Let's Talk: Are You Team Alfie or Gabriel?

“I’m surprised that’s even a question at this point because the answer is obvious: Team Alfie! He’s a gentleman, he doesn’t come with any baggage, he’s all in for Emily, and have you seen the man? What more does Emily want? Even if I did entertain the idea of Gabriel for a second, it’s pretty clear that he’s not ready to commit to anyone at this point. He needs to figure out what he wants before getting into another serious relationship, because he’s clearly very confused. We don’t need him dragging any more people into his mess. Emily needs to do herself – and all of us – a favor and just choose Alfie. He’s 1,000 percent the better option!” – Monica Sisavat, senior editor, Celebrity and Entertainment

“I am conflicted! On the one hand, Gabriel and Emily’s chemistry is undeniable. She clearly only based her decision to reject him on the fact that she didn’t want to hurt Camille’s feelings or break their pact. I thought the pact was childish. But the obvious elephant in the room is that Gabriel is a lying cheater. Is that really who you want to start a relationship with? When it comes to Alfie, his cynical attitude was not it! However, he grew on me, and I wanted Emily to give him the same energy he was giving her. Alfie wants Emily, no questions asked, and he doesn’t have baggage (except to London). Ultimately, I’m Team Alfie. He has his sh*t together.” – Naledi Ushe, associate editor, Celebrity and Entertainment

“I wholeheartedly support the idea of having healthy romantic relationships, especially those void of toxic love triangles. That being said, I’m Team Alfie all the way! Aside from being incredibly handsome (even more than Gabriel, in my opinion), you can’t help but love Alfie’s sarcastic charm. I mean, it’s arguably what makes Emily eventually fall for him. On top of that, Alfie doesn’t carry around all that complicated baggage that Gabriel and his back-and-forth relationship with Camille does – seriously, who wants to deal with that?! Emily deserves to be with someone who knows what they want and will choose her first. Clearly, Alfie wants to build a future with her, so he’s the obvious choice here!” – Njera Perkins, evening assistant editor, Celebrity and Entertainment

“Alfie’s sarcasm and cynicism are actually really charming and a breath of fresh air. I do think his more laid-back approach could end up rubbing off on Emily, who’s so ambitious (rightfully so), in a positive way. Sure, they’re opposites, but that’s what makes their dynamic that much more intriguing to watch.” – Princess Gabbara, senior editor, Celebrity and Entertainment

“That first glimpse of Alfie was all it took – I knew Emily would have no choice but to fall for this London charmer. He comes with no drama, which Emily could use a little less of in season two, also working far away from home, and they can practice French together. There is a lot for these two to bond over. And needless to say, Alfie is one beautiful man. How could you not fall in love?

Although I’m absolutely #TeamAlfie, I haven’t enjoyed a love triangle as much as this one since Jane, Rafael, and Michael in Jane the Virgin. Gabriel and Emily’s connection is undeniable, and I loved the pairing in season one. But Alfie doesn’t have a Camille situationship to complicate things, which makes him my vote for Emily’s suitor.” – Jada Gomez, executive editor