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BACHELORETTE’S Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe were branded the “best hosts ever” while fans hope Chris Harrison “never returns.”

On tonight’s , Nation was introduced to the former leads stepping in to take ’ spot after he “stepped away” due to his racism scandal. 

Read our below for the very latest news and updates...

Bachelorette's Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe were branded the 'best hosts ever'
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Bachelorette's Tayshia Adams and Kaitlyn Bristowe were branded the 'best hosts ever'Credit: Getty Images - Getty
The lead-turn-hosts are helping Katie Thurston find love on this season of The Bachelorette
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The lead-turn-hosts are helping Katie Thurston find love on this season of The BacheloretteCredit: Getty Images - Getty
Chris Harrison was forced to step away following the show's racism scandal earlier this year
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Chris Harrison was forced to step away following the show's racism scandal earlier this yearCredit: Getty

As , 30, is standing outside the here season filmed at, she thought she would be handling everything solo.

However, her excited co-hosts snuck up behind her and the trio immediately embraced.

“Oh my god, AHH,” exclaimed, before adding: “Wow you guys are going to make me cry. I’m so happy you guys are here!"

The gal pals then gushed that the brunette beauty “looked stunning” in her red sequin floor-length gown and called her a “desert rose.”

“We’re here to help you, we’re here for you. You do not have to do this by yourself,” the girls told Katie. 

Kaitlyn Bristowe was previously a Bachelorette on season 19 in 2018
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Kaitlyn Bristowe was previously a Bachelorette on season 19 in 2018Credit: ABC
Tayshia Adams stepped in last year after Clare Crawley left the show mid-season
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Tayshia Adams stepped in last year after Clare Crawley left the show mid-seasonCredit: ABC
Fans gushed the dynamic between Tayshia, Kaitlyn and Katie was 'refreshing'
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Fans gushed the dynamic between Tayshia, Kaitlyn and Katie was 'refreshing'Credit: ABC

She responded that she “really thought she’d have to do this season” by herself. 

“I couldn’t have asked for anything more perfect. I mean Kaitlyn and Tayshia? The dream team is here,” the Bachelorette said with a huge smile. 

The Washington then asked if the group could go inside as she had “so many questions” to ask the experienced former leads. 

“What are the top two things you wish you knew before your season?” Katie asked. 

“I know one. Don’t rule any of them out,” Kaitlyn instructed Katie. 

Tayshia and Kaitlyn were announced as co-hosts earlier this year, replacing Chris Harrison
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Tayshia and Kaitlyn were announced as co-hosts earlier this year, replacing Chris HarrisonCredit: Getty Images - Getty
The experienced leads told Katie to 'ask them anything' during a pre-limo girls chat
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The experienced leads told Katie to 'ask them anything' during a pre-limo girls chatCredit: Getty Images - Getty

Tayshia agreed, adding: “Absolutely not. I ended up with Zac [Clark] and he was not my top pick at all in the beginning. And now he’s my fiance!”

When she was asked if she has a type, Katie explained that she “doesn’t” but wants a guy who can “embrace her silly side but recognize she has a serious side.”

The dynamic between Tayshia and Kaitlyn - as well as their bond with Katie - was described as “fun and refreshing” by many viewers.

“The kaitlyn tayshia and katie dynamic is going to be soooo much better than chris harrison or any other guy,” one fan said.

Another begged the question: “Can we keep Tayshia and Kaitlyn as co-hosts? Sorry Chris Harrison.”

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“I LOVE Tayshia and Kaitlyn pls never bring Chris Harrison back,” someone insisted. 

A watcher tweeted: “Kaitlyn and Tayshia are so good at this I don’t even remember Chris tbh.”

“Kaitlyn and Tayshia have been better hosts in this episode than Chris Harrison was in his entire career,” a Twitter user praised the women. 

Earlier this year,  fans were shocked last week as it was announced , 49, will be replaced by former leads , 30, and , 35, for the on-camera role following backlash for his "racist" comments.

A series inside revealed to The Sun today that, “this season is the cheapest it's ever cost to produce a season for the franchise.” 

Chris Harrison is not hosting The Bachelorette for the first time in the show's history
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Chris Harrison is not hosting The Bachelorette for the first time in the show's historyCredit: Getty
The longtime host of the franchise stepped away earlier this year following his racism scandal
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The longtime host of the franchise stepped away earlier this year following his racism scandalCredit: Getty

The source explained that with the “entire season being filmed in one place” along with “Chris Harrison’s salary out of the picture,” it cost “far less” to produce this season than any others previously. 

“If it does the expected numbers in the ratings, it should be one of the most profitable seasons,” the informant revealed. 

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Chris’ salary has never been officially confirmed, but it’s been reported he earned around $8 MILLION per season of the . 

However, the insider noted both Kaitlyn and Tayshia's salaries "combined are still a fraction of what Chris made."

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