Fans are going wild for early frontrunner Greg Grippo from Katie’s season of The Bachelorette, and the memes have been free-flowing. Greg managed to secure Katie’s first impression rose, which makes him stand out from the crowd. Of course, his approachable good looks and endearing nervousness helped him make an impression on viewers as well. Many fans are already firmly Team Greg and Twitter was overflowing with reactions to the adorable New Jersey native.
It was easy to tell that Greg was full of nerves when he stepped out of the limo. During their first sit down, Greg told Katie about his large extended family and gave her a “specialty necklace” (made of dry pasta) that his niece made. His words and unconventional gift struck a chord with the Bachelorette and Katie handed him the coveted first impression rose. Clearly, Greg struck a chord with viewers too, who quickly took to Twitter to show their support via their very best memes.
This Is Andy From Toy Story Today, Feel Old Yet?
In one meme, a fan compared Greg to Woody and Buzz Lightyear’s original owner Andy from the Toy Story movies. It’s a fair comparison, given Greg’s long-ish, floppy hair and boyish looks. Perhaps he has a stash of toys somewhere that Katie might be interested in.
Catman Sad
Of course, for one person to win the first impression rose, everyone else had to lose, and fans were sad to see Connor the Cat miss out. Katie and Connor B. definitely had a connection, but it seems she was more drawn to Greg and Katie gave him the first impression rose instead of Connor B.
Diamonds Or Pasta?
Another fan of The Bachelorette made fun of the pasta necklace Greg gave to Katie with an expert take on the "you vs. the guy she told you not to worry about" meme. Many viewers thought Greg’s gift was an adorable token that gave Katie insight into his family and sense of humor.
Here’s A Trash Necklace, Enjoy
However, not all fans were charmed by New Jersey native Greg Grippo’s pasta necklace gift. Some were wondering what Katie was supposed to do with it since it’s obviously not something she’ll be wearing. Maybe she used it to make herself a snack later on in the night?
Bachelor Nation Is Team Greg
Overall, most viewers seemed to take as much of a liking to Greg as Katie did. Whether it’s his humble nature, endearing nerves, or bashful good looks, Bachelor Nation is wild for Greg and was thrilled to see him nab Katie’s first impression rose.
Fans are stanning Greg and Katie, and they’re not wrong to do so. In the history of the franchise, The Bachelorette contestants who receive the first impression rose often go far in the competition, if not winning the season and heart of the lead. There’s every indication that there’s something special blooming between Greg and Katie, and fans are ready with on-point memes for every step in their romantic journey.