The Golden Bachelor after what feels like years of anticipation. (In actuality, it has been years considering the concept was first discussed pre-pandemic.) Gerry Turner, 72, is its inaugural star, and even though I haven't seen a screener of the first episode, I have good reason to believe this is the show that's going to make The Bachelor franchise appointment viewing again.For too long, The Bachelor has been about 20-somethings crying over failed relationships combined with stale and manufactured drama.
Almost no one is single going into it anymore, and the lure of post-show fame is always top of mind. You can't point blame at any one person or moment, but I hope The Golden Bachelor serves as a reminder that ABC and Warner Horizon should have shaken things up years ago.
If Golden is a success—and I believe it will be—I want to see more age groups and more body sizes.With that said, last month I spent an afternoon observing Gerry's first group date, getting to know both him and several of the women vying for his heart.
I was struck by how happy they were to get this opportunity. The ladies have so much wisdom to share, and so many heartfelt and poignant stories.
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