Becca Tilley of Bachelor Nation Discovers Her Perfect Match in Hayley Kiyoko
Despite coming to terms with her attraction to both men and women, Louisiana-bred Tilley still harbored fears about how her new romance would be perceived. In a 2023 Instagram Q&A, she mentioned, “It would be like, ‘Oh I have a girl crush,’ but isn’t that just a crush on a woman?” She was concerned about the reaction from her predominantly conservative followers who may have seen her as a role model.
Seeking a compromise with her partner Kiyoko, Tilley explained, “I never want you to feel hidden.” They agreed to keep their relationship private on social media but be open about it in person. If someone recognized her from her podcast and approached them, she would introduce Hayley as her girlfriend.