Where is Chris Harrison now?
FORMER Bachelor host Chris Harrison shocked fans after his abrupt leave from the franchise.
Harrison has since been laying low after being fired from his hosting duties in June of 2021, he was replaced by former Bachelor contestant and NFL star, Jesse Palmer.
Where is Chris Harrison now?
Chris Harrison has been focusing on himself after being fired from the Bachelor franchise.
Harrison reportedly hired a lawyer to represent him after being fired from the Bachelor franchise, according to .
It is unclear if he plans on taking any legal action.
Shortly after, Harrison reemerged on social media amid the scandal and shared a message of support for Colton Underwood after revealing he is gay on Good Morning America.
For season 26 of The Bachelor, Harrison will be replaced by former contestant, Jesse Palmer.
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When is Chris Harrison's wedding to Lauren Zima?
On October 25, 2021, the former host took to Instagram to inform his followers that he was getting married to longtime girlfriend Lauren Zima.
The two appeared to be standing near the cliff of a mountain.
A round table with a white cover can be spotted next to the newly engaged couple.
Harrison told his followers on social media that he was in "love" with Lauren.
He captioned the post: "The next chapter starts now!"
The Bachelor reality star, Catherine Lowe, gave details on Chris Harrison and his plans to marry in an interview with PageSix in December of 2021.
Catherine said, "They are such a cute couple. Lauren’s awesome.”
She continued: "He’s great. He just got engaged and he’s obsessed [with her]."
What did Chris Harrison say about returning to the Bachelor?
Less than 24 hours after the premiere of the 2021 season of The Bachelorette, Harrison stepped away from the franchise for good.
He took to social media to announce his permanent departure on June 8, 2021, writing: "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."
He allegedly exited the show with an eight-figure payoff.
Reps for Harrison and ABC did not respond to The Sun's request for comment regarding his departure.
At the time of the scandal, Harrison had claimed that he was willing to work to get back into the good graces of Bachelor Nation.
He told Good Morning America: "I plan to be back and I want to be back. And I think this franchise can be an important beacon of change.
"I know that change is felt, not just by me, but by many others. And we are excited and willing to do the work to show that progress.
"This interview is not the finish line. There is much more work to be done. And I am excited to be a part of that change."
What did ABC say about Chris Harrison's leave?
ABC Entertainment along with Warner Horizon made the announcement that Harrison will not form part of the franchise going forward.
The statement said: "Chris Harrison will not be hosting the next season of The Bachelorette.
"We support Chris in the work that he is committed to doing.
"In his absence, former Bachelorettes Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe will support the new Bachelorette through the next season.
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"As we continue the dialogue around achieving greater equity and inclusion within 'The Bachelor' franchise, we are dedicated to improving the BIPOC representation of our crew, including among the executive producer ranks.
"These are important steps in effecting fundamental change so that our franchise is a celebration of love that is reflective of our world."