New hosts for 'The Bachelorette' after racial controversy

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeWhen “Wipeout” creator Matt Kunitz began planning the show’s revival for TBS, he knew one element had to return: Those iconic, large red balls. Everything else could be updated — and has been, from new hosts John Cena and Nicole Byer to a revised game play that now features teams of two.

The Bachelorette’s Jason Tartick, 32, and girlfriend Kaitlyn Bristowe, 35, are still more solid than ever! The pair met back in Jan. 2019 during a taping of her podcast Off The Vine — and things are going so well that they’re hoping to start a family together soon.

Double the roses, double the fun! Bachelor Nation shared thoughts on Katie Thurston and Michelle Young being named the next two Bachelorettes after competing on Matt James’ season in early 2021.

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.

Tayshia Adams is ready to head back to the “Bachelor” mansion once again.

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.

Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell are over.

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.

Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe just can’t wait to get started!

All love! Tayshia Adams spoke publicly about being named the new cohost of The Bachelorette alongside Kaitlyn Bristowe.

Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe are celebrating their new news.The two former Bachelorettes are taking the lead on the new season of and couldn't be more excited.

Back off! Kaitlyn Bristowe hit back at trolls who weren’t happy after she and Tayshia Adams were named as Chris Harrison‘s replacements as The Bachelorette host.

Amid Chris Harrison’s controversy, the new “Bachelorette” season is switching things up when it comes to its host.

"The Bachelorette" has found a pair of new hosts following Chris Harrison's exit from the franchise. Past stars Kaitlyn Bristowe and Tayshia Adams will host the upcoming season of "Bachelorette," ABC and Warner Horizon execs said on Friday.

Chris Harrison, say your goodbyes. The 49-year-old host, who has led the Bachelor franchise since 2002, will not return to host the upcoming season of The Bachelorette, ABC and Warner Bros. announced on Friday, March 12.

Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior CorrespondentAmid his ongoing controversy, Chris Harrison will sit out next season of “The Bachelorette,” Variety has learned.Harrison will be temporarily replaced by rotating fan-favorite alums from the franchise, including former “Bachelorette” stars Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe.Beyond next season of “The Bachelorette,” no permanent decision regarding Harrison’s future with the franchise has been determined, at this point, according to numerous sources close

Waiting for change. Rachel Lindsay claims that due to the controversy happening within Bachelor Nation, many people behind-the-scenes have walked away.