Kaitlyn Bristowe, former Bachelorette and host of Love to See It With Emma and Claire podcast, has weighed in on The Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos’ journey, sharing her top picks for Joan’s final rose. During an October 10, 2024, appearance on the podcast, Kaitlyn revealed that she was particularly impressed by the chemistry between Joan and two of her suitors: Pascal and Chock.
“I saw the most chemistry with Pascal and Chock,” Kaitlyn, 39, said. “With Chock, it’s undeniable, both on and off camera. I just think they’re so sweet together.”
Kaitlyn, who made a cameo on The Golden Bachelorette during the October 9, 2024, episode, hosted a memorable “strip-tease” group date to benefit Stand Up for Cancer. Watching Joan interact with her suitors, Kaitlyn paid close attention to the moments of connection between Joan and her men, both on stage and behind the scenes. “I was so dialed in,” Kaitlyn said, noting that she was keen to observe the men’s behavior when the cameras weren’t rolling. She wanted to see if they were genuinely themselves or putting on a show for the cameras.
While Chock clearly stood out as a frontrunner, Kaitlyn also recognized a strong, albeit different, bond between Joan and Gary. However, she observed that Joan and Gary’s connection felt more platonic. “They loved each other,” Kaitlyn said, “but I felt like it was more of a friendship.”
Joan’s connection with Chock has been one of the highlights of the season. From their first one-on-one date at Disneyland to intimate moments throughout the season, viewers have watched as their relationship blossomed. During the strip-tease date, Joan opened up to Chock, telling him, “I really missed you a lot since I hadn’t seen you in a while, and I need to see more of you. I do believe that there could be a future with us.”
However, as the date drew to a close, Chock shared some difficult news. After the passing of his mother, he had to leave to be with his family. Chock had previously revealed during the premiere that his mom was battling stage-four cancer. Despite this setback, Chock made it clear that he wasn’t ready to say goodbye to Joan just yet, returning to the mansion and telling viewers, “There was no way I was not coming back for Joan.”
As Joan continues to navigate her journey, Kaitlyn’s observations add fuel to the speculation about which suitor will win her heart. With strong chemistry, heartfelt moments, and a deep emotional connection, it’s clear that Joan’s love story is far from over.
