It was supposed to be the night she met the 32 singles vying for her love.
But unfortunately for the new Bachelorette, Clare Crawley, it was not supposed to be, the production of the show stopping in the middle of the coronavirus epidemic.
Host Chris Harrison went to his social media on Friday evening to share a three-minute IGTV video of the production’s decision to disconnect the popular reality show for at least two weeks.
“ Heavy Heart ”: Bachelorette host Chris Harrison visited social media on Friday to respond to the production’s decision to disconnect the popular reality show for at least two weeks
“Hello Bachelor Nation. It is with a heavy heart that I come to you this evening, because right now, at this very minute, I should be on a very wet alley with a very excited woman ready to change lives. ” It starts.
“But the reality is that lives have changed because I’m here to confirm, as you probably already know, that production of The Bachelorette has been postponed for at least two weeks. And in two weeks, we will reassess where we are in the world and determine what’s going on – and if we can move forward.
The longtime host then spoke about the severity of the CONVID-19 virus and how things are changing from hour to hour.
“I was consulted on this, but it was not only the right thing to do, it was the only thing to do,” said Chris, speaking of the number of jobs lost during the process.
“I was consulted on this, but it was not only the right thing to do, it was the only thing to do,” said Chris.
“It’s enormous. Jobs will be lost, pay checks will be lost and there is simply no way to avoid this. This does not avoid the fact that it was always the right thing to do and really the only thing to do.
“It will affect many people. The ripple effect of this is huge. First and foremost for my Bachelor family – the crew, and there are hundreds, hundreds of people. From audio to camera, producers, ADs, art department, hair, wardrobe, drivers, security, catering, you name it.
“It’s enormous. Jobs will be lost, pay checks will be lost and there is simply no way to avoid this. This does not avoid the fact that it was always the right thing to do and really the only thing to do.
Chris also paid tribute to the 32 contenders who were preparing to queue for beauty, as well as to Clare herself.
“For my friend Clare, you are still my Bachelorette and I hope we will always have the opportunity to help you find love and make it work.
He noted that they had spent time together Thursday evening and discussed their enthusiasm for the production.
Press break: the 38-year-old single also shared her disappointment on her Instagram page
The 38-year-old single also shared her pain on her Instagram page.
“Talk about the most dramatic season ever!” she started her job.
“ Seriously, everyone’s health is the most important priority right now, and as you may have heard, we are supporting the filming of The Bachelorette for now. We take it day after day and even hour by hour because it is so unpredictable.
She continued: ‘All I know for sure is that my heart is so full of all the love and support so far, and I am still so excited that my journey begins! I waited 38 years for these moments, what longer, no!
The decision comes after Warner Brothers released a statement on Friday announcing a delay in production for some of their 70+ series and pilots being filmed.
“I waited 38 years for these moments, which is a little longer, no! Said Clare
“ With the rapid development of events related to COVID-19 and out of caution, Warner Bros. Television Group stops production of some of our 70+ series and pilots currently filming or about to start, “ read their press release.
“There have been no confirmed cases of COVID-19 on any of our productions, but the health and safety of our employees, molds and teams remain our top priority. Meanwhile, we will continue to follow the guidelines of the Centers for DIsease Control as well as local officials and public health professionals in each city where our productions are based.
As of Saturday afternoon, there were nearly 2,500 cases of coronavirus in the United States and 55 deaths.
President Trump has been tested for the deadly virus.
