Although The Golden Bachelorette is on the cusp of release for its first-ever season, a looming threat is facing Bachelor Nation. While Joan Vassos and her suitors are finished with filming, the production team is reassessing before release to try and save the season after recent errors.
The Golden Bachelorette Is Already Facing Challenges
Already the new kid on the block is getting picked on. Before The Golden Bachelorette has even aired, there is a scramble happening behind the scenes to clean up the season. Undeniably, Joan Vassos is elegant and a perfect face for the new spinoff, but Bachelor Nation is currently under fire. Unmistakably, the ending of Jenn Tran’s season of The Bachelorette has producers skating around performing damage control. Likewise, with the whiplash of the unexpected divorce between the first Golden Bachelor, Gerry Turner, and his winning lady, Theresa Nist, the franchise is a bit shaky.
Golden Bachelorette Threatened As Producers Try To Fix Errors
Bachelor Nation is getting backlash for the terrible treatment of the first Asian American lead, Jenn Tran. Not only was there a missed opportunity to spotlight Asian American culture more but Jenn had the worst men. While some were just quirky, the real issue was several of her bunch were selfish and often forgot to devote attention to her. Likewise, the season wrapped up with a daunting finale where Jenn’s heart was crushed multiple times.
Both her final picks, Devin Strader and Marcus Shoberg had doubts before the Final Rose Ceremony. When Jenn sent Marcus home it was crushing, but she needed to move on. Then, proposing to Devin was all fireworks, except for having to relive it after a phone breakup that occurred before the airing. Many Bachelor Nation fans were angry Jenn had to torturously rewatch the engagement on live TV. However, the aftermath of seeing how badly her season was handled is making some fans question if they will do right by Golden Bachelorette, Joan Vassos. In turn, producers are revisiting the footage to clean up the reputation of the franchise.
Could There Be A Misconception For The Golden Bachelorette?
Additionally, Bachelor Nation fans were split on whether they wanted to see Jenn Tran as the Bachelorette. Initially, several thought Maria Georgas or Daisy Kent would be selected.
Furthermore, although Joan Vassos was the pick, many viewers wanted Faith Martin, Leslie Fhima, or maybe Susan Noles to be the first Golden Bachelorette. With this similarity, some fans are concerned some of Joan’s suitors might have applied to the show with a different lead in mind. In like fashion, that issue came up when Sam McKinney in The Bachelorette was struggling to verbalize why he liked Jenn. However, it lends to an issue that could repeat if any of Joan’s men had a different leading lady in mind when applying.
Producers Scramble To Clean Up Image Of The Franchise
The newest spinoff of The Golden Bachelor is on deck to begin next week on September 18, 2024. Joan Vassos’ journey promises to be a refreshing look at aging gracefully. But fans are concerned Bachelor Nation might do her as dirty as they did Jenn Tran. Although the filming is over for The Golden Bachelorette, there is still time to revise the editing that may have a negative light on Joan.
Undoubtedly, the producers know that the franchise must shift to meet the viewers’ preferences to continue to draw in ratings. Without a doubt, Joan is a firecracker ready to kick off her journey to love. She wants to restore energy and appreciation for men and women dating in their Golden years. Furthermore, she believes she has the zest for life that Bachelor Nation needs. She wants to remind America that life is worth living at any age. Time will tell if the producers took care of Joan on her journey. Hopefully, fans will give the new series a chance to shine.
