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Matt James Spills The Tea On Rachael Kirkconnell Romance & Life After 'The Bachelor'
The reality star couple first met on Season 25 of 'The Bachelor.'

90's Nostalgia! Matt James Leaves 'Dancing With The Stars' Practice In L.A. Sporting A Britney Spears Graphic Tee — Get The Look For Under $35
Matt James smiled big leaving the studio as he showed off his 90's-style Britney Spears tee to the paparazzi. OK! helps you get his same shirt, plus more!

'The Bachelor' Star Matt James' Girlfriend Rachael Kirkconnell Wears Sexy Black Sheer Gown On The Red Carpet At 2021 ESPYs — Get The Look
'The Bachelor' star Rachael Kirkconnell hit the red carpet at the 2021 ESPYs in a sexy black sheer dress. OK! shows you how to get the look.

'He'll Be Back On Another Channel': Ex 'Bachelor' Host Chris Harrison Plotting Reality TV Return, Dishes Source
Booted 'Bachelor' host Chris Harrison is plotting a return to reality TV as the face of a new dating show that will give his old one a run for the money, spills an OK! insider.

Matt James, Rachael Kirkconnell Spend Memorial Day In The Hamptons With Tyler Cameron, Camila Kendra
After rekindling their romance, Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell spent their Memorial Day in the Hamptons with pals Tyler Cameron and Camila Kendra.

Matt James Posts First Photo With Rachael Kirkconnell Since Getting Back Together
Matt James has posted his first photo with Rachael Kirkconnell on Instagram since the pair got back together after the racism allegations made against 'The Bachelor' contestant.

Matt James Reveals Rachael Kirkconnell Gave Him An 'Ultimatum' Before Controversial 'Bachelor' Couple Tried For Round Two — Watch
Matt James gushed over girlfriend Rachael Kirkconnell after revealing she gave him an 'ultimatum' before they began dating again.

Bachelor Nation's Matt James & Rachael Kirkconnell Pack On The PDA In Miami Following Whirlwind Romance Reconciliation — Photos
Controversial couple Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell are going strong as the duo pack on the PDA in Miami. See photos, here!

Meet The Men Vying For A Rose From 'Bachelorette' Katie Thurston: Lineup Includes Ex-Athletes, Single Dads, A ‘Mystery Man,’ More
The Bachelorette’s Katie Thurston is ready to find true love. Check out all 29 of her possible soulmates — and one that is still a mystery!

Back On... Again! Matt James Spotted With Girlfriend Rachael Kirkconnell After Bachelor Left Her 'Heartbroken' Multiple Times
Here we go again! Former Bachelor Matt James and his winning contestant, Rachael Kirkconnell, are back together following a tumultuous past few months.

Matt James Reveals 'He Had To Get Out And Run' While Quarantining With Pals Tyler Cameron, Hannah Brown In Florida
Matt James tells OK! 'he had to get out and run' while quarantining with pals Tyler Cameron and Hannah Brown in Florida. Get details.

Is 'Bachelor' Star Matt James Willing To Date Again After Rachael Kirkconnell Drama Turned His Life Upside Down? OK! Has The Answer
Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell's relationship didn't last after 'The Bachelor.' So, is the TV personality ready to find love again? He talks to OK! about how he is feeling post-show life.

Matt James & Rachael Kirkconnell On 'Non-Speaking Terms' After Learning Bachelor Was Speaking To Another Girl
It's over (once again) between Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell after the controversial contestant found out her ex was speaking to another girl days before their NYC meet-up.

Rachael Kirkconnell Is 'Devastated' And 'Feels Totally Played' By Matt James After Reunion
Rachael Kirkconnell is said to be 'devastated' and 'feels totally played' by Matt James after they did not get back together following their recent reunion.

Shade Alert! Clare Crawley Posts Icy Retweet Aimed At Matt James After Rachael Kirkconnell Reunion Drama
Clare Crawley shaded Matt James after he reunited with his ex, ‘Bachelor’ contestant Rachael Kirkconnell, but was allegedly speaking to another woman beforehand.

Are Matt James & Rachael Kirkconnell Back Together? Bachelor Seen With Controversial Contestant In NYC Following Public Breakup
It looks like Matt James may have one more rose to spare for controversial contestant Rachael Kirkconnell, whom he was seen out in NYC with following their public breakup.

Could Matt James Reconcile With Rachael Kirkconnell? 'The Bachelor' Star Doesn't 'Think That Anyone's Irredeemable'
'The Bachelor’ star Matt James said he doesn't think 'anyone's irredeemable' following his split from Rachael Kirkconnell amid racism allegations.

Bachelor Matt James 'Wants His Regular Life Back,' Feels 'Toxic' Experience 'Has Been A Huge Mistake': Source
The first ever Black Bachelor, Matt James, has walked away from the franchise, wanting nothing to do with the show anymore, OK! has learned.

Bothered Bachelor! Matt James Admits He's Seeking Therapist After Reality Show Spirals Into Messy Rachael Kirkconnell Breakup
After a turbulent season on 'The Bachelor,' Matt James shared on Twitter that he was looking for a therapist after the 'After The Final Rose' special.

Tainted Love! Inside Matt James & Rachael Kirkconnell's Complicated Relationship That Shook Bachelor Nation To Its Core
Moments after Bachelor Matt James offered contestant Rachael Kirkconnell the final rose on the season 25 finale, he revealed they are no longer together following the racial scandal.

Spoiler: Two Bachelorettes? Find Out What 'The Bachelor' Franchise Has In Store Following Racism Controversy
Find out what the Bachelor Franchise has in store for the next two seasons of 'The Bachelorette' following the recent racism scandal.

Emmanuel Acho Reveals His 'Very Simple' Plan As Host Of Highly Anticipated 'After The Final Rose' Following 'Bachelor' Racism Scandal
As Bachelor Nation gears up for the highly anticipated 'The Bachelor: After the Final Rose' special, Emmanuel Acho hinted at what viewers can expect from him as host of the upcoming episode.

Chris Harrison 'Is Hurt And Angry' — 'Bachelor' Host Felt 'Ambushed' By Michael Strahan's 'GMA' Interview, Source Reveals
Chris Harrison felt 'ambushed,' a source tells OK!, during his interview with Michael Strahan on 'Good Morning America.'

Chris Harrison Ready To Talk About 'Bachelor' Controversy, Hopes To 'Redeem Himself' During 'Good Morning America' Interview
Chris Harrison is finally ready to put himself in the hot seat following the ongoing racist scandal, in which he asked for 'grace' for controversial Matt James' contestant Rachael Kirkconnell.

Will Chris Harrison Make An Appearance On 'After The Final Rose' Special? Shamed Host Knows He Needs To Do 'Something Big': Source
A source exclusively tells OK! that there is behind-the-scenes talk of having Emmanuel Acho interview Chris Harrison on 'The Bachelor: After The Final Rose' special.

Rachael Kirkconnell's Mother Weighs In On Controversial 'Bachelor' Contestant's Chances With Matt James, Ongoing Scandal
Rachael Kirkconnell, a 'Bachelor' contestant, saw her mother speak out about her relationship with Matt James amidst ongoing racial controversy.

Emmanuel Acho To Host 'The Bachelor: After The Final Rose' Special After Chris Harrison Temporarily Steps Down
Emmanuel Acho has been slated to host ‘The Bachelor: After the Final Rose’ special after Chris Harrison stepped down 'for speaking in a manner that perpetuates racism.'

Will Michael Strahan Replace Chris Harrison As 'Bachelor' Host? ABC 'Wants' Former NFL Star For 'Cash Cow' Franchise, Spills Source
A source tells OK! that ABC has their eyes on Michael Strahan in hopes that he would replace 'The Bachelor' host Chris Harrison after Rachel Lindsay declined.

'Bachelor' Producers Getting 'Clobbered With Calls' For Chris Harrison's 'Removal As Host' Amid Racial Controversy, Spills Source
'The Bachelor' fans and former contestants are putting pressure on the franchise to remove controversial host Chris Harrison for good as racial controversy continues, a source tells OK!.

In Shambles! Bachelor Nation Rallies Behind Matt James As Producers Scramble To Find 'New Bachelorette' Amid Racial Controversy
Bachelor Nation has come together to support Matt James, as the 'Bachelor' franchise falls apart behind the scenes.

Rachael Kirkconnell Back In Hot Water! Rachel Lindsay Calls Her Instagram Post With 'Uncomfortable Conversations With a Black Man' Book 'Vapid'
Rachel Lindsay called out Rachael Kirkconnell for a 'vapid' Instagram Story with the book 'Uncomfortable Conversations With a Black Man' amid Bachelor Nation's latest scandal.

Bachelor Matt James 'Regrets Ever Doing The Show,' Is 'Disgusted' With Racist Drama Surrounding The Problematic Franchise: Source
'The Bachelor' is in crisis mode, with executives behind the scenes trying to work out how to save the troubled franchise, says an OK! source, adding Matt James has had enough.

'Devastating & Heartbreaking': Matt James Responds To 'The Bachelor's' Racial Controversies Involving Rachael Kirkconnell, Rachel Lindsay & Chris Harrison
Matt James has finally broke his silence on the racial controversies plaguing his season of The Bachelor.

'Actions Speak Louder Than Words': Rachel Lindsay Slams Hannah Brown For Removing Problematic Southern Belle Photo
Rachel Lindsay slammed Hannah Brown for deleting a controversial Tuscaloosa Belles photo amid a 'Bachelor' racism scandal as 'we do not learn and grow from that.'

'He Needs To Take Time To Get Educated': Rachel Lindsay Speaks Out After Chris Harrison Steps Back From 'The Bachelor'
Rachel Lindsay has responded to host Chris Harrison's announcement that he would be 'stepping aside for a period of time' from the Bachelor franchise.

Inside Chris Harrison's 'Bachelor' Exit: Who Is Standing By His Side And Who Is Outraged
Bachelor Nation alums to speak up after Chris Harrison stepped aside from the show after he was criticized for asking for 'grace' for Rachael Kirkconnell amid racism rumors..

'Bachelor' Contestant Katie Thurston Slams Rachael Kirkconnell's 'Racist' Actions As 'Unacceptable'
Former 'Bachelor' contestant Katie Thurston didn't hold back when it came to Rachel Kirkconnell, who recently apologized for 'offensive' and 'racist' actions from her college days.

'Bachelor' Frontrunner Under Fire! Rachael Kirkconnell Apologizes For 'Offensive And Racist' Actions
'Bachelor' contestant Rachael Kirkconnell has issued an apology for her 'offensive and racist' actions in the past after old photos surfaced on social media.

'I Will Always Own A Mistake': 'Bachelor' Chris Harrison Apologizes For 'Perpetuating Racism' After Defending Contestant Rachael Kirkconnell
Chris Harrison apologized for how he conducted himself during a recent interview with former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay about controversial Bachelor contestant Rachael Kirkconnell.

Will Katie Thurston Be The Next 'Bachelorette' Leading Lady? Chris Harrison Weighs In
'The Bachelor' host Chris Harrison addressed speculation that 'Bachelor' contestant Katie Thurston will be the next leading lady on 'The Bachelorette.'

Rachael Kirkconnell Has Caught Matt James' Eye On 'The Bachelor' — Learn 5 Facts About The Frontrunner
Rachael Kirkconnell recently made headlines for being a frontrunner on Matt James' season of 'The Bachelor' but also for her alleged bullying behavior. Get details.

Heather Martin Crashes Matt James' Season Of 'The Bachelor' — Get To Know The Bachelor Nation Star Who Is Making Waves
Heather Martin crashes Matt James' season of 'The Bachelor' during the Monday, February 8, episode of 'The Bachelor.' Learn more about the contestant, here.

Tyler Cameron Makes A Guest Appearance On Matt James' Season Of 'The Bachelor' — Find Out How The Hunks Know Each Other
Tyler Cameron makes an appearance on the February 8 episode of 'The Bachelor,' alongside his pal Matt James. How do the two know each other? Get details on their friendship.

'Queen' Victoria Finally Exits 'The Bachelor' & Twitter Blows Up — See Bachelor Nation's Best Reactions
Bachelor Matt James sent Victoria Larson packing after he confronted her about bullying claims. See the best reactions to her departure, here.

More Drama? Bachelor Nation Deems MJ Snyder As New Villain Monarch After 'Queen' Victoria's Explosive Exit
After 'Queen' Victoria Larson got the boot from 'The Bachelor,' Bachelor Nation deemed MJ Snyder as the new villain monarch.

Bachelor Matt James Condemns Pal For Body-Shaming Contestant Victoria Larson, Calls It A 'Low Blow'
Current Bachelor Matt James defended contestant Victoria Larson after one of his friends was caught making fun of her figure on video.

'He Just Seems So Happy': Ben Higgins Is Convinced Matt James Is Engaged As His Dramatic Season Of 'The Bachelor' Turns Heads
'Bachelor' star Ben Higgins is convinced that Matt James is engaged, he exclusively tells OK!. Find out why, here.

'We've Never Seen Someone So Polarizing': Ben Higgins Believes 'There's Something Off' About Victoria Larson's Villain Persona
Ben Higgins believes 'there's something off' about villain Victoria Larson on this season of 'The Bachelor,' he exclusively tells OK!. Get details.

Handsome Hunks! Bachelor Nation BFFs Matt James & Tyler Cameron Sport Ripped Bods While Working Out — See Photos
Besties Matt James and Tyler Cameron flaunt their incredibly ripped bodies during a group fitness session. Check out the must-see pictures here.

5 New Ladies Join 'The Bachelor' & Compete For Matt James' Heart — Meet The Newcomers Who Will Stir Up Some Drama
Five new ladies are joining Matt James' season of 'The Bachelor' on the Monday, January 25, episode. Find out about the new contestants!

'Bachelor' Star Matt James Reveals He's 'Dated Across The Board' — And Confesses What Qualities His Wife Must Possess
'Bachelor' star Matt James revealed he has 'dated across the board' and admitted the qualities he wants in a wife. Get details.

Ouch! 'Bachelor' Star Matt James & BFF Tyler Cameron Get A Brazilian Wax In Hilarious Video — Watch
The video is sure to crack up Bachelor fans!

Hunky 'Bachelor' Star Matt James Is Catching Everyone's Attention — See 5 Of His Hottest Photos
'Bachelor' star Matt James is easy on the eyes. Bachelor Nation first met the reality star during the January 4 episode of the reality series. See photos of him, here!

Sex, Condoms & Cat Fights! Behind-The-Scenes 'Bachelor' Bombshells From Matt James' Season 25
The resort owner of where Matt James' season 25 of 'The Bachelor' was filmed opened up about what it was really like behind-the-scenes of the reality show.

'Bachelor' Producers 'Are Livid' — Matt James' Season Winner Has Been Leaked, Says Source
A source exclusively told OK! that the 'Bachelor' producers are 'so angry' that the contestant winner on Matt James' season has already been leaked. Get details, here.

Is Victoria Larson The Villain On Matt James' Season Of 'The Bachelor'? Bachelor Nation Erupts
Victoria Larson ruffled some feathers while making her grand entrance on Matt James' season of 'The Bachelor.' Get details on the new villain here.

'Bachelor' Star Matt James Has Arrived! Watch The First Sneak Peek Trailer
As one of his contestants kindly put it ... Matt is a 'delicious man.'

Tyler Cameron Is 'Very Happy' Pal Matt James Isn't On Clare Crawley's Season
James was supposed to compete for Crawley's heart but instead became the Bachelor.

Clare Crawly Fell In Love With Contestant Dale Moss Before Filming Began And Now Engaged
Clare Crawley and Dale Moss’s secret love affair before filming.