The highly anticipated finale of “The Golden Bachelor” has finally arrived, leaving fans eager to find out who Gerry Turner, the 72-year-old widower, chose as his partner. After a long and emotional journey, Gerry had to make the difficult decision between Theresa Nist, a 70-year-old financial services professional from Shrewsbury, New Jersey, and Leslie Fhima, a 64-year-old fitness instructor from Minneapolis.
Gerry’s Journey on “The Golden Bachelor”
Gerry Turner, a retired widower from Indiana, embarked on a journey to find love on “The Golden Bachelor.” The stakes were high from the very beginning, as Gerry was looking for a partner among contestants in their 60s and 70s, many of whom had already experienced the loss of a spouse.Throughout the season, Gerry frequently became emotional, shedding tears while remembering his late wife and breaking hearts as he narrowed down the contestants. His connection with Theresa and Leslie seemed to grow stronger with each passing week, making the final decision even more challenging.
The Fantasy Suites and Gerry’s Decision
In the week leading up to the finale, Gerry had overnight dates with both Theresa and Leslie. It became apparent that something shifted in his relationship with Theresa after their fantasy suite date, as he seemed more smitten with her than ever before.When asked about the date by former Bachelor and finale host Jesse Palmer, Gerry dodged the question by asking if Jesse would talk to his parents about what they did in the bedroom. Theresa quickly jumped in to make a “knocking boots” joke, a euphemism that Gerry had used throughout the season, clarifying that she was “an amazing kisser.”As for Leslie, Gerry had to say a clumsy and awkward goodbye to her, despite their strong connection and easy banter throughout the season.
The Finale and Gerry’s Proposal
In the finale episode, Gerry expressed his mixed feelings and the questions he had asked himself about how he ended up in Costa Rica at the age of 72, searching for love. He came to the realization that Theresa was not just the right person for him to live with, but the person he couldn’t live without.With tears in his eyes, Gerry got down on one knee and proposed to Theresa, saying, “Theresa, I love you 1,000%. I’m never going to stop believing that every day I choose you. Will you marry me?”Theresa, overjoyed and emotional, said yes, exclaiming, “Oh, my God! It’s spectacular. Oh, my God! God, I love you so much.”
Reactions and Predictions
Many fans and experts had predicted that Gerry would choose Theresa in the end. AARP editor Tim Appelo believed that Theresa was the best choice for Gerry, as she radiated the neediness that Gerry seemed to be attracted to.When polled, viewers overwhelmingly voted for Leslie as their pick for Gerry’s final rose, with 54% of the votes. However, the majority of fans were still pleased with Gerry’s decision to propose to Theresa.
The Future of “The Golden Bachelor”
The success of “The Golden Bachelor” has sparked discussions about the possibility of a “Golden Bachelorette” spin-off. Katie Couric Media editor Sara Levine believes that ABC would be foolish not to create a spin-off, given the public’s enthusiastic response to the show.As for Gerry and Theresa, their journey together is just beginning. Fans are eager to see how their relationship blossoms and whether they will make it down the aisle as a couple.
Conclusion
“The Golden Bachelor” has proven that love knows no age limit. Gerry Turner’s emotional journey to find love has touched the hearts of many, and his decision to propose to Theresa Nist has been met with a mix of reactions and predictions.The success of the show has also opened up the possibility of a “Golden Bachelorette” spin-off, which could provide another opportunity for mature singles to find love on national television.Ultimately, “The Golden Bachelor” has shown that true love can be found at any age, and that it’s never too late to take a chance on finding happiness.
