“I’ve ran from myself for a long time,” Underwood said.

“I’ve hated myself for a long time.

And I’m gay.

Colton Underwood smiling

And I came to terms with that earlier this year and have been processing it.

And the next step in all of this was sort of letting people know.”

“Chris and I stay in touch.

Chris Harrison smiling

Unfortunately, I don’t have really any relationships in the franchise anymore.”

Underwood also revealed that he doesn’t even watch any shows from the franchise anymore.

Harrison, the former host of Bachelor Nation shows, has had a similarly interesting year.

“Very proud of you today …

Despite this support, Underwood appears to have moved on from the franchise completely.