‘The Bachelor’ host stepping away after racial controversy
3 years, 10 months ago

‘The Bachelor’ host stepping away after racial controversy

Associated Press  

Chris Harrison, host of “The Bachelor,” says he is stepping down from his TV role and is “ashamed” for his handling of a swirling racial controversy at the ABC dating show. Harrison came under fire after an interview on “Extra” when he was asked about racially insensitive past behavior from current “Bachelor” contestant Rachael Kirkconnell. In the interview, Harrison defended Kirkconnell against what he called the “woke police” on social media. Harrison apologized on Saturday, saying “my ignorance did damage” and he was “ashamed over how uninformed I was.” He said he is stepping aside from his TV show “for a period of time” and will not be hosting the ”After the Final Rose” special that will follow the season finale of “The Bachelor.”

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Chris Harrison says narcissists don’t star in ‘The Bachelor.’ They create it
1 year, 8 months ago

Chris Harrison says narcissists don’t star in ‘The Bachelor.’ They create it

LA Times  

According to former “Bachelor” host Chris Harrison, stars of the franchise were rarely narcissists. On Sunday’s episode of his “The Most Dramatic Podcast Ever,” Harrison joined former “Real Housewives of Orange County” star Meghan King for a far-ranging conversation about how narcissism plays into parenthood and relationships. He replied: “The creator of the show was — severely.” Harrison continued: “One …

‘Bachelor’ creator responds to report of racism investigation: ‘I had more good days than bad’
1 year, 8 months ago

‘Bachelor’ creator responds to report of racism investigation: ‘I had more good days than bad’

LA Times  

“The Bachelor” creator Mike Fleiss, who announced earlier this week that he was leaving the hit ABC reality franchise, is pushing back against a report that he was being investigated for racial discrimination on the dating show at the time he stepped down. The statement came in response to a report in Variety that Fleiss’ exit from “The Bachelor” and …

‘Heartbroken’ Chris Harrison breaks silence on ‘Bachelor’ exit: ‘Sick to my stomach’
1 year, 11 months ago

‘Heartbroken’ Chris Harrison breaks silence on ‘Bachelor’ exit: ‘Sick to my stomach’

LA Times  

Chris Harrison, who hosted “Bachelor”-related shows for 19 years, finally opened up about his controversial exit from the ABC franchise. “I need time to figure out what I want to say, how I felt.” Television ‘The Bachelor’s’ first season with a Black lead is swept into a firestorm over race The controversy that erupted around the series this week drew …

Rachel Lindsay Reacts To Chris Harrison Leaving The ‘Bachelor’ Franchise For Good
3 years, 6 months ago

Rachel Lindsay Reacts To Chris Harrison Leaving The ‘Bachelor’ Franchise For Good

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Former star of “The Bachelorette” Rachel Lindsay reacted to news that Chris Harrison, longtime host of ABC’s “The Bachelor” franchise, is leaving the series following backlash over his comments during their on-air discussion about racism in February. Lindsay, a correspondent on “Extra,” said on the show Tuesday that she wasn’t “expecting” Harrison to leave “The Bachelor” franchise …

The Bachelor: Chris Harrison leaves franchise for good after racism controversy
3 years, 6 months ago

The Bachelor: Chris Harrison leaves franchise for good after racism controversy

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Bachelor’s longtime host Chris …

Chris Harrison is out as ‘Bachelor’ host. How his 20-year stint came undone
3 years, 6 months ago

Chris Harrison is out as ‘Bachelor’ host. How his 20-year stint came undone

LA Times  

“The Bachelor” host Chris Harrison, right, with leading man Matt James. Harrison ignited controversy last season after a contentious interview with former “Bachelorette” Rachel Lindsay on “Extra.” In the aftermath of a racism controversy that engulfed the first Black Bachelor’s season earlier this year, Chris Harrison is officially parting ways with the popular reality series, network ABC and production company …

These 'Bachelor' fans are rejoicing at Chris Harrison's exit
3 years, 6 months ago

These 'Bachelor' fans are rejoicing at Chris Harrison's exit

LA Times  

Myah Genung was not particularly surprised when the news broke early Tuesday that Chris Harrison, the longtime host of “The Bachelor,” would be leaving the hit ABC reality show. Genung, who has been a fan of “The Bachelor” since its debut in 2002, was upbeat when she heard about Harrison’s departure, saying the move represents a positive step for the …

'The Bachelor' Host Chris Harrison Exits Franchise
3 years, 6 months ago

'The Bachelor' Host Chris Harrison Exits Franchise

NPR  

'The Bachelor' Host Chris Harrison Exits Franchise Enlarge this image toggle caption VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images In nearly twenty years hosting the different dating series in The Bachelor franchise, host Chris Harrison has handled everything from confronting rule-breaking contestants to chasing down Bachelor star Colton Underwood after he hopped a fence and tried to …

Chris Harrison reportedly will not host this season of ‘Bachelor in Paradise’
3 years, 6 months ago

Chris Harrison reportedly will not host this season of ‘Bachelor in Paradise’

LA Times  

Longtime “The Bachelor” host Chris Harrison, swept up in an ongoing racial controversy, reportedly will not host this season of “Bachelor in Paradise.” Hosting duties will be instead taken up by celebrity comedians including David Spade, according to “those familiar with the plans,” Variety reported Wednesday. Neither ABC Entertainment nor Warner Horizon has made official statements regarding “Bachelor in Paradise” …

'The Bachelor' Finale Will Air As The Franchise Faces A Racial Reckoning
3 years, 9 months ago

'The Bachelor' Finale Will Air As The Franchise Faces A Racial Reckoning

NPR  

'The Bachelor' Finale Will Air As The Franchise Faces A Racial Reckoning The season finale of The Bachelor is on Monday night, and it comes as the franchise faces a number of controversies over how it handles race and concludes the first season with a Black man as star. LULU GARCIA-NAVARRO, HOST: It was long overdue, and ABC's "The Bachelor" …

Chris Harrison not returning to The Bachelorette next season following racism controversy
3 years, 9 months ago

Chris Harrison not returning to The Bachelorette next season following racism controversy

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chris Harrison will not host the forthcoming season …

New hosts for ‘The Bachelorette’ after racial controversy
3 years, 9 months ago

New hosts for ‘The Bachelorette’ after racial controversy

Associated Press  

Chris Harrison will not host the upcoming season of “The Bachelorette” following controversy over racially insensitive comments, and will instead be replaced with two former contestants, ABC Entertainment and Warner Horizon said in a statement. Harrison stepped down from hosting for “The Bachelor” in February following the controversy connected to an interview with “Extra.” He had defended “Bachelor” contestant Rachael …

Chris Harrison will not host 'The Bachelorette' next season
3 years, 9 months ago

Chris Harrison will not host 'The Bachelorette' next season

LA Times  

Chris Harrison, the host of ABC’s “The Bachelor” franchise, who has come under fire for racially insensitive remarks, will not host the upcoming season of “The Bachelorette.” ABC and Warner Horizon, which produces the series, made the announcement in a joint statement late Friday, several weeks after Harrison defended current “The Bachelor” frontrunner Rachael Kirkconnell for racist behavior in her …

The Bachelor’s Chris Harrison says ‘I’m an imperfect man’ in first interview since racism controversy
3 years, 9 months ago

The Bachelor’s Chris Harrison says ‘I’m an imperfect man’ in first interview since racism controversy

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Bachelor host Chris Harrison has given his first interview since …

Chris Harrison vows to return as ‘The Bachelor’ host amid racism controversy
3 years, 9 months ago

Chris Harrison vows to return as ‘The Bachelor’ host amid racism controversy

LA Times  

In his first TV interview since “stepping aside” indefinitely as host of “The Bachelor,” Chris Harrison admitted he “made a mistake” by defending a contestant at the center of a racism controversy. During their viral conversation, Harrison, who is white, asked Lindsay if the event was “not a good look” in 2018 or in 2021, “because there’s a big difference.” …

‘Bachelor’ producers condemn ‘unimaginable amount of hate’ toward Rachel Lindsay
3 years, 9 months ago

‘Bachelor’ producers condemn ‘unimaginable amount of hate’ toward Rachel Lindsay

LA Times  

Executive producers of the TV franchise “The Bachelor” released a statement Monday night condemning racist online attacks aimed at Rachel Lindsay after the former “Bachelorette” held longtime “Bachelor” host Chris Harrison accountable. Their message came weeks after Harrison announced he would be “stepping aside” indefinitely from his emcee duties following an “Extra” interview with Lindsay in which he defended past …

Rachel Lindsay deletes Instagram after being ‘harassed’ by Bachelor fans amid ongoing racism controversy
3 years, 9 months ago

Rachel Lindsay deletes Instagram after being ‘harassed’ by Bachelor fans amid ongoing racism controversy

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former The Bachelor contestant Rachel Lindsay has deleted her Instagram after …

Emmanuel Acho will host ‘Bachelor: After the Final Rose’ following racism allegations
3 years, 9 months ago

Emmanuel Acho will host ‘Bachelor: After the Final Rose’ following racism allegations

LA Times  

Former NFL football player Emmanuel Acho will step in as host of the special episode capping this season’s “The Bachelor,” after the series’ longtime host Chris Harrison temporarily stepped down after defending a contestant’s racist behavior. Television ‘The Bachelor’s’ first season with a Black lead is swept into a firestorm over race The controversy that erupted around the series this …

'The Bachelor' Matt James calls out Chris Harrison amid furor
3 years, 10 months ago

'The Bachelor' Matt James calls out Chris Harrison amid furor

LA Times  

“The Bachelor” star Matt James says facing the recent controversies involving Rachael Kirkconnell and Chris Harrison has been “devastating and heartbreaking.” In a statement posted to social media on Monday, James specifically called out the contestant and host’s “disappointing” actions, as well as the franchise’s history of falling short on issues around race. “The past few weeks have been some …

In A Season Highlighting Diversity, 'The Bachelor' Lands In Controversy Around Race
3 years, 10 months ago

In A Season Highlighting Diversity, 'The Bachelor' Lands In Controversy Around Race

NPR  

In A Season Highlighting Diversity, 'The Bachelor' Lands In Controversy Around Race Enlarge this image toggle caption Craig Sjodin/ABC via Getty Images Craig Sjodin/ABC via Getty Images Controversy has once again come to The Bachelor. However, despite starting this season with the most diverse cast in the franchise's history, the show is again facing criticism around race. According to Monk-Payton …

Racism Controversy Rocks 'Bachelor' Nation
3 years, 10 months ago

Racism Controversy Rocks 'Bachelor' Nation

NPR  

Racism Controversy Rocks 'Bachelor' Nation MICHEL MARTIN, HOST: This season of racial activism and awareness has finally come to one of TV's most popular reality shows, "The Bachelor." The first Black lead came five years after that, bachelorette Rachel Lindsey, and it has emerged that a number of contestants have made racially offensive social media posts. This season, Matt James …

Bachelor alums weigh in on whether veteran host Chris Harrison should step away permanently
3 years, 10 months ago

Bachelor alums weigh in on whether veteran host Chris Harrison should step away permanently

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Bachelor alums have reacted to host Chris Harrison’s decision to temporarily …

‘The Bachelor’ host Chris Harrison is ‘stepping aside’ amid controversy
3 years, 10 months ago

‘The Bachelor’ host Chris Harrison is ‘stepping aside’ amid controversy

LA Times  

The first season of “The Bachelor” to feature a Black leading man has generated a racial controversy whose first casualty appears to be … host Chris Harrison. The 49-year-old host, after defending a contestant’s history of racially questionable actions, announced via Instagram on Saturday that he would be “stepping aside” for an undisclosed period, including the post-finale special, “After the …

The Bachelor host Chris Harrison sorry he defended Rachael Kirkconnell in racial controversy
3 years, 10 months ago

The Bachelor host Chris Harrison sorry he defended Rachael Kirkconnell in racial controversy

Daily Mail  

The Bachelor host Chris Harrison took to Instagram Wednesday with an apology after making comments about a racial controversy on the show that raised eyebrows. The latest: The Bachelor host Chris Harrison took to Instagram Wednesday with an apology after making comments about a racial controversy on the show that raised eyebrows She attended a bash described as 'antebellum plantation …

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