Harrison started out in the sports world, attending Oklahoma City University on a soccer scholarship.

“My initial thought was, ‘This show is crazy.

Will I ever be able to show my face in church again?'”

Chris Harrison smiling

he toldThe Dallas Morning News.

Little did he know that his “Bachelor” days were just beginning.

In 2015, his suspense novel “The Perfect Letter” was published.

Chris Harrison at event

“And so I think I’m a better listener.

I think I’m a better dad.

I am much less of a black-and-white guy.”