Cupid has arrived in the form of Joan Vassos, the leading lady of The Golden Bachelorette! As we approach the climax of the inaugural season, fans have fallen for not just Joan but also her array of charming suitors. Much like last year’s The Golden Bachelor featuring Gerry Turner, viewers are hoping for a crossover that brings the contestants together in a Paradise-style setting. It turns out that Joan has already taken matters into her own hands by playing matchmaker with her eliminated contestants and Gerry’s ladies. ABC, can we get some cameras on this?
In The Golden Bachelor, we met captivating personalities like Kathy Swarts and Susan Noles, who quickly became favorites, alongside Natascha Hardee, known for advocating for chairs at rose ceremonies. Meanwhile, Joan’s season showcased standout contestants like Charles Ling and Jack Lencioni, with Jonathan Rone capturing attention for his dashing looks. As Joan prepares to reveal her final choice, she has also been working behind the scenes to create connections among the eliminated contestants.
In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Joan hinted at her matchmaking efforts, saying, “I’ve already made a match. I’ve tried two, one is working. And I have one that’s about to happen.” While she kept details under wraps, this little tease proves why a Golden Bachelor in Paradise needs to happen—viewers are ready for the next step!
Though Joan remains tight-lipped about specific couples, Jack Lencioni was more than willing to spill some tea on his budding romance. Recently, he shared on the Playing the Field podcast that he has been chatting with Susan Noles, and they are planning a date together. Jack romanticized their potential outing, stating, “I think it’ll be a beautiful idea. And maybe we get a beautiful restaurant, a little wine, a little dinner, maybe a little dancing. It’ll be all good.” Both contestants were known for their culinary skills, and many fans are eager to know what delicious meal they might share.
In addition, Jack is hoping to connect Susan’s friend, Kathy Swarts, with his fellow contestant Gregg Lassen. It’s heartwarming to see these relationships blossoming even after the cameras have stopped rolling.
The Golden spinoffs have done an excellent job of introducing viewers to the contestants, allowing us to get to know them on a personal level. Fans are now invested in seeing these individuals find love, which is what they originally sought from reality TV.
As we await any formal announcements regarding Golden Paradise, don’t forget to catch the conclusion of Joan Vassos’ romantic journey, airing Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and available for streaming the following day on Hulu.
