Rachael Kirkconnell Latest Celebrity News & Gossip

From The Bachelor to the ballroom! ABC personality Matt James is set to compete on Dancing With the Stars season 30, Us Weekly can exclusively reveal.

Hometowns round two! Former Bachelor Matt James and his girlfriend, Rachael Kirkconnell, journeyed to her hometown earlier this week to spend some quality time with her family.

Chris Harrison is reportedly soaking up his post-"Bachelor" time as he figures out what’s next for him in the world of show business.  The former "Bachelor" franchise host officially stepped down from his gig on the ABC dating show in June after being embroiled in a racism controversy that saw him defend Season 25 contestant Rachael Kirkconnell after it came to light that she attended an Antebellum-themed party prior to appearing on the show.  According to a source that spoke with US Weekly,

Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell are going strong after two breakups and two reconciliations since they finished filming The Bachelor in the fall of 2020. Being in a relationship in the public eye has not been easy for the reality stars, but they’ve managed to get through it with help from each other.

No hard feelings? Chris Harrison addressed a variety of topics in Bachelor Nation — including Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell’s relationship — for the first time since his exit as the franchise’s host.

The bigger picture! Emmanuel Acho shared his thoughts on Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell getting back together after season 25 of The Bachelor — and it turns out he may have seen it coming after hosting the After the Final Rose special.

Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell are black tie-ready while walking the red carpet together at the 2021 Sports Humanitarian Awards on Monday night (July 12) in New York City.

Matt James, 29, clearly wasn’t trying to hide his relationship with Rachael Kirkconnell, 24! The Bachelor clapped back at The Bachelor creator and producer Mike Fleiss, 57, when he shared an article that said that Rachael and Matt came out of “hiding” to appear at the ESPYs Red Carpet on Saturday July 10. Matt responded to the tweet with a selfie of himself and Rachael looking shocked, as they tilted their sunglasses down on Sunday July 11. “Ain’t nobody hiding,” Matt joked.

Shots fired! Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell might be staying on the down low since rekindling their romance, but the Bachelor Nation stars aren’t keeping secrets.

"Bachelor" stars Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell made their first red carpet appearance as a couple at the 2021 ESPY Awards. The pair attended the athletic award show in New York City on Saturday, which was hosted at The Rooftop at Pier 17 – an open-air venue in the Seaport District.  James, 29, sported a rust and black plaid suit while Kirkconnell, 24, wore a simple black gown.

Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell are stepping out in style.

A red-carpet match made in heaven. Former Bachelor Matt James and on-again girlfriend Rachael Kirkconnell made their official red carpet debut together at Saturday night’s 2021 ESPYS in New York.

The Bachelor stars Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell made their debut red carpet appearance together at ESPYS Awards 2021 and it was nothing short of cute. The duo looked their glamourous best as they gave a cosy pose on the red carpet.

The stars are stepping out for the 2021 ESPYS!

Love is in the mountain air! Following a tumultuous journey on The Bachelor, Matt James and girlfriend Rachael Kirkconnell soaked up plenty of quality time during a romantic summer vacation last month.

Peter Weber thinks Chris Harrison should've remained the host of. ET's Denny Directo spoke to the 29-year-old former Bachelor, who lamented the fact that the longtime host is no longer with the franchise following his racism controversy.Harrison was part of the franchise for nearly two decades, but stepped away as host in February after he defended eventual  winner Rachael Kirkconnell's past racist actions.

Rachel Lindsay is speaking out.

Speaking her truth. Rachel Lindsay officially ended her contract with Bachelor Nation in April, but now, is sharing exactly what led to that choice.

New details are emerging about Chris Harrison‘s exit from The Bachelor.

Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior CorrespondentOn Feb. 9, everything changed for Chris Harrison.

Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell are continuing to spend quality time together following their recent reconciliation. The Bachelor couple, who split after last year’s drama-filled season but got back together in April, attended a celebrity boxing match in Miami Gardens, Florida on Saturday, June 12. Both Matt and Rachael danced enthusiastically to the live music in the crowd.

Best friend approves! Tyler Cameron is all for Rachael Kirkconnell and Matt James’ relationship after spending time with the Bachelor season 25 couple, who got off to a rocky start.

Most important meal of the day! Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell aren’t afraid to show their disagreements — even about the most surprising things.

It’s the end of an era for Bachelor Nation, and we’re all coming to terms with it… including Chris Harrison.

temporarily stepped aside from Matt James’ season of “The Bachelor” in February when fans called into question the show’s handling of race and criticized Harrison for an interview in which he appeared to defend contestant Rachael Kirkconnell’s past racist actions.

Rachel Lindsay is speaking out.

After leaving the Bachelor franchise, Chris Harrison‘s future is up in the air, as he has no plans to step away from hosting.

Fans hoping for Chris Harrison to return to The Bachelor were likely concerned when the longtime host hired lawyer Bryan J. Freedman amid the fallout from his controversial interview with Rachel Lindsay.

Chris Harrison is speaking out to confirm that he will be leaving The Bachelor franchise.

Chris Harrison is reportedly moving out of Bachelor Nation.

Chris Harrison is exiting reality dating franchise “The Bachelor” after 19 years, ET Canada can confirm.

His final rose. Chris Harrison’s leave of absence from The Bachelor franchise has become permanent, Us Weekly confirms.

The Bachelor, The TV personality is reportedly exiting the role after 19 years and in wake of the racism controversy that led to his temporary leave. For those unfamiliar with what happened, . But a quick boilerplate: After photos of Rachael Kirkconnell, a contestant from Matt James's season of The Bachelor, attending an "Old South" party in college went viral, a media firestorm for the show ensued.

One thing missing from the new season of The Bachelorette is the show’s longtime host Chris Harrison and leading lady Katie Thurston is sharing her thoughts on his absence.

Katie Thurston’s journey for love on “The Bachelorette” kicks off Monday, June 7.

Seeing roses! Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe had a front row seat to Katie Thurston’s journey as the Bachelorette, stepping in for Chris Harrison for season 17.