The beach may be beautiful, but it’s never been more cutthroat. After weeks of hookups, heartbreak, and rose ceremonies, the Bachelor in Paradise finale arrives tonight, Tuesday, September 2, 2025, on ABC. This year’s ending isn’t just about love — it comes with a shocking half-million dollar twist that will test every remaining couple.
When & How to Watch
Fans expecting the big finish on Labor Day had to wait one more night. ABC shifted the broadcast to September 2, with Monday, September 1, airing reruns instead. The finale airs at 9 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and will be available to stream the next day on Hulu.
The Final Couples
After weeks of shifting alliances and late-night drama, only two couples remain on the beach: Jess Edwards & Spencer Conley and Alexe Godin & Andrew Spencer. Reality spoilers also reveal that Kat Izzo & Dale Moss narrowly missed the final two, finishing in third place.
According to reports, both finalist pairs have weathered ups and downs but entered the finale as solid contenders. Dale and Kat’s exit left two strong couples vying not just for roses but for something much bigger.
The $500,000 Twist Explained
This season introduced a franchise-first competition element: a potential $500,000 prize. Host Jesse Palmer revealed midway through the season that love wouldn’t be the only thing on the line. For the first time, couples would have to choose between money and their relationship.
Here’s how it works: both couples are asked to pick “money” or “love.” If they choose love, they each receive envelopes with mystery amounts of cash. According to spoilers, both couples went with love, but their combined totals did not reach the full $500,000. Jess and Spencer reportedly pulled the higher prize envelopes, edging out Alexe and Andrew.
Engagement & Emotional Goodbyes
The finale wasn’t just about money. In a romantic twist, Jess and Spencer capped their journey with a surprise engagement. The proposal underscored their decision to choose love over cash, creating one of the season’s most memorable moments. (Reality Tea)
Meanwhile, Alexe and Andrew left Paradise stronger as a couple, even without the highest payout. Both pairs proved that while money sweetens the deal, the emotional stakes of Paradise are still about lasting connections.
Why This Finale Is Different
Season 10 marked a turning point for the franchise. Once the prize twist was announced, no new contestants arrived, locking the cast and forcing existing couples to commit. Producers leaned into challenges and “relationship tests,” creating a more strategic and competitive environment than past seasons.
The combination of a cash prize, locked cast, and couple-based challenges has given fans plenty to talk about. Whether this format change is a one-season experiment or a permanent addition remains to be seen, but it unquestionably raised the stakes in Paradise.
Fan Reactions & What’s Next
Social media lit up the moment the cash twist was revealed, with fans debating whether money undermines the show’s premise or simply adds drama. The finale is expected to keep viewers buzzing long after the credits roll, especially with one couple leaving engaged and both walking away with cash in hand.
As for what comes next, ABC has not yet confirmed another season, but the show’s ability to reinvent itself could mean season 11 is closer than fans think. For now, Paradise closes its 10th season with love, money, and the most high-stakes finale yet.
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