“I had my own concerns,” Katie toldThe Hollywood Reporterof Harrison’s scandal.

And I think that was really taken into consideration and worked out.

I expressed what I wanted with my journey, and I think I was listened to."

Katie Thurston

She added: “As [viewers will see] with the first episode, it feels different.

“Look, I’m just like your basic f***ing girl who somehow became aBachelorette.

And that’s what I am, a f***ing gift.

Katie Thurston