Why was Vanessa Grimaldi the dark horse, if the consensus choice to win Nick Viall's heart on Season 21 of The Bachelor all along?
Not just because The Bachelor spoilers said so.
The cute bilingual special education teacher from Canada had Nick captivated from the get-go, even if others stole a bit of her thunder.
Talking to you, Corinne Olympios.
While plenty of women have formed strong connections with Nick, Vanessa quietly became his absolute favorite, and for good reason.
She's gorgeous, but there's much more to her. Not one to brag about her "platinum vagine," Grimaldi charms with her mind as well.
What a concept, we know.
Check out some pics of her before and during her time on The Bachelor and see part of the reason Nick was so enthralled with her ...
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Vanessa Grimaldi Bikini Photo
The Bachelor winner Vanessa Grimaldi poses in a bikini. And for that, we thank her.
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Vanessa Grimaldi Bikini Pic
The Bachelor winner Vanessa Grimaldi in a bikini. Reverse angle.
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Game Over
Seriously, now that we've seen this photo along with her personality, it's easy to see why most of the other women didn't stand a chance.
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The Perfect Woman
Must love dogs and wine while smiling and looking blissfully, casually low-maintenance? If she and Nick ever break up, this is her Tinder pic.
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Vanessa Grimaldi is the Cutest
No wonder she's made the final two of The Bachelor ...
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Vanessa Grimaldi Swimsuit Pic
The Bachelor winner Vanessa Grimaldi poses in a swimsuit and looks cute. Also featured in this photo is Nick Viall's bulge.
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Vanessa, Nick on The Bachelor
Nick Viall with Vanessa Grimaldi in her hometown of Montreal.
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Vanessa Grimaldi (The Bachelor)
Vanessa Grimaldi, 29, is a special-education teacher from Montreal.
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Vanessa Grimaldi Pic
Vanessa Grimaldi is one of Nick Viall's early favorites on The Bachelor. You can see why.
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Vanessa Grimaldi Picture
This is Vanessa Grimaldi. Nick Viall is rumored to take her to The Bachelor final four ... and perhaps beyond!
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This Just In ...
Vanessa Grimaldi is one hot ticket!
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Meeting Her Man
Vanessa Grimaldi and Nick Viall meet on The Bachelor season premiere.
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Canadian Cutie
Vanessa Grimaldi of The Bachelor is that and much more.
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The Bachelor and His Leading Lady
Nick and Vanessa have had great chemistry from the start.
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Vanessa and Friends
The Bachelor winner Vanessa Grimaldi poses with some pals.
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A Local Favorite
Vanessa might look more glamorous on The Bachelor than in her early years, but she was always cute as can be.
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Not Impressed
That is part of what appealed to Nick about Vanessa, oddly enough - her self-respect and ability to tell him what she really thinks.
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Vanessa and Her Dress
You gotta make a good first impression. The dress did not hurt.
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V to the G
Vanessa Grimaldi on The Bachelor Season 21.
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Nick Viall with Vanessa Grimaldi
Nick Viall with Vanessa Grimaldi on The Bachelor's hometown dates episode.
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Vanessa Grimaldi with Nick Viall
Vanessa Grimaldi with Nick Viall on Instagram. Cute!
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Vanessa Grimaldi Wedding Dress Shopping?
Is Vanessa Grimaldi of The Bachelor going wedding dress shopping? It sure looks like it in this Instagram pic!
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Vanessa and Nick on The Bachelor
Vanessa and Nick on The Bachelor. A picture is worth 1,000 words as they say.
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Nick and Vanessa
Nick and Vanessa on The Bachelor. These two make a great couple, don't you agree?
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Vanessa (The Bachelor) Photo
Vanessa Grimaldi of The Bachelor is one gorgeous woman.
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Vanessa on the Beach
The Bachelor winner Vanessa Grimaldi on the beach, where some guy has an armful of cuteness.
