Chris' sympathy, but not the audience's. "Isn’t my story amazing? It’s tragic, but it’s amazing. I love my story…" Uh, what? 

    • Age: 33
    • Birthplace: Grand Rapids, MI
    14 votes
    Memorable?
  • Justin Rego
    15

    Justin Rego

    I want him to doubt every single thing about today, and, hopefully, I'll be the one to push him over the edge... 

    Season: 6, Ali Fedotowsky, Bachelor Pad Season 2

    Most unforgettable moment: Justin Rego hobbled to Ali's mansion on crutches in an attempt to win her in a romantic gesture. But he totally "forgot" to tell her that he had another girlfriend waiting for him back at home. That's not very smooth, considering he left said girlfriend multiple voicemails while on camera. Ali finally confronted him about it on camera as well.

    • Age: 36
    • Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario
    14 votes
    Memorable?
  • Michelle Money
    16

    Michelle Money

    I'm ready for some girls to go home, primarily because I need more space for my luggage. 

    Season: 15, Brad Womack

    Most unforgettable moment: Michelle Money and Brad's first meeting was almost too perfect. Their instant chemistry was extinguished when Michelle pinned Brad on a chair and forced him to look into her eyes while she told him how "different" she was from the other girls. Naturally, Brad looked really uncomfortable. 

    • Age: 44
    • Birthplace: USA, Salt Lake City, Utah
    13 votes
    Memorable?
  • Trish Schneider
    17

    Trish Schneider

    I'd be a great wife... but just don't ask me to cook.

    Season: 5, Jesse Palmer 

    Most unforgettable moment: Trish was way too cocky when she came on The Bachelor. She felt like she had a leg up (literally) on the competition because of her "long, pretty legs." To quote Trish, "Out of those 24 other girls, that's what he's gonna remember." 

    • Age: 45
    • Birthplace: Atlanta, GA
    12 votes
    Memorable?
  • Joe Bailey
    18

    Joe Bailey

    It was very difficult for me not to rip my fist into Mikey's face.

    Season: 11, Kaitlyn Bristowe; Bachelor in Paradise Season 2

    Most unforgettable moment: On Bachelor in Paradise, Joe made plans to secretly hook up with fellow contestant Samantha Steffen once she arrived in Paradise. So he led on Juelia up until then, stringing her along just so he could get to Samantha. But Sam gave her rose to someone else, and Joe was rightfully sent home. 

    • Age: 33
    • Birthplace: Glasgow, KY
    12 votes
    Memorable?