The Bachelor Ben Higgins responds to "hateful words" regarding Lauren Bushnell split: I'm not perfect 05/31/2017 Ben Higgins has penned a lengthy message to both his critics and fans following his highly-publicized and scrutinized split from Lauren Bushnell. Read More RELATED NEWS 'The Bachelor' alum Emily Ferguson welcomes second child with husband William Karlsson'The Bachelor' alum Caila Quinn welcomes second child with husband Nick Burrello'The Bachelor' alum Ben Higgins and wife Jessica Clarke expecting first child TAGS: Bachelor in Paradise The Bachelor Lauren Bushnell Ben Higgins Ashley Iaconetti Chris Soules