‘The Bachelor’: Jesse Palmer Announced As Season 26 Host After Chris Harrison’s Exit

“The Bachelor” has a new host! Jesse Palmer, who was the show’s lead on its fifth season back in 2004, is set to be the host of Season 26 of the hit dating competition show, ABC announced on Tuesday. “For more than 20 years, ‘The Bachelor’ has brought the world dozens of unforgettable love stories, including at one time, my own. Falling in love is one of life’s greatest gifts, and I am humbled by the opportunity to return to the show as host this season to offer the newest Bachelor advice gained from firsthand experience and I am grateful to play a small part in his journey,” Palmer said in a statement.