Bachelorette Katie Thurston reveals she’s ‘getting anxiety treatment from doctors’ days before season premiere
THE Bachelorette star Katie Thurston revealed she’s seeing a doctor for her “anxiety” next week.
The 30-year-old is set to lead the new season of the ABC reality series, which premieres in June.
became a fan-favorite of Bachelor Nation while appearing on Matt James’ season of The Bachelor earlier this year.
Though beloved by viewers for standing up to bullying among the contestants, she was eliminated in Week 6, placing in 11th.
A few weeks after her elimination, it was announced that Katie would be the next , and now she’s gearing up for the premiere of her season, which includes making sure she’s taking care of her mental health.
During an Instagram Q&A with fans, one follower asked if she’s “happy,” to which the reality star shared “the short answer is yes.”
Producers “pushed” for a happy ending, The Sun can reveal, as after the execs felt “pressured” to deliver a .
A source close to the series told The Sun: “Viewers want to see a happy ending and the last few years haven't delivered that.
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“The show has been wrapped up in turmoil and execs felt it was crucial for the future of the franchise to have a more traditional, happy ending this season.
“Producers didn't force Katie to get engaged but there was definitely pressure for it to end in that result. Luckily, it all worked out.”