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Chris Harrison Fights Back Against Warner Bros. Lawsuit
25 Oct
Summary
- Warner Bros. accused Harrison's new show of IP infringement.
- The studio cited use of rose petals and mansion imagery.
- Harrison claims the legal action is personally targeted.
Chris Harrison has publicly addressed a recent cease-and-desist letter issued by Warner Bros. regarding his new dating show, 'The Vow.' The studio accused the show of copyright and trademark infringement, specifically pointing to a teaser that featured imagery such as falling rose petals and a mansion reminiscent of 'The Bachelor' set.
In response, Harrison suggested the legal action felt personal, questioning the timing and selectivity of Warner Bros.' pursuit. He implied that it was suspicious that only his show was targeted among numerous similar dating programs. Warner Bros. attorneys asserted that the teaser attempted to improperly capitalize on the success of 'The Bachelor.'
Fox News Media's legal counsel countered Warner Bros.' claims, asserting the studio does not hold exclusive rights to common motifs like falling roses or the colloquial use of 'The Bachelor.' Harrison's new show is set to premiere on Fox Nation on November 11, following his departure from the 'Bachelor' franchise in June 2021.