Bachelor's Zach Shallcross, Kaity Biggar React to Taylor Frankie Paul's Bachelorette Cancellation

The couple discuss the recent news in an exclusive interview.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 6:05pm

Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar, stars of the recent season of 'The Bachelor', reacted to the news that Taylor Frankie Paul's upcoming season of 'The Bachelorette' has been canceled. The couple shared their thoughts on the situation in an exclusive interview with E! News at Clarins' Night of Extra event on March 21, 2026.

Why it matters

The cancellation of Taylor Frankie Paul's 'Bachelorette' season is a significant development in the popular reality TV franchise, raising questions about the show's future direction and the factors that led to this decision.

The details

In the interview, Zach Shallcross and Kaity Biggar expressed their surprise and disappointment at the news, but also acknowledged the challenges faced by the show's producers in navigating the current reality TV landscape. They discussed the potential impact on the franchise's fanbase and the broader implications for the industry.

  • The interview took place on March 21, 2026 at Clarins' Night of Extra event.

The players

Zach Shallcross

A former contestant on 'The Bachelor' who recently starred in the show's 27th season.

Kaity Biggar

Zach Shallcross' fiancée and fellow 'The Bachelor' contestant.

Taylor Frankie Paul

A former contestant on 'The Bachelor' who was set to star in the upcoming season of 'The Bachelorette', which has now been canceled.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

The takeaway

The cancellation of Taylor Frankie Paul's 'Bachelorette' season highlights the ongoing challenges and evolving landscape of the reality TV industry, as producers navigate shifting viewer preferences, public scrutiny, and the need to maintain the franchise's long-term viability.