This season of Bachelor in Paradise [1] has been a whirlwind of romance and heartbreak. We've had to deal with love triangles [2], long-haired villains [3], and the stunning realisation that Jordan [4] might be one of the funniest men in paradise.
But in the grand scheme of it all, Paradise is about people searching for love and hoping to find their happily ever after. While some are lucky enough to find "the one" in paradise [5], others end up taking that sad limo ride back home alone. Ahead, we've rounded up the couples from season five that didn't make it all the way to the fantasy suite. Break out the tissues, folks; this is going to get emotional.
Colton and Tia
Colton and Tia [6]'s romance preceded their time in paradise [7] but the majority of their drama [8] definitely occurred on the island. Tia readily admitted that she came on the island for Colton, who was also transparent about his desire to explore his other options. Though the pair eventually decided to couple up, it didn't last long. After watching another romance fall apart, Colton realised it wasn't going to work with Tia and broke it off during week four. The two left the island [9] and soon after, Colton was announced as the next Bachelor [10]. Tia has shown no hard feelings toward her ex, congratulating him [11] on his journey.
Eric and Angela
These two seemed like such a sweet fit! As one of the less drama-stricken couples on Paradise, Eric and Angela flew under the radar for most of time. The two paired up during the earlier half of the season and steadily built their relationship, even adopting the motto of being "all in." They were rock steady! Enter Cassandra [12], whom Eric quickly took a liking to. After one date, Eric was suddenly all about Cassandra [13] and poor Angela was left without a rose that following night. The next day, Eric seemed to realise exactly what he had done and who he let go, telling Cassandra he had no interest in pursuing a relationship with her so late in the game. Eric ended up leaving paradise alone, while Angela has since moved on with The Bachelorette [14]'s Clay Harbor. In case you were wondering, they're adorable [15].
Joe and Kendall
Some will say they knew this was coming, but it still shook Bachelor Nation to its core! We all love Grocery Store Joe and we thought maybe he would find happiness with Kendall. Sure, she said she liked to picnic in cemeteries, but everyone has their quirks! Sadly, it just wasn't meant to happen in paradise. Kendall's commitment issues led to her straying from Joe's affections twice, though he stood by her side no matter what. It all ended when [16] Kendall told Joe that she didn't know if she was in love with him and questioned his feelings for her. Joe was officially over it, telling Kendall that he has always been transparent and that she was the one who didn't know what she wanted. The two went their separate ways and heart broke everywhere.
Kevin and Astrid
This might be the breakup that assures love is dead. Since they paired up, Kevin and Astrid have been the couple in paradise, practically the Mom and Dad of them all. They were stable, they were healthy, they talked through any bumps in the road [17], and they ate ice cream before bed together. What else are people looking for in love?! The one thing Astrid asked of Kevin was that he not blindside her if he ever decided to end things. Of course that's actually what he ends up doing in the penultimate episode of the series [18]. Overwhelmed by the decision to either take their relationship to the fantasy suite or break up, Kevin breaks down in front of Astrid, tearfully telling her that his heart "isn't in it." His past experiences have caused doubts to rise up and he doesn't think they can make it work. The two break it off, both visibly upset and crying as they leave in their separate limos.