Chris Harrison has officially parted ways with Bachelor Nation.
Harrison led The Bachelor and all of its spinoff from 2002 forward, but has been under increasing fire for the franchise’s lack of diversity, and his call for “compassion” for Bachelor contestant Rachael Kirkconnell, after 2018 photos emerged of her participating in an Old South slave-plantation-themed party.
Harrison received an eight-figure payout in exchange for a non-disclosure agreement, Deadline reports. However, sources are claiming that Harrison requested a $25 million payout and in exchange he will not reveal any dirt about the franchise.
Harrison issued a statement via Instagram confirming the news, saying, "I've had a truly incredible run as host of The Bachelor franchise and now I'm excited to start a new chapter. 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."