Mike Fleiss: Last News

Bachelor and Bachelorette franchises have traditionally cast dental hygienists and personal trainers in their mid-20s, there’s no rule that says the 60-plus crowd isn’t every bit as romantic, if not more. Since they have, you know, life experiences and fully developed personalities.In The Golden Bachelor, the latest addition to ABC’s primetime lineup, a silver fox (we assume) will choose a woman for the next (uh, final?) part of his life.

The Bachelorette is a big one for two reasons in particular. For one, it marks the 20th installment of the franchise, originally established in 2003 with Trista Sutter (nee Rehn) as the lead. And two, it marks the first time that Bachelor—and Bachelorette—creator Mike Fleiss won't be involved.

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Mike Fleiss announced his departure from The Bachelor earlier this week and now new details surrounding his exit have been revealed.

The Bachelor creator/executive producer Mike Fleiss’ recently announced departure from the hit ABC reality franchise came after he had been investigated over workplace misconduct allegations, Deadline has confirmed.

“The Bachelor”s Kaity Biggar is a proud Canadian, but she doesn’t necessarily want to have her wedding to Zach Shallcross in her home country.

The Bachelor is upon us. After more than two decades at the helm of ABC’s reality dating show juggernaut, creator Mike Fleiss and his franchise are breaking up. The news arrives a day after the conclusion of ’s season of The Bachelor, which had an uneven, albeit happy ending. “First and foremost, congratulations are in order for Zach and Kaity [Biggar].

Mike Fleiss is saying goodbye to Bachelor Nation. The day after “The Bachelor” aired its season 27 finale, which saw Zach Shallcross get engaged to Kaity Biggar, ET confirms that Fleiss is no longer with the franchise.

Mike Fleiss is saying goodbye to Bachelor Nation. The day after aired its season 27 finale, which saw Zach Shallcross get engaged to Kaity Biggar, ET confirms that Fleiss is no longer with the franchise.«First and foremost, congratulations are in order for Zach and Kaity.

Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior Correspondent “The Bachelor” creator Mike Fleiss is parting ways with the franchise he created more than two decades ago, Variety has learned. Fleiss will be replaced by new showrunners Claire Freeland, Jason Ehrlich and Bennett Graebner, all of whom have long-term ties to “The Bachelor” franchise. The news of Fleiss’ departure comes the day after “The Bachelor” wrapped up its 27th season. “The Bachelorette” heads into Season 20 this summer. “First and foremost, congratulations are in order for Zach and Kaity. I wish them a long and happy life together,” Fleiss says in a statement to Variety, referencing the winning couple from “The Bachelor” Season 27. “I want to thank WBTV and ABC for 21 extraordinary years,” Fleiss’ statement says. “They’ve found the perfect creative team for me to entrust ‘The Bachelor’ franchise and keep this lightening in a bottle bold and moving forward. Let the journey continue.”

Selome Hailu Brooke Karzen is stepping down from her post as executive vice president and head of Warner Horizon Unscripted Television, Variety has learned. She shared the news with staff via a memo on Monday. See the full memo below. Dear Team, I’m reaching out today, so you hear the news from me that I’ve decided to leave my position as Executive Vice President and Head of Warner Horizon Unscripted Television. Leaving Warner Bros. after 22 years was not an easy decision, but the time is right for a change. I will take some time to consider new opportunities and am excited to start a new chapter.

Zach Shallcross came up empty-handed during this season’s edition of The Bachelorette, but he’s about to get another chance at finding his love connection: the 26-year-old tech exec from from Anaheim, CA. will headline 27th season of The Bachelor.

James McCoy Taylor, a contestant on season 12 of , was arrested for allegedly driving while intoxicated and unlawfully carrying a weapon, ET has learned. The reality TV alum and country singer was stopped by officers in Katy, Texas, on Saturday, September 10. Taylor was booked at the College Point Police Station and posted a total bond of $6,000 — $2,000 for his DWI and a $4,000 bond for his possession of a firearm, according to booking records. Taylor is seen smiling in his mug shot photo while wearing a plaid button-down shirt.

James McCoy Taylor, who competed on The Bachelorette season 12, has been arrested, Us Weekly can confirm.

Perhaps its time for Executive Producer Mike Fleiss to employ a full-time forensic anthropologist. After The Bachelorette‘s Gabby Windey made it clear this week that Erich Schwer was the man she wanted, internet sleuths dug up a picture of the 29-year-old bachelor in Blackface from his high school yearbook.

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Let their rosy journey begin! After Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia were named joint leads of The Bachelorette earlier this month, their season is already underway.