Watch ‘The Bachelorette: Before the First Rose’ Special FREE – Here’s How!

Before Taylor Frankie Paul hands out her inaugural rose on “The Bachelorette,” she’s gathering insights from the unique group of individuals who know the role best — past “Bachelorette” leads.

Paul, who is also featured on Hulu’s “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” was revealed as the new “Bachelorette” in September 2025. Her season kicks off next Sunday, March 22. Before the show starts, Paul is set to meet with 18 former stars of “The Bachelorette” at the iconic Bachelor mansion to kickstart her journey.

The special episode, “The Bachelorette: Before the First Rose,” is set to broadcast tonight, March 15, on ABC right after the Academy Awards wrap up.

When to Watch ‘The Bachelorette: Before the First Rose’

The special, “The Bachelorette: Before the First Rose,” is slated to air on ABC immediately following the 2026 Oscars. According to the official ABC schedule, the start time is planned for 10:32 PM, but this may adjust depending on the duration of the Oscars ceremony.

How to Stream ‘The Bachelorette: Before the First Rose’

For those without cable, streaming “The Bachelorette: Before the First Rose” live on ABC will require a live TV streaming service.

DIRECTV stands out as the preferred option for free live TV streaming — it offers a five-day free trial that includes ABC. Once the trial ends, subscriptions start at $59.99/month, providing access to more than 90 live channels.

Another budget-friendly streaming option is Sling TV; its Select plan includes ABC and begins at $19.99/month. Additionally, the special will be available on Hulu starting tomorrow, March 16.

Cast of ‘The Bachelorette: Before the First Rose’

The episode will feature appearances from Trista Sutter, Meredith Phillips, DeAnna Pappas, Ali Fedotowsky-Manno, Ashley Hebert-Rosenbaum, Emily Maynard-Johnson, Desiree Siegfried, Andi Dorfman-Hart, Kaitlyn Bristowe, JoJo Fletcher, Rachel Lindsay, Becca Kufrin, Hannah Brown-Woolard, Tayshia Adams, Katie Thurston, Rachel Recchia, and Charity Lawson.

Additionally, Joan Vassos, dubbed the first “Golden Bachelorette,” will also join the group.

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