Chris Harrison Is Temporarily ‘Stepping Aside’ From ‘The Bachelor’ in the Wake of Controversial Interview

usmagazine.com:

Chris Harrison announced his plans to step back from season 25 of The Bachelor after his controversial interview about contestant Rachael Kirkconnell.“This historic season of The Bachelor should not be marred or overshadowed by my mistakes or diminished by my actions,” the longtime host, 49, wrote in a lengthy statement shared via Instagram on Saturday, February 13. “To that end, I have consulted with Warner Bros.

and ABC and will be stepping aside for a period of time and will not join for the After the Final Rose special. I am dedicated to getting educated on a more profound and productive level than ever before.

I want to ensure our cast and crew members, to my friends, colleagues and our fans: this is not just a moment, but a commitment