Bachelor Scandals: From Domestic Violence to Host Shakeups

0:00It's March 20th, and here's what's happening across entertainment and pop culture. The Bachelor franchise has thrived since 2002, spinning off shows like The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise, all built on romance but, played by off-screen scandals. Earlier this year, TikTok star Taylor Frankie Paul was named the new Bachelorette for season 22, the first from another reality series, but police investigated domestic violence claims between her and ex Dakota Mortensen, backed by a resurface video, prompting ABC to cancel the season. Entirely, fans have long buzzed over moments like Juan Pablo Galveston, season 18, who picked Nikki Farrell but skipped a full proposal and those key, three words. Family interference hit hard too, as Peter Weber's mom publicly trashed runner-up Madison pre-wet during the season 24 finale, predicting, failure that soon came true. Meanwhile, longtime host Chris Harrison exited in 2021, after defending a contestant with

1:01a racist history, landing an 8-figure, deal to leave quietly. Jesse Palmer stepped in as the new host. Shake up seasons added fuel, like Claire Crawley quitting early in season 16 after falling for Dale Moss, handing the role to Tacia Adams, whose own engagement later ended. These twists keep Bachelor Nation hooked amid the chaos.