Chris Harrison

Can ‘The Bachelor’ Survive Its Creator’s Shock Exit?

The show’s creator has long been an avatar for its controversial streak. His exit following another lackluster “Bachelor” season feels like the end of an era—maybe in a good way.

Laura Bradley

NOT AGAIN

The New ‘Bachelor’ Season Already Has a Racism Scandal

Hours after Zach Shallcross’ season premiere, his frontrunner has posted an apology for her past tweets defending blackface. For “Bachelor” fans, it’s just more of the same.

Laura Bradley

WAR OF THE ROSES

Why a ‘Bachelorette’ Host Walked Off the Stage in Tears

“The Men Tell All” revisited the most heinous drama from Michelle Young’s season—but its most dramatic moment came when the former Bachelorette addressed her rift with Zac Clark.

Laura Bradley

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WAR OF THE ROSES

New ‘Bachelorette’ Michelle Young Makes a Stunning Debut

A bright light in Matt James’ disastrous season, the elementary school teacher handled a curveball-laden premiere with grace, empathy and directness.

Laura Bradley

WAR OF THE ROSES

The Bachelorette’s ‘Gaslighting’ Breakup Just Got Uglier

A heated finale saw a newly engaged Katie Thurston reunited with Greg Grippo, who self-eliminated last week. She accused him of “gaslighting” and using the show for exposure.

Laura Bradley

THE PLOT THICKENS

Chris Harrison Payoff: Was ‘Bachelor’ Shielding Its Creator?

The same lawyer representing Harrison in his reality-TV exit also repped Fleiss’ wife during heated divorce proceedings that included allegations of abuse.

Laura Bradley