Bachelor who is he going to pick

All the speculation is just in good fun! In a first for the franchise, James asked the contestants to join him in prayer. By Jessica Radloff. By Elizabeth Logan. We talked to 70 men at every age from 5 years old about the scariest moment in their life. Find out what scared these guys half-to-death. I set standards for myself and I have not met them. I feel that with every fiber of my being. Now, just as I taught my children to stand up, and to own their actions, I will do the same.

Matt has addressed Chris, Rachael and the franchise directly in his own statement. Matt opens up to Acho about facing pressure and extra scrutiny as the first Black Bachelor, especially during a time of increased attention to social justice and issues of diversity within the franchise. Following the end of taping, things were going well for Matt and Rachael. But after the controversy broke and Rachael apologized, the couple broke up.

Matt notes that he doesn't think "anybody is irredeemable," but there's a "lot of work" Rachael needs to do alone. And then when you find out they are it makes you question everything," Matt says. To critics who argue that her actions three years ago shouldn't reflect on who she is today, Matt urges those "who were so triggered to bring that energy to supporting folks of color who are asking for change.

Previously: 'Bachelor' frontrunner Rachael Kirkconnell apologizes for 'offensive and racist' actions. Acho shares the photo of Rachael at a Antebellum-themed party. Rachel, joining the host on stage, says she doesn't want to "victimize" herself and was living in ignorance at that time. She never stopped to consider what the party represented.

Acho notes history is meant to be remembered, not necessarily celebrated. When asked what specific actions she's taking to rectify the situation, Rachael doesn't get into specifics, but says her actions are worth more than promises to do better.

She says she still loves Matt and "always will" before Matt joins the discussion. Rachael reiterates her apology to him while holding back tears. Matt, who can't seem to look at Rachael, struggles to find words other than reiterating his disappointment in "having to explain to you why what I saw was problematic. I wish I knew. I really do. I was never given a reason, ever. I just know that they chose who they chose. I really do wish I knew more.

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