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62-Year-Old Designer Joins Cast of 'The Golden Bachelor'

9/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

Tracy Thompson, a 62-year-old interior designer from Lafayette, Louisiana, will compete in Season 2 of "The Golden Bachelor."
The season features 23 women competing for Mel Owens, a 66-year-old former NFL player and lawyer.
It premieres on September 24 on ABC, with episodes available on Hulu the following day.
Contestants, aged 58 to 77, will live together in a California mansion.
The show highlights older individuals seeking love in a reality TV format.

History

Historical Context

"The Bachelor" premiered on March 25, 2002, transforming dating television with its unique format. Following its success, spin-offs like "The Bachelorette" and "Bachelor in Paradise" emerged. The recent introduction of "The Golden Bachelor" in 2023, featuring contestants aged 58 to 77, signifies a shift towards inclusivity, reflecting changing societal views on romance and relationships among older adults.

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Story summary

Tracy Thompson, a 62-year-old interior designer from Lafayette, Louisiana, will compete in Season 2 of "The Golden Bachelor."
The season features 23 women competing for Mel Owens, a 66-year-old former NFL player and lawyer.
It premieres on September 24 on ABC, with episodes available on Hulu the following day.
Contestants, aged 58 to 77, will live together in a California mansion.
The show highlights older individuals seeking love in a reality TV format.

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