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Contains spoilers for The Golden Bachelorette!!
The Golden franchise is taking things to the next level this year. While Gerry Turner’s heartwarming journey on The Golden Bachelor captured many hearts last year, his romance with Theresa Nist, unfortunately, lasted just 100 days. Now, all eyes are on Joan Vassos, a spirited 61-year-old grandmother of three, as she embarks on her own quest for love on The Golden Bachelorette, with 24 eager suitors by her side.
Joan Vassos in The Golden Bachelorette Credits: ABCWith “Kelsey’s hot dad” previously making waves on television, Mark Anderson’s debut at the premiere certainly added some spice! However, things don’t seem to be looking good for him. Here’s why many thought he and Vassos would end up together!
Why Joan Vassos and Mark Anderson Would Have Been a Perfect Match!
The Golden Bachelorette opens with Kelsey Anderson introducing her father, Mark Anderson, to Joan Vassos. Sparks fly as Vassos lights up with excitement at meeting the rather handsome fellow widower. However, Reality Steve reveals that Anderson won’t make it to her final suitors (which we are going to discuss in a bit).
Given the first impressions and what people already knew about them, many thought Joan Vassos and Mark Anderson would make a great couple. The show does dive into the Golden Bachelorette’s past, highlighting her 33-year marriage to her husband, John Vassos, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and passed away shortly after.
Joan Vassos and Mark Anderson in The Golden Bachelorette, Credit: ABCOn the other hand, Mark Anderson’s wife, Denise Anderson, tragically lost her battle with breast cancer in 2018. She discovered she had Stage 4 breast cancer in 2011.
As widowers and single parents who both lost their spouses to cancer, the two seemed destined to connect. Furthermore, Vassos pointed out that people can’t help but be drawn to Anderson from the moment they meet him. In an adorable confession, he admitted he craved warmth and brightness in his life.
Meanwhile, Vassos was on the hunt for someone who would make her feel truly special and loved. With their shared desire for connection and affection, it’s clear they could have been the ultimate power couple! However, it appears that their shared experiences weren’t quite enough to forge a lasting bond.
Who Are Joan Vassos’s Final Picks on The Golden Bachelorette?
To get to the bottom of that question, fans will have to trust the inside scoop from Reality Steve. Joan Vassos, who gracefully bowed out in 12th place on The Golden Bachelor with Gerry Turner, was announced as the first Golden Bachelorette in May 2024, just two months after ABC greenlit the new series. Filming for this season thus kicked off in late June 2024 and wrapped up in early August, spanning about a month and a half.
In an interview with TV Insider before the premiere, Vassos revealed she was pleased with how her season wrapped up. According to the Reality Steve scoop, her final four suitors who received Hometown Dates included Jordan Heller, Chock Chapple, Pascal Ibgui, and Guy Gansert. Yes, no signs of Anderson indeed!
Mark Anderson in The Golden Bachelorette Credits: ABCBut “Kelsey’s hot dad” fan club shouldn’t feel disheartened just yet, as there’s a very real chance he could get his own season soon. Although he didn’t win Vassos’s heart on The Golden Bachelorette season 1, he might find himself in the spotlight as the lead for The Golden Bachelor season 2. As a fan favorite, audiences would be thrilled to welcome him as the next star of the spin-off.
Catch The Golden Bachelorette every Wednesday on ABC
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