Andy Baldwin is a Bachelor Again

Totally bummed about this one. While I'd like to think there was still hope, methinks the writing is on the wall and this is the beginning of the end. Just as the newest season of The Bachelor is set to premiere, comes news that Andy Baldwin and Tessa Horst have called off their engagement.

"We are very much in love and committed to our relationship," the couple say in a statement to People magazine. "With the possibility of reassignment to a new location, we decided it was not the ideal time for Tessa to uproot herself and move out [to Hawaii] right now. Our relationship continues to deepen, and we're very hopeful about our future together." Andy went on to say, "I know that I have a year left and I may have the option of a three-year tour. There is also the option of a position in California. There is also a chance of me going back to finish my residency training. I am a firm believer that everything happened for a reason, and I am a firm believer that this happened in my life for a reason. Tessa came onto the show for a reason, and it is like a dream come true."

Something's fishy in Denmark.

Photo from ABC.

Andy and Tessa - Still Going Strong

Recent Bachelor Andy Baldwin took his betrothed, Tessa Horst, to Hawaii for Memorial Day weekend. Judging by the beach pictures floating around the net, the two are still very happily together. Right before their holiday weekend in Hawaii, the couple sat down with Us magazine to catch up.

Usmagazine.com: Congratulations! You both must be so thrilled after having to keep your relationship a secret since the show wrapped in March. What do you have planned now that America knows that you are in love and engaged?
Andy Baldwin: We’ve been walking around New York and I’ve been screaming it at the top of my lungs! It’s not a secret any longer! We finished the show two months ago and to have to watch it all over again and it’s been really hard– especially on Tessa – to have all that drudged up.
Tessa Horst: It’s a huge relief to have it over. It’s been great moving forward with Andy since the show’s been wrapping, but it was hard that everyone around us was watching it as if it was present. We’re really excited to move forward from here.

Usmagagazine.com: You no doubt learned quite a bit about each other during the course of the show, but what have you learned about each other since?
AB: We’ve learned a lot! [Laughs] We’ve seen each other four times and talked to each other over the phone [while the show was airing]. We’ve definitely commented how much better we know each other now than we did at the end of the show. The risk we took in getting engaged is getting better and better. There are some things that Tessa has found out about me…
TH: Andy snores! [Laughs] He wakes up at 5 a.m. every morning – as if that’s a normal time to get up and start your day!
AB: Tessa’s a good cook! [Pause] And she sweats a lot from her armpits! [Laughs]

Usmagazine.com: Andy, last time we spoke, you told me you were anxious to find a new workout buddy to jog and watch Hawaiian sunsets with. Have you been home to Hawaii yet?
AB: I was back at home in Hawaii the day we finished filming and back to work the next day in my uniform taking care of my guys. I’ve done a few media trips back and forth, but I’m really excited to welcome Tessa back. We’re going home this Friday for Memorial Day weekend and plan to give her a big aloha welcome!

Usmagazine.com: Lastly, what will make your reality TV romance work when previous reality couples’ romances fizzled?
AB: We’ve found true love. We’re real people and that’s what it comes down to. We’re very optimistic and more in love now than ever – that’s such a great feeling!
TH: We were realistic going through the process and there were few surprises. I felt by the time the show wrapped that I knew who Andy was and he knew who I was. That wasn’t going to change.

Photo from Pacific Coast News.

Rewind: The Bachelor, Officer and a Gentleman, After the Final Rose

I had a tough choice on Tuesday night. I mean, a really really tough choice. The Veronica Mars finale, the American Idol sort of finale, and The Bachelor: After the Final Rose were all on at the same time. What's a girl to do? Well, I have not been as emotionally invested in AI this year, so it got the ATFR commercial time while Veronica Mars was being recorded on the other tuner. Thank God for TiVo.

I'm glad After the Final Rose got priority because it was a treat. Waaay more interesting than in the past and I think it was because Andy told both women he loved them, so he had some 'splaining to do.

The show began with some great news about previous Bachelor couples. Byron and Mary currently own a lakeside resort in Texas and are planning a Fall wedding. Charlie and Sarah, despite all rumors to the contrary, are living together in LA. And the sweethearts of The Bachelor/Bachelorette franchise, Trista and Ryan are still married and Trista is6 months pregnant.

Amber spoke first. She said she felt mislead by Andy (not compared to Bevin!) and was convinced she'd be part of the final 3. But, she was brave and said she had no regrets. I have to say that her repetitive remarks about being mature made her seem immature.

I also learned that Bevin and I are so on the same page. I remember thinking that they were going to be into each other during the pool scene on the first group date. Bevin says that was first time she knew there was a connection between them. She said there "a sparkle in his eye and undeniable chemistry." It's really hard being right all the time.

Oddly enough, Bevin says she knew Andy didn't pick her when she got in the limo and was on her way to go see him. She had an intuition that Andy picked Tessa and when she said "I can't believe this is happening" on the way there that was what she was talking about.

Andy came out and a succession of awkward moments followed. He said there's a reason Bevin made it to the final two, that she's a fantastic woman, and that who ever ends up with her is a lucky man.

Bevin was very classy, thanking Andy for a wonderful experience, and telling him that she will never forget the time they spent together. Bevin didn't regret the experience because Andy taught her how to take a risk. so all the hurt was worth it in the end. I almost got choked up! Well, until Andy told her she would always have a piece of her heart and they stared awkwardly at each other for a couple seconds too long. He put his hand on her knee. I thought they might start making out.

Andy told Bevin that his decision was made when Tessa really opened up on their last date. That simply made him feel stronger towards her. Then he finally opened up and started cracking some jokes. This show was turning into a major downer, so I was proud of Andy!

Tessa joined Andy (and Bevin was shuffled off to a dark corner somewhere) and they both got all teary eyed when watching their proposal again. Tessa says (I'm still skeptical) that she'll be moving to Hawaii in a few months. They don't have a wedding date yet, but they are optimistic. Tessa said the beginning of their relationship was so fast, so they thought they'd slow down for a bit. Good thinking, girl!

It was nice to hear a couple say that their time together since the show ended has been getting better and better. You don't hear that as often as you hear that it was really tough for them. I'm hoping that's a good sign?

We also finally got the answer to the dog tag mystery. Andy and Tessa made the dog tags at the Air and Space Museum during their hometown visit to Washington DC. Made them during hometown visit to dc to the air and space museum. He made hers and it says T-Bone, Don't Mess with Tess. She meekly admitted that his said Bach-man, Sizzling Hot.

My overall impression from the After the Final Rose show? Andy and Tessa are just adorable dorks. And for that reason, they seem just perfect for each other. We wish them all the best and will keep an eye out for any Andy and Tessa updates!