

The Bachelor
The Bachelor Review – The Champagne Chronicles (24×02)
The second episode of The Bachelor begins immediately where we left off with Hannah Brown’s dramatic return, where she has asked Peter (who was initially her third choice on her season of The Bachelorette) to give her one more chance. (Note: This was shortly after she made a suspiciously similar proposition to Tyler C., her first-runner up, in front of Peter–and his parents–in front of a live studio audience). After a dramatic “will he or won’t he” staring off into the distance sequence, Peter stands his ground and respectfully turns Hannah down as he tells her, “I want to be with someone who wants me as much as I want them.”
Several perplexed meteorologists have predicted that this caused a level 3 earthquake at exactly 8:04 pm EST as every live viewer in America screamed “YAS, PETER!” at their television sets in perfect unison. After an uncomfortable goodbye, Hannah dejectedly exits the scene and makes her way over to the sound stage for Season 28 of Dancing With The Stars, where she ultimately wins the competition. Don’t worry, Hannah–in the world of ABC, good things come to those who rate.
Things kick back into gear as Peter starts sharing some of his “first moments” with the supporting character Bachelorettes. They deliver their backstory monologues–a sometimes tedious but extremely necessary aspect of The Bachelor, as their critical reception plays a key role in shaping the futures of the bachelorette’s upcoming careers as social media influencers. Much like the periods of recitative in Les Miserables, we understand that this needs to happen to further the plot, and we slowly develop an only slightly ironic adoration for these glimpses into their pre-CBD-oil-and-hair-vitamin-endorsement-deal lives.
Related: The Best Memes from The Bachelor’s Champagne Gate
Peter shares a moment of genuine chemistry and romance with Madison, the bachelorette who went on last week’s one-on-one date. He gives her a thoughtful memento of their time together, and it becomes clear–he really likes her. When they kiss, we can physically see Peter–and the dozens of candles blowing smoke all over the set much longer than their contract stated—melting at a rapid pace.
AND NOW–WE INTRODUCE THE FIRST ACTION-ADVENTURE SERIES OF SEASON 24 OF THE BACHELOR, “THE BACHELORETTE WARS EPISODE I: THE CHAMPAGNE STRIKES BACK”.
The entire house is shaken when Hannah Ann, the possible villain of the season, steals Peter from one of the girls and proceeds to pop the bottle of champagne that Kelsey had saved from her birthday specifically to share with Peter. We go through several exciting twists and turns: Did Hannah Ann know that it was Kelsey’s bottle of champagne? Will Kelsey be able to gain her composure post-emotional breakdown? Who will get to share their side of the story with Peter first? And, most importantly, was the champagne sweet or dry? It’s a classic case of she-said/she-said/producer-staged.
Last week, there was a quick-change-within-an-obstacle-course challenge that merely flirted with a debatable similarity to America’s Next Top Model. But THIS week, the ANTM resemblance is so striking and so thrilling that you almost forget that you’re watching The Bachelor. I’m not kidding–Janice Dickinson herself literally comes onto the show as a guest judge in a runway modeling competition, and I’m pretty sure the script for her quippy remarks was taken directly from a file deep within The CW’s archives titled, “in remembrance of legitimate content.” As someone who spent the majority of her wisdom tooth removal recovery popping Vicodin and bingeing America’s Next Top Model, this is an absolute dream come true.
One of my favorite moments of the episode is when guest judge Carson Kressley proclaims, “Boyfriends are temporary, but cashmere is forever.” I’m sorry, did you say cashmere or cash-merch?
If you’re craving moments of dramatic intensity and could use some lessons on how-to-not-open-a-bottle-of-champagne, look no further–The Bachelor has got you covered.
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Chris Harrison Leaving ‘The Bachelor’ Franchise After 19 Years

After hosting The Bachelor for nearly 20 years, Chris Harrison is leaving the show.
His exit follows the February controversy in which he defended Season 25 contestant Rachel Kirkconnell after photos of her at an Antebellum party in 2018 surfaced. At the time, he defended Kirkconnell’s actions stating that they only looked bad through a 2021 lens.
He since apologized publicly on Twitter stating he promised to do better and took a hiatus from hosting in which he became “educated on a more profound and productive level than ever before.”
However, Variety reports that despite Harrison’s desire to stay on the show, the incident’s escalation pushed Harrison’s lawyers to devise an exit strategy. A settlement was reached with Warner Horizon along the lines of eight figures.
With the hiatus becoming permanent, Warner Horizon and ABC issued a joint statement: “We are thankful for his many contributions over the past 20 years and wish him all the best on his new journey.”
While there has been no permanent replacement for the host of the franchise, the current Season 17 of The Bachelorette is being hosted by previous contestants Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe. And this summer’s Bachelor in Paradise will be hosted by David Spade, among a rotation of other celebrities.
Harrison took to Instagram to express his gratitude and confirm his exit: “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.”
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Who Won Matt James’ Heart on the Season Finale of ‘The Bachelor’?

For a franchise that loves to hype up each season as the “most dramatic yet,” Matt James’ season of The Bachelor really outdid itself with real-world drama surrounding Rachael Kirkconnell’s racial controversy, Chris Harrison’s downfall, and the bullying between the women in the house.
In the season finale, Matt James expressed some doubts about his final two women: Rachael and Michelle Young.
Best Tweets from Tonight’s ‘The Bachelor’ Finale and ‘After the Rose’
After Michelle gave him a jersey with his name on it (and a matching one for herself that read “Mrs. James), Matt decided it was the perfect time to break her heart. He explained that he didn’t feel the same way about her as she did for him.
“I just want clarity,” Michelle said about his feelings, to which he responded: “I don’t think I could get there with you.”
And thus… that left us with one woman standing: Rachael.
But does she get the final rose?
Matt still had doubts because he took what his mother said about love not being enough to sustain a relationship. He took that into consideration and questioned whether or not he was “there.” He realized he wasn’t sure that was ready to make a big decision or commitment like marriage regardless of the woman.
“What do I tell Rachael,” he questioned, adding, “Rushing into something I’m not ready for is… I’m not willing to make the same mistake my dad did.”
Harrison then informed Rachael that there wouldn’t be a date that evening because Matt was confused and needed some time. Naturally, she took it personally and broke down crying.
After some time to think it over, Matt revealed that he’s never felt this way before and that he knew he loved Rachael.
During their last meeting, Rachael poured her heart out and said she’d choose him everyday from here on out, through the good and bad.
Matt said that he saw what rushing a marriage did to his mom and his family and explained it’s not something he wants for them. “That’s why I can’t propose to you today,” he said, adding, “but that doesn’t mean I want to lose you.”
He explained that he wants to live his life with Rachael and wants to commit to her and build on what they started during their Bachelor journey.
“I’m in love you, and I see you as my wife and the mother of my kids,” he said.
So, while there’s no proposal, there is a future for Rachael and Matt… that is until those photos from the antebellum photos surfaced. All of that will be addressed during the “After the Rose” ceremony hosted by Emmanuel Acho.
During the “After the Rose” post-show, Matt revealed that his relationship with Rachael did not overcome the controversy.
“I’m really sorry that I hurt you,” Rachael told him in their first post-breakup meeting. Despite her apologies, Matt said he couldn’t get back together as she still had a lot to do. And though it was painful, the duo went their separate ways.
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Best Tweets from Tonight’s ‘The Bachelor’ Finale and ‘After the Rose’

Tonight is the night.
Does Matt James make the right choice between Rachael Kirkconnell and Michelle Young on the season finale of The Bachelor Season 25?
And what did Twitter have to say? Find out who won Matt James’ season now.
Here are the best tweets:
Emmanuel: you ready to see Matt?
Rachael: no I’m not
Emmanuel: ok Matt come on out!#TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale
— Lauren (@lperkowski3) March 16, 2021
“I HOPE YOU MOVE ON WITH KISSING WITH YOUR EYES CLOSED” #ATFR #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/uvSPCBNXHy
— nic ミ☆ (@dwtsbach) March 16, 2021
Watching Rachel in the hot seat like….. #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/Pb0x2TCOUg
— Nadja (@itsnadjanicole) March 16, 2021
“You can love someone and still want them to do better.”
Well said. #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale #ATFR pic.twitter.com/6q5EvR7jGT
— Geena Arevalo (@GeenaA_WAVY) March 16, 2021
https://twitter.com/ShamsaSherif/status/1371652341267640323?s=20
All of Michelle’s students watching her interview right now #Bachelor #bachelorabc #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/GHAchJTrZR
— Chloe Crozier (@ChloeCrozier) March 16, 2021
#TheBachelorFinale All of us when he let Michelle go: pic.twitter.com/PBflXEFpHb
— Rachel Tal (@rachelmtal) March 16, 2021
#TheBachelorFinale #TheBachelor
Bachelor Nation:
Matt James 20 times an episode: pic.twitter.com/Zr2I3O5b8J
— Bob Lunch (@miladyramos_) March 16, 2021
https://twitter.com/_AttorneyAtPaw/status/1371642913738870785?s=20
Producers: Now have him get a ring and do nothing with it#TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/oXebfMYjM7
— Natalie Caballero (@NatCaballero5) March 16, 2021
Can we all agree that this episode could’ve been a text? #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale
— erin carley (@erincarleyxo) March 16, 2021
https://twitter.com/ShamsaSherif/status/1371637082238689284?s=20
WE WASTED 12 WEEKS FOR HER TO JUST GET A BF?????? #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/OdlZzraNGf
— J (@juliesgotjuice) March 16, 2021
tell us you’re single without telling us you’re single cc @TheRealKFod #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale #thebachelor pic.twitter.com/9mRimNazu6
— FIRE HOWIE ROSEMAN ✨ (@meerkatttttt) March 16, 2021
Can’t unsee it. #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/iVfUMtT4v2
— Rachel Ferry Thoms (@ChachyFerry) March 16, 2021
Rachael is so excited to see Matt and then he cancels the date. #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale #thebachelorabc pic.twitter.com/Pjfc82X3c2
— K & S (@90day_bachelor) March 16, 2021
Matt can keep the damn tears. He wasted ALL of Michelle’s time. #bachelor #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/1jvwDcUvWy
— SB (@MonieeLovee_) March 16, 2021
This is the Chris Harrison “I’m not mad, just disappointed” face #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/jDNNnff1m3
— Kara (@kdeyerme) March 16, 2021
Listen, I want Matt to make the best decision for himself. I also get TV is smoke and mirrors. However, Matt and Michelle seem so much more connected than he and Rachel. #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale #Bach
— BlakeClifton (@BlakeCNorman) March 16, 2021
matt leaving the house after breaking up with michelle #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/yLJLS6lorV
— yams (@aquariusneptune) March 16, 2021
Here fixed it #TheBachelor #bachelorabc #thebachelorfinale pic.twitter.com/zQeTb4CJz2
— Served Hot N Ready (@cancel_2020) March 16, 2021
https://twitter.com/Niki_London/status/1371630382211272710?s=20
How could he do this to this beautiful girl, HOW?! #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/iASjwZqa9j
— Lex (@alexis_menard) March 16, 2021
I know Rachel's date better NOT be better than Michelle's date #TheBachelorabc #TheBachelor #BachelorNation #TheBachelorFinale #TheBachelorABC pic.twitter.com/aJ2kMCbD3m
— L (@LMo_Rouge) March 16, 2021
Matt showing up at Chris Harrison’s door to tell him that his mom said no about him getting engaged #TheBachelor #TheBachelorABC #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/umVRPTCUGM
— Alyssa Schifano (@alyssaschifano) March 16, 2021
https://twitter.com/acceptedrose/status/1371613322810957824?s=20
Me reminding myself to not get my hopes up for Michelle tonight #TheBachelor #Bachelor #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/tql6roqcPX
— Joy ⭐️ (@joydanielleeee) March 16, 2021
This convo between Michelle and Matts mom #TheBachelorFinale #TheBachelor pic.twitter.com/AKyg986dOX
— wotv4women (@WOTV4Women) March 16, 2021
Me watching Racheal meet Matt’s family #TheBachelor #TheBachelorFinale #bachelorabc pic.twitter.com/xbZoymmdVe
— Bachelor(ette) Highlights (@bachspilltea) March 16, 2021
Awwww Matt’s mom is making me cry #TheBachelorFinale pic.twitter.com/T6v6Yz43G5
— Tundun (@Tundun7611) March 16, 2021
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