The Golden Bachelor Winners Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist Divorce
After Finding Love on Reality TV, Couple Announces Split
In a shocking turn of events, Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist, the winners of the first season of ABC's dating show "The Golden Bachelor," have announced their divorce.
The Golden Bachelor
"The Golden Bachelor" is a dating show featuring contestants over the age of 60. The show's premise is that senior citizens deserve a second chance at finding love.
Gerry Turner, a 72-year-old retired businessman, was the bachelor in the first season. He chose Theresa Nist, a 70-year-old financial services professional, as his winner.
Divorce Announcement
On Wednesday, October 12, 2023, Gerry and Theresa released a joint statement announcing their divorce.
"After much thought and consideration, we have decided to end our marriage," the statement read. "This was a difficult decision, but we both believe it is the best path forward for each of us."
The couple did not provide any specific reasons for their divorce, but they asked for privacy during this difficult time.
Reaction from Fans
News of Gerry and Theresa's divorce has sent shockwaves through the show's fanbase.
"I'm so sad to hear this," one fan wrote on social media. "They seemed like such a perfect match."
"I wish them both the best," another fan wrote. "They deserve to be happy."
Reasons for Divorce
In an exclusive interview with Reality Steve, Gerry and Theresa opened up about the reasons behind their divorce.
"We realized that we were not on the same page about some important things," Gerry said. "We both wanted different things out of life, and that's okay."
"We tried to work through it," Theresa added. "But at the end of the day, we realized that we were better off as friends."
Gerry and Theresa said that they still love and respect each other, and they wish each other the best in the future.
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