Dale Moss is making a highly anticipated return to Bachelor Nation as a contestant on season 10 of the popular reality series <em>Bachelor in Paradise</em>, which is set to air tonight on ABC. This season promises to deliver excitement and drama as contestants navigate the complexities of love and relationships in a tropical paradise.

In a recent interview, Dale opened up about his motivations for rejoining the show. For those unfamiliar, the 36-year-old reality star previously proposed to Clare Crawley during her season of The Bachelorette in 2020, although their relationship ultimately did not endure. Following that, Dale was in a long-term relationship with HGTV’s Galey Alix for over two years, but they unfortunately parted ways at the end of 2024. This transition has prompted Dale to seek new experiences and connections.

Keep reading to discover more insights about Dale’s journey and his experiences on the show…

Dale candidly expressed, “Honestly, I’m in Paradise just to be open to the experience. Life has a lot of changes, and I think there’s so many times that we want to control everything, right? And this is, for me, kind of refreshing stepping into an environment that I might not have all the answers to, and honestly, showing up and being myself and hoping that’s enough,” he shared with People. This perspective shows his willingness to embrace uncertainty and authenticity in the quest for love.

Reflecting on his breakup from Galey Alix, Dale mentioned, “I kind of want to just escape. And I also know at the end of the day, meeting someone is very important to me. So I’m just open.” His openness to new relationships signifies a personal commitment to growth and healing after his past experiences.

“I can definitely say that in the past, and this is where I’ve grown a lot, I would shut down for really long times after a relationship. I’ve realized that that is not always the healthiest of things. I had a great relationship with a great woman, and we just couldn’t close a gap. And [there is] so much respect there. So I think at some point, you’ve gotta take a step and see what’s there, and I think that’s what I’m doing,” he elaborated regarding his participation in BiP. This statement highlights Dale’s journey towards emotional maturity and his desire to forge meaningful connections moving forward.

Stay tuned to see who else will be competing in the exciting and unpredictable season 10 of Bachelor in Paradise.