$5M PLAN TO SAVE

Critics and viewers alike agree that the current season of The Bachelor is fizzling!

Between fame-hungry contestants and a lacklustre suitor in Jimmy Nicholson, fans are and , our source says the network is set to blow next year’s seasons out of the water by handing over $5 million in talent fees to secure big names for suitors and contestants. “The casting teams are trying to lure in big stars to make sure audiences are engaged – the good news? Money is no object,” says the insider. “Celebrity-driven reality shows are the new normal and they bring in the ratings. Ten are making an A-list wish list at this very moment.” At the top of the list is said to be none other than Shane Warne – who recently revealed he wasn’t ruling out getting married again – and Australia’s favourite conservationist, Terri Irwin! Both stars have a “very healthy” working relationship with Ten, with Shane previously appearing on in 2016. Terri also made a guest appearance on the show in the same season. “Aussies know their back stories and want them to be happy – it would make sense,” tells the insider. “Along with Shane and Terri, there’s a few other people Ten are looking at. Celeb-driven reality is the key to ratings success.”