How Bachelor in Paradise producers ‘went to drastic lengths to prevent spoilers from leaking – and even withheld PAYING the stars until they’d fulfilled their obligations
The producers of Bachelor in Paradise reportedly went to extreme measures to make sure the cast didn’t leak spoilers ahead of Sunday’s season finale.
According to New Idea on Monday, the contestants were told they wouldn’t be paid their full appearance fee unless they fulfilled all their contractual obligations.
This gave them a financial incentive to keep their mouths shut on social media and avoid doing unsanctioned press interviews.
Under lock and key! The producers of Bachelor in Paradise reportedly went to extreme measures to make sure the cast didn’t leak spoilers ahead of the finale. Pictured: Keira Maguire
A source claimed: ‘All the contestants went rogue really early on and were giving hints left, right and centre on social media about who they ended up with – even going as far as hanging out with them in public.
‘It was a headache for production and it was months before airing, so they had no choice but to call in the lawyers.’
All reality TV contracts include clauses stating that participants can’t spoil the outcome or spill production secrets – but these rules are widely ignored and there are rarely consequences for rebellious contestants.
So it’s hardly surprising that Channel 10 and Warner Bros. reportedly threatened to withhold payment to make sure they kept in line.
Channel 10 has contacted Channel 10 for comment.
Shut up, then we’ll pay! The contestants were reportedly told they wouldn’t be paid their full appearance fee unless they fulfilled all their contractual obligations. Pictured: Kiki Morris
Money talks! This gave the participants a financial incentive to keep their mouths shut on social media and avoid doing unsanctioned press interviews. Pictured: Ciarran Stott
While Channel 10 has never disclosed how much Bachelor in Paradise stars are paid, it’s rumoured they receive between $200 and $1,000 per day.
However, franchise ‘veterans’ are said to command higher fees, with Keira Maguire reportedly earning $50,000 for her stint on this year’s season.
Richie Strahan and Alex Nation were apparently paid $4,000 each per day when they starred on Paradise season two last year.
No wonder they’re smiling! While Channel 10 has never disclosed how much Bachelor in Paradise stars are paid, it’s rumoured they receive between $200 and $1,000 per day. Pictured: Conor Canning and Mary Viturino
Last year, a source told Daily Mail Australia that some of the participants made ‘pacts’ to stay in the competition for as long as possible in order to earn more money.
‘They had agreements to keep each other on the show for cash’, the insider said.
‘People knew each other so they formed alliances to keep each other in longer to keep the cash rolling in.
‘For half of the contestants, $600 is a massive pay day. It’s obvious why some of them were keen to stay in Paradise.’
Sliding scale: Franchise ‘veterans’ are said to command higher fees, with Richie Strahan (right) and Alex Nation (left) apparently being paid $4,000 each per day during last year’s season