After just three months of getting married on the reality show “The Golden Bachelor”, Gerry Turner, 72, and Theresa Nist, 70, announced that they are getting a divorce. The two first met and eventually married on ABC’s “The Bachelor” spinoff where the cast members are aged 60 years and older.
The announcement was made on ABC’s “Good Morning America”, where the two made an appearance together. From the said show, Turner said that he and Theresa made “a number of heart-to-heart conversations” regarding their current and ongoing situation.
And from that, he further stated that they have “…come to the conclusion mutually that it’s probably time for [them] to dissolve [their] marriage.” This also makes them the first couple from the show to get divorced.
What Leads To Golden Bachelor Divorce?
According to numerous sources, there are some possible reasons why the couple made their decision to bring an end to their once-celebrated marriage – Turner’s past, their respective families, Nist’s job, and their lifestyle differences, to name a few.
Turner’s Pre-Golden Bachelor Life
Before the airing of “The Golden Bachelor”, Turner made headlines regarding his dating past. A report published in The Hollywood Reporter stated that he used to date multiple women right after the death of his first wife back in 2017. One of the women Turner allegedly dated accused him of making fat-shaming remarks against her.
However, in an interview with The Los Angeles Times, the “Golden Bachelor” star denied the allegations. From that, some people speculated that Turner’s past was the reason for the divorce – which Nist quickly denied.
No One Can Leave Their Families
Both Turner and Nist have their respective children and grandchildren from previous relationships before their “Golden Bachelor” stint and eventual marriage. During an episode of the “Golden Hour” podcast, their reality show co-star Susan Noles suggested that neither can leave their families when a user asked about why the couple divorced.
Differences In Lifestyle
Lastly, one more possible reason for the Golden Bachelor couple’s divorce has something to do with the difference in their lifestyles. This is according to podcast host Kate Casey, who claimed to have details from someone whose son’s girlfriend is close to Turner’s youngest granddaughter.
Casey stated in her “Reality Life With Kate Casey” podcast that the couple’s differences were showing from minor matters such as pumping gas, to serious ones such as frequent fights since they got married.
How Everyone Reacted to the Divorce
When the couple announced their divorce, people were unsurprisingly and understandably saddened and disappointed. Many of them took to social media to express their thoughts and feelings about the issue.
To put it simply, one Instagram user said, “I wasted so many weeks of my life watching you chase after this man. Wasted time I can’t get back. I won’t be watching any future ‘Golden Bachelor.’ What a disaster it turned out to be.”
The meeting and marriage of Turner and Nist showed everyone that no matter how old you are, it’s never too late to find love. However the eventual golden bachelor divorce also shows that these reality stars are humans as well, so it’s best for everyone to just wish the best for their respective lives and families from now on.