There are rumors flying that ABC could be trying to bring back Chris Harrison to host The Bachelor. After hosting the show for nearly two decades, he was ousted because of a racism scandal involving contestant Rachael Kirkconnell. He spoke his mind to former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay and that started the end of his hosting career. After having Kaitlyn Bristowe and Tayshia Adams co-host for a few seasons, the permanent gig was given to Jesse Palmer. However, with the show reportedly having major viewer drops, rumors are that Chris could possibly save the day. Keep reading to find out more.
Is The Bachelor wanting to bring back Chris Harrison?
Are the ABC execs really wanting to bring back Chris Harrison? Radar Online says yes. An insider said the move could happen to save the franchise from being canceled. They also said, “Everyone is aware The Bachelor is on life support.” Of course, the insider also noted that nobody is sure if Chris would even want to return after how the franchise treated him.
Sources also said previously, “The show has clearly had its ups and downs but this is the first time the big bosses are actually fearful ABC is going to pull the plug. The Bachelor has been a downhill mess that they are trying to keep from falling even farther down but execs are preparing this premiere to be the lowest in the show’s history.”
Execs are also partly worried due to the lack of social media interaction involving Zach Shallcross’ season of the show.
It’s now being reported that ABC has denied the rumors and said it’s not happening.
Fans react to the rumored news
Fans immediately started commenting saying they stopped watching because Chris Harrison was gone. Many said it would bring their interest back to the franchise. Other fans said it was too good to be true. Many simply commented “Boooo” and others said they will continue to boycott without Chris.
One person said, “Wow what a let down. Whirlwind of emotions lol”
Overall the response was pure disappointment that it appears it was really just a rumor.
In the meantime, many think Jesse Palmer has done a good job stepping in as the new host.
Chris just started a new podcast and is happy living his life with his fiance Lauren Zima. So far Chris has not commented on the rumors that are flying around Bachelor Nation.
Stay tuned for more updates.
