'Bachelor' star Rachael Kirkconnell calls Matt James the 'love of my life,' hopes split sparks a conversation

Bri Springs is hopeful for the future of Bachelor Nation, but the season 25 contestant isn’t sure she wants to be a part of it.

Matt James is starting fresh. The "Bachelor" star, 29, who split from season 25 contestant Rachael Kirkconnell, removed all traces of the 24-year-old Georgia native -- and all other social media posts -- from his Instagram profile on Friday.

Matt James' brother is giving an update on the former Bachelor's state of mind following the conclusion of his season of the show. On Friday's episode of Rachel Lindsay and Van Lathan's podcast, John James, a rapper who goes by John the Scorpio, said Matt is «doing good» after his split from Rachael Kirkconnell.On Monday's finale, Matt professed his love for Rachael and the pair decided to leave the show in a committed relationship, though not engaged.

Rachel Lindsay is speaking out following Matt James' finale. The former Bachelorette, who's been outspoken on this season's controversies, shared her thoughts on her and Van Lathan's podcast, ,on Friday. «This is tough for Matt,» Lindsay said. «Matt's in a bad situation.»On Monday's finale, James professed his love for Rachael Kirkconnell and the pair decided to leave the show in a committed relationship, though not engaged.

"Bachelor" star Rachael Kirkconnell defended Matt James from racist insults after he revealed they split up after the show.

Rachael Kirkconnell is coming to Matt James’ defense.

Rachael Kirkconnell is urging Bachelor Nation to stop directing hate at Matt James after their messy split played out on the season 25 finale of The Bachelor.

Rachael Kirkconnell is speaking out against racist comments being sent to Matt James. The former contestant took to her Instagram Story on Wednesday to stand up for her ex.During this season's finale, Matt professed his love for Rachael and the pair left the show in a committed relationship.

The reaction that Bachelor Nation has been waiting for. Rachel Lindsay shared her thoughts on Matt James’ split from Rachael Kirkconnell after the Monday, March 15, finale of The Bachelor.

Not exactly a fairy tale ending. Rachael Kirkconnell penned a note about her love for Matt James after he broke off their romance while season 25 of The Bachelor was still airing.

Matt James has already ended his relationship with Rachael Kirkconnell, the winner of his season on "The Bachelor." The reality star, 29, revealed during the "After the Final Rose" special that he ended things with Kirkconnell, 24, after she was involved in a scandal that included claims of racism against her.

Rachael Kirkconnell still believes Matt James is the love of her life after their breakup. During Monday's finale, Rachael and Matt ended the show in a committed relationship, but not engaged.

Sharing her side. Host Emmanuel Acho put Bachelor contestant Rachael Kirkconnell in the hot seat during the Monday, March 15, episode of After the Final Rose, addressing her past racially charged Instagram photos.

Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell's love story continues to play out on Amid Rachael's ongoing racism controversy, her love story with Matt is still unfolding and fans have a lot of feelings about it.Monday's episode of the reality series saw Rachael breaking down over the Fantasy Suite dates and telling Matt, «I picture you as my future husband.»Later, Matt promised that he was only going to be truthful with her and admitted, «I'm falling in love with you.»«I'm head over heels for you.

A loaded week. Matt James confronted his father, admitted his feelings for Rachael and chose his final two women during the Monday, March 8, episode of The Bachelor.

Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell are continuing to fall in love on . Amid Rachael's ongoing racism controversy, her love story with Matt is still playing out on TV.Kirkconnell's past actions came to light in January, when a TikTok user accused the early front-runner of previously bullying her for dating Black men.

Victoria Larson was one of the contestants in the hot seat during The Bachelor: Women Tell All on Monday, March 1, and the self-proclaimed “Queen” got visibly emotional when Matt James joined the group.

Matt James reunited with “Queen” Victoria and more of his exes during the Monday, March 1, special The Bachelor: The Women Tell All.