Timm Hanly - Bachelorette Australia - Season 5 - Discussion

'Angie, I'm begging you. Please don't take long-haired larrikin Timm to The Bachelorette finale.'
Chelsea McLaughlin
Nov 12 2019
News Writer

In case it isn’t clear from the fact this is my 200th article about The Bachelorette‘s Timm Hanly in the past couple of weeks, we’re big fans of the long-haired larrikin.

And by big fans I mean… We love him unconditionally.

It’s Bachelorette finale week, meaning we’re finally going find out if Angie picks Timm, Carlin or Ryan and we have been riding a roller coaster of emotions because:

a. We know Timm’s not going to win but,
b. HE SHOULD WIN.

It’s hard for us, which is why I am here to beg bachelorette Angie to do something… drastic, and that is to let Timm go on Wednesday’s penultimate episode.

I KNOW, I KNOW, but we’re putting his feelings above our entertainment here. ¯\_(⍨)_/¯

Timm is:
Kind
NOT ingenuine (ever)
Funny
Honest
Trustworthy
A fashionista
Unapologetically himself


SWEETIE

We also like when he needs to pee mid-sentence and forgets when he has roses.

Of course, a finale with Carlin and Ryan would be anticlimactic and a bit... beige.



There would be no sunflowers, Steven Bradbury references or bum tattoos and that makes us sad, but it is a sacrifice we are willing to make for the greater good.

In the finale, Angie will have a final date with each of her top two. These final dates always get ~super serious~ because everyone talks about their feelings and how genuine they are.

Plus, finale law states all three of the below must be said:

• "Our connection is real"
  
• "Sexual chemistry"
  
• "I'm falling in love"
  

The final dates will simulate what a relationship would be like if either man ends up with Angie, with just the two of them (and a bunch of cameras) around. There's no rose ceremony, so the final contestants never see one another.

There's not really an opportunity for either contestant to crash back to reality - that they might not be the one - until Angie is standing there in front of them, telling them just that.

It's an intense pressure cooker situation and you can see how in such a wild scenario, feelings can be heightened and yep, hearts can be broken.

Timm's already ahead of the curve, telling Angie he was falling love with her at the end of his hometown date.

Honest and open about his feelings. Ugh, another reason we love him.


SIGH

The thing is, we'd rather endure two hours of boring than watch Timm have a final date with Angie, develop deeper feelings, be open and honest about them, get his hopes up and feel confident, only to then see him get out of the limo first to have his poor wee heart broken at the very last moment.

That would be TOO MUCH.

Remember Todd?


IMAGINE THIS BUT TIMM

REMEMBER Matty J? And the moment he doubled over in emotional agony?


OUR HEARTS.

It would be like both of those scenarios combined. But so much worse!

He'd cry, we'd cry and the mansion alpacas would cry.

Producers and editors have set us up for heartbreak, making us fall for a man who looks like he's just come from a surf but also a runway, talks philosophically like he's maybe always a little bit... baked and has dreams about ducks.

Loving Timm has surprised well, all of us, but it's not going to be enough in this cruel, cruel Bachie bubble.

Which is why we'd rather it end now in the top three, giving him less time to really fall in love and also... 

Less opportunity for the camera to dwell on him crying, because there would be nothing pleasant or entertaining about watching Australia's long-haired boyfriend in that sort of pain!

sprout wrote:Now I can definitely see Timm with Lily! Angie and Timm are not suited as a romantic couple IMO.

Just Looking wrote:

sprout wrote:Now I can definitely see Timm with Lily! Angie and Timm are not suited as a romantic couple IMO.

I can see how Angie is attracted to Timm, as he’s pretty addictive (this is from an “older” person who doesn’t particularly like the look of men with long scruffy hair and heavy Tatts   He’s so many different things - quirky, hilarious, outgoing, friendly,  fun but also very affectionate, good open communicator, loves his family (especially his mum).  I’m surprised at how mature and articulate he has been and then also childlike at other times.  He sure is an interesting character.

#BacheloretteAU @BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/Jzt6v9awcD

— Hannah (@Hannah_L0uise_G) November 10, 2019

Bobette wrote:

Sunflowers are Angie's sign and our hearts are officially MELTED  #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/P2wyz1AMgQ

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 13, 2019

Just a couple of WOO GIRLS  We'd be the same tbh #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/YQVrUAHr9l

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 13, 2019

The second it hits November #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/kb0il4rVI3

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 13, 2019

Someone must have spiked the apple juice  #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/GTon7OX84u

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 13, 2019

"I think it's just meant to be." We're dead. Cuteness level 100.  #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/TEMqmcRnlZ

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 13, 2019

We agree with Timm, this is HECTIC. #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/YdKeyQgcPO

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 13, 2019

Will it be Ryan or Timm? #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/BzwkNUHjft

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 13, 2019

"It hurts watching her cry." Us too Timm, us too #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/A9Z1ghnUR0

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 13, 2019

Looks like the gamble paid off #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/dekWBtzuwm

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 13, 2019

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Yeah sure, the gamble paid off - until tomorrow night when all of Australia tears her a new one for dumping him.  

Bobette wrote:Episode 11

Timm

Angie greets Timm with a sunflower because if there’s one thing TPTB are good at, it’s bashing us over the head with a theme from the beginning of season till the end.  And so off they go on the coincidentally sunflower-coloured trike.





She says she sees a future with Timm but it’s blurry.  Her life is a bit messy and that’s why she’s attracted to him, but is that realistic?  She doesn’t know, but she’s addicted to him.  They paint a sunflower-themed canvas.  Of course.





During the evening Timm rambles and gushes and tells Angie he doesn’t want her to be his GF for a year, he’s looking long term.  She says he’s her biggest gamble, but also the one she’s most drawn to, which frightens her.  He implores her to take the risk.





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RC.  Carlin gets the first rose and then the tears start.  Or faux tears; her nose is red but nothing seems very wet.  Angie is “comforted” by a producer (@Dirty Street Pie yup – Unreal vibes for sure).  Ryan and Timm must be feeling super crap at this point.  



Timm gets the rose and Ryan takes it like a champ.  He says he still thinks the world of her.  Angie says she made the wrong decision.  This is a smart move since it leaves room for her to hook up with him IRL in the future and people wouldn’t blame her IMO.



So Timm must feel like an absolute chump watching all this back on TV.  Carlin was the “easy” choice, he was not only the “hard” choice but apparently also the “wrong” choice?  CHARMING!  I honestly can’t wait for this season to be over.  Roll on finale!

All screencaps sourced from Tenplay

timmhanly 
With sunflowers being the theme of the date, let’s hope the universe stays on my side..
Angie Rolled the dice and took the gamble. And I couldn’t be more stoked...All my cards are on the table.
At the end of the day, all I want is for @angiekent_ to be happy and I hope that her happiness is with me. Tonight’s the night. @bacheloretteau





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Bobette wrote:

This guy  #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/11ogsjt59D

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 14, 2019

We're sweatin' up in here  Who else is feeling the heat? #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/K6qHPshKO4

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 14, 2019

Get you a guy that speaks to you like this  #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/KTDhghNlBd

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 14, 2019

This little moment is the sweetest thing  #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/JMN9bLTWfs

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 14, 2019

Stahhhp it. We can't even deal! #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/dkz2IOCpfy

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 14, 2019

Love is in the air between these two  #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/SsBfdVjGfg

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 14, 2019

Tarzan and Jane in action  #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/8b70vVdrHx

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 14, 2019

Because he's worth it #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/qRPBhN77rT

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 14, 2019

The biggest decision of Angie's life... Who will she choose? #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/orOf3NLicT

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 14, 2019

"I do feel like you're my soulmate but..." Hearts breaking for Timm around Australia  #BacheloretteAU pic.twitter.com/pj4qm0R0GL

— #BacheloretteAU (@BacheloretteAU) November 14, 2019

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Bobette wrote:Episode 12

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Timm on the other hand is eccentric, weird and smart and she’s drawn to him.  She then makes an awkward analogy to Carlin being a Cavoodle who’s perfect in every way and Timm being – and I quote – “a three legged mixed breed who’s just going to sh*t everywhere”.

Wow.  So rude, and not even funny.  Angie does not deserve to have Timm in her final two IMO.   I can’t believe how far my opinion of this woman has fallen in the space of six weeks, and I am so glad Timm didn’t end up with a partner who thinks of him that way.

Angie meets with her family and they flash back to when “Mum had a lot of good things to say about Carlin and Dad didn’t have many good things to say about Timm at all”.   Dad says he doesn’t care who’s in the final two as long as there’s no one with a man bun.



So Angie breaks the news that they’re meeting Carlin and Timm and Dad takes the opportunity to bash Timm some more, saying he’s a joker and "only there for the ride".  He then insults his dress sense.  What a shallow, judgmental man you are IMO, Mr Kent.

They then cut to Timm waiting to meet them, and treat us to a solid 34 unedited seconds of him dancing, shuffling and jiggling around in the car park.  I thought Ciarran droping trou was going to be my favourite moment of the season, but this is even better.  



He’s stoked to be there (even though it’s only Byron!) and wants to make a good impression, so he’s shaved off his mo off and tries to sit still, not swear and maintain eye contact, which he finds difficult.  Angie does nothing to make him feel more at ease.



Angie’s brothers grill him like a thin-skinned sausage on a naked flame until he’s visibly cowering.  Both Brad and Angie’s Mum ask him about Carlin.  WHY?  You’re meant to be getting to know Timm here, not trying to get him to dish on the other guy.  RUDE.



Timm says he doesn’t think Angie’s Mum likes him, and says, “any mother would look at me the same, I think”.  Well Timm I’m a mum and I think you’re BEAUTIFUL!  He says he’s used to it, and he’s been judged since he was a kid.  It’s all rather heartbreaking.



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Timm’s final date is just like him – colourful and exciting.  They fly over Byron in a fabulous gay pride balloon while Timm commentates on cows and sunrises and everything else.  He's rambling and giggling and Angie is in stitches the whole time.  





Ride over, they head back for a swim.  Angie says she’s very attracted to Timm.  After their swim Timm tells her he’s 100% in, he wants to light up her world, she will be his number one.  Timm is SAYING he will do all the things Angie is ASSUMING Carlin will do.





So now Angie has to decide between Timm, who suits “old Angie” - addicted to laughter and spontaneity - or Carlin who has been “so vulnerable” and that’s what she needs, which is interesting since IMO Timm has been FAR more vulnerable than Carlin.



I find it both sad and disappointing that Angie thinks giving up laughter and spontaneity is somehow “progressing” in life, especially if she plans to have kids.  IMO, having and raising children is one time in life when you need flexibility and humour the MOST.

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Meanwhile, Timm is admiring the cows and thinking of becoming a farmer.  He says he feels like he’s found the one, no words can describe how much he wants this, and if Angie doesn’t pick him he’ll to be heartbroken.  The F2 is ripe and ready to be squished.



The location looks stunning – budget or no budget this is one of the best FRC setups I’ve ever seen on this show.   Timm arrives, and Angie begins the dumping.  She tells him he’s her soulmate.  A glimmer of hope flickers across his face.  Then comes the “but…”.  

He doesn’t make her say anything else and basically dumps himself, so she doesn’t have to.  He hugs her, kisses her on the forehead and tells her not to be sad, even though it’s obvious his heart is breaking.   He gives her the ring anyway.  Ha ha – suck it, producers.







He wanders off into the bushes and breaks down.  He candidly tells the producer “this feeling right now is the reason I didn’t want to go all in.”  He says he knew it was coming as soon as he looked at her.  “Soulmate… but”.  

 

I wish someone would run in there and give him a hug.  It’s like watching one of those nature docos where the baby turtles are being eaten by seagulls and you just want the cameraman to jump up and shoo them all away!



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Well, forget Queerbaiting, this was the season of Weirdbaiting, IMO.  Angie may have talked the weird talk at the start of the season but she was walking a very straight, very beige walk at the end, and chose the most stereotypical, clichéd contestant of the lot, IMO.  

But I’m glad Angie chose Carlin, because IMO she doesn’t appreciate Timm, and he deserves better.  I’m sure she and Carlin will make the most of their time shilling and acting like a perfect couple, but I suspect that behind the scenes things are anything but perfect.  

All screencaps sourced from Tenplay

She's also team Timm! Gogglebox star Yvie Jones tears up as she watches best friend Angie Kent dump fan favourite Hanly for Carlin Sterritt during Bachelorette finale

Bachelorette Angie Kent's decision to choose Carlin Sterritt as her 'winner' divided Australian viewers on Thursday night.

And it appears her former Gogglebox co-star and best friend Yvie Jones was also taken aback by Angie's shock dumping of heartbroken runner-up, Timm Hanly.  

During an Instagram Live video during the finale, Yvie seemingly did not know the outcome of the series as she showed fans her true reaction on camera.

Much like her time on Gogglebox, Yvie has regularly conducted weekly Instagram Live videos to give her opinions on each episode as it airs.

Yvie appeared to be left speechless when Angie told Timm she had fallen in love with someone else.

During the video, which has since been removed from Instagram, Yvie placed her hands close to her face as she teared up at the emotional moment shared between the pair.

Yvie had appeared on an earlier episode of the program to organise a bachelorette-party themed group date with eight of the men.

Speaking about her first impressions of the men, she backed 'dog whisperer' Ryan Anderson and cheeky Brit Ciarran Stott as good fits for Angie.

The pals were hysterical as they discussed the gentlemen vying for Angie's heart - with Yvie even asking: 'Do you think you can go out with a guy with a made-up name like Carlin [Sterritt]?'

Much like the rest of Australia, it appears Yvie was just as surprised by Angie's decision to choose Carlin over Timm during the dramatic finale.

For weeks, it was rumoured that Carlin had only applied for the show to launch his acting career, but Angie eventually decided to trust him.

Is Angie Kent confused with her Bachelorette final decision?

Angie Kent says Timm Hanly was her 'soul mate'

This morning, the new couple made the rounds doing press interviews, and while they are still together, there is still a very special place for Timm in Angie's heart. And she isn't afraid of Carlin knowing it.

Angie may have chosen Carlin, but she is very vocal about her love for Timm.

While chatting on the Kyle and Jackie O show on KIIS FM with Carlin by her side, Angie acknowledged that the entire nation was rooting for Timm, admitting that she did in fact fall in love with him during the process.

"Timm is such a character, and falling in love with him... well all of Australia did! Watching him go from this full on lad to a romantic."

Everyone was rooting for Timm to win Angie's heart.

While Carlin never had a bad word for Timm, he did admit that watching it back and seeing Angie's connection with Timm was exceptionally hard.

"It is hard to watch. I do get the sick feeling in the stomach." However, that didn't stop Angie from gushing about the runner-up during her radio interview.

"Timm and I have spoken a lot. Carlin knows this. He checked on me to ask how I was and he tells me what he's up to. It's very very friendly, and I did say that Timm was my soulmate. I have soulmates. Yvie is my soulmate. I have best friends that are my soulmates. I think it came down to the fact that Timm was my soulmate. He was my best friend," she admitted, referring to the heartbreaking way she had to let Timm go last night during the finale.

Sent to Byron Bay to shoot the final commitment ceremony, Angie did call Timm her soulmate to his face, only to lead him to the dreaded "but" that all runner-up's know too well.

Despite being dumped by Angie, Timm still gave Angie a ring as a token of their time together. "Timm gave me that gift and it's my gift. It's something to remember him by. Not as a romantic thing, but as our time together... but that's just Timm," Angie said on the breakfast show.

"He does whatever he wants. They [producers] told him 'Don't do it', and he just goes 'I'm going to do it anyway,' because we had a beautiful time together and it's sweet."

Timm gave Angie a ring before leaving her, and she still has it today.

While Angie will always have love for Timm, the 27-year-old fireproofer has closed the door on Angie, despite joking with her during the finale to call him if it didn't work out with Carlin.

Speaking to on the same radio show after Angie and Carlin left the studio, he revealed that he would not take Angie back if the opportunity ever arose.

Beau Ryan who was filling in for Kyle, asked Timm the question that could change everything in the future.

"If she comes crawling back, will you accept?" adding that it's possible Angie and Carlin will split very soon.

"Nah I don't reckon hey," Timm said bluntly, elaborating that he wouldn't want his heart broken twice. "I have been talking to her though. I think me and Angie will be mates forever."

Up next, Timm joins us to chat about that emotional @BacheloretteAU finale last night.

Listen live here >> https://t.co/K9boPDHnHA pic.twitter.com/AnRTTg8biW

— Kyle and Jackie O (@kyleandjackieo) November 14, 2019

'I'm open to dating again' Timm @bacheloretteau pic.twitter.com/3M86MBX6ks

— Kyle and Jackie O (@kyleandjackieo) November 14, 2019

'That's my one regret' Timm on @bacheloretteau pic.twitter.com/3J8M1ZkI6h

— Kyle and Jackie O (@kyleandjackieo) November 14, 2019

Would Timm take Angie back if she broke up with Carlin? pic.twitter.com/I5BJ0fiOlU

— Kyle and Jackie O (@kyleandjackieo) November 14, 2019

Get your applications ready ladies, Timm says he would be keen to be The Bachelor 2020!

Find more here >> https://t.co/ITAqfflPvZ pic.twitter.com/yHvHrlnjU8

— Kyle and Jackie O (@kyleandjackieo) November 14, 2019

Timm reveals his one regret from his time on @BacheloretteAU.

More here >> https://t.co/WXtGgGmrqR pic.twitter.com/kNeUNpoFJS

— Kyle and Jackie O (@kyleandjackieo) November 15, 2019