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Golden Bachelor Faces Backlash Over Ageist Comments

8/2/2025

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Mel Owens, the 66-year-old star of "The Golden Bachelor," stirred controversy by suggesting he would eliminate women over 60. Following public outcry, he issued an apology, revealing his surprise at the contestants' intelligence and admitting he didn’t grasp the show's age range. The highly anticipated season premieres on September 24.

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Mel Owens, the 66-year-old star of "The Golden Bachelor," stirred controversy by suggesting he would eliminate women over 60. Following public outcry, he issued an apology, revealing his surprise at the contestants' intelligence and admitting he didn’t grasp the show's age range. The highly anticipated season premieres on September 24.