Chris Harrison is out as ‘Bachelor’ host. How his 20-year stint came undone
3 years, 9 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 Warner Horizon announced Tuesday. “Chris Harrison is stepping aside as host of ‘The Bachelor’ franchise,” read the joint statement. The end of Harrison’s long tenure as the face and voice of the franchise comes one year after last summer’s protests against police brutality spurred disappointed “Bachelor” fans to action. Though it went unmentioned in the episode, Harrison’s absence was noted by some fans, who commented on social media that he was a victim of “cancel culture” and vowed to boycott the new season.

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Who is the host of The Bachelor season 29?
2 months ago

Who is the host of The Bachelor season 29?

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. This next installment of ABC’s hit reality series, which debuts Monday, will see a new …

Matt James of ‘The Bachelor’ says he and Rachael Kirkconnell have broken up
2 months, 1 week ago

Matt James of ‘The Bachelor’ says he and Rachael Kirkconnell have broken up

LA Times  

It’s over for Matt James of “The Bachelor” and Season 25 winner Rachael Kirkconnell, according to the reality TV star himself. to many more adventures, happy birthday my pumpkin “ James, a real estate broker, entrepreneur and community-organization founder, was the first Black man to lead “The Bachelor” and previously appeared on Hannah Brown’s season of “The Bachelorette” as a …

Ex-Bachelor host Chris Harrison to make TV return with new dating show after controversy
1 year ago

Ex-Bachelor host Chris Harrison to make TV return with new dating show after 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 former host Chris …

Chris Harrison eyeing return to dating show roots, thanks to Dr. Phil: ‘a blank slate’
1 year ago

Chris Harrison eyeing return to dating show roots, thanks to Dr. Phil: ‘a blank slate’

LA Times  

Former “Bachelor” host Chris Harrison will co-create and host a new reality dating show for Dr. Phil’s network. Chris Harrison, the former longtime host of ABC’s “Bachelor” franchise, will get another shot at hosting a reality dating show. Harrison hosted ABC’s “Bachelor” franchise for nearly 20 years, helping guide generations of reality TV devotees through the emotional roller coasters and …

Who is the host of The Bachelor season 28?
1 year, 2 months ago

Who is the host of The Bachelor season 28?

The Independent  

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‘Bachelor’ creator responds to report of racism investigation: ‘I had more good days than bad’
1 year, 11 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’
2 years, 2 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 …

‘The Bachelor’ made a ‘sideshow’ of its first Black star. Now he’s speaking out
2 years, 9 months ago

‘The Bachelor’ made a ‘sideshow’ of its first Black star. Now he’s speaking out

LA Times  

Decked out in a tuxedo that hugged his tall, athletic frame, Matt James looked like a movie star as he embarked on his historic journey on ABC’s “The Bachelor.” He took a deep, anxious breath as a parade of beautiful women, all vying to be his future bride, arrived. Disney-owned ABC plucked James from a pool of contestants on the …

Chris Harrison, ousted former Bachelor host, proposes to girlfriend Lauren Zima
3 years, 5 months ago

Chris Harrison, ousted former Bachelor host, proposes to girlfriend Lauren Zima

Daily Mail  

Chris Harrison has proposed to his girlfriend of three years, Lauren Zima, who works as a correspondent at Entertainment Tonight and hosts a Bachelor recap show called Roses and Rosé. On one knee: Chris Harrison has proposed to his girlfriend Lauren Zima, who works as a correspondent at Entertainment Tonight Joy: The former Bachelor host shared the happy news on …

Jesse Palmer returns to Bachelor franchise as new host replacing Chris Harrison after racism fiasco
3 years, 6 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 …

Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe will return to host Season 18 of The Bachelorette this fall
3 years, 7 months ago

Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe will return to host Season 18 of The Bachelorette this fall

Daily Mail  

After successfully stepping in for Bachelor Nation host Chris Harrison after his controversial statements, Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe are returning to host The Bachelorette. With their current 17th season coming to a close later this month, Adams and Bristowe were announced to host Season 18 on Bachelor Nation Instagram on Monday, revealing the new season will debut this fall. …

Chris Harrison has 'no regrets' over Bachelor fall-out after receiving $9M golden handshake
3 years, 7 months ago

Chris Harrison has 'no regrets' over Bachelor fall-out after receiving $9M golden handshake

Daily Mail  

Chris Harrison admitted he had 'no regrets' about leaving the Bachelor franchise after a 19-year hosting gig. Honest: Chris Harrison admitted he had 'no regrets' about leaving the Bachelor franchise after a 19-year hosting gig; seen in October 'I will say it's been kind of nice to have, after 19 years, have my Mondays back including last night,' he added. …

New 'Bachelorette' hosts speak out about Chris Harrison exit
3 years, 9 months ago

New 'Bachelorette' hosts speak out about Chris Harrison exit

LA Times  

The Season 17 premiere of “The Bachelorette” featured the usual antics — a pickup-truck ball pit, a cat costume, a life-size gift-wrapped box, and a brewing brawl between suitors — but a familiar face was absent: After Season 25 of “The Bachelor,” one colored by controversy — including his own racially insensitive remarks — longtime host Chris Harrison stepped away …

Rachel Lindsay Reacts To Chris Harrison Leaving The ‘Bachelor’ Franchise For Good
3 years, 9 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, 9 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, 9 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, 9 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 …

5 takeaways from Katie's 'Bachelorette' premiere: recap
3 years, 9 months ago

5 takeaways from Katie's 'Bachelorette' premiere: recap

LA Times  

The highly anticipated new season of “The Bachelorette” arrived Monday, as the franchise built around the popular reality series “The Bachelor” hits the reset button following a tumultuous season clouded by racial controversy and host Chris Harrison‘s late-season decision to step aside from the role. Former “Bachelorettes” Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe took over hosting duties for the season, starring …

After last season’s scandal, ‘The Bachelorette’ is back. Here’s what to know
3 years, 9 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 ‘will not return to Bachelor in Paradise’ after racism controversy
3 years, 9 months ago

Chris Harrison ‘will not return to Bachelor in Paradise’ after racism controversy

The Independent  

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Chris Harrison reportedly will not host this season of ‘Bachelor in Paradise’
3 years, 9 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” …

Rachel Lindsay leaves ‘Bachelor’ podcast as franchise grapples with issues of race
3 years, 11 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 …

Chris Harrison hires attorney Bryan Freedman after the news he will NOT return as Bachelor host
4 years ago

Chris Harrison hires attorney Bryan Freedman after the news he will NOT return as Bachelor host

Daily Mail  

Embattled Bachelor host Chris Harrison has retained the services of a noted Los Angeles power attorney. Controversial: Last month the host announced his decision to 'step aside' from the show following outrage, after he defended a contestant on the current season of The Bachelor who has been accused of racially insensitive social media posts; Tayshia and Chris pictured It is …

The Bachelor Finale Brings To Light Systemic Issues Within The Show
4 years ago

The Bachelor Finale Brings To Light Systemic Issues Within The Show

NPR  

The Bachelor Finale Brings To Light Systemic Issues Within The Show Following the finale of The Bachelor, a look at what the season amounted to and issues that need to be addressed by the show. - 'cause this was supposed to be the season that "The Bachelor" showed all its critics who'd been arguing the show isn't diverse enough, like, …

'The Bachelor' finale: Matt, Rachael face racism controversy
4 years ago

'The Bachelor' finale: Matt, Rachael face racism controversy

LA Times  

The following contains spoilers for the season finale of “The Bachelor” and the “After the Final Rose” special. As many fans predicted, Matt James offered his “final rose” to graphic designer Rachael Kirkconnell, sending the other finalist, elementary school teacher Michelle Young, home in tears. An uproar erupted midway through the season when former “Bachelorette” Rachel Lindsay questioned Harrison during …

'The Bachelor' Finale Will Air As The Franchise Faces A Racial Reckoning
4 years 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" …

New hosts for ‘The Bachelorette’ after racial controversy
4 years 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
4 years 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 …

Chris Harrison vows to return as ‘The Bachelor’ host amid racism controversy
4 years 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.” …

Emmanuel Acho will host ‘Bachelor: After the Final Rose’ following racism allegations
4 years, 1 month 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
4 years, 1 month 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 …

Racism Controversy Rocks 'Bachelor' Nation
4 years, 1 month 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
4 years, 1 month ago

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

The Independent  

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Lauren Zima speaks out against racism after boyfriend Chris Harrison steps back from The Bachelor
4 years, 1 month ago

Lauren Zima speaks out against racism after boyfriend Chris Harrison steps back from The Bachelor

Daily Mail  

Chris Harrison's girlfriend Lauren Zima has now spoken out after the Bachelor host announced he was stepping back from the series. In the interview, Harrison defended contestant Rachael Kirkconnell's allegedly racist actions, including attending a sorority party at a plantation in 2018 and liking Confederate flag–themed posts on social media. Speaking out: Entertainment Tonight host Lauren Zima, 33, wrote that …

‘The Bachelor’ host stepping away after racial controversy
4 years, 1 month 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's Chris Harrison stands down from TV special after he defended race row contestant
4 years, 1 month ago

The Bachelor's Chris Harrison stands down from TV special after he defended race row contestant

Daily Mail  

The Bachelor host Chris Harrison has announced he will no longer appear in the TV special and said he is 'deeply remorseful' for 'excusing historical racism' after he defended a contestant who attended a plantation-themed ball. Harrison said in a controversial interview with former Bachelorette star Rachel Lindsay that people should show 'compassion' toward Kirkconnell, despite photos surfacing of her …

Chris Harrison Steps Away From 'Bachelor,' Apologizes For 'Excusing Historical Racism'
4 years, 1 month ago

Chris Harrison Steps Away From 'Bachelor,' Apologizes For 'Excusing Historical Racism'

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Longtime “Bachelor” host Chris Harrison is stepping away from his role for the time being after facing backlash over his comments defending a contestant accused of racism. Earlier this month, photos emerged of Kirkconnell attending an “Old South” ball hosted by a chapter of the Kappa Alpha fraternity. Additionally, “Bachelor” fans have criticized her for liking photos …

‘The Bachelor’ host Chris Harrison is ‘stepping aside’ amid controversy
4 years, 1 month 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 …

Chris Harrison: Bachelor host apologises for ‘speaking in manner that perpetuates racism’
4 years, 1 month ago

Chris Harrison: Bachelor host apologises for ‘speaking in manner that perpetuates racism’

The Independent  

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The Bachelor host Chris Harrison sorry he defended Rachael Kirkconnell in racial controversy
4 years, 1 month 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's Peter Weber was 'visibly upset' following tense finale
5 years ago

The Bachelor's Peter Weber was 'visibly upset' following tense finale

Daily Mail  

Fans were in shock after a tense finale of The Bachelor on Tuesday night. The 48-year-old Bachelor patriarch told Us Weekly that the pilot was 'visibly upset' backstage after watching his mother verbally spar with new girlfriend Madison Prewett following an awkward confrontation from ex-fiancee Hannah Ann. Difficult: The show's long-running host, Chris Harrison, admitted that the After The Final …

Bachelorette 2018: Chris Harrison reveals premiere will have 'most ridiculous fight ever'
6 years, 10 months ago

Bachelorette 2018: Chris Harrison reveals premiere will have 'most ridiculous fight ever'

Daily Mail  

The season premiere of The Bachelorette is just about here and there's drama afoot. Host Chris Harrison told Entertainment Tonight Becca Kufrin's season of the ABC dating competition series is 'a great season', teasing 'the most ridiculous fight' in franchise history. Get ready to meet Becca Kufrin's The Bachelorette suitors and dive right into the drama on Seaosn 14 of …

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