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The 20 defining moments of 20 years of ‘The Bachelor’

Looking back on 20 years of 'The Bachelor': The brutal breakups, the controversies — and those rare few happy endings that define the iconic TV show.

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Chris Harrison Was Part of the Bachelor Franchise’s Problem

The Dallas native’s departure as host is the end of an era. And a welcome start to a new one.

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Bachelor Franchise Host Chris Harrison Was Great Until He Wasn’t

The Dallas native’s departure as host of the ABC reality series is a shake-up that viewers didn’t know they needed.

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Chris Harrison permanently leaves as host of "The Bachelor" franchise after nearly 20 years

His departure comes following online backlash earlier this year when he defended a previous contestant's racist behavior.

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Harrison exits 'Bachelor' in wake of racial insensitivity

Chris Harrison, the longtime host of ABC’s “The Bachelor” and its spinoffs, is leaving the franchise.

ABC's fall schedule: A 'Wonder Years' remake, 'Grey's Anatomy' and some 'Queens'

ABC unveiled a fall schedule full of reality shows including 'The Bachelorette' and 'Dancing with the Stars' and two new series led by Black casts.

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'The Bachelor' ends controversial season with ratings high

During the “After the Final Rose” special, he revealed that he had broken up with her after the controversy came to light. It's tough to judge whether Harrison's absence had any impact on the “After the Final Rose” ratings, because ABC hadn't done one of those specials since 2018. CBS won the week in the ratings, with an average of 4.5 million viewers in prime time. “The Bachelor,” ABC, 6.1 million. “The Bachelor: After the Final Rose,” ABC, 5.67 million.

Former contestants to replace Chris Harrison as hosts for "The Bachelorette" amid racism controversy

"The Bachelor" franchise announced Friday that the longtime host of the show, Chris Harrison, will not be a part of the upcoming season of ABC's "The Bachelorette." The announcement comes after Harrison controversially defended current "Bachelor" contestant Rachael Kirkconnell for past racially insensitive behavior. Warner Horizon and ABC Entertainment tweeted a statement late Friday saying, "Chris Harrison will not be hosting the next season of 'The Bachelorette.'" Adams was the second Bachelorette in season 16 after Clare Crawley chose to leave the show after getting engaged to Dale Moss. Despite his hiatus, Harrison was only absent for the taping of the special while Emmanuel Acho hosted the post-Bachelor special.

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New hosts for 'The Bachelorette' after racial controversy

(Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)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. Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe will pick up hosting duties for the show's next season, the statement issued late Friday said. 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 Kirkconnell after she was accused of racially insensitive past behavior. Past photos of her resurfaced in which she is dressed in costume as a Native American and at an antebellum plantation themed ball. He later apologized for his comments, saying in a statement: “By excusing historical racism, I defended it.”Ad“We support Chris in the work that he is committed to doing,” ABC and Warner Horizon said Friday's statement.

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‘The Bachelor After the Final Rose’ to be hosted by University of Texas football alum Emmanuel Acho

Emmanuel Acho, who played linebacker for the University of Texas at Austin and is a current co-host on Fox Sports 1, will host “The Bachelor After the Final Rose” following this season’s final rose ceremony. The host-to-be made the announcement official on social media on Saturday. IT’S OFFICIAL: I’ve accepted the Rose & am honored to be hosting the @bachelorabc After the Final Rose this year. 🌹 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/eWBXT6Kv6J — Emmanuel Acho (@EmmanuelAcho) February 27, 2021“I’ve accepted the rose and am honored to be hosting The Bachelor After the Final Rose this year. It’s been a pivotal season and this episode will hopefully be one of the most storied shows in TV history,” Acho said on social media.

The Bachelor's Rachael Kirkconnell addresses racist photos: "Stop saying that I did nothing wrong"

"The Bachelor" contestant Rachael Kirkconnell, who is one of three women still competing for the heart of the first-ever Black Bachelor Matt James, is addressing her racist past in a new video. At the start of the seven-and-a-half minute video, Kirkconnell said, "the first big step in all of this is White people stepping up and taking accountability. She included articles titled, "How I confronted the truth about my fraternity's racist history" and "Why your native-inspired Halloween costume devalues our Indigenous cultures." Kirkconnell concluded the video by telling her followers that they should not be defending or excusing her past behavior. "That's wrong and that's part of the problem, so please stop saying that I did nothing wrong.

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"The Bachelor" Matt James speaks out about controversy surrounding his season: "Devastating and heartbreaking"

"The Bachelor" star Matt James spoke out on Monday about the controversy surrounding his season of the long-running dating show. James said it reflected a "much larger issue that The Bachelor franchise has fallen short on addressing adequately for years." CBS News has reached out to Harrison, Kirkconnell and ABC, which airs "The Bachelor," for comment and is awaiting response. Since the show began, there have been three Black leads: Lindsay, James, and Tayshia Adams, all of whom starred on the show within the last four years. In his statement on Monday, James reflected on his role as the first Black bachelor.

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"Bachelor" host Chris Harrison is temporarily "stepping aside" after "excusing historical racism"

Chris Harrison, the longtime host of "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette," announced Saturday that he is "stepping aside" from the franchise for an undisclosed "period of time." "By excusing historical racism, I defended it," Harrison wrote Saturday. "We all need to have a little grace, a little understanding, a little compassion," Harrison told Lindsay. Matt James shared his support for Rachel Lindsay on his Instagram Story. "Rachel Lindsay continues to advocate with 'grace' for individuals who identify as BIPOC within this franchise," it concludes.

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'The Bachelor' host stepping away after racial controversy

In a new statement posted Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021 Harrison apologized again for defending the actions by a contestant that many consider offensive. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)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. In a new statement posted Saturday, Harrison apologized again for defending the actions by a contestant that are considered offensive. Harrison came under fire after an interview on “Extra” when he was asked about racially insensitive past behavior from current “Bachelor” contestant Rachael Kirkconnell. “We all need to have a little grace, a little understanding, a little compassion," he said in the interview.

"Bachelor" host Chris Harrison is temporarily "stepping aside" after "excusing historical racism"

Chris Harrison, the longtime host of "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette," announced Saturday that he is "stepping aside" from the franchise for an undisclosed "period of time." "By excusing historical racism, I defended it," Harrison wrote Saturday. "We all need to have a little grace, a little understanding, a little compassion," Harrison told Lindsay. Matt James shared his support for Rachel Lindsay on his Instagram Story. "Rachel Lindsay continues to advocate with 'grace' for individuals who identify as BIPOC within this franchise," it concludes.

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Chris Harrison facing more backlash for appearing to defend "Bachelor" contestant accused of racist acts

Chris Harrison, the longtime host of the "Bachelor" franchise, is facing increasing backlash online after appearing to defend a contestant who has been accused of racist acts. The controversy began after photos surfaced of Rachael Kirkconnell, a contestant on this season of "The Bachelor," attending an antebellum-themed party in 2018. "Well, the picture was from 2018 at an Old South antebellum party," Lindsay replied. Harrison and Kirkconnell apologizeAfter facing backlash over his comments, Harrison posted an apology to social media on Wednesday. "Rachel Lindsay continues to advocate with 'grace' for individuals who identify as BIPOC within this franchise," it concludes.

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Chris Harrison facing more backlash for appearing to defend "Bachelor" contestant accused of racist acts

Chris Harrison, the longtime host of the "Bachelor" franchise, is facing increasing backlash online after appearing to defend a contestant who has been accused of racist acts. The controversy began after photos surfaced of Rachael Kirkconnell, a contestant on this season of "The Bachelor," attending an antebellum-themed party in 2018. "Well, the picture was from 2018 at an Old South antebellum party," Lindsay replied. Harrison and Kirkconnell apologizeAfter facing backlash over his comments, Harrison posted an apology to social media on Wednesday. "Rachel Lindsay continues to advocate with 'grace' for individuals who identify as BIPOC within this franchise," it concludes.

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‘Will you accept this vlog?’: ‘The Bachelorette’ is finally back!

SAN ANTONIO – After being indefinitely postponed back in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, season 16 of “The Bachelorette” featuring Clare Crawley as the leading lady, is finally airing on ABC. Filmed inside a “bubble” in Palm Springs, California during the summer, “The Bachelorette” is already promising to be as host Chris Harrison likes to say, “the most dramatic season ever.”Several entertainment outlets have reported that Crawley falls in love with one of the contestants and quits the show just a few days into filming. Watch the video above as “Bachelor” super fans and KSAT producers, Joy Presley and Oriana Cervantez, break down the premiere of “The Bachelorette” and tell us their thoughts on the rest of the season.

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'The Bachelor': Cassie Randolph Addresses Her 'Emotional' Breakup With Colton Underwood

Cassie Randolph is addressing her split from Colton Underwood. I think going through any breakup is hard, but going through one in public comes with a whole new set of challenges that, like, I've never gone through any of this before," Randolph told Harrison on Monday. Underwood said in The First Time that he and Randolph were hoping to get engaged this year. When asked by Harrison whether or not quarantining together, and Colton's COVID-19 battle, factored into their split, Randolph stressed that it "had nothing to do with our breakup at all." RELATED CONTENT:Colton Underwood and Cassie Randolph Get Tattoos Following Their SplitColton Underwood Spotted for First Time Since Cassie Randolph SplitColton Underwood Shared Uncertainty With Cassie Randolph Before Split

'The Bachelor': Cassie Randolph Speaks Out After Interview About Colton Underwood Breakup

Cassie Randolph is speaking out against critics slamming her for her comments about her breakup with Colton Underwood. The Bachelor alum appeared on Monday's episode of The Bachelor: The Greatest Seasons -- Ever!, where she briefly opened up to Chris Harrison about her split from Underwood. Randolph didn't say much, telling Harrison that she and Underwood were "still going through" their "emotional" split from May. We honestly had a really great relationship the entire time and we got along really well," Randolph reflected. RELATED CONTENT:'The Bachelor': Cassie Randolph on Her Breakup With Colton UnderwoodColton Underwood and Cassie Randolph Get Tattoos Following Their SplitColton Underwood Spotted for First Time Since Cassie Randolph Split

Dean Unglert and Caelynn Miller-Keyes on Whether They're Really Married

Dean Unglert and Caelynn Miller-Keyes are totally committed to each other, but are they actually married? "So the fact that I'm wearing the ring is showing just that, that I'm committed to Caelynn and only Caelynn. Miller-Keyes agreed, sharing that Unglert first "started wearing a hair tie on his ring finger, just to fight women off." Miller-Keyes and Unglert clearly couldn't be happier after ditching Paradise to live the van life together just over a year ago. RELATED CONTENT:Caelynn Miller-Keyes Says She Was 'Hurt' When Hannah Brown Was Cast as the BacheloretteJared Haibon & Ashley Iaconetti on If Dean Unglert & Caelynn Miller-Keyes Actually Got Married (Exclusive)Dean Unglert Hints That He and Caelynn Miller-Keyes are Secretly Married

Chris Soules Joins Victoria Fuller in Her Hometown: See the Pic

Chris Soules and Victoria Fuller are getting cozy. In the pic, Fuller, wearing a mint jean two-piece set, hugs Soules, who's dressed in a light-blue button up and jeans. Chris Harrison told ET last month that the apparent romance was "out of the blue" -- but that ddidn't mean they didn't have a lot in common. "Apparently there's more and more evidence building to this relationship," Harrison told ET's Lauren Zima. RELATED CONTENT:Chris Harrison on Chris Soules and Victoria Fuller's 'Out of the Blue' RomanceBachelor Fans Think They Found Proof Victoria Fuller and Chris Soules Are Quarantining TogetherChris Soules Makes First Red Carpet Appearance in 2 Years: 'You Just Got to Press On'

'Bachelor': Madison Prewett 'Cried' After Barb's Comments -- What She Really Thinks of Peter and Kelley

Madison Prewett is getting real about her reaction to Barbara Weber's strong disapproval of her relationship with Peter Weber. She said that Peter and Madison were not compatible, and that "he's going to have to fail to succeed." Sure enough, just two days later, Peter and Madison announced they were going their separate ways. Madison is also on good terms with Hannah Ann. As for what their romantic futures hold, Madison said she's working on herself right now, but Hannah Ann proudly declared that her DMs are "open!"

Kaitlyn Bristowe on Her 'Dancing With the Stars' Dream Coming True (Exclusive)

Kaitlyn Bristowe's dancing dreams are coming true! when Chris Harrison told her she'd be competing on the upcoming 29th season of Dancing With the Stars. "I love that I will always be able to look back on that moment and it was... really, really special." Over the years, Bachelors Jake Pavelka, Sean Lowe, Chris Soules and Nick Viall have all competed on Dancing With the Stars. Bristowe credits her fans for still "rallying" for her Dancing With the Stars dream to come true.

What Matt James' 'Bachelor' Announcement Means for Clare Crawley's 'Bachelorette': Production, Casting & More

On Friday, host Chris Harrison answered a fan asking about what James' announcement meant for Crawley's season. Clare Crawley's Season Is Expected to Film This SummerIn an April interview with ET, Harrison assured fans that The Bachelorette was still their No. Some of Her Contestants Are Being RecastAs the coronavirus outbreak continued, production knew they would have to recast some of the men on Crawley's season due to scheduling. Matt James' Season Is Expected to Film This FallThe early announcement of James as Bachelor doesn't mean his season will film any earlier. RELATED CONTENT:Rachel Lindsay Reacts to Matt James' Casting as First Black 'Bachelor'ABC Exec: Matt James 'Bachelor' Casting Was Not Response to RachelWho Is Matt James: 5 Things to Know About the First Black 'Bachelor'

'Bachelor' Producers Promise 'Significant Changes' for Franchise Amid Calls for Diversity

The Bachelor team is making a pledge after casting their first black Bachelor. Following the announcement on Friday that Matt James would be the franchise's first black male lead, executive producers of The Bachelor released a statement addressing the franchise's lack of diversity. "We are excited to move forward with both Matt James as the new Bachelor and Clare Crawley as our next Bachelorette. Host Chris Harrison also took to Instagram, writing, "Congrats Matt James! RELATED CONTENT:Rachel Lindsay Reacts to Matt James' Casting as First Black 'Bachelor'Mike Johnson Reacts to Matt James' 'Bachelor' Casting'Bachelor' Matt James on How Tyler's Mom Nominated Him for the Show

'Bachelor: Listen to Your Heart': Winners on Their Romance Post-Finale & If They'll Get Married (Exclusive)

After six dramatic, emotional, musical episodes, The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart came to a close on Monday night, crowning its first-ever winners. And I know Bri isn't either. Chris and Bri were on the same page for almost the entirety of Listen to Your Heart. Their debut album, Chris & Bri, is available on all streaming platforms now. RELATED CONTENT:'Bachelor: Listen to Your Heart': Rudi on Matt's Cringey Response to Her Love Confession (Exclusive)'Bachelor: Listen to Your Heart': Sheridan on Whether He'll Give Julia Another Shot (Exclusive)'Bachelor: Listen to Your Heart': Julia on Hateful Backlash and Trying to Get Back With Sheridan (Exclusive)

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'The Bachelor' Season Finale First Look: Hannah Ann Reaches Her 'Breaking Point' With Peter Weber (Exclusive)

Peter Weber has made it to his final rose -- but will there be a woman to accept it? While he gets ready for the big decision, however, Hannah Ann reveals she's hit her "breaking point." Peter's mom, Barbara, begged him to choose Hannah Ann over Madison, who she felt wasn't compatible with his lifestyle. With Hannah Ann reaching her "breaking point," Madison returning and Harrison getting ready to drop a bombshell on Peter -- what will happen during Tuesday's finale? RELATED CONTENT:Does 'Bachelor' Peter Weber Really Not Know His Own Ending?

Chris Harrison Explains 'The Bachelor's Latest Spinoff for Senior Citizens (Exclusive)

Everything Bachelor producers touch turns to gold... so it only makes sense that their next dating show centers on the golden years. While speaking with ET's Lauren Zima during Roses & Rose on Tuesday, host Chris Harrison opened up about producers focusing on a senior dating show amid some criticism of the current Bachelor cast's immaturity. In all seriousness, Harrison said he's often asked by fans about when the franchise will expand to include senior citizens. We've nailed down the singers [with] Listen to Your Heart,now the senior Bachelor," he added. Harrison said that the new show -- the franchise's third new spinoff this year, after Listen to Your Heart andSummer Games-- will likely start with a senior Bachelor, rather than Bachelorette.

'Bachelor' Alum Vienna Girardi on Last Time She Spoke to Jake Pavelka (Exclusive)

ET's Lauren Zima recently caught up with the Bachelor alum, who got engaged to Jake Pavelka during the 2010 season of the reality dating series. The now infamous interaction -- in which Girardi called Pavelka "a fame whore," Pavelka said he was "disgusted" with her, and Girardi left the set in a flurry mid-interview -- was the last time they spoke. "Ten years ago when we were on that bench," Girardi tells ET of her final conversation with the pilot. Despite their tumultuous courtship and resulting breakup, Girardi says she wishes Pavelka "the best." Due to her separation from the franchise, Girardi was surprised to learn that another pilot, Peter Weber, would be taking on the lead role next season.

Chris Harrison Says 'Bachelor' Star Peter Weber Suffered a Freak Accident But is '

Chris Harrison is giving Bachelor fans an update on Peter Weber's injury. In an exclusive statement to ET, the host of the beloved reality show reveals that Weber "suffered a freak accident." ET confirmed earlier on Tuesday that Weber -- the new star of the Bachelor franchise -- had sustained injuries to his face following an accident in Costa Rica. Weber was confirmed as the season 24 Bachelor in September, after placing third in Hannah Browns recent season of The Bachelorette. RELATED CONTENT:'Bachelor' Star Peter Weber Rushed to Hospital for Serious Injury to FaceDemi Burnett Hopes New 'Bachelor' Peter Weber Will 'Windmill All Season Long' (Exclusive)

'The Bachelor': Peter Weber Announced As Next Franchise Lead

After weeks of speculation, Peter Weber has nabbed the coveted role of Bachelor, Chris Harrison announced during Tuesday night's Bachelor in Paradise finale. The 28-year-old Delta pilot -- a fan favorite from Hannah Brown's season of The Bachelorette -- emerged during Paradise's reunion show when the news was revealed. Weber won fans over during Brown's season, though his appearance on the show wasn't without scandal. Harrison previously teased that the next franchise lead would not be announced during Brown's live two-night finale -- a seemingly good decision for the series. RELATED CONTENT:Why Wells Adams Thinks Mike Johnson Isn't Ready to Be 'The Bachelor' (Exclusive)'The Bachelor': Peter Weber, Mike Johnson, Derek Peth and Tyler Cameron's Chances to Be Our Next LeadWhy 'The Bachelor' Won't Be Announced During Hannah Brown's 'Bachelorette' Finale

'Bachelor in Paradise' Alums Carly Waddell and Evan Bass Reveal Sex of Baby No. 2

Carly Waddell and Evan Bass will be adding a little boy to their family, they revealed on Tuesday's Bachelor in Paradiseseason six finale. All she says all day long is, 'Baby, baby baby,'" Bass told host Chris Harrison of his and Waddell's 1-year-old daughter, Bella. During an interview with ET in June, Bass explained that he wanted to go all out when it came to revealing their baby's gender. RELATED CONTENT:Carly Waddell and Evan Bass on Why Their Second Child Together Will Be Their Last (Exclusive)'Bachelor in Paradise' Alums Evan Bass and Carly Waddell Are Expecting Baby No. 2Carly Waddell and Evan Bass Share the Small Luxuries They Take as Parents (Exclusive)

'Bachelorette' Runner-Up Tyler Cameron Says He's 'Apartment Hunting' in New

Looks like Tyler Cameron will be spending more time in the Big Apple. The Bachelorette runner-up took to his Instagram Story on Wednesday to share with fans that he's "apartment hunting" in New York City amid his frequent date nights and apparent sleepovers with Gigi Hadid. Instagram"Although Gigi and Tyler are spending more and more time together, they are still casually dating," the source said. He's probably enjoying life really, really well -- but that's not someone we're going to want to have as our Bachelor or Bachelorette," Harrison explained. RELATED CONTENT:Rachel Bilson Talks Love of 'Bachelor' Franchise and 'Easy on the Eyes' Tyler Cameron (Exclusive)Why Gigi Hadid and Tyler Cameron Are Just Casually Dating for Now (Exclusive)Tyler Cameron Spends More Time With Gigi Hadid in NYC

'Bachelor in Paradise's Tayshia Adams on Blake Horstmann's 'Dirty Laundry':

Caelynn Miller-Keyes spilled the tea on Monday's season six premiere of Bachelor in Paradise, but there's apparently more to be done. A lot more Blake," Tayshia teased while speaking with ET at ABC's Television Critics Association summer press tour party in Los Angeles on Monday. Tayshia said she had no idea that while Blake was messaging her at Stagecoach, he was also pursuing other women. I'm going to, after making out with Tayshia, I'm gonna go for Hannah,'" Harrison said. 'BiP' Premiere: Caelynn Breaks Down Over Blake Two-Timing Her With KristinaHannah Brown on 'Courageous' Demi Burnett's Coming Out During 'Bachelor in Paradise' Premiere

Hannah Brown on 'Courageous' Demi Burnett's Coming Out During 'Bachelor in

Demi Burnett came out as queer on Monday's season six premiere of Bachelor in Paradise, and Hannah Brown couldn't have been more supportive. "I'm so proud of Demi," Brown told ET at ABC's Television Critics Association summer press tour on Monday. Plot twist, it happens to be a woman," Burnett told Brown on the premiere, but noted that she and the woman weren't exclusive. "I'm proud of Demi, I'm proud of our producers, I'm proud of the way we handled it. "I love Demi... What you see with Demi is not what you get.

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Tyler Cameron Has Second Date With Gigi Hadid in New York City

Is Tyler Cameron's romance with Gigi Hadid heating up? The Bachelorette fan favorite made headlines after photographs surfaced of him seemingly on a date with Gigi Hadid in New York City on Sunday, just days after he was seen leaving Hannah Brown's place in Los Angeles on Friday morning. "Gigi and Tyler went on another date Monday night," a source close to Hadid tells ET. He's probably enjoying life really, really well -- but that's not someone we're going to want to have as our Bachelor or Bachelorette," Harrison continued. RELATED CONTENT:'Bachelorette' Hannah Brown Speaks Out After Tyler Cameron's Date With Gigi Hadid (Exclusive)Tyler Cameron Spotted Out With Gigi Hadid in NYCChris Harrison on How Tyler Cameron's Gigi Hadid Date Affects His Chances for 'Bachelor' (Exclusive)

Chris Harrison on Where Blake Horstmann Went Wrong on 'Bachelor in Paradise' (Exclusive)

Even through his trouble in Paradise, Horstmann continued to pursue the likes of Godwin and Adams, something that greatly surprised Harrison. I'm gonna triple down. I'm going to, after making out with Tayshia, I'm gonna go for Hannah,'" Harrison said. As for how it became clear that Horstmann had crossed some lines prior to and during Paradise, Harrison pointed to Dean Unglert's reaction following his own controversial Paradise run last season. "He's not a bad guy.

'Bachelorette' Hannah Brown Speaks Out After Tyler Cameron's Date With Gigi Hadid

Hannah Brown might not be too bothered about Tyler Cameron's date with Gigi Hadid. As for her night with Cameron, Brown said she had a "great time." "We are trying to figure out how we feel," Brown said, before commenting on Cameron's possible Bachelor chances. He's probably enjoying life really, really well -- but that's not someone we're going to want to have as our Bachelor or Bachelorette," he explained. RELATED CONTENT:Tyler Cameron Spotted Out With Gigi Hadid in NYCChris Harrison on How Tyler Cameron's Gigi Hadid Date Affects His Chances for 'Bachelor' (Exclusive)Tyler Cameron Spotted Leaving 'Bachelorette' Hannah Brown's L.A. Home

'Bachelorette' Hannah Brown Reacts to Jed Wyatt's Post-Finale Shade (Exclusive)

Hannah Brown is a bit confused by Jed Wyatt's apparent shade towards her. "I don't know why he liked those comments," Brown told ET's Lauren Zima at ABC's Television Critics Association summer press tour on Monday. Screenshots shared by fans last week show Wyatt seemingly liking a comment shading Brown for "sleeping with several people." Despite his social media activity, Brown said she believes Wyatt really was sorry for how he treated her. RELATED CONTENT:Why 'The Bachelorette' Didn't Air Hannah Brown and Jed Wyatt's Breakup (Exclusive)'The Bachelorette': Jed Wyatt Reacts to Hannah Brown Asking Out Tyler Cameron'The Bachelorette': Jed Wyatt's Ex Haley Stevens Reacts to the 'Lies' He Told Hannah Brown

'Bachelorette': ABC Boss on Jed Wyatt's Girlfriend Scandal and Vetting Future

Jed Wyatt made it all the way to the final rose on The Bachelorette -- and won it -- despite having a girlfriend back home. "I've been quite impressed by the production company and the show's interest in continuing to improve and expand its vetting processes," she said. "Human behavior is... you know, mercurial," Burke said with a laugh, clearly in reference to Wyatt's girlfriend drama. "I think the show does as good a job as it can vetting contestants, and they continue to improve." While speaking with ET's Lauren Zima on The Ringer's Bachelor Party podcast last month, Bachelor host Chris Harrison said Wyatt's girlfriend drama was a "hint of things to come" for the franchise.

Why Chris Harrison Says Colton Underwood Wouldn't Do Well on 'Dancing With the Stars'

Chris Harrison doesn't know if Colton Underwood would wow in the ballroom. Colton I don't think would be great," Harrison told ET. Though he's uncertain about Underwood's dancing abilities, Harrison confirmed that the 27-year-old reality star would make for "great TV." If there happened to be a showdown between Brown and Underwood, Harrison said he'd put his money on Brown to walk away with the Mirrorball Trophy. "Athletes have a great history on the show, but usually it's the athletes that are good at dancing," Harrison said.

ABC Addresses Mike Fleiss' Future Involvement in 'Bachelor' Franchise After Scandal

ABC is addressing Bachelorcreator Mike Fleiss' future within the franchise following his personal drama. Fleiss' estranged wife, Laura, was granted a restraining order against him last month after she accused him of threatening her and committing multiple acts of violence. By the end of the month, however, Fleiss and his wife had reportedly settled their divorce, with her restraining order against him dropped. Warner Bros. previously revealed to ET that they were "looking into" the allegations against Fleiss. RELATED CONTENT:'Bachelor' Creator Mike Fleiss and Wife Settle Divorce, Restraining Order Dropped Following Violence ClaimsChris Harrison Speaks Out on Allegations Against 'Bachelor' Creator Mike Fleiss'Bachelor' Creator Mike Fleiss Under Investigation by Police Over Allegations of Violence Against His Wife

'Bachelor in Paradise': Chris Harrison Says This Is the Best Season Ever: Love, Sex and 2

ET's Lauren Zima caught up with Bachelor franchise host Chris Harrison on Monday, and he teased that more successful relationships will begin forming when Bachelor in Paradise's sixth season premieres on Monday. This season, Harrison promised, will be no different. While love is certainly one outcome of Paradise, a whole lot of drama and sex typically precede any happily ever after. For the drama this season, Harrison teased that Blake Horstmann comes for Dean Unglert's f**kboy title by hooking up with multiple women prior to and during filming. As for this season of Paradise as a whole, Harrison said that the fights, cast, love stories and more come together to make it the "best season... we've ever had."

Chris Harrison on How Tyler Cameron's Gigi Hadid Date Affects His Chances for '

Tyler Cameron's Bachelor chances may be dimming by the day -- and not just because of his apparent sleepover with Hannah Brown. Depending on how it all plays out, Cameron's date with Hadid doesn't necessarily bode well for his potential gig as the next Bachelor, Chris Harrison told ET. And Gigi... and Tyler," Harrison teased of where to find out what's really going on. He's probably enjoying life really, really well -- but that's not someone we're going to want to have as our Bachelor or Bachelorette," Harrison explained. RELATED CONTENT:Tyler Cameron Spotted Leaving 'Bachelorette' Hannah Brown's L.A. HomeWhy Tyler Cameron is Still Very Much a Contender for 'Bachelor''The Bachelorette': Jed Wyatt Reacts to Hannah Brown Asking Out Tyler Cameron

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Jade Roper and Tanner Tolbert Reveal Newborn Son's Name

Jade Roper and Tanner Tolbert have officially announced the name of their newest family member! Late Thursday night the Bachelor in Paradise alums took to Instagram to share that they've named their newborn son Brooks Easton Tolbert. "I've always liked the name Harrison," Roper quipped, referencing Bachelor franchise host Chris Harrison. RELATED CONTENT:Jade Roper & Tanner Tolbert Joke About Naming Son Chris Harrison After 'Bachelorette' Finale Birth (Exclusive)'Bachelor in Paradise' Couple Jade Roper & Tanner Tolbert Accidentally Welcome Baby No. 2 in a Closet'BiP' Alum Jade Roper on Fighting Back Against Mom Shamers and Possible Baby No.

'Bachelor in Paradise': Demi Burnett Calls Season 6 a 'Dumpster Fire' (Exclusive

Looks like fans are in for quite a treat when season six of Bachelor in Paradise kicks off on Monday. [It's] very, very good," Demi Burnett told ET's Lauren Zima at The Bachelorette's Men Tell All taping earlier this month. Burnett, a fan favorite from Colton Underwood's season of The Bachelor, is the first contestant to have a same-sex relationship featured in the Bachelor franchise. The trailer for season six of Paradise shows her getting romantic with another woman, whose identity has yet to be revealed. In an interview with Zima, who guest-hosted last week's episode of The Ringer's Bachelor Party podcast, Bachelor franchise host Chris Harrison said he was proud of the inclusivity of Paradise this season.

Bachelor Nation Is Split After Hannah Brown Asks Out Tyler Cameron During 'Bachelorette: After

Bachelor Nation doesn't know how to feel after Hannah Brown's dramaticBacheloretteseason came to a close on Tuesday night. The two-hour episode saw Brown's devastating break up with our Respectful King, Tyler Cameron, in favor of getting engaged to Jed Wyatt. After hashing it out with Wyatt on After the Final Rose, host Chris Harrison brought out Tyler -- and Brown decided to be "bold" and ask him out on a date. Tyler still wanting to date Hannah says A LOT about his feelings for her AND a lot about his character. RELATED CONTENT:'The Bachelorette': Hannah Brown Gives It Another Go With Runner-Up in Dramatic Finale'The Bachelorette': Hannah Brown Asks Tyler Cameron Out on a Date on 'After the Final Rose''The Bachelorette After the Final Rose': Jed Wyatt Explains Himself After Hannah Brown Breakup

'The Bachelorette After the Final Rose': Jed Wyatt Explains Himself After Hannah Brown

Jed Wyatt finally got to speak his piece on The Bachelorette: After the Final Rose. Earlier in the episode, Wyatt admitted to having a relationship with Stevens, but told Brown that he didn't see them as exclusive. "I did fall in love with you, and I know that that person's in there," Brown said, thanking Wyatt for his apology. "Whether the rumors are true or false, don't come at Jed's sister. RELATED CONTENT:Why 'Bachelorette' Cast Is Still Defending Jed After Girlfriend ScandalChris Harrison to 'Push' Jed Wyatt on His Girlfriend Scandal During 'Bachelorette' Finale'Bachelor' Colton Underwood Thinks Jed Wyatt Should 'Just Sort of Go Away' Amid Girlfriend Drama (Exclusive)

'The Bachelorette': Hannah Brown Takes Off Engagement Ring After Confronting Final Pick

I wanna hear him answer some questions and there are a lot of things that need to be said," Harrison said. I wanna hear his side of the story, so let's give him that chance. Brown's Bachelorette finale continues Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. ET's live Bachelorette finale coverage starts at 10:05 p.m. RELATED CONTENT:Why 'Bachelorette' Cast Is Still Defending Jed After Girlfriend ScandalChris Harrison to 'Push' Jed Wyatt on His Girlfriend Scandal During 'Bachelorette' FinaleBen Higgins Calls Out Jed Wyatt for 'Discrediting' the 'Bachelor' Franchise (Exclusive)

'The Bachelorette': Hannah Brown Gets Engaged to [SPOILER] in Dramatic Finale

Hannah Brown ended her Bachelorette journey -- in Greece -- as an engaged woman. I never thought I could love someone like this, this fast," Jed told Hannah before serenading her with an original song and getting down on one knee. "I've always prayed for my future husband," Hannah told him in return. Host Chris Harrison told ET just before filming Hannah's finale that he wasn't sure her season would end in an engagement. Hannah told ET weeks later that she had a "hard time" over whether she should accept a proposal.

'The Bachelorette': Chris Harrison Teases 'Much Has Changed' Since Hannah

Chris Harrison is serving up a big fat tease ahead of Tuesday's season finale of The Bachelorette. ET's live Bachelorette finale coverage starts at 10:05 p.m. ET / 7:05 p.m. PT on ET Live, which you can stream on your Roku, Apple TV or Amazon Fire TV device. RELATED CONTENT:'The Bachelorette': Peter Weber Breaks Silence on Ex-Girlfriend's Claims'The Bachelorette': ET Is Live Blogging Night 2 of Hannah's Finale! 'The Bachelorette' Finale: Hannah Brown Speaks Out on 'Rumors' in Candid Message to Viewers

'The Bachelorette': All Our Theories on Why Hannah Brown Might Not Be Engaged

On top of that, Brown's season has been plagued by off-camera drama, including rumors that she promised fans she'd get to the bottom of on Tuesday's live season finale. Towards the end of Monday's live finale, Harrison questioned whether Brown received her "happy ending," before bringing out Brown herself. Brown's season finale continues Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. ET's live Bachelorette finale coverage starts at 10:05 p.m. RELATED CONTENT:'The Bachelorette' Finale: Hannah Brown Speaks Out on 'Rumors' in Candid Message to Viewers'The Bachelorette' Finale: Fans React to Jed Wyatt's Disastrous Meeting With Hannah Brown's Family'The Bachelorette': Hannah Brown Reveals Her Windmill Night With Peter Weber Was Actually 'Four Times'

'The Bachelorette': Hannah Brown Reveals Her Windmill Night With Peter Weber Was Actually

Peter Weber didn't break his silence about his ex-girlfriend on night one of Hannah Brown's Bachelorette finale on Monday, but another major secret was revealed! In an exclusive Q&A with ET, Lutes claimed that Weber unexpectedly broke up with her to appear on the show. ET's live Bachelorette finale coverage starts at 10:05 p.m. RELATED CONTENT:Why 'The Bachelor' Won't Be Announced During Hannah Brown's 'Bachelorette' Finale'The Bachelorette': ET Is Live Blogging Night One of Hannah's Finale! 'Bachelorette' Frontrunner Peter Weber's Ex Speaks Out: He Betrayed Me for the Show

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Why 'The Bachelor' Won't Be Announced During Hannah Brown's '

Hannah Brown's season of The Bachelorettewill wrap up with a dramatic two-night finale on Monday and Tuesday -- but we've got a ways to go before the next Bachelor is announced. Both Nick Viall and Colton Underwood were chosen as the Bachelor after appearances on Bachelor in Paradise. ET's live Bachelorette finale coverage starts at 10:05 p.m. ET / 7:05 p.m. PT on ET Live, which you can stream on your Roku, Apple TV or Amazon Fire TV device. 'The Bachelorette' Finale Sneak Peek: Hannah Brown Prepares to 'Break Somebody's Heart' (Exclusive)'The Bachelorette': Everything We Know About Hannah's 2-Night Finale

'The Bachelorette': Everything We Know About Hannah Brown's Two-Night Finale

Hannah Brown's journey as The Bachelorette is coming to an end. Both Weber and Wyatt will get a chance to speak out on the allegations during Brown's two-night finale. I don't know what's going to happen on the two-night live finale," he said. But a Proposal Wasn't GuaranteedHarrison told ET just head of Brown's finale filmed that he wasn't sure if this time around, the show would end in a proposal. RELATED CONTENT:Chris Harrison Says 'Bachelorette' Hannah Brown Had 'Serious Love' for Two Men'The Bachelorette': Chris Harrison 'Did Some Digging' Into Peter Weber's Ex-Girlfriend Drama'Bachelor' Superfan Kaley Cuoco Breaks Down Hannah Brown's 'Bachelorette' Drama

Chris Harrison Says Girlfriend Drama Is Something 'Bachelor' Franchise Will Deal With

Hannah Brown's season has seen possibly more off-camera scandal than the franchise has ever seen before, but host Chris Harrison thinks the drama is far from over. On night one of Brown's season, she sent a man, Scott Anderson, home for having a girlfriend. This is the world we live in," Harrison told ET's Lauren Zima, who guest hosted this week's episode of the Bachelor Party podcast on The Ringer. "In the day and age we live in, this is something we're going to start dealing more and more with. RELATED CONTENT:Why 'Bachelorette' Cast Is Still Defending Jed After Girlfriend ScandalChris Harrison to 'Push' Jed Wyatt on His Girlfriend Scandal During 'Bachelorette' Finale'Bachelor' Colton Underwood Thinks Jed Wyatt Should 'Just Sort of Go Away' Amid Girlfriend Drama (Exclusive)

Chris Harrison Says 'Bachelorette' Hannah Brown Had 'Serious Love' for Two Men

Hannah Brown has a tough decision ahead of her. "She definitely, probably, had serious love for two of them," Harrison told ET's Lauren Zima, who guest hosted this week's episode of the Bachelor Party podcast on The Ringer. Before that, she had only told Wyatt that she was falling in love with him. Brown told ET at the Men Tell All taping that her heart gets broken this season. RELATED CONTENT:'Bachelor' Superfan Kaley Cuoco Breaks Down Hannah Brown's 'Bachelorette' DramaChris Harrison Says Luke Parker Wanted a 'Battle' on 'The Bachelorette: Men Tell All' (Exclusive)'Bachelorette Men Tell All': Hannah Confronts Luke Over Fantasy Suite Claims

Chris Harrison Says Luke Parker Wanted a 'Battle' on 'The Bachelorette: Men Tell

Chris Harrison put Luke Parker in the hot seat at Monday night's The Bachelorette: Men Tell All, but it seems the controversial contestant was determined to put the host there too. Fans watching the special were shocked to see Parker challenge Harrison on some of his questions. I think in his world, life is black and white. I mean, the first thing that came into my head was, 'OK, let's dabble into the same-sex marriage, same-sex relationships. RELATED CONTENT:'Bachelorette Men Tell All': Hannah Confronts Luke Over Fantasy Suite ClaimsChris Harrison on Why 'Bachelorette' Contestant Luke Parker Was Allowed to Return Twice from Elimination'Bachelor' Franchise Reveals First Same-Sex Relationship in New 'Paradise' Trailer

Chris Harrison on Why 'Bachelorette' Contestant Luke Parker Was Allowed to Return Twice

Luke Parker just keeps coming back. Harrison said at first, he didn't realize that Brown's remaining men -- Tyler Cameron, Jed Wyatt and Weber -- didn't know Parker had been sent home. So we weren't really even sure until a couple days before, was he really going to be there. I really didn't know. 'Bachelor' Franchise Reveals First Same-Sex Relationship in New 'Paradise' Trailer'Bachelorette Men Tell All': Hannah Confronts Luke Over Fantasy Suite Claims

Ben Higgins to Host 'Bachelor Live on Stage': What Is the Franchise's New Show?

Ben Higgins returns to the Bachelor franchise -- but this time, as a host! Chris Harrison announced during Hannah Brown's Bachelorette: Men Tell All on Monday night that the former Bachelor will host a new traveling show called The Bachelor Live on Stage. "I am so pumped to host the Bachelor live tour," Higgins said in a statement. "Bachelor Nation, or maybe I should say the whole Bachelor family, has brought me a ton of joy over the years. Find out more on The Bachelor Live on Stage at bachelorliveonstage.com.

Chris Harrison Speaks Out on Allegations Against 'Bachelor' Creator Mike Fleiss

Chris Harrison is speaking out about the allegations against Mike Fleiss. On the Bachelor Party podcast, Harrison noted that Fleiss' situation is "very different" from other scandals surrounding the Bachelor franchise, such as the 2017 Bachelor in Paradise shutdown following allegations of sexual misconduct between two contestants. "Mike Fleiss and his situation is completely different," Harrison noted. RELATED CONTENT:'Bachelor' Creator Mike Fleiss Under Investigation by Police Over Allegations of Violence Against His WifeWarner Bros. Looking Into 'Serious Allegations' Against 'The Bachelor' Creator Mike Fleiss'Bachelor' Creator Mike Fleiss' Wife Accuses Him of Violence, Demand for Abortion in Restraining Order Docs

Why 'Bachelorette' Contestant Luke Parker Left 'Men Tell All' Early

Luke Parker took up a big portion of Monday night's The Bachelorette: Men Tell All, but by the end of the special, he was MIA. After a painfully awkward hot-seat session with host Chris Harrison, Parker remained a topic of conversation among the other men. A source tells ET that Parker had to catch a red-eye flight that night to attend a friend's wedding in Georgia the next day. Though Parker didn't storm off set, judging by his latest Instagram, his relationship with ABC isn't on the best of terms. RELATED CONTENT:'The Bachelorette': ET Will Be Live Blogging Hannah Brown's 'Men Tell All'Chris Harrison Thought Punches Might Be Thrown After Luke Parker Came Back on 'The Bachelorette''Bachelorette' Hannah Brown Says Her 'Heart Gets Broken' This Season

Chris Harrison Thought Punches Might Be Thrown After Luke Parker Came Back on 'The

As host Chris Harrison told ET's Lauren Zima at The Bachelorette: Men Tell All taping earlier this month, he thought there might be punches thrown during the intense ordeal. "When the other guys walked up, I thought maybe [someone will throw a punch], because I know they had just had enough. I don't know if you guys have seen him with his shirt off, but he's a big dude." "'Guys, guys. "It was really frustrating for me," Brown told ET of having to detail her sex life to get through to Parker.

Chris Harrison Wants to 'Push' Jed Wyatt on His Girlfriend Scandal During '

Chris Harrison is ready to get the bottom of one of this season's girlfriend scandals. And clearly there's been a lot of accusations, been a lot of things said about Jed." "I wanna hear him talk. I wanna hear him answer some questions and there are a lot of things that need to be said," he continued. I wanna hear his side of the story, so let's give him that chance.

'The Bachelorette': Hannah Brown Reveals She Had Sex During Filming in Fiery Promo

Monday's episode of The Bachelorette concluded with our most revealing promo yet, in which Hannah reveals that she had sex during filming. In a recent interview with ET, host Chris Harrison said that sex and religion would become the "biggest divide" between Hannah and Luke. While speaking with ET at the beginning of her season, Hannah said her time in the fantasy suites holds a lot of "weight." RELATED CONTENT:'The Bachelorette': ET Will Be Live Blogging Week 7 of Hannah Brown's Journey! 'Bachelorette' Frontrunner Tyler Cameron Defends Hannah Brown Against Alum James Taylor: 'Let Our Queen Live'Why Ben Higgins Is Comparing His Lauren Bushnell Relationship to 'Bachelorette' Hannah Brown and Luke P.

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