Fans of The Bachelor were hit with big news on the morning of June 12: Matt James will lead the show’s 25th season!
He is also set to make a name for himself as the first Black bachelor in the franchise’s history. The 28-year-old has proved popular among Bachelor Nation, off the back of his friendship with former contestant Tyler Cameron, however some fans are wondering why Mike Johnson, 31, wasn’t picked instead.
The nation fell in love with Mike when he competed for Hannah Brown‘s heart on her season of The Bachelorette, and was reportedly in talks to lead Season 24, which ultimately starred Peter Weber.
Now that ABC has cast a person of color, fans are questioning why the role wasn’t given to Mike. “I am GLAD they are expanding in their