The seventh season of Bachelor in Paradise premiered on August 16, 2021. In June 2021, it was confirmed that David Spade, Lil Jon, Tituss Burgess, Lance Bass and others would serve as rotating guest hosts for the seventh season, replacing original host Chris Harrison.
As with the previous season, filming took place in the town of Sayulita, located in Vallarta-Nayarit, Mexico. It was originally set to film and air in the summer of 2020, but it was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
On June 18, 2021, Wells Adams was confirmed to be returning as the bartender with a larger role; he will be master of ceremonies at rose ceremonies and a guest host in selected episodes.
On July 8, 2021, the first 19 contestants were revealed. On July 13, 2021, a further 4 contestants were confirmed. On August 9, 2021, former Bachelorette Becca Kufrin was confirmed to be a contestant. This made her the first former lead to compete in Bachelor In Paradise. On August 12, 2021, Demi Burnett was confirmed to be returning this season.
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