After having most of Australia watch his heart being broken into a million tiny, little pieces, Jarrod Woodgate is ready to talk.
Within moments of the show going to air – and Sophie and Stu declaring their undying love for one another – the 31-year-old vineyard manager shared a heartfelt message with his fans on Instagram.
“Coming into this I never thought I’d have the opportunity to get to know such a warm hearted, down to earth, hilarious woman let alone fall in love with her,” he wrote, describing his time on the show – and with Sophie – as the “most challenging and exciting” in his life so far.
“Through all the highs & lows all I wanted was to be true to myself. Falling in love is such an incredible experience & really is the best feeling in the world.
“My heart will heal & I wouldn’t change a single moment.”
Jarrod – who said he would “still always love Sophie” despite not winning her love – also had a message for the Bachelorette herself.
“Sophie, thank you. You’ve helped me to learn so much about myself,” he wrote.
“Opening up to you & sharing my feelings just felt so natural from our first encounter. I wish you all the happiness in the world, you deserve nothing but love & laughter in your life.”
