Bachelor Nation is going through many changes right now. Long-time host Chris Harrison is officially leaving The Bachelor franchise just as a new season of The Bachelorette is starting. After hosting The Bachelor and other spin-offs for many years, the host is permanently departing.
Here is the scoop on Chris Harrison leaving Bachelor Nation!
Chris Harrison Breaks His Silence
On Monday June 7, The Bachelorette season 17 premiere aired starring Katie Thurston. However, instead of Chris Harrison, the shows hosts are former Bachelorettes Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe.
In an Instagram post on Tuesday June 8, Harrison says goodbye to The Bachelor franchise. Posting a photo of himself hosting the show, he writes, "I’ve had a truly incredible run as host of The Bachelor franchise and now I’m excited to start a new chapter."
Chris Harrison continues saying, "I’m so grateful to Bachelor Nation for all of the memories we’ve made together. While my two-decade journey is wrapping up, the friendships I’ve made will last a lifetime."
Fans commented their love and support for him. Kaitlyn Bristowe also shared her thoughts writing, "You are truly irreplaceable as a host, thank you for all the years you put into this show and making it what it is. No one does it quite like Mr. Chris Harrison."
Harrison's announcement comes only hours after rumors of his official departure began circulating.
What is Next For The Bachelor?
Bachelor Nation has been going through changes since the premiere of Matt James’ season of The Bachelor. During the season, racially insensitive photos of contestant Rachael Kirkconnell gained attention.
Former Bachelorette star Rachael Lindsay and Chris Harrison discussed the controversial situation in an interview where Harrison reportedly defended Kirkconnell. Following backlash from fans, Harrison stepped down as host but he maintained an interest in returning.
In the meantime, Tayshia and Kaitlyn stepped in to host The Bachelorette, and comedian David Spade is one of several guest hosts for the new season of Bachelor in Paradise.
Then news broke that Harrison got an eight-figure settlement for leaving the show. So while there are some plans for the future of The Bachelor franchise, fans still do not know who will permanently replace Harrison.
With Chris Harrison officially leaving Bachelor Nation, fans are curious to know what is next for the franchise. Who would you like to see replace him as host? Comment below!
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missann says
It’s time. Chris Harrison is divorcing bach nation and I wish him all the best in his recovery. Chris is antiquated along with the show itself and it’s ridiculous sham of “finding love”. What it really does is give young people a platform for building their brand, increasing there social media following and allows them to seek the reality tv fame they covet. I’m not saying that’s wrong but please, don’t insult the viewers intelligence. It’s hype. At any rate, it’s time for the old man to go quietly into the night while the youngins take their turn at the helm known as Bachelor Nation.
It’s true a few, very few, have actually used the show to find a life partner and marriage. Statistically speaking, the leads who have been successful at a lasting relationship and marriage are minuscule although the Bachelorette has faired somewhat better than the Bachelor. It’s rather ironic that the show “Married at First Sight” has been wildly successful in comparison.
Social Media annihilated the Bach/ette series intended premise but honestly, it was destined to fail. There has existed a fair amount of pain and harm done to cast members through the years due to production tricks, schemes, lies and set ups which I find disgusting and ethically reprehensible in some cases. And yet the gluttons keep returning to the vomit that is, as Reality Steve claims, toxic bachelor nation. God save the Lead! God save the Lead!