ET’s Lauren Zima spoke with James in March just before filming started for ‘The Bachelorette.'
Matt James is 'The Bachelor's first black male lead in its 18-year history.
Lindsay called for the franchise to address its systemic racism on Monday.
James' historic casting was announced on Thursday.
Surprise -- Matt James is our new Bachelor!
The former 'Bachelorette' breaks down some fan favorites for the gig.
Lauren Zima exclusively spoke with the former bachelorette, who opens up about the lack of diversity in the franchise.
Former 'Bachelors' and 'Bachelorettes' are calling out the show for not casting a more diverse cast throughout the last 18 years.
The former Bachelorette also opened up to ET about attending protests with Abasolo for their 'future family.'
'They do all kinds of background checks and vet things out,' she tells ET.
Sean and Catherine Lowe talk to ET about the lack of diversity on ‘The Bachelor.’
The former 'Bachelorette' opens up about her suggestions for the 'Bachelor' franchise.
The couple opened up about their love on Monday’s season premiere of ‘The Bachelor: The Greatest Seasons Ever!’ on ABC.
'As a black man who was once a cast member on your show, I take offense to your silence as a franchise.'