With The Golden Bachelorette wrapping up as Joan Vassos found love and got engaged to Chock Chapple, fans of ABC’s senior dating shows are buzzing about what could be next for the franchise. While there’s no official confirmation yet, discussions of a potential Golden Paradise spinoff—combining the casts of The Golden Bachelor and The Golden Bachelorette—have sparked excitement among viewers and contestants alike.
Golden Stars Dreaming of Paradise
Susan Noles, a fan favorite from Gerry Turner’s season of The Golden Bachelor and officiant at his ill-fated wedding, didn’t hesitate to share her enthusiasm for a senior-themed Bachelor in Paradise. Speaking to US Weekly, Susan joked:
“We’ll be there. I love that there would be seniors my age, where I could wear a bikini because they’re not going to look any better.”
The idea of a beach getaway for seniors has sparked chatter about logistics. Nancy Hulkower, who appeared on both Gerry’s and Joan’s seasons, was quick to highlight her need for modern comforts, saying:
“We talked about it, and I said, ‘I have to have AC.’ We’ve heard about Paradise being hot and having bugs, but I need AC. … I will be wearing a bikini top and a big sarong like a mumu all day.”
Challenges of Golden Paradise
Fans of Bachelor in Paradise know that the tropical setting often comes with challenges—scorching heat, pesky bugs, and even run-ins with wildlife. Contestants like Nancy are already setting their expectations high for better accommodations. However, the playful banter about such a spinoff reflects a larger sentiment: the excitement of finding love at any age.
Kathy Swarts, another alum of Gerry’s season, championed the idea, emphasizing the inspiring message of the franchise:
“It’s finding love at any age, realizing that life is not over. Get up off the sofa, go do something. They’re not coming knocking at your door. Get up, get your energy going and find some good ones.”
A Matchmaker Among the Cast?
Joan Vassos, fresh off her engagement, has already been playing matchmaker between the two Golden casts. Interestingly, Joan pointed out that a Golden Paradise spinoff might face a unique challenge: many contestants are no longer single. The weeks following her season finale have been filled with social media posts of newfound relationships among cast members, making her wonder if there’s enough interest to fill a season.
Still, she and others are optimistic. Nancy Hulkower summed up the anticipation, saying:
“We haven’t gotten it yet, so we are all just putting it out there!”
What’s Next for Bachelor Nation?
As fans await news of a potential Golden Paradise, ABC continues to roll out new seasons of its hit franchise. The Bachelor returns with Grant Ellis’ season on January 27, offering Bachelor Nation plenty of romantic drama to tide them over. But if the buzz around Golden Paradise is any indication, there’s a strong appetite for another chapter in the Golden series.
From bikinis to air conditioning demands, the conversation around a senior-themed tropical spinoff has already captured fans’ imaginations. Whether it’s a dreamy beach setting or another fresh concept, one thing is certain: love stories in the Golden franchise continue to inspire audiences of all ages.
