Unfortunately, there have been several behind the scenes controversies regarding racism, not to mention some on-camera difficulties with representation, which have stopped many fans dead in their tracks, including host Chris Harrison having to step down after making some comments which angered many.
We still have questions as to whether or not Harrison will return, but some new details have emerged.
Season 25 of The Bachelor was supposed to be a new beginning for the franchise.
Fans have been clamoring for more diversity for several years on the flagship show, as well as The Bachelorette, and we were finally given both a black male lead in Matt James, and a season with the most BIPOC ever seen at once.