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Golden Bachelor and Golden Bachelorette fans have been pairing up possible couples from the franchise. One of those possibilities, at least for fans, is Susan Noles and Jack Lecioni. Fans thought these two personalities would complement each other well. Now, she’s breaking her silence on whether or not the two are actually dating. Keep reading to find out all the details.

Susan Noles Reveals If She And Jack Lencioni Are Dating

Fans have really been hoping to see outgoing Golden Bachelor alums Susan Noles and Jack Lencioni get together and explore a potential relationship. Susan appeared on iHeartRadio’s “I Do, Part 2” podcast where she dished on whether or not they are actually dating.

Noles started out by saying, “God Bless Jack.” She went on to sadly let fans down. She said, “The world thought, ‘Susan and Jack.’ Jack likes to cook like I do. We did meet and...

Host Jesse Palmer shared his thoughts on a Golden Bachelor Paradise. Bachelor Nation fans would love to see the former contestants get another opportunity to find love again. They would like a Bachelor in Paradise spinoff series where the former contestants of The Golden Bachelor and The Golden Bachelorette mix together in a tropical setting. ABC would love to expand the Golden Bachelor universe but hasn’t confirmed the premiere of this program. This hasn’t stopped some people from trying, though.

What Palmer Has to Say

Palmer spoke to Swooon about the idea of a Golden Bachelor in Paradise. He shared that he loved the concept. He already requested where the show should be filmed, such as “Atlantic City or Naples, Florida.”

“It would have to be somewhere tropical, maybe with air conditioning,” Palmer joked. “That probably would be a great idea for this group.” ABC hasn’t confirmed...

The Golden Bachelorette star Joan Vassos has called her old boyfriends from the show "hot," despite being engaged to Chock Chapple. At the end of The Golden Bachelorette season 1, Chock proposed, and Joan accepted, but some fans wondered if their engagement was a showmance. However, others believed that their relationship would last. They're currently searching for a place in New York City, where they'll live part-time, while keeping their houses in Joan's home state of Maryland and Chock's home state of Kansas.

Jonathan Rone posted a picture of himself and fellow contestants Keith Gordon, Gary Levingston, and Jack Lencioni dancing in a car to Taylor Dayne's "Tell It To My Heart."

In an Instagram post, one of Joan's ex-boyfriends from The Golden Bachelorette, Jonathan Rone, posted a picture of himself and fellow contestants Keith Gordon, Gary Levingston, and Jack Lencioni dancing in a car to Taylor Dayne's "Tell It To My Heart.

The Golden Bachelorette's Joan Vassos gave her final rose to Chock Chapple, but several men on her season would've been a better fit. The 61-year-old Joan made her television debut during Gerry Turner's season of The Golden Bachelor but had to leave early due to a family emergency. Instead of closing the book on her journey, Joan wrote a whole new chapter by agreeing to be The Bachelor spin-off's first female lead.

Long before looking for love on national television, Joan was married to Joan Vassos for 32 years until he died in 2021. She continued to struggle with the loss, but she had promised her late husband that she wouldn't spend the rest of her life all alone. Joan kicked off The Golden Bachelorette season 1 by welcoming 24 highly eligible older bachelors, including 60-year-old Chock. The insurance executive from Kansas must have left quite an impression on Joan that night...

Is Charles Ling going to save The Golden Bachelor and Golden Bachelorette franchise? He has been a shining light since he walked into The Golden Bachelorette mansion. So, why could he be the one to keep the show afloat? Keep reading for more details.

Could Charles Ling Save The Golden Bachelor Franchise?

Charles Ling showed up at The Golden Bachelorette mansion with a glimmer in his eye and so much charm. He won Joan Vassos over by saying he was not in charge, playing off of the classic sitcom, Charles in Charge. Not only did Joan adore his kind heart but so did his housemates. He was a fan favorite right off the bat as he was shown touring the mansion along with Jack Lencioni. They were in awe of everything and beyond fascinated that viewers said they could watch them explore for hours. Furthermore, it was revealed Charles was...

The leading lady of The Golden Bachelorette, Joan Vassos, found her perfect match on the show. While all 24 contestants vying for heart proved great partners, only one could win. She and Chock Chapple shared the strongest connection. As the season progressed, it became obvious the pair were perfect for one another. Joan chose Chock as her final pick, and during the season’s finale, he proposed. Fans melted when Joan excitedly accepted.

Joan first debuted on Gerry Turner’s season of The Golden Bachelor. When she didn’t find love with Gerry, she was invited back for her own season: The Golden Bachelorette season 1. While her connection with Chock was unbeatable, the eliminated men were strong contenders. Their personalities may not have been fitting for Joan, but according to the her, several of Joan's fellow competitors expressed interest in her eliminated bachelors. As a romantic, she has been eager to...

There are a few women from Gerry Turner’s season of The Golden Bachelor who made it clear they want to find their second chance at love. Two of those women are Kathy Swarts and Susan Noles. They even let Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos know that they would be happy with the men she sent away if she thought they would be a good match. So, Joan did go to work and has been playing matchmaker a little bit. Two of the contestants fans really wanted to see matched up were Susan and Jack Lencioni. They were seen sitting by each other at Joan’s After the Final Rose special. Now, she’s sharing if there was a love connection or not. What did she say? Keep reading to find out more.

Did Susan Noles Find Love With Jack Lencioni?

Did Golden Bachelor fan favorite Susan Noles find a love connection with Jack Lencioni?...

Charles Ling easily became a fan favorite on the inaugural season of The Golden Bachelorette. He was shy at first but curious and very witty. More than that, he was warm and endearing so everyone, including his mansion mates, gravitated toward his generous spirit. Now, out of the mansion and back to his day-to-day, Charles is revealing his surprising other life. Keep reading for more details.

Charles Ling On His Many Talents

When Charles Ling arrived at The Golden Bachelorette mansion, fans were drawn to him. He was so sweet, they hoped he would stick around until the end. Watching him and Jack Lencioni tour and explore the mansion was an experience. They were so taken aback and impressed with the amenities and offerings and to see it through their eyes was a real treat for viewers at home. Some noted they could watch a whole show of just them exploring the mansion.

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos found her second love on her journey. She and Chock Chapple are engaged and beginning their life together. There were 23 other men who left the mansion single. The women from The Golden Bachelor asked Joan if any would be good matches for them. Turns out that Joan is pretty good at matchmaking. She potentially has hooked up three couples. Keep reading to find out more.

Joan Vassos Plays Matchmaker

Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos seems to be pretty good at matching couples up. Who needs a Golden Paradise when they already have Joan fixing them up? She spoke about it all to US Weekly during a recent photoshoot.

Joan said,

“I’ve already set three of them up — we have love connections that are brewing right now. And I have two more that I’m looking at and working on. We have to see how that is going to unfold.

The Golden Bachelor alum, Sandra Mason was seen getting cozy with The Golden Bachelorette’s Gary Levingston. Both were fan favorites so it makes sense that they would connect based on happiness and joy alone. Keep reading to see the two cast members closer than ever.

Sandra Mason & Gary Levingston Cozy Up

The one thing that The Golden Bachelorette viewers said from the beginning was there were many matches available. Thanks to The Golden Bachelor, a plethora of ladies would be perfect for the twenty-four mansion men. Rather, the twenty-three who did not make it to the very end. Each of Joan Vassos’ choices was the mirror image of one of the women she was competing for Gerry Turner’s heart.

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Fans immediately started to make couplings from both casts:

Kathy, I feel like would be amazing with Captain Kim! Ellen and Charles! for Susan I would pick Dan or Gary…...

The Golden Bachelorette starring Joan Vassos had some phenomenal men whom everyone fell in love with, but none of them should be the star of The Golden Bachelor because the show should cast an unknown in the role. Joan began her season with 24 amazing men, and has now narrowed them down to just two: Chock Chapple and Guy Gansert. Along the way, viewers met fan-favorite men such as Mark Anderson, Pascal Ibgui, Jordan Heller, Jonathan Rone, Keith Gordon, Dan Roemer, Gary Levingston, Jack Lencioni, and Charles Ling, hoping that any one of them might be the star of The Golden Bachelor season 2.

The Golden Bachelor season 1 premiered in September 2023, and starred Gerry Turner. He proposed to Theresa Nist at the end of the season, and they were married shortly after in a live, televised event called the Golden Wedding. Unfortunately, they announced their divorce just three months later, stating that...

Joan Vassos dated 24 single men during The Golden Bachelorette, but several of them were potentially "producer plants" who weren't there for the right reason. The 61-year-old private school administrator from Maryland had been through many ups and downs over the last few years. In 2021, she lost her husband, John Vassos, to cancer. The couple had been married for 32 years and had four children before John passed away.

Joan was devastated by the loss, which wasn't long ago. Joan probably wasn't completely ready when she agreed to be a contestant on The Golden Bachelor season 1, but she took the plunge anyway. Joan was one of 22 single women vying for the heart of 72-year-old Gerry Turner. Joan had to leave Gerry's season early due to a family emergency, but her journey was far from over. Though she wasn't on the show for very long, she left an impression and was ultimately cast...

Golden Bachelorette fan favorite Charles Ling became a national treasure very quickly when he appeared on Joan Vassos’ season of the show. Fans loved watching him explore the mansion and his excitement over the little things. It’s hard to imagine that Charles could not be best friends with every person he meets. While he did make lifelong friendships with all the men on the show, he also shared who he was closest to in the mansion. Who was Charles’ best friend? Keep reading to get the scoop and see what else he had to share.

Charles Ling Reveals His Best Friends

Golden Bachelorette fan favorite Charles Ling seems like he could never know an enemy. He is so kind and giving that anyone could find themselves in good company when he’s around. Unfortunately, he didn’t find love with Joan Vassos but he did find a lot that...

Golden Bachelorette spoilers revealed that Pascal Ibgui would walk away from Joan Vassos, and they proved to be correct. Now, he’s finding a lot of praise from ABC fans who think that he’s a “class act.” Read on to find out more.

Pascal Ibgui Enchanted Joan Vassos

Plenty of nice contestants arrived in the limos, and many of them fell by the wayside. Kelsey Anderson’s dad, Mark didn’t make it to the final four, but ABC fans like him. So, they hope to see him on Bachelor in Paradise. Another very popular cast member was Jack Lencioni who serenaded Joan Vassos. But he was also sent home from The Golden Bachelorette.

It was Pascal Igtbui who brought on the romance. The salon owner took the hand of Joan Vassons, and in his sexy French accent, immediately charmed her. However, many ABC fans thought that he might...

Recently, Golden Bachelorette fan-favorite, Charles Ling recounts his time at the mansion. Additionally, he teases information about what fans can expect from the Men’s Tell All.

Charles Ling Is A True Fan Favorite

Undeniably, The Golden Bachelorette was an event of a lifetime for contestant, Charles Ling. From the start, fans adored his subtle comedic notions and childlike discovery of the world around him. While the influx of stardom was startling for Charles, he is learning to embrace it. During an interview with Yahoo Entertainment, he said, “Well, I wouldn’t use the word ‘famous,’ but I was stopped at the airport — airports, actually. At Seattle and L.A. And I was even stopped at a gym. This man I’d never met before, he came and he said, ‘Hey Charles, we loved your program. You did so well.’ So on and so forth. Then, guess what: ‘Can we take a photo?...

Relationships, much like a game of chess, require strategic moves, patience, and sometimes a touch of serendipity. This certainly rings true for Theresa Nist, the participant in Gerry Turner’s season of The Golden Bachelor. Her journey was filled with moments of heartfelt connections and inevitable heartbreaks, yet there is a promising twist emerging on the horizon.

Thanks to Joan Vassos, the leading star of The Golden Bachelorette, and her exceptional matchmaking skills, there’s fresh hope for love among the diverse experiences of the former contestants.

Joan Vassos and Chock Chapple | Credit: The Golden Bachelorette / ABC

In an insightful chat with Et, Vassos shared her enthusiasm about her matchmaking adventures. Note that Vassos was once a contestant on The Golden Bachelor with Gerry Turner, but she had to bow out in week three because of a family emergency.

Joan Vassos Takes on Matchmaking: A New Hope for Love Among...

The Golden Bachelorette star, Joan Vassos has a group of guys that is making fans cry this season. Although fans got plenty of laughs with Jack Lencioni around, it wasn’t all fun and games. But this season is packed with characters that have kept viewers entertained. However, some fans say the men have them in tears.

Joan Vassos Sets The Stage For Her Men

Undeniably, The Golden Bachelor and The Golden Bachelorette have a completely different feel from other Bachelor Nation shows. Although the competitors are there to grab as much time as they can with the bachelor or bachelorette, the feeling is much different. For instance, during Gerry Turner’s season, the Golden Ladies were a hoot! Not only did they keep fans rolling but they were genuine mature women who also cheered each other on along the way. Likewise, the Golden Men may want to steal Joan Vassos’ heart,...

The Golden Bachelorette fans are begging for Joan Vassos’ “rejects” as she is down to just four men. She originally had twenty-four but, as hometowns approach, she has left many heartbroken. That being said, there are a lot of viewers who are more than willing to pick up the broken pieces. Keep reading for more details.

Golden Bachelorette Fans Beg For Joan Vassos’ ‘Rejects’

It is the premiere season of The Golden Bachelorette and no one knew what to expect. Joan Vassos, who originally appeared on The Golden Bachelor, was chosen as the lead. She had to leave early in Gerry’s season to be with her family. Therefore, she did not get a fair shot despite having a great connection with Gerry. He ended up marrying Theresa Nist but that lasted just three months so how could this version be any better? Twenty-four men from all walks of life came to the mansion,...

Joan Vassos has an eye for style. She loved the looks her Golden Bachelorette suitors rocked on the ABC show. Keep reading to find out which one she thought was the sharpest dressed among her twenty-four suitors. And no, Jesse Palmer doesn’t count, even though he just released a line of sporty leisurewear.

Sharpest-Dressed Golden Bachelorette Suitor

The Golden Bachelorette men pulled out all the stops when they pulled up to the Bachelor mansion in the limos on the first night. Salon owner Pascal Ibgui showed up looking suave in a blue suit. Retired Army Captain Kim Bulke came in his white military uniform. Jack Lencioni serenaded Joan with “My Way” while wearing a pink suit.

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But one suitor stood out above the rest of his style. While Joan Vassos didn’t form a love connection with Gary Levingston, she appreciated his style. She told Us Weekly...

The highly-anticipated inaugural season of The Golden Bachelorette is in full swing, with 24 men competing for Joan Vassos' heart. After a few episodes, multiple contestants have set themselves apart as potential Bachelor Nation leads. The franchise has a habit of recasting former contestants as leads. In fact, 61-year-old Joan made her television debut on The Golden Bachelor season 1, when she was one of the women dating Gerry Turner. The private school administrator was married to John Vassos until he died of cancer in 2021. The widower really caught Gerry's eye, and the two hit it off during a solo date, but Joan had to leave the season early due to a family emergency.

Joan may not have been around for long, but she certainly made an impression, and she was cast as the spin-off's first female lead. During the premiere of The Golden Bachelorette season 1, Joan greeted 24 impressive older men who...

Undeniably, Bachelor Nation has been playing matchmaker with contestants from Gerry Turner and Joan Vassos’ pools of contestants. Golden Bachelorette Jack Lencioni is working his magic to get together with Golden Bachelor Susan Noles. He discusses the ideal date.

Jack Lencioni Made A Big Impression

Although it didn’t work out for Joan Vassos and Jack Lencioni to go to the end together, Jack is a clear fan favorite. Almost immediately after introducing Jack to Bachelor Nation, fans saw a perfect match for him with The Golden Bachelor star, Susan Noles. During an interview with Ryan Field and Jen Matarese on Playing The Field, Jack Lencioni admits he would love to go on Golden Bachelor In Paradise or even be the bartender to crack jokes. Likewise, he shared he had a great time going through the Bachelor Nation experience. He made good friends, especially Dan Roemer and Gregg Lassen. Additionally,...

Bachelor Nation host Jesse Palmer sees much more of the contestants in the franchise than fans do, and he’s got an idea that Jack Lencioni from The Golden Bachelorette should hook up with one of Gerry Turner’s exes from The Golden Bachelor. Read on to find out who that is.

Golden Bachelor Fans Suggest Hook Ups

The Golden Bachelorette brings Joan Vassos in the first edition edition of the senor ladies looking for love. Well, she sent home a bunch of contestants already. Jack Lencioni was one of them. Actually, the retired caterer from Chicago is quite a character, and he serenaded Joan Vassos when he arrived in the limo.

Jesse Palmer might also agree with ABC fans who think that Pascal Ibgui should hook up with April Kirkwood. The former salon owner seems polished, polite, cultured, and very sexy. Many people agreed that he and April would make the perfect pair.

Ah, love—a timeless enigma that continues to perplex and delight humanity in equal measure. As Lao Tzu once remarked, “Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength while loving someone deeply gives you courage,” and never has this sentiment been more thoroughly put to the test than on the small screen. Enter The Golden Bachelorette, a show that Bachelor Nation awaited with bated breath, much like a child waiting for Santa on Christmas Eve.

And yet, surprisingly, it seems that Joan Vassos’ debut as the first-ever Golden Bachelorette hasn’t quite captured the spotlight as intended.

Joan Vassos in The Golden Bachelorette | Credits: ABC

Could it be that the previous seasons, starring Jenn Tran and Gerry Turner, have left audiences yearning for something entirely fresh and divertingly different?

Joan Vassos: The Fresh Breeze The Bachelor Franchise Needs

Just when we thought The Bachelor franchise was in a bit of a slump,...

The Golden Bachelorette is currently airing on ABC and Joan Vassos is trying to find her second partner to spend her life with. She has a bunch of really good men and fans have strong opinions about them all. They even have opinions about which ones would be good for other alums in Bachelor Nation. Fans have mentioned they want to see members from the Golden Bachelor and Bachelorette on Bachelor in Paradise next year. Jesse Palmer seems to agree with this and also sees potential for at least one of the potential matches. Keep reading to find out who he is talking about.

Jesse Palmer Predicts TV Magic

If Jesse Palmer and millions of fans get their way, some cast members from The Golden Bachelor and The Golden Bachelorette will be included in the 2025 season of Bachelor in Paradise. Along with wanting to see alums participate on the beach next year,...

Now that The Golden Bachelorette has aired two episodes, fans have already concluded that this season far outshines its counterpart, The Golden Bachelor. Undeniably, Joan Vassos is the picture of elegance and grace. But people see even more signs of why this series is a goldmine for Bachelor Nation. Check out the reasons why below.

The Golden Bachelor Was Good, But The Golden Bachelorette Is Better

While Gerry Turner‘s season was successful at helping America see how romance has no age limits, there were questions if The Golden Bachelorette could compete. During the first-ever season of The Golden Bachelor, Gerry captured hearts with his gentle spirit and appreciation for the women vying for his love. However, as the season played out, it was much more complicated than he could have ever imagined. Since Gerry was the one to kick off the Golden series, Joan Vassos gives him credit for...

April Kirkwood appeared on The Golden Bachelor with Gerry Turner and now that Pascal Ibgui, a salon owner is on The Golden Bachelorette, ABC fans think the two contestants should hook up. After all, there is still hope that a senior edition of Bachelor in Paradise might happen.

April Kirkwood Was Sent Home By Gerry Turner

Golden Bachelor fans were sad when April was sent home by Gerry Turner. After all, she seemed to love life, and the 66-year-old had a lot of spirited zest. However, that doesn’t mean she lost interest in finding love. And, now that Pascal Ibgui is on The Golden Bachelorette with Joan Vassos, she might think he’s a bit of alright.

At the moment, Pascal Ibgui is in the good books of Joan Vassos. When Jack Lencioni arrived at the mansion in the limo, he serenaded Joan. But, Pascal just talked to her.

Golden Bachelorette star, Jack Lencioni, would be perfect with this ex-contestant from The Golden Bachelor. Fans have pointed out that Jack would be perfect with this certain someone. People fell in love with him the second they met him, just like many of the guys. Keep reading to find out more.

The First-Ever Golden Bachelorette

Joan Vassos is the first-ever Golden Bachelorette. People were so excited about this after the failed marriage that came from The Golden Bachelor. Immediately, fans realized that production did a way better job at picking the men this time. Viewers are not fond of Gerry Turner and how his marriage was after the show ended. Joan was on Gerry’s season but had to leave because her family needed her. This is something a lot of people admire about her. So, when she was announced as the lead role, people went crazy. Now, this is something fans love watching.

ABC’s first season of The Golden Bachelor garnered wide attention from fans for featuring senior citizens trying to find love again. Even more eye-catching was the production casting Gerry Turner as the lone bachelor trying to woo his way through numerous ladies, in the hope of falling in love again.

Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist on The Golden Bachelor | Credits: ABC

While he did fall in love, his marriage with Theresa Nist was short-lived for they divorced just 3 months after their highly-televised Golden wedding. Now as they have both moved on, here’s a look at their net-worths to see who is really winning in life.

A Look at The Golden Bachelor Star Gerry Turner’s Net Worth Gerry Turner on The Golden Bachelor | image: ABC

Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist fell in love on The Golden Bachelor, but since have parted ways amicably (via GMA). While Turner is...

Golden Bachelorette star Jack Lencioni swiftly became a fan-favorite on the Bachelor spinoff. Although he was one of the first people eliminated during Joan Vassos’s season, viewers are eager to see him again. He recently spoke about what it was like being on television and whether or not he’d consider returning for a Golden Bachelor in Paradise. Here is what he revealed.

Jack Would Return For Other Bachelor Shows In A Heartbeat

Viewers met Jack Lencioni as he stepped out of the limo singing “My Way” by Frank Sinatra. Soon, he won everyone’s hearts, except Joan’s.

Jack swiftly became known as the fun guy in the Golden Bachelorette house. He solidified his status as a fan-favorite contestant on the show when he gave himself a tour of the mansion.

He told Entertainment Weekly, “The Bachelor Mansion was just wonderful. I mean, who lives in a mansion for a couple of weeks?...

Jesse Palmer successfully took over as host of Bachelor Nation after Christ Harrison left. He shared his thoughts on a possible Golden Bachelor In Paradise. Keep reading to find out what he thinks.

Fans Want Golden Bachelor In Paradise

Bachelor Nation fans first pitched the idea of a Golden Bachelor In Paradise spinoff during Gerry Turner’s season of The Golden Bachelor. Of course, it wasn’t really an option at the time since there were only Gerry’s rejected contestants as possible cast members of a senior version of Bip.

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But now that Joan Vassos’ season of The Golden Bachelorette is airing, fans are again demanding a spinoff featuring her rejected suitors and Gerry’s cast-offs. Joan has only eliminated ten suitors so far, but we’re only two episodes into her season.

Jesse Palmer Shares Thoughts On Possible Spinoff

ABC has yet to...

As Golden Bachelorette fans get to meet the contestants in Joan Vassos’ season on ABC, Charles Ling stands out as fast becoming a fan-favorite. On Friday, his promo for the show received a lot of loving responses from Bachelor Nation fans.

Golden Bachelorette Fans Get To Know Charles Ling

When the men arrived in the limos, Pascal, a retired salon owner, brought on a sexy voice and impeccable manners. Of course, ABC fans already knew Kelsey Anderson’s dad, Mark. He was already a fan favorite because Bachelor Nation met him on Joey Graziadei’s season of The Bachelor.

Golden Bachelorette fans also liked Jack Lencioni, a retired caterer who serenaded Joan Vassos with “My Way.” Bachelor Nation viewers warmed to him as well. And, they discovered that his ex-wife wasn’t pleased that he signed up for the ABC show. But in the popularity stakes, retired financial analyst Charles...

Golden Bachelorette fans were sad to say goodbye to Jack Lencioni. He was one of the men who didn’t receive a rose from Joan Vassos on the latest episode. The caterer, 68, shared his thoughts on appearing on Golden Bachelor In Paradise if the spinoff happens.

Who He Thinks Joan Has Strongest Connection With

Jack Lencioni made an impression on viewers and Joan Vassos by belting out Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” after exiting the limo. He did get a rose the first night but was sent home in Week 2. He chatted with Entertainment Weekly after his exit. Jack said he enjoyed his time on The Golden Bachelorette, especially living in the Bachelor mansion.

Jack Lencioni/Credit: YouTube

When asked which of the remaining suitors has the strongest connection with Joan Vassos. He named front-runner Chock Chapple, but had a few nice things to say about some of the other suitors.

Since its debut in 2002, The Bachelor has become one of reality TV’s most successful franchises. With various spin-offs like The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise, it was only a matter of time before fans got The Golden Bachelor. The show took off in 2023 and centered on senior citizens getting a second chance at finding the one. While the first season focused on Gerry Turner, it did not play out how viewers had hoped.

Gerry Turner on The Golden Bachelor | Credits: ABC

After a marriage and a rather quick divorce 3 months later, it looks like season 2 might also end up being a little bit of a failure even though Joan Vassos’ time on the show is just beginning.

Why The Golden Bachelor might be a flop

When The Golden Bachelor was announced in 2023, fans of the franchise were ready for some wholesome love matches between senior citizens. However, what they got,...

Undeniably, Golden Bachelorette fans are getting to know Joan Vassos’ charming suitor, Charles “Not In Charge” Ling with his cute quirks and entertaining personality. Already he is becoming a fan favorite. With his subtle humor and childlike curiosity, he is quickly winning over fans’ hearts, but will he capture Joan Vassos’ on his journey to love? And what made Charles L. into the adorable man he is now?

Get To Know Charming Charles Ling

While some fans are already declaring that Charles Ling should be the next Golden Bachelor, others are just soaking in his lovable sense of humor. Already during the first two episodes of The Golden Bachelorette, Charles is capturing fans’ hearts with his spirit. It isn’t difficult to see he is curious about life, especially when he and Jack Lencioni take fans on a tour of the mansion. Again, fans see him crack jokes with Jack...

The Golden Bachelor started off with high hopes and faith that the eligible bachelor, Gerry Turner, would find love in one of the many ladies. Having rejected several women within a span of two weeks, the Indiana resident ended up falling for the financial service professional hailing from New Jersey, Theresa Nist.

Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist on The Golden Bachelor | Credit: ABC

Before anyone could comprehend their relationship, the duo ended up getting married in a huge televised wedding ceremony. But as luck would have it, their love, or more like Turner’s love ran out in just three months as they filed for divorce. And now Turner’s feelings might change seeing how Nist has been keeping up after their divorce.

What are Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist Up To After Their Divorce? Gerry Turner from The Golden Bachelor | Credit: ABC

Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist apparently gave...

Golden Bachelorette contestant Jack Lencioni survived the first rush of eliminations by Joan Vassos and arrived singing “My Way,” after he exited the limo. This week, the caterer from Chicago, Illinois revealed the reaction of his ex-wife and his kids when they discovered he would be on the ABC show.

Jack Lencioni Works In The Food Industry

When ABC fans first found out who would be competing for the heart of Joan Vassos on The Golden Bachelorette, they thought that Jack might stand a chance. After all, the lead seemed to like Gerry Turner a lot before she self-eliminated from The Golden Bachelor. He owned a food franchise, and Jack is also big into catering.

Of course, it might take more than just cooking skills by Jack Lencioni to win the heart of Joan Vassos, and competition is fierce, The original cast consisted of people with secure jobs or comfortable retirement.

Jack Lencioni stole the hearts of Bachelor Nation when he made his debut on the premiere of The Golden Bachelorette. The 68-year-old serenaded Joan Vassos with Frank Sinatra’s hit song “My Way” during his introduction. The caterer from Chicago became a fan favorite when he said he was there for a good time. Sadly, his time on the show came to an end.

Makes Big Impression on Bachelor Nation

Fans are upset over the rose ceremony. They didn’t expect Lencioni to leave the show this soon. He was exactly what the mansion needed, and his personality lit up the room.

He immediately made an impression on Vassos. But it wasn’t enough to win her heart. During Episode 2, he was left standing without a rose. He had to go home. Lencioni left the same way he entered the mansion.

He still had a big smile on his face.

Should Bachelor Nation add a Golden Paradise spinoff to its franchise now that there are so many dynamic men on The Golden Bachelorette? Before, there were just the women of The Golden Bachelor and Gerry Turner. Now, Joan Vassos has made history and with her, has come 24 amazing suitors. So, do viewers want to see them in paradise? Keep reading for more details.

Should There Be A Golden Paradise Spinoff?

The men and women of The Golden Bachelor and The Golden Bachelorette would likely make some amazing couples. Clearly, Joan Vassos will only end up with one person at the end of her journey. Therefore, she will leave 23 men brokenhearted much like Gerry Turner did to 23 women. Though only two episodes of Golden Bachelorette have aired, there are a lot of parallels between Gerry’s women and Joan’s men. So many matches could be made leaving fans wondering if...

Although Joan Vassos is doing phenomenally well with her own show The Golden Bachelorette, the reality TV star had to dump certain lies on her family before venturing on this journey. According to Vassos, she had to tell a few lies to her family about the process—mainly about kissing men on television and about the fantasy suites.

Joan Vassos in The Golden Bachelorette | image: ABC

However, eventually, after The Golden Bachelorette premiered on ABC and things went well, Joan Vassos revealed that her family was relieved. Surprisingly, on the other hand, her potential soulmate from the show, Jack Lencioni suffered similar obstacles and concerns from his ex-wife and daughter. But unlike Vassos, Lencioni’s family was concerned about him making a fool out of himself.

Joan Vassos Spills Her Family’s Concern About Her Own Reality TV Series

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The Golden Bachelorette contestant Jack Lencioni had to go against his familys wishes to find love on reality TV. Lencioni was one of the 18 suitors who made it through the first round of eliminations by Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos on the show's premiere night. The caterer impressed the reality star by serenading her with My Way by Frank Sinatra as he exited the limo. Thats not all, because he also cooked Vassos a meal during the cocktail party to woo her.

Golden Bachelorette contestant, Jack Lencioni has already proven he is a true character. Entering the mansion in a salmon blazer serenading Joan Vassos with “My Way” wasn’t on many people’s bingo cards. Then, he made a big impression on the guys when he burst in wondering where the bourbon was. However, Jack revealed he went on the show to find love against his family’s wishes.

Joan Vassos Finds Jack Lencioni Intriguing

Undeniably, Golden Bachelorette, Joan Vassos was flattered to be serenaded by Jack Lencioni. Although she chose Keith Gordon as the recipient of her “First Impression Rose,” she admits she could have literally given out ten first roses. But Jack was memorable to many Bachelor Nation fans. Not only did he sing Frank Sinatra to kick off his mansion entrance, but he also tried to show that he was a man’s man by making his introduction...

The Golden Bachelorette contestant Jack Lencioni became an instant fan favorite when he sang and cooked for lead Joan Vassos on premiere night, but he revealed that his ex-wife and daughters weren't happy about him joining the show because they feared he'd say "something stupid." Jack, a 68-year-old caterer from Chicago, Illinois, stole hearts during The Golden Bachelorette season 1 when he came out of the limousine singing "My Way" by Frank Sinatra to Joan, a 61-year-old private school administrator from Rockville, Maryland. He also cooked her a meal during the cocktail party, which they shared during their one-on-one time.

"My ex-wife and my two daughters were not happy at all about it when I first started doing it."

Although Jack was excited about finding love with Joan during The Golden Bachelorette, on The Viall Files podcast with Nick Viall, he revealed that his family wasn't as enthusiastic about him joining...

Joan Vassos, the first Golden Bachelorette lead, already had a hard time choosing who to eliminate in the season premiere, but it’s only going to get harder. Fans of the show are happy with many of the men the show has chosen to woo to the 61-year-old Maryland native. But one suitor has emerged as a Bachelor Nation beloved after the first week. Who could it be? Obviously, Charles Ling. The 66-year-old stole everyone’s heart with his gentle and polite demeanor. His humor made him truly stand out. “I’m Charles. I’m 66 years old, but I look 36,” he said as he exited the limo, which made Joan chuckle. His appreciation for the Bachelor mansion was also noticed with his observant commentary. Charles seems like a great guy. And he’s not just nice to Joan. He’s friendly with everyone, even his competitors. Viewers have noticed his...

Two of the contestants from The Golden Bachelorette went viral on social media., This was because fans loved seeing them react to different things in the mansion. The show premiered last week. Fans already can’t get enough of the first season of The Golden Bachelorette. There are so many sweet men fighting for Joan’s heart. They all have good personalities. Keep reading to find out more about this.

The First-Ever Golden Bachelorette

Joan Vassos is the first ever Golden Bachelorette. Fans were waiting for this moment after the first season of The Golden Bachelor. Joan was on the season. However, she had to leave early because her family needed her. This is what attracted a lot of the men in her season to her. She put her family first and that is what they liked. Joan is a widow which a lot of her contestants relate with.

Joan Vassos’ season of The Golden Bachelorette began earlier this week. Viewers were introduced to her 24 suitors at the same time she was. But a brief appearance on TV didn’t really tell much about the contestants. Keep reading for more about contestant Pascal Ibgui.

Joan Vassos 24 Golden Bachelorette Suitors

Joan Vassos was among the 22 women on the first season of The Golden Bachelor. She was named the first Golden Bachelorette after leaving Gerry Turner’s season early. ABC found 24 eligible men to vie for Joan’s final golden rose.

Bob Kilroy, 66, Chiropractor Charles “Chock” Chapple, 60, Insurance Exec Charles King, 62, Portfolio Manager Charles Ling, 66, Retired Financial Advisor Christopher Stallworth, 64, Contractor Dan Roemer, 64, Private Investor Gary Levingston, 65, Retired Finance Exec Gil Ramirez, 60, Educator Gregg Lassen, 64, Retired University VP Guy Gansert, 66, ER Doctor Jack Lencioni, 68, Caterer Jonathan Rone, 61, Shipping Consultant Jordan Heller, 61, Sales Manager Keith Gordon, 62, Girl Dad Kim Buike, 69, Retired Army Captain Mark Anderson,...

After the first night of The Golden Bachelorette fans got a taste of the new characters in play for this season. While Keith Gordon has already made a big impression with Joan Vassos, there is plenty of time for the suitors to make their mark. Some fans spot red flags with Gil Ramirez, Pascal Ibgui, and Jack Lencioni. But in just one episode, fans are already demanding that Charles L. be the next Golden Bachelor.

Fans See Golden Bachelor Material At Its Best

Although The Golden Bachelorette has just begun, Joan Vassos has some big decisions ahead. But her first night of eliminations is over. Even though there was only a short period for the men to introduce themselves and secure their spot at the mansion, four guys were sent home. Among them were Bill, David, Ken, and Pablo. Among the men remaining for next week’s excitement is Charles L.

Undoubtedly, if anyone understands the Golden Bachelorette process, it is Gerry Turner who went through the same thing about a year ago. Understandably, it is difficult to go through dating multiple people at one time on camera. Furthermore, some emotions blindsided Joan Vassos during the first season of the show. When those trials crept up, who did she turn to – The Golden Bachelor, Gerry of course.

Joan Vassos Faces Challenges In Her Journey

Although Joan Vassos has a soft heart she has shown great strength through her past. When she accepted the honor of becoming the first Golden Bachelorette, she had no idea just how hard it would be for her. During the inaugural episode, she calmly receives each of the men as they arrive at the mansion. Undoubtedly, Joan and the men were nervous about the exciting journey ahead. But one by one, Joan met the guys and seemed...

After seeing The Golden Bachelorette suitors, fans were impressed by the quality of men that are competing for Joan Vassos‘ heart. However, some think that Joan needs to watch out for one guy who has some immediate red flags. Additionally, he is giving some fans ‘the ick.’

The Golden Bachelorette Has Many Good Options

Undeniably, seeing The Golden Bachelorette men interact with Joan Vassos on September 18, she seems to have a great bunch of guys. As they connected with Joan, there were some nerves, but overall the gentlemen were kind and caring. Several of them shared bits of their story that showed they had been through a lot. Joan opened up about losing her husband. Furthermore, she let fans know her heartbreak and grief of saying goodbye to a wonderful man. Likewise, some of the men have also lost wives. Additionally, some of the guys have lived and learned through divorce.

The Golden Bachelorette fans were introduced to Joan Vassos‘ new suitors on Wednesday, September 18. After seeing them, they think one in particular is a better fit for The Golden Bachelor star, Susan Noles.

Susan Noles Might Get Lucky

When The Golden Bachelorette‘s twenty-four new men rolled up to the mansion, fans saw a wide range of fabulous men attempting to win over Joan Vassos. Undeniably, several of the suitors made an impression. Joan gently greeted each man as they exited the limo, car, or horse they arrived with. Although all the guys seem like great picks, there are a few that were sent home on the first night. Likewise, some people notice a few characteristics in the friendly banter that might not be the best fit for Joan. However, Susan Noles and Kathy Swarts have made it clear they are completely happy to take Joan’s sloppy seconds. Furthermore,...