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Golden Bachelor: NFL Star's Love Quest Sparks Controversy

9/25/2025

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The Golden Bachelor premieres on ABC on September 24, 2025, featuring 66-year-old Mel Owens.
Owens, a retired NFL player and attorney, seeks love after his father’s death and 2020 divorce.
He drew backlash for proposing to eliminate women aged 60 and over, then apologized.
The first season featured Gerry Turner; his winner is now engaged.

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Story summary

The Golden Bachelor premieres on ABC on September 24, 2025, featuring 66-year-old Mel Owens.
Owens, a retired NFL player and attorney, seeks love after his father’s death and 2020 divorce.
He drew backlash for proposing to eliminate women aged 60 and over, then apologized.
The first season featured Gerry Turner; his winner is now engaged.