What was the interview with Chris Harrison and Rachel?
What was the interview with Chris Harrison and Rachel?
Lindsay and Harrison were discussing Rachel Kirkconnell, a contestant on Matt James’ season of The Bachelor who came under fire for past racist behavior that resurfaced online while the season was airing. Lindsay addressed the controversy with Harrison, who defended Kirkconnell.
What did Chris Harrison say about Kirkconnell?
“I saw a picture of her at a sorority party five years ago and that’s it. Like, boom,” Harrison said, in regards to the photos of Kirkconnell at the plantation-themed party. “I’m like, ‘Really?’ ”
Why did Chris Harrison apologize to Rachel?
“What I now realize I have done is cause harm by wrongly speaking in a manner that perpetuates racism, and for that I am so deeply sorry.” Harrison went on to apologize to Lindsay specifically for “not listening to her better on a topic she has firsthand knowledge of” and promised to “do better” in the future.
How does Chris Harrison feel about The Bachelor?
“Chris is saddened to leave The Bachelor franchise,” the source exclusively shares. “It was his whole life and identity for many years and he was hopeful he would continue his contract.”
What did Bachelor Rachael Kirkconnell do?
Controversy. While James’ season was airing, Kirkconnell came under fire after she was accused of several racist actions, including liking racist social media posts and bullying girls in high school for their dating preferences.
How much did the bachelor pay Chris Harrison to leave?
Instead, he received roughly $10 million — a combination of a $9 million exit settlement, plus remaining contractual fees — upon leaving the job he held since 2002.
