The #MikeForBachelor campaign “really does put a smile on my face,” says Johnson.
Johnson called EW to chat about tonights episode ofParadise, as well as his future in the franchise.
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Did you think you might have to jump in and pull them apart?MIKE JOHNSON:Nope.
Wait, you were drinking a mimosa?
It was nighttime!No, I wasnt drinking a mimosa, it just sounded good.
I was probably drinking Chardonnay.
My dad told me to try online dating before, but that didnt work.
And I had this opportunity.
Would you want the job?It really does put a smile on my face.
Im sorry, Im getting my beard edged right now.
[To stylist] Yes, maam, just follow the lines.
[To EW] Its amazing that people even consider me to be the Bachelor.
Thats really all I know about it.
Im just grateful and I think that I would be a good Bachelor.
Why?Just because my mom has taught me good things in life.
[To] truly listen and pay attention and not just have an agenda of my own.
I think those are some key points, and just communicate effectively.
What are you looking for in a partner?The same old things everybody else does.
Long walks on the beach… no, Im playing.
And someone thats ambitious.
[Laughs] Im certain I have skeletons, but nothing I can think of.
I mean, I dont want to be scrutinized, but itll happen.
Youre very active on social media.
My last couple of tweets wereabout poop.
[Laughs] I wasnt thinking at all.
I just did it, talking about poop on Twitter.
[Laughs] I remember thinking thats what the point of Paradise is.
Im not everyones cup of tea.
I just hope the best for them.
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