'Bachelor' host Chris Harrison has no regrets over exit: 'I wish everybody the best'

Bachelor In Paradise returned to ABC for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and topped Monday night ratings. The series, which also saw David Spade take over for former host Chris Harrison, drew in a 0.8 rating in the 18-49 demo and 3.06 million viewers upon its two-hour opening, per fast affiliates.

Haley Kluge editorSPOILER ALERT: Do not read if you have not yet watched the August 16 season premiere of “Bachelor in Paradise.”The beach is open!After a two-year hiatus, “Bachelor in Paradise” returned to screens for the first time since 2019.

The singles arrived on the beach in Mexico on Monday, where they were greeted by David Spade, one of this season's guest hosts who are leading things in place of longtime franchise host Chris Harrison.Connections were quick to form on the beach between Connor and Maurissa, Abigail and Noah, Tre and Tahzjuan, and more, while Grocery Store Joe wondered if he could go through this all again.A goddess, a late love connection and a last-minute arrival rounded out the intense premiere.Keep reading for

You may be wondering who is hosting Bachelor in Paradise this season.

's first season without Chris Harrison is just days away from airing.

Sarah Hyland and Wells Adams are such a cute couple!

Ahead of the latest series of Strictly Come Dancing, Peter Andre has been reminiscing about his time on the show – and he's now shared his biggest regret about appearing in his new! column. The dad of four has also revealed what it's like being back on stage in a production of Grease, and shared his best wishes for Olly Murs following his recent health news.

Addison Rae has nothing but love and admiration for her new pal, Kourtney Kardashian.The two stars have formed an unlikely friendship over the last year, and as Rae tells ET's Lauren Zima, she looks to Kardashian as her industry mentor. Now, Rae is sharing the best piece of advice she's received from the star.«It's just, don't let everyone tell you who you are.

Harrison Ford, 79, was joined by wife Calista Flockhart, 56, for vacation in Dubrovnik, Croatia on Sunday, Aug. 9, roughly six weeks after the actor suffered a shoulder injury on the set of Indiana Jones 5. In a photo — which can be seen HERE — Harrison and Calista were snapped smiling for the cameras while venturing around the European city. The Star Wars actor was dressed in a gray T-shirt and pants, while his wife of over a decade dressed in a red sun dress.

Can’t stay away. Chris Harrison shared his first Instagram post since confirming his departure from The Bachelor, celebrating his longtime love, Lauren Zima.

Chris Harrison is back on Instagram.

Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior CorrespondentBack in March, amid escalating controversy surrounding former host Chris Harrison, ABC Entertainment and Warner Horizon committed to hiring an executive producer of color for “The Bachelor.” Now, Variety has exclusively learned that the franchise has named its first-ever Black executive producer.Jodi Baskerville, a veteran producer who has been with “The Bachelor” franchise for nearly 10 years, has been elevated to EP, numerous individuals close to

Jennifer Aniston revealed she'd be willing to step in as guest host of "The Bachelor" following Chris Harrison's exit from the show.  The 52-year-old actress, known for her love of the romantic franchise, told InStyle in an interview published on Tuesday that the contestants really need a "psychologist or psychiatrist," but that she'd be willing to be someone they could "talk to." "God, I don’t know," Aniston responded when asked if she'd ever guest host the show.

She will accept the rose! Jennifer Aniston is ready to take her love for The Bachelor to the next level — and that could include testing out her hosting skills following Chris Harrison‘s departure.

It’s no secret that Jennifer Aniston is a fan of The Bachelor, and she weighed in on the possibility of her becoming the show’s newest host now that Chris Harrison has left his longtime position. “I think they need a psychologist or a psychiatrist, not just Chris Harrison or whoever the host is now,” Jen told InStyle.

Katie Thurston's season, will be back to host Michelle Young's season this fall. When they took over for Chris Harrison following his racism controversy, both Kaitlyn and Tayshia told ET's Nischelle Turner that they were excited to bring a new energy to season 17 of reality series.«It was nice for us to bring women empowerment to the show,» Kaitlyn said.

Coming back for more! Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe will officially return to host season 18 of The Bachelorette after temporarily taking over following Chris Harrison‘s exit from the franchise.

Get in all the vacationing you wish you could do with the new season of “Bachelor In Paradise”.