THE TRUTH ABOUT ME
Introducing the new Bachelorette Sophie Monk
S incei SophieS hi Mmonkk was announced as the Bachelorette in April, there have been plenty of rumours about her part on the show – from her pay cheque to the contestants vying for her heart. Here, Sophie, 37, comes clean to Woman’s Day about the truth behind the headlines…
SHE HAD TO APPLY TO BE THE BACHELORETTE
Sophie admits she was so desperate to find love she saw no option but to apply for the show. “I had to persuade the show to take me on. They weren’t sure because it’s not really on brand with The Bachelor to bring someone like me in, but I’m so glad they did.”
SHE KNOWS HATERS GONNA HATE
“Not everyone’s going to love you, especially on a show like this. You just have to prepare yourself and know what you’re in for.”
DATING REALLY SCARES HER
“I’m so awkward. Half the time I was giggling! WD I alwaysl givei off ff theth wrong message, too, so when I like someone it looks as if I hate them. I’ve learnt to open up
a bit more on the show.”
ON RUMOURS OF HER HUGE PAY CHEQUE...
It was reported Sophie would earn a hefty $300,000 to star on the show – but she denies it. “I’ve missed out on money, if anything – because I’ve missed out on so much work!” she laughs.
SHY IN THE SACK
“People expect me to be wild in the bedroom just because I don’t wear any clothes online – but that’s not me at all. I’m really shy.”
ON HER IMAGE OVERHAUL...
“The stylist said we needed to change up my style, which I agreed with. Anytime I dress myself I get worst dressed, so I’ll wear whatever she tells me to. I love it!”
SHE MAKES MEN WAIT
“My brother taught me not to jump into a sexual relationship because guys are opposite to girls. Once guys have sex they’re done – whereas girls fall in love!”
MATTY J GAVE HER THE BEST ADVICE
She hasn’t spoken to any former Bachelorettes – but Matty J did advise her to “just be yourself”. “He’s awesome and his series has been a good watch.”
SHE FOUND LOVE – AND IT’S THE WHOLE PACKAGE
“I’d love to get married and have kids with him. We’re on the same wavelength,” she admits, beaming.
THE BACHELORETTE COMING SOON TO TEN