The former Bachelorette star — the first and only Black lead since the franchise's 2002 debut — shared an emotional message promising to 'disassociate' herself from the show if action is not taken about the show's lack of diversity
Lindsay — the first and only Black lead on 'The Bachelor' franchise since its 2002 debut — shared an emotional blog post, promising to "disassociate" from the show if action is not taken to diversify its mostly white casting.The formerstar — the first and only Black lead since the franchise's 2002 debut — has spoken out about the show's lack of diversity in the past but is now promising to "disassociate" herself from the show if action is not taken.
"Yes, more diverse contestants do appear on the show now, but is the lead truly interested and open to dating outside of their race? I think that is evident by how far their 'journey' takes them during each season," wrote Lindsay, whose spouse is of Colombian descent. "It is a naive expectation to believe that leads will authentically start an interracial relationship for the first time on national television.
Lindsay then said that she would separate herself from the show if its diversity issue is not rectified. "This is the reason that I have come to the conclusion that if changes are not made on the inside and outside of the franchise, I will dissociate myself from it," she continued. "I am tired of asking for change and my requests have been ineffective. These changes have to extend beyond casting a lead of color. The whole franchise needs a diversity makeover.
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