‘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 Final Rose.” Harrison, who is white, has hosted the show and several spinoffs since it debuted in 2002. 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 in contestant Rachael Kirkconnell, host Chris Harrison and former “Bachelorette” Rachel Lindsay. So I would give people the benefit of the doubt, and hopefully she will have her time to speak on that.” On Feb. 9, Harrison was interviewed by former “Bachelorette” contestant Rachel Lindsay, who is black on “Extra.” When Lindsay called the frat party photo of Kirkconnell “not a good look,” Harrison asked, “Is it a good look in 2018 or is it not a good look in 2021?

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‘The Bachelor’ casts Grant Ellis as its next star, the second Black lead in show’s history
4 months, 1 week ago

‘The Bachelor’ casts Grant Ellis as its next star, the second Black lead in show’s history

LA Times  

Grant Ellis’ romantic journey on the current season of “The Bachelorette” did not have a happy ending. But instead of nursing a broken heart, he’s getting a fresh start and a breakthrough role as the next star of “The Bachelor.” The self-proclaimed mama’s boy and former pro basketball player who now works as a day trader will become only the …

‘The Bachelor’ tapped its first Black EP in 2021. Why is she missing from the credits?
5 months, 1 week ago

‘The Bachelor’ tapped its first Black EP in 2021. Why is she missing from the credits?

LA Times  

Jenn Tran exuded excitement and optimism after meeting a group of single men eager to marry her on the season premiere of ABC’s “The Bachelorette.” But storm clouds are already forming over her journey to find a husband. Jodi Baskerville became the franchise’s first Black executive producer in 2021 after the racism scandal that upended the season starring Matt James, …

"The Bachelor" producers admit failing Black leads but plan to rectify issues for "The Bachelorette"
5 months, 3 weeks ago

"The Bachelor" producers admit failing Black leads but plan to rectify issues for "The Bachelorette"

Salon  

In a twist of events, "The Bachelor" franchise's producers are taking accountability for how the flagship ABC dating reality television show has handed racism that former contestants and leads have faced in the past. Executive producer Claire Freeland said in an interview with the Los Angeles Times published Wednesday, “It’s hard to say out loud, that people of color didn’t …

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 …

‘The Bachelor’s’ crisis over race runs deeper than its creator
1 year, 8 months ago

‘The Bachelor’s’ crisis over race runs deeper than its creator

LA Times  

Michelle Young’s love story on her season of “The Bachelorette” did not end in happily-ever-after. She become more upset with the franchise’s failure to address the revelation, during the 2022 season of “The Bachelorette,” that contestant Erich Schwer had posed in blackface for his high school yearbook. Whatever Fleiss’ precise impact on the franchise’s problems with race, he leaves as …

‘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 …

Jesse Palmer returns to Bachelor franchise as new host replacing Chris Harrison after racism fiasco
3 years, 2 months ago

Jesse Palmer returns to Bachelor franchise as new host replacing Chris Harrison after racism fiasco

Daily Mail  

Jesse Palmer will return to The Bachelor franchise as the new host replacing Chris Harrison after starring on the show 17 years ago. Coming back: Jesse Palmer, shown in August in Santa Monica, California, will return to The Bachelor franchise as the new host replacing Chris Harrison 'For more than 20 years, The Bachelor has brought the world dozens of …

Rachael Kirkconnell addresses Old South party photos: ‘Please stop defending me’
3 years, 3 months ago

Rachael Kirkconnell addresses Old South party photos: ‘Please stop defending me’

LA Times  

Rachel Kirkconnell, seen on a “Bachelor” follow-up episode, addressed photos from 2018 on an Instagram Live led Monday by the organizers of the group From Privilege to Progress. Kirkconnell, whose “Bachelor” season starred the franchise’s first Black male lead, Matt James, became a source of controversy when photos from 2018 resurfaced during the course of the show. Television ‘The Bachelor’s’ …

Jodi Baskerville makes history as ‘The Bachelor’s’ first Black executive producer
3 years, 4 months ago

Jodi Baskerville makes history as ‘The Bachelor’s’ first Black executive producer

LA Times  

Matt James, the first Black man to be the lead on ABC’s popular reality show, “The Bachelor,” pictured with the contestants on his season. After a racism scandal on “The Bachelor’s” first season with a Black male lead led longtime host Chris Harrison to exit the franchise earlier this year, ABC’s popular reality franchise reportedly has its first Black executive …

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 …

'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 …

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 …

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 …

After last season’s scandal, ‘The Bachelorette’ is back. Here’s what to know
3 years, 6 months ago

After last season’s scandal, ‘The Bachelorette’ is back. Here’s what to know

LA Times  

With 30 suitors, a two-hour premiere and a penchant for drama, ABC’s “The Bachelorette” returns Monday night. Though fan favorite Katie Thurston was friend-zoned by Matt James on Season 25 of “The Bachelor,” she snuck her way into viewers’ hearts with her no-nonsense attitude and bold pink vibrator in tow. Now the 30-year-old bank-marketing manager is the series’ leading lady …

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” …

‘Bachelor’ star Matt James is ‘focusing on’ a relationship with Rachael Kirkconnell
3 years, 7 months ago

‘Bachelor’ star Matt James is ‘focusing on’ a relationship with Rachael Kirkconnell

LA Times  

“The Bachelor” star Matt James has confirmed he is “pursuing” a relationship with finalist Rachael Kirkconnell after their season of the competition program ended in a racism controversy. “A lot of what I’m focused on right now is the work that I’m doing in the community and with the training.” James also shut down speculation as to whether he or …

Rachel Lindsay leaves ‘Bachelor’ podcast as franchise grapples with issues of race
3 years, 7 months ago

Rachel Lindsay leaves ‘Bachelor’ podcast as franchise grapples with issues of race

LA Times  

Rachel Lindsay, ABC’s 2017 “Bachelorette,” is leaving the “Bachelor Happy Hour” podcast that she has cohosted since July 2019, first with fellow alum Ali Fedotowsky and then with Becca Kufrin. 💗 pic.twitter.com/HE5kfml5eh — Bachelor Happy Hour April 28, 2021 Lindsay’s franchise-related stress peaked earlier this year when “The Bachelor” — in its first season with a Black male lead, 29-year-old …

'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 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 …

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 …

'The Bachelor' Has A Race — And Racism — Problem
4 years, 2 months ago

'The Bachelor' Has A Race — And Racism — Problem

Huff Post  

It’s no secret that “The Bachelor” franchise, the gold standard for reality dating TV shows, has a big race problem. You’re gonna be one on there!’ And then I get there and then there’s like five of us or seven of us.” Robyn Jedkins, season 17 of “The Bachelor”: “Honestly my thought process was I would go for a day, …

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