The Golden Bachelor is a spinoff of the popular reality dating show The Bachelor.
It is a senior citizen version of the show, featuring older contestants.
The identity of the Golden Bachelor is Gerry Turner, a 71-year-old from Indiana.
The first episode of The Golden Bachelor will air on September 28, at 8 pm EST, followed by season 9 of Bachelor in Paradise at 9 PM.
The show will be on TV Monday nights after Dancing With the Stars this coming fall.
The women arriving at the mansion have a lifetime of experience, living through love, loss and laughter, hoping for a spark that ignites a future full of endless possibilities.
The casting window is still open, and interested individuals can apply on the Bachelor Nation website.
Who is Joan?
Joan is a contestant on the reality TV show The Golden Bachelor.
She is 60 years old and comes from Rockland, Maryland.
Joan describes herself as a loving mother and a hard worker who would love to find someone with whom to enjoy life.
She works as a private school administrator.
Joan is one of 22 women competing for the affections of Gerry Turner, the senior star of the show.
She is hoping to have a great time with Gerry and find a meaningful connection with him.
Joan enjoys spending time at the beach and is happiest when she is there.
Golden Bachelor vs The Bachelor
The Golden Bachelor differs from The Bachelor in several ways including the age of contestants.
The Golden Bachelor features older contestants, specifically senior citizens.
The age range of the cast members is reported to be between 60 to 75 years old.
Unlike The Bachelor, which typically features a male bachelor and female contestants, The Golden Bachelor centers around a male bachelor.
The show highlights that the women arriving at the mansion have a lifetime of experience, having lived through love, loss and laughter.
They are looking for a spark that ignites a future full of endless possibilities.
The Golden Bachelor will be on TV Monday nights after Dancing With the Stars in the fall lineup.
The casting window for The Golden Bachelor is still open, and interested individuals can apply on the Bachelor Nation website.
