“‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Season 3 Ending Explained: Belly’s Shocking Final Choice Between Conrad and Jeremiah Leaves Fans Divided—Here’s What Really Happened”
After months of anticipation, heartbreak, and endless fan theories, The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 has finally come to an emotional close—and the ending has left viewers stunned. Based on Jenny Han’s beloved novels, the Prime Video adaptation reached its most dramatic point yet as Belly Conklin finally made her long-awaited choice between the Fisher brothers, Conrad and Jeremiah. But does Belly end up with Conrad in the finale—or does Jeremiah win her heart for good? Let’s break it down.
Belly’s Emotional Journey Comes Full Circle
Throughout Season 3, Belly (Lola Tung) struggled to reconcile her feelings for both Fisher brothers. After two seasons of push and pull, Season 3 raised the stakes, showing Belly more mature but still deeply conflicted. While Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno) offered comfort, lightness, and consistency, Conrad (Christopher Briney) remained the brooding first love she could never quite let go of. The tension between loyalty, passion, and growth built up until the finale’s emotional climax.
The Wedding Twist
One of the most dramatic arcs of the season revolved around Susannah’s memory and the family’s lingering grief, which played out alongside wedding bells that no one saw coming. Fans were kept on edge as Conrad and Jeremiah clashed over Belly, pushing their brotherly bond to its breaking point. The love triangle reached a fever pitch, leading to a shocking confrontation where all feelings were finally laid bare.
So, Who Does Belly Choose?
In a scene mirroring Jenny Han’s book trilogy, Belly ultimately chose Conrad. The finale revealed that her first love remained her forever love, despite Jeremiah’s unwavering devotion. Belly’s decision was not without heartbreak—Jeremiah, though devastated, finally understood that she and Conrad shared a bond too deep to ignore.
The last moments of the season gave fans the closure they’d been craving: Belly and Conrad reuniting in a heartfelt scene that symbolized not just romantic love, but healing after years of pain, loss, and misunderstandings. For viewers who rooted for “Team Conrad” from the beginning, it was the perfect payoff. For “Team Jeremiah,” however, the ending landed like a gut punch.
Fan Reactions Explode Online
Social media exploded the moment the finale dropped. On TikTok, teary-eyed reaction videos went viral within hours, while X (formerly Twitter) lit up with hashtags like #TeamConradForever and #JusticeForJeremiah. Some fans praised the series for staying true to Jenny Han’s original vision, while others argued that Jeremiah deserved more.
What’s Next for Cousins Beach?
While Season 3 provided closure to Belly’s love story, Amazon teased that the Summer I Turned Pretty universe may not be over. Jenny Han herself hinted at possible spinoffs or new stories exploring other characters. For now, though, fans are left to sit with Belly’s final choice—a bittersweet ending that ties together three summers of love, heartbreak, and growing up.
