Summary
WithThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1 premiere on the horizon, it’s time to meet the 24 eligible bachelors vying for Joan Vassos' heart. Joan, a 61-year-old private school administrator from Rockland, Maryland, made her television debut when she appeared onThe Golden Bachelorseason 1. Though Joan hit it off with 72-year-old Gerry Turner right away, the relationship would never have a chance because Joan left the show early to deal with a family emergency.
Gerry gave his final rose to 70-year-old Theresa Nist instead and the two were married at a wedding that Joan herself attended.
Though fans were rooting for Gerry and Theresa, they were divorced just three months later. However, thefailed marriage didn’t change the fact that the show was a huge hitfor ABC. It wasn’t long before they had announced that there would be a female-led version of theBachelorspin-off, and that Joan would be cast as the first lead. According toEntertainment Weekly, here’s everything to know about the 24 suitors. They range in age from 57 to 69, and all will try to win Joan’s love duringThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1premiere and beyond.
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Bill
68 Years Old
68-year-old Bill is a retired videographer from Portland, Oregon. His dream is to someday own a coffee shop and name it “Billy’s Beans.” It’s unclear how Joan fits into Bill’s life-long dream. However, audiences are sure to find out duringThe Golden Bachelorette,where Joan may play the villain.
Bob
66 Years OId
Bob is a66-year-old chiropractor from Marina del Rey, California. When he isn’t busy realigning his patients' spines, Bob loves surfing and soaking up the southern California sun. He looks forward to finding out if he and Joan have chemistry as part of thecontroversialThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1 cast.
Love is always a gamble. That’s why people take risks when they appear on these shows. However, rising to fame on a dating show can lead to career opportunities. Nonetheless, people should weigh the pros and cons before signing on as cast members. Negative publicity often comes with the territory - that kind of shade can hurt.
Charles K.
62 Years Old
Also hailing from California is 62-year-old Charles K. Theportfolio manager lives in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Charles K. has a philanthropist’s spirit and is very proud of building homes in rural Nicaragua. He looks forward to getting to know Joan duringTheGolden Bachelorette, which has a secret filming location.
Charles L.
66 Years Old
66-year-old Charles L. lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The retired financial analyst is a Britney Spears fan who wishes he could see her perform one day. It’s unclear whether Joan enjoys the work of the pop star, but perhaps she’ll clarify her feelings during the inaugural season.On a darker note,The Golden Bachelorettemay not care about leads. Hopefully, Joan was treated well during her stint on the series.
Chock
60 Years Old
The uniquely namedChock is a 60-year-old insurance executive from Wichita, Kansas. The man loves to shop, and he enjoys a good sale. If Joan chooses him,The Golden Bachelorettecan always count on Chock to find the very best deals.
Christopher
64 Years Old
64-year-old Christopher is a contractor from West Babylon, N.Y. One of the things Christopher loves about himself is the fact that his birthday is on Christmas Eve. This means Christopher is a Capricorn, as isThe Golden Bachelorette’sJoan. It remains to be seen how compatible the two will be.
Dan
Dan is a 64-yearold private investor from Naples, Florida. Though Dan loves to sing, he doesn’t like doing so in public. This can only mean that he will be forced to sing in public during a date duringThe Golden Bachelorette, perhaps during a hometown date.
David
David is a 68-year-old rancher from Austin, Texas. One of the best things about David is that he lovingly cares for his 91-year-old mother. He’s excited about joining the cast ofThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1, and looks forward to getting to know Joan.
Gary
65 Years Old
65-year-old Gary is a retired finance executive who hails from Palm Desert, California. Gary is the godson of legendary musician Tina Turner, and shares his godmother’s love of music. Not only does Gary have a beautiful singing voice, but he can dance too. Hopefully, he’ll get a chance to show off his moves duringThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1.
Gil
Gil,a 60-year-old educator, lives in Mission Viejo, California. Gil is a romantic and lists his favorite book asThe Bridges of Madison County. If Gil wins Joan’s heart,The Golden Bachelorettewill get to watch all the romantic movies that she wants.
