Chris Harrison, the former host of "The Bachelor," faced controversy and ultimately departed from the franchise after defending a contestants past racist behavior. This led to a significant backlash, with some accusing him of racism. Harrison expressed regret for his actions and the impact they had on his mental and physical health, stating that he was "heartbroken," "gutted," and "embarrassed". He also mentioned that he lost 20 pounds, didnt sleep, and didnt eat due to the fallout. Following his departure, he launched a new podcast, "The Most Dramatic Podcast Ever with Chris Harrison," where he addressed his exit from the franchise publicly for the first time. As of now, he has moved on to new opportunities in his career, including hosting his podcast.