Why isn’t Chris Harrison hosting The Bachelorette?
KATIE Thurston's Bachelorette season officially started on June 7, but one face who wasn't present was longtime host Chris Harrison.
As announced on March 12, former Bachelorette stars - will take over hosting duties for 's season.
Harrison defended Bachelor contestant , whose photos of her at an in college leaked online.
At the time, the former Bachelor host told Lindsay that of “cancel culture” following backlash from the photos.
When Lindsay shot back that “wasn’t a good look” to recreate and celebrate a period in history when Black people were enslaved, Harrison replied, “Well, Rachel, is it a good look in 2018 or is it not a good look in 2021? Because there’s a big difference.”
Despite saying he planned to be back, Harrison will be absent from both The Bachelorette and the upcoming season of .
On March 12, ABC Entertainment along with Warner Horizon announced that the longtime host will not host the next season of The Bachelorette.
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Bachelor Nation alum has called for the long-time host to be
DeMario Jackson from season 13 and Jubilee Sharpe from season 20 were among the reality stars who called for Harrison to stay barred from the program, according to .
Twenty-five women from James' season rallied together to denounce the hosts’ stance in a joint statement.
“We are the women of Bachelor Season 25. Twenty-five women who identify as were cast on this historic season that was meant to represent change.
“We are deeply disappointed and want to make it clear that we denounce any defense of racism.
"The reality is that I'm learning about these situations in real time, and it has been devastating and heartbreaking to put it bluntly.
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"Personally, he became a friend and father figure – I know he probably doesn't like that because it makes him feel old," Bristowe told the outlet.
Adams added: "Chris and I actually do have a friendship and a relationship. So I think that I just really separate that relationship from the controversy, and I really just look back on the fond memories that I have with him."
In an Instagram post on June 8, Harrison confirmed that he was leaving his spot as the host of the franchise for good.
Along with a picture of him during a reunion show, he wrote: "I’ve had a truly incredible run as host of The Bachelor franchise and now I’m excited to start a new chapter.
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"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."