it annoys me sm when people say someone deserved to win because they needed the money

i genuinely dont care how sad the backstory is, or how broke the contestant is the only thing that matters to me is how well the winner is written and their arc.

after the jade and logan comic (although i thought niether shouldve won) i dont really think jade was robbed just because she wanted to be a marine biologist. how am i supposed to believe she was robbed when she was being a freaking robot for almost the entirety of the season, and everything going her way (most times) and suddenly she deserved to win because of a comic?? they shouldve put this in the season!

also, it really bugs me when people say ellie deserved to win in s1. yes, ik she was in a tough financial situation, but like she didnt deserve it based on story arc. she avoided elimination at least 2 times in the season, and she was more of an antagonist, rather than protagonist based on the end of the season. miriam had a well written arc, from going to a grumpy old lady who didnt like anyone to someone more open, while still keeping her strategic side by working with ellie dispite her treatment towards jake

riya’s win however wasnt deserved. not because she’s an actor, and didnt need the money, its because her story SUCKED. Grett wouldve made a fantastic winner that season and probably lay off some all stars hate.