Bachelor Nation favorite Jesse Palmer, who first stole hearts as the lead on Season 5 of The Bachelor and now serves as the host of the franchise’s popular shows, is giving fans a glimpse of a special moment that didn’t make it to air. The recently revealed deleted scene from the premiere of The Golden Bachelorette shows Jesse connecting with some of the “Golden” contestants over a shared bond: being a “girl dad.”
Jesse, who welcomed his first child, a daughter named Ella, earlier this year with wife Emely Fardo Palmer, is now proudly wearing the title of “girl dad.” In the heartwarming deleted scene, he seeks advice from fellow dads on the show who have experience raising daughters.
Sitting down with Golden Bachelorette contestants Keith, Gary, and Mark in one of the outdoor lounges, Jesse opens up about his new role as a father. “I gotta tell ya, I know you’re all girl dads and I’m a brand-new girl dad,” Jesse says, clearly excited about the new chapter in his life.
Gary immediately congratulates Jesse, while Keith chimes in, “My youngest is Ella, by the way.” Surprised and delighted by the coincidence, Jesse responds, “Really! It’s a great name, just rolls off the tongue.” The other men agree and welcome Jesse into what they fondly refer to as the “girl dad club.”
The conversation takes a fun turn as the experienced dads share their wisdom about raising daughters. Mark reassures Jesse that raising girls is easy—at least when they’re young. “You don’t hit anything until 12, 13. The teen years… it’s boys times five,” he jokes, drawing laughs from the group. Keith and Gary chime in with their own playful advice, telling Jesse, “From 13 to 21, the world shakes, spins a couple times. They know everything, you know nothing. But we’re not gonna scare you, Jesse!”
Despite the humorous warnings, the men share tender reflections on the special bond they have with their daughters. Jesse listens attentively as they describe their experiences, nodding in agreement when Gary talks about how his heart still melts every time his daughter calls his name.
“The crazy part is, I already feel like Ella has me wrapped around her finger,” Jesse says, marveling at the deep connection he’s already developed with his baby girl. Keith, Gary, and Mark all nod knowingly, understanding exactly what Jesse means.
Gary offers heartfelt advice, telling Jesse, “You’ll get there… They’re special. The girls are special.” Keith adds his own encouraging words, advising Jesse not to put too much pressure on himself and to just be authentic in his new role as a father. “Don’t put too much pressure on yourself. Just be yourself,” Keith says, as the group shares a knowing smile.
It’s a sweet and touching moment that highlights the joy of fatherhood and the unique bond between dads and their daughters. The lighthearted banter combined with sincere advice made for a special scene, and fans are grateful that Jesse decided to share it.
As Jesse continues his journey as a new father, Bachelor Nation fans are excited to watch little Ella grow and see how Jesse evolves in his role as a “girl dad.” Moments like these not only offer a fun behind-the-scenes glimpse but also remind viewers of the personal lives of the show’s beloved host.
We can’t wait to see more sweet moments from Jesse’s fatherhood journey!
