Chris Harrison spent nearly 20 years helping people find love on ABC’s Bachelor franchise. However, he left the network in 2021 amid backlash for defending Season 25 contestant Rachael Kirkconnell against racism claims. He’s now ready to reclaim his role as a beloved reality show host. However, The Vow avoids certain things that are standard on The Bachelor. Keep reading to find out why his new show got rid of elimination ceremonies.
Chris Harrison Reveals Why The Vow Avoids Elimination Ceremonies
ABC’s Bachelor Nation franchise doesn’t have a great success rate at lasting relationships. However, it’s a ratings hit thanks to all the on-screen drama. But Chris Harrison was determined to go in a different direction for his new dating show.
The Vow initially sparked ABC to file a cease-and-desist order. However, the show premiered on November 11 without any legal issues. Chris Harrison co-produces the show with his wife, Lauren Zima. They decided to get rid of the “contrived” elimination ceremonies for The Vow.
It’s produced and it’s forcing Jace into moments that aren’t real. Get rid of it,” he told Us Weekly about removing the stressful ceremonies. “When it’s time to break up, either the ladies or Jace, then you have to sit down and have a conversation. It’s what a gentleman should do,” he added.
The Vow is all about morals and faith. In his opinion, the elimination ceremonies aren’t what “intentional people of morals” do in relationships.
His Stance On Fantasy Suite Dates
Chris Harrison told Us Weekly that the overnight dates – called Fantasy Suite dates on The Bachelor – are also a thing of the past. However, he’s open to facilitating an overnight date if that’s what the lead, Jace Cates, wants.
The host teased, “There were times when we had things planned, and because of what Jace needed, we did a 180 and we went the other direction. And so, who’s to say we won’t do that?”
Chris Harrison sees himself as more of a mentor than a host “saying a line that I made famous for 20 years over and over and over.”
The former Bachelor host believes it’s the right time for a faith-based dating show as the younger generation turns away from dating apps.
“Hopefully, we figure out that everybody — millions and millions and millions of people — are watching The Vow and they love it. Then it’ll be the perfect time to come back,” he said.
The first two episodes of The Vow are streaming now on Fox Nation. New episodes drop every Wednesday.
Jennifer Havener grew up in a small town in Upstate New York. She earned her B.A in Writing & Literature from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. She always knew watching reality TV shows and soap operas, particularly ‘Days of Our Lives’, would come in handy someday. When she’s not writing, she’s playing with her dogs, Lola and Ruger