Photo:ABC/Brian Bowen Smith
ABC/Brian Bowen Smith
ABC is givingBachelor Nationa mature makeover with a brand-new series titledThe Golden Bachelor.
Described as a celebration of “the golden years,” the spinoff show gives “one hopeless romantic a second chance at love in the search for a partner with whom to share the sunset years of life," per a release from the network.
Now, fans are getting the first look at the22 women vying for Turner’s heart. Ranging from 60 to 75, the cast list includes women from all different backgrounds, includingthe mother of a formerBachelorstarand the ex-wife of a retired baseball player.
From the cast list to the release date, here’s everything to know about the new seriesThe Golden Bachelor.
Who is starring onThe Golden Bachelor?
The new series starsGerry Turner, a 72-year-old widower from Hudson, Indiana. According to the network, the father-of-two is a “hopeless romantic” looking for someone to “share the sunset years of life.“He also has two granddaughters: Charlee and Payton.
“It’s never too late to fall in love again,” Turner said at the time. “Don’t give up, there’s always possibilities.”
Before becoming the first Golden Bachelor, Turner was a restaurateur, though he is now retired. He also has a number of hobbies that he is excited to share with a loved one, according to the bio on the show’s site: “He’s often busy hosting barbecues, playing pickleball, cheering on his favorite Chicago sports teams, four-wheeling, and spending time with friends and family at restaurants and local haunts.”
Who are the contestants onThe Golden Bachelor?
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On Aug. 30, ABC unveiledthe full list of womenranging from 60 to 75 hoping to make a connection with Turner. Among the 22 contestants includeThe Bacheloralum Matt James’ mother, Patty, as well as Susan Noles, the ex-wife of retired baseball player Dickie Noles,per Screen Rant.
Who is hostingThe Golden Bachelor?
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Is there a teaser forThe Golden Bachelor?
A handful of teasers have been released since Turner’s casting. In July, ABC released a teaser that introduced fans to the new Bachelor, and in August, they shared another teaser that previewed all the women competing for his heart.
“Ranging in age from 60 to 75, these accomplished golden ladies will take time away from their established home lives, friends and family, in the quest to rediscover love - and perhaps even themselves - in the process,” the teaser introducing the contestants reads.
When willThe Golden Bachelorpremiere?
The new series is set to premiere on ABC on Sept. 28 at 8 p.m. ET, with new episodes dropping weekly. Episodes will also be available to stream on Hulu the next day.
When isThe Golden Bachelorfinale?
The Golden Bachelorfinale airs Thursday, Nov. 30 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
source: people.com
