Former 'The Bachelor' Host Chris Harrison Returns With 'Traditional Marriage' Dating Show to Mixed Response
Chris Harrison is back in the spotlight.
If you don’t recall, Chris stepped down from hosting The Bachelor amid the controversy he caused in 2021 when he defended contestant Rachael Kirkconnell after photos surfaced of her participating in a slave plantation-themed fraternity formal.
Now, in a new casting call, it looks like the 54-year-old former host is about to host a new TV show…although the requirements are raising some eyebrows.
Keep reading to find out more…
“It’s time to help people find love again,” he captioned the casting call on his Instagram.
The description reads: “A prominent streaming service is casting single men and women (21+) who want a traditional, marriage-minded partnership built on commitment and shared values.”
“We’re looking for singles who believe in clear roles, long-term commitment, and building a life together — and who are dating with real intention,” it adds.
“I’m sorry this is giving MAGA????” one comment reads.
“Traditional how? Location, era, or vibe? Is this a ‘1950s traditional’ or a ‘mutual respect and partnership’ traditional?” another reads.
“Traditional marriage????? Why are we reverting back to 1920?” another popular comment reads.
“I will be coming back to TV to do what means the most to me: helping people find love. I want to do a show that is actually about finding that true love. I think that’s been lost, and I think we all want it back. Will there be drama along the way? Absolutely, but in the end it will always be about love,” he told TMZ.
The response to our casting announcement has been incredible. People are talking, discussing, debating love and relationships; that’s what great reality TV is about. As for what the show is all about … I’ll turn to one of my favorite lines here: you’ll find out, after the break.”
He made rare comments about leaving the ABC series late last year.