Jill explained to Parade.com in an interview after the show filmed that they are, “definitely a quirky couple on the beach…really unexpected and sweet. I’m really excited people can see different sides of us…it’s a breath of fresh air.” The brunette beauty said despite Jacob’s image, “There’s a totally different side of him where he’s so sweet. He’s really smart. I know he comes off as this ‘himbo’ and such a goof and he is, but there is definitely a lot of depth to him.” Read on to find out more about the strangest couple yet on BIP season 8, and also how Jill feels about Romeo and Kira!
Who is Jill Chin?
Brainy gal Jill Chin, 27, is an architectural historian from Rhode Island.
What happened on Jill’s The Bachelor journey?
Jill first tried reality TV on Clayton Echard’s 26th season of The Bachelor which aired earlier this year. She was eliminated on week four and fans didn’t get to see her full personality. “On The Bachelor I definitely held back,” she admitted to Parade.com.
How has Jill stood out on Bachelor in Paradise so far?
Jill melted down when her first BIP flame, Romeo, betrayed her to pursue other women on the beach. She wasn’t having it and dumped the hunk!
Who is Jacob Rapini?
Blond fitness fanatic Jacob Rapini, 27, from Scottsdale, Arizona, works as a mortgage broker.
How did Jacob make waves on The Bachelorette?
As franchise fans know, Jacob appeared on the recently concluded 19th season of The Bachelorette and was happy to show off his buff body. Jacob arrived on the ABC show bare chested on horseback, evoking comparisons to romance novel cover boy Fabio—and later wore a leaf over his privates like Tarzan. But he hurt Gabby Windey’s feelings during her joint show experience with Rachel Recchia, saying if she had been the only bachelorette, he wouldn’t have participated. Jacob, who was eliminated on The Bachelorette episode 3, later apologized to Gabby.
How did Jill and Jacob connect on BIP?
On Tuesday’s episode, viewers saw the two were getting cozy and Jacob called Jill “stunning.” After receiving a date card, he chose Jill to share the time. Co-star Aaron commented that they were perfect together because “they’re both weird.” Jill said laughing to Parade.com, “At times, I can be crazy.”
What happened on Jill and Jacob’s sexy BIP date?
Paradise cameras showed how a medium conducted a full moon ceremony for Jill and Jacob to bring out the sexual energy. They also received some crystals and Jill shouted, “I feel free!” The medium asked them if they were comfortable getting naked, and they said yes. “Why not? I trust him,” Jill told the cameras. After standing together nude back-to-back, Jacob raved about Jill’s buttocks and she praised his arms. Both said they were ready to fall in love. Still naked, they soaked in adjoining hot tubs. Jacob gushed about “Tarzan and Jilly Jane!” and kissed her.
Do Jill and Jacob see a future together?
Jacob told Jill he hoped to see their relationship grow while she talked about his big heart. He called her “beautiful and smart.”
What happened when Kira returned to Bachelor in Paradise?
Jacob and Jill faced their first challenge when her rival Kira, who had been eliminated, returned to BIP. Jill and Kira had earlier fought over Romeo. On Tuesday night’s show, Kira pulled Jacob aside and told him they had unfinished business. Although Jacob heard her out, distressing Jill, who watched from afar, he ultimately told Kira that he “had something real” with Jill. Jill had shouted, “F–k you, bitch!” in front of others as she watched Kira’s manipulation. But Jacob apologized to Jill for talking to Kira and they were happy together as episode 5 ended. Jill recalled to Parade.com, “It was a super emotional situation. I was really frustrated. I’ve learned many things from that situation and I hope Kira has as well.”
How does Jill feel about Kira and Romeo now?
Fans saw on Tuesday’s episode that although Jacob ditched Kira, she then re-lit her earlier spark with Romeo. Kira and Romeo spontaneously decided to leave Paradise together as a couple. Jill told Parade.com, “I wish them both the best if they find happiness with each other.”
What are Jill’s thoughts about Romeo now?
Surprisingly, Jill told Parade.com, “I do have a lot of respect and love for Romeo,” But she added, “I do think that he has a lot of growing to do. I think now, because he has a PhD, is a time for him to sow his wild oats and kind of learn the things he didn’t get to learn in college because he was so focused on academics.”
How tough was Jill’s time on BIP?
The animated reality star confided, “My journey has been difficult and tumultuous but there are greener pastures ahead for sure. I don’t have any regrets. I think that I’ve been able to learn lessons from everything that’s happened.” Jill added to Parade.com, “Watching [the show] back can be a little cringey at times. You’re like, ‘Oh, my God, I should have done it this way [instead].’ But I know I put my best foot forward and I did the best that I could with the information that I was given.”
Did she find a lasting love connection on Bachelor in Paradise?
As there is more to air on her BIP journey, Jill can’t comment on the outcome. But she told Parade.com she’s back hard at work at her architectural historian job and, “I can say that I am happy now.”
