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Arie Luyendyk Jr: 'The Bachelorette' star Emily Maynard sent me a message

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By Elizabeth Kwiatkowski, 06/15/2012 


The Bachelorette bachelor Arie Luyendyk Jr. has emerged as one of the frontrunners to win the heart of Emily Maynard.

Emily seemed to confide in Arie and didn't mind showing him affection in front of the other guys or stealing him away for some alone time on group dates. However, after Kalon McMahon referred to Emily's daughter Ricki as "baggage" and Arie didn't step up to the plate and immediately relay the news to Emily, The Bachelorette star began questioning how strong her relationship with Arie really was and whether he'd have her back going forward.

During a Friday conference call with reporters, Arie talked to Reality TV World about his experience thus far on The Bachelorette and how he will be "breaking the rules" during next week's broadcast -- including when he first heard about Kalon's "baggage" comment, how much he believed Emily liked him at this point in the season, and how the race car driver ended up on The Bachelorette and whether it was a coincidence considering Emily's background story or an intentional move on the part of the show's producers.

Below is the first portion of Arie's call. Check back with Reality TV World on Monday for the concluding portion.

Reality TV World: Emily seemed the most upset with you about how none of the guys had come forward to tell her about Kalon's  "baggage" comment sooner. I know you regretted not saying anything and that your conversation with Emily at that night's cocktail party didn't go well, so did you feel like that incident put a dent in your relationship? Did you feel at that point you'd have to work to get things good between you two again or did you feel like Emily just let it go quickly and was ready to move on?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: No, I definitely felt like I could've handled that better and you'll see on this next episode that I definitely break the rules to make sure Emily knows where I'm coming from. So I take a big step this week coming up and that's something I felt that I had to do after London.

Reality TV World: When did you first hear about Kalon's "baggage" comment? Was it talking to Chris Bukowski during the group date or were you actually present for the conversation the night before?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: No, and that's -- I actually was not present for the conversation and I did hear about it right before I saw Emily on the group date. So that's why it was kind of tough for me to swallow, because I just heard the comment come from Chris, but since I didn't hear it from Kalon and I wasn't there, I felt like it really wasn't my place to say anything.

Reality TV World: It's been clear to viewers that you've been a frontrunner so far this season, as it seems obvious to the other guys in the house as well. While you were on the show, at this point in the competition, did you feel like you were closer to winning Emily's heart than the rest of the guys, and if not, who did you think was standing in your way? Who did you think had a great shot to end up with her?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: Oh, it's so hard to say. Because everyone, literally everyone, comes home from a date and they say it's the most amazing time and everyone talks about how close they are with Emily. So, I really didn't know. It's kind of interesting because a lot of the guys didn't really want to talk about it at this point, because at this point, feelings really start getting involved.

So as far as how I felt -- how I felt I stacked up against the other guys -- I really, really didn't try to like let myself entertain that idea. Because I was just so concentrated on just trying to work on Emily and I's relationship, I tried to not let that enter my mind, because I felt like that would slow us down.

Reality TV World: At this point in the season, how strong were your feelings for Emily? It's clear you liked her a lot, but were you falling in love with her or maybe even in love with her?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: You'll definitely see a progression this week on this week's episode, so that's something that I'd love for you to watch on-screen. But yeah, of course. I have really strong feelings for her at this point. I definitely break the rules this week to make sure that she knows that and it was kind of crazy, but I'm proud of it, that I did it and I took a chance and broke the rules to express how I felt.

Reality TV World: During Monday night's Rose Ceremony, what was going through your mind when Emily let the last rose come down to you and Alejandro Velez? Did you think you were going home because of how you handled the "baggage" incident or were you pretty confident Emily wouldn't give up on your relationship just because of that and that she'd give you the rose?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: I still felt confident, but I definitely felt that she had sent me a clear message. It was noted. I really felt like I needed to step up to the plate a little bit more, so by her sending me -- giving me -- the last rose, that helped me realize that without just coming out and saying it.   

Reality TV World: There's been some skepticism that you, being a race car driver, just happened to apply for The Bachelorette considering the coincidence of Emily's background story and her ex-fiance Ricki. So why did you initially apply to go on the show and how did that come about? Did you apply on your own because you wanted a chance with Emily or did you not know much about Emily prior to appearing on the show?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: Well, I didn't know anything about Emily -- well I mean, I've watched a little bit of The Bachelor, the season with Ben and Courtney. And I was actually at a race and I got a conference call from the producers asking me about another driver, and so we talked about that other driver, and eventually I was like, "This guy is probably not ready to settle down."

And then jokingly I just said, "Well, what about me?" And they sort of laughed it off and they said, "Well, we'll let you know if there's an opening, but we think we have everybody." And then a lot of time went by and they called me back, and it was very close to taping. They said, "Are you still interested?"

And by that time, I knew Emily was The Bachelorette, and one of my friends who watches the show all the time -- her name's Christina -- she just told me, "You need to go on the show. Emily is right for you. I know your personality. I know your type." So when they called back, I said, "Yes, definitely."

For me, it was so unexpected and it was very cool, because when I showed up, I didn't know anything about her. I didn't know her last name. All I saw was a picture on an iPhone from Google and it was cool, because I really went into it sort of with no expectations, and I think that's what made it the most fun.

Reality TV World: Would you ever consider proposing to Emily without bonding with and really getting to know her daughter Ricki first? What are your thoughts on that?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: I think you'll definitely have to see the show for that, because there's a lot that'll happen. And you know, I take a big risk this week and I break the rules, and I may not even get that opportunity.

Reality TV World: At this point in the season, did you feel like Emily reciprocated those feelings for you? Did you think she was falling in love with you?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: I felt like it. I felt like she gave me a lot of confidence, and I think it's always really hard -- the situation is very difficult because she's seeing other people, so you want to be reassured. And I feel like, at this point, she definitely reassured me that she had feelings for me and that's what I think made me so confident.

Reality TV World: Would you have any interest in becoming the next The Bachelor star if you don't end up with Emily?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: (Laughs) Well, you know, my fiancee might not approve of that. (Laughs) No, I'm just joking. (Laughs) Basically, it's hilarious because I know that's a hot topic right now, but who knows what will happen. If I am engaged to Emily, I don't think it's possible for me to become the next Bachelor.

http://www.realitytvworld.com/news/arie-luyendyk-jr-the-bachelorette-star-emily-maynard-sent-me-message-13578.php

[nutty1]

VERY interesting line:

Reality TV World: Would you ever consider proposing to Emily without bonding with and really getting to know her daughter Ricki first? What are your thoughts on that?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: I think you'll definitely have to see the show for that, because there's a lot that'll happen. And you know, I take a big risk this week and I break the rules, and I may not even get that opportunity.

[cupcakes]

Reality TV World: Would you ever consider proposing to Emily without bonding with and really getting to know her daughter Ricki first? What are your thoughts on that?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: I think you'll definitely have to see the show for that, because there's a lot that'll happen. And you know, I take a big risk this week and I break the rules, and I may not even get that opportunity.

What does he mean?

[nutty1]

CC, great minds think alike. That stood out to me too.

[Archer23]

Interesting interview, especially his answer about getting to know Ricki.

I said the other day that I'm so used to hearing the dreaded "____ and I's relationship" that it barely even registers anymore. But seeing it in print made me a die a little inside. :pinkcry:

[nd4reality]

Interesting interview, especially his answer about getting to know Ricki.

I said the other day that I'm so used to hearing the dreaded "____ and I's relationship" that it barely even registers anymore. But seeing it in print made me a die a little inside.

haha I thought about that discussion when I read that.

Incidentally I could garner absolutely nothing from that interview neither good,bad or ugly.

[mnmhughes]

Interesting interview, especially his answer about getting to know Ricki.

I said the other day that I'm so used to hearing the dreaded "____ and I's relationship" that it barely even registers anymore. But seeing it in print made me a die a little inside.

haha I thought about that discussion when I read that.

Incidentally I could garner absolutely nothing from that interview neither good,bad or ugly.

No kidding! Ladies and gentlemen, your next Bachelor!

[LoveDovez]

From ET Online http://www.etonline.com/tv/122668_Bachelorette_s_Arie_Hints_at_Engagement/index.html?

Oops! 'Bachelorette''s Arie Hints at Engagement


By PAIGE FEIGENBAUM


June 15, 2012


Racecar driver Arie's mouth was running a mile a minute Friday morning on a conference call with ETonline. The adrenaline rush may have gotten the best of him by possibly accidentally dropping a major Bachelorette bombshell.

When prompted if he'd be interested in starring as the next Bachelor, he responded, "My fiancé might not approve of that." Is this a foreshadowing of things to come? Is he engaged to Emily Maynard? To another lucky girl? Or, is this a ploy to send the media into a frenzy and he's actually still an eligible bachelor?

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In the conversation, Arie prepared us for this upcoming Monday's episode, which he labeled as a "turning point" in their budding relationship. "I break the rules this week to make sure she knows that," he teased. The riskiest move on Arie's part would undoubtedly be a proposal ahead of the finale, which is still weeks away. "I don't think that would happen this soon," he said.

Related: 'Bachelorette' Recap: Emily's Mama Bear Comes Out

So, what is their status now? "I still feel, as I did on the show, that we have a connection that sets us apart from everybody… [My feelings are] still as strong as they were when I was on the show."

Related: Cheers to Sean's 'Bachelorette' London Romance

Of course the chat also turned to the Kalon drama that erupted and if Arie regretted not confronting Emily on his own free will about the "baggage" comment, allowing Doug to do the dirty work. "I wanted to absorb every moment with her. I wanted to use it talking about us and our future. I didn't want to dwell on the drama in the house. That's the standpoint I took," he explained. "Unfortunately, she looked to me to stand up for her. She handled it so well. She said the perfect thing to him."

Are we prematurely jumping to conclusions and reading between the lines? So many cliffhangers left dangling from this interview. He left us with more questions than answers on whether he pops the question. Only time will tell the truth as the story unfolds each Monday night on ABC.

So now Arie has taken Ricki from being baggage to being the drama in the house? It just keeps getting better with him, right? Sad that he didn't feel it important enough to break the rules to tell a woman he was supposed to be falling in love with that her daughter was being discussed in such a manner, but when he saw a chance to try to make up for that and make himself look better by getting another guy sent home, he was all for it. Wasn't that just drama in the house also and something Em should have been allowed to find out for herself ( Ryan not being there for her) As for the feelings part, had to notice he didn't say anything about his feelings for Em growing or hers for him.. We could all tell he liked her. As for a connection that sets them apart from the others? :giggle: Of course they have one. Racing. We knew that from the start.. :giggle: They both love it....Em doesn't care for football. Ask Ryan. ; ) but she does love her some skateboarding... Can't wait to read Jef's next week.

[joliepaige]

Is Arie trying to make viewers think because he broke the rules he was sent home? Therefore he didnt get to meet Ricki. It kept him from really answering the question. IMO

[elyn]

Is Arie trying to make viewers think because he broke the rules he was sent home? Therefore he didnt get to meet Ricki. It kept him from really answering the question. IMO

He can't say anything that gives anything away, and he's probably been coached to keep talking about "the risk" he takes in this week's episode, to promote it.

At least we have confirmation that the conversation we saw between Jef, Kalon, and Arie was not the same one in which the word "baggage" was used. He says he wasn't there for it.

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Reality TV World: Would you ever consider proposing to Emily without bonding with and really getting to know her daughter Ricki first? What are your thoughts on that?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: I think you'll definitely have to see the show for that, because there's a lot that'll happen. And you know, I take a big risk this week and I break the rules, and I may not even get that opportunity.

What does he mean?

It is a weird thing to say. It's like he is trying to imply the risk he takes by sneaking to see her effects or foreshadows his going home? I noticed in the media discription of the show they had a line in there o the effect of, one Bach sneaks to see Emily but how will he be recieved. Sounds canned but the rest of the interview didn't so who knows :greenman:

[Rosepetal]

VERY interesting line:

Reality TV World: Would you ever consider proposing to Emily without bonding with and really getting to know her daughter Ricki first? What are your thoughts on that?

Arie Luyendyk Jr: I think you'll definitely have to see the show for that, because there's a lot that'll happen. And you know, I take a big risk this week and I break the rules, and I may not even get that opportunity.

Is he implying that he might have proposed to Emily?

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