{"id":2094884,"date":"2023-11-09T07:10:01","date_gmt":"2023-11-09T12:10:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-golden-bachelor-is-a-wholesome-hit-because-it-celebrates-lifes-second-act\/"},"modified":"2023-11-09T07:17:23","modified_gmt":"2023-11-09T12:17:23","slug":"the-golden-bachelor-is-a-wholesome-hit-because-it-celebrates-lifes-second-act","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-golden-bachelor-is-a-wholesome-hit-because-it-celebrates-lifes-second-act\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;The Golden Bachelor&#8217; is a popular success as it embraces life&#8217;s &#8216;second act&#8217;."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">26<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fthe-golden-bachelor-is-a-wholesome-hit-because-it-celebrates-lifes-second-act%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2094884&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p><!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\"><br \/>\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><html><body><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-content\">\n<p>Move over young singles, because &#8220;The \u2064Golden \u200dBachelor&#8221; is taking the reality TV world by storm! This groundbreaking show, a spinoff of ABC&#8217;s\u2063 long-running &#8220;Bachelor&#8221; franchise, is capturing the \u200chearts of\u2063 viewers with its unique focus on senior citizens looking for love and marriage. Forget about retirement, these golden\u200b bachelors and \u2062bachelorettes are ready to find their happily\u200d ever after, even after receiving their Social Security checks. \u200bWhile some critics argue that the show lacks diversity, it has undeniably struck a chord with a predominantly conservative, female audience who appreciate its traditional values.<\/p>\n<p>Meet \u200bGerry Turner, the tearful \u2062yet charming star of &#8220;The Golden Bachelor.&#8221;\u200c Despite mourning the loss of his first wife, Gerry has embarked on a dating journey like no other, courting two dozen women between the ages of 60 and 75. This show brings back old-school romance, gradually narrowing down the contestants to a final three. Fans of the beloved &#8220;Bachelor Nation&#8221; have \u200cbecome enamored with Gerry and the genuine desire \u200bof \u200cthese women to find love and remarry through the show.<\/p>\n<div class=\"fdrlst__b89e9-paragraph-2-long d-flex justify-content-center\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center; \" id=\"fdrlst__b89e9-1873753467\">\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-1379703300879-0\" class=\"mb-30\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fdrlst__b89e9-14f63ca95cb83ee309d006b408a93249 fdrlst__b89e9-paragraph-2\" id=\"fdrlst__b89e9-14f63ca95cb83ee309d006b408a93249\"><\/div>\n<p>As the season nears its end, don&#8217;t \u2064miss the highly anticipated &#8220;Women Tell All&#8221;\u2062 episode, airing Thursday at 8 p.m. \u2063Eastern.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Hit for\u2064 Wholesomeness<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>&#8220;The reaction is bigger than \u200danything we could have dreamed of,&#8221; revealed Robert Mills, the \u200bABC\/Disney \u2062executive in charge of the franchise, in an interview with Variety.<\/p>\n<p>This heartwarming show has been a ratings sensation, consistently dominating Thursday nights at 8 p.m. with 4.8 million viewers. \u2064The premiere episode alone attracted a staggering 11 million viewers, making it the franchise&#8217;s \u2064most-watched episode in two years.<\/p>\n<p>ABC believes that the show&#8217;s success stems from its ability to tap into the universal desire\u200c for romantic love. \u2062Mills stated, &#8220;It&#8217;s a concept that resonates with everyone. We all \u200dyearn for love, and for \u200cmany, life \u200dhas second acts.&#8221;<\/p>\n<div class=\"fdrlst__b89e9-30b8b30507f130589a0c831fa6657399 fdrlst__b89e9-paragraph-6\" id=\"fdrlst__b89e9-30b8b30507f130589a0c831fa6657399\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Addressing Aging Limits<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>ABC&#8217;s \u200ddecision to showcase the\u200b physical realities of aging on &#8220;The Golden Bachelor&#8221; has sparked intrigue. Rather than shying away\u2064 from these realities, the show embraces them \u200cas a natural part of life for its older \u200dcontestants.<\/p>\n<p>From the use of hearing aids to reading glasses, &#8220;The Golden Bachelor&#8221; doesn&#8217;t \u2063shy away from depicting common age-related issues. The women on\u200d the \u2064show are often seen wearing practical, &#8220;sensible&#8221; shoes.<\/p>\n<p>In\u2062 one\u2062 memorable scene, a contestant rightfully complained about the\u200d older women being made to stand for hours during \u200ctaping. &#8220;Guys? You have people in here\u200d 60, 70, and \u200babove. Do the rose ceremony in\u200c chairs,&#8221; urged 60-year-old Natascha Hardee. These scenes make &#8220;The Golden Bachelor&#8221; stand out in the world of reality TV, showcasing relatable frailties that are\u2064 often overlooked.<\/p>\n<div class=\"fdrlst__b89e9-8acb4721b73245acb3279bd618878d42 fdrlst__b89e9-paragraph-10\" id=\"fdrlst__b89e9-8acb4721b73245acb3279bd618878d42\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Taking Pride in Aging<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The three women finalists of &#8220;The Golden\u2063 Bachelor&#8221; exude confidence in their appearances, proving that beauty knows no age limit. While they may have received some assistance from plastic surgery, they proudly declare that they are far from\u2063 being done.\u2062 As Faith Martin, 61, confidently states while wearing\u2063 a bathing suit, &#8220;We may not\u2063 have the tightest skin or be \u2062in\u200c the best shape, but we&#8217;re far from being done.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Widow Theresa \u200dNist, 70, playfully captures Gerry&#8217;s attention by alluding to \u2062being dressed in her metaphorical &#8220;birthday \u2064suit&#8221; under her black wrap dress, \u2064reminding him of the excitement of young love.<\/p>\n<p>Leslie Fhima, a 64-year-old fitness instructor, celebrates the\u2063 show&#8217;s departure from\u2063 stereotypical views of seniors. &#8220;We are all breaking the\u200d stereotypical view of what a senior looks like \u2014 or acts like,&#8221; she proudly declares. &#8220;The women \u2064are amazing. Everybody looks really, really\u2064 good.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Target for Intersectional Beauty Critics <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While &#8220;The\u2064 Golden Bachelor&#8221; has received\u200c widespread acclaim, \u200cit hasn&#8217;t been immune to\u200b criticism. Some argue that the show&#8217;s casting of\u2064 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-golden-bachelor-is-a-wholesome-hit-because-it-celebrates-lifes-second-act\/\" title=\"'The Golden Bachelor' is a popular success as it embraces life's 'second act'.\">beautiful older\u200b individuals perpetuates\u200b superficial standards<\/a> of beauty.<\/p>\n<p>In a thought-provoking article\u2062 titled &#8220;Why &#8216;The Golden Bachelor&#8217; Terrifies Me,&#8221; The New \u2063York \u200dTimes Magazine questions the show&#8217;s \u2063emphasis on physical appearance and suggests\u2062 that contestants should represent a wider range of looks. Similarly, Cosmopolitan magazine laments\u200b the lack of body diversity among the senior contestants, calling for more\u2063 representation of different body types.<\/p>\n<p>Despite \u2064these critiques,\u200b &#8220;The Golden Bachelor&#8221;\u2063 continues to \u2063<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/sewing-choreography-makeup-princeton-launches-drag-u-to-unleash-students-inner-drag-queens\/\" title=\"Princeton introduces 'Drag U' to unleash students' inner drag queens through sewing, choreography, and makeup.\">challenge societal \u200bnorms<\/a> and provide a \u2064platform for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/watch-nbcs-today-show-some-states-with-stricter-covid-policies-experiencing-surge-while-others-that-reopened-seeing-drop\/\" title=\"WATCH: NBC\u2019s \u2018Today Show\u2019: Some States With Stricter COVID Policies Experiencing Surge While Others That Reopened Seeing Drop\">older individuals<\/a> to find love and happiness. Its \u200dsuccess \u200dis a \u2063testament to\u2063 the \u2064enduring pursuit of romantic love, even in the later years of life. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this heartwarming journey that reminds us all that it&#8217;s never \u200ctoo late for love.<\/p>\n<div class=\"fdrlst__b89e9-7d4f96cb98dbae26a394a1d99c1243fc fdrlst__b89e9-after-post-content\" id=\"fdrlst__b89e9-7d4f96cb98dbae26a394a1d99c1243fc\"><\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\">    \t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p> rnrn  <\/p>\n<h2> What lessons can viewers learn about persistence and never giving up on love from &#8220;The Golden Bachelor&#8221; contestants<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Tes, &#8220;I may\u2063 have a few wrinkles, but I&#8217;ve still \u2063got a lot of life\u200c left in me.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>This show challenges societal norms and stereotypes surrounding aging, proving that love \u200band romance are\u2063 not reserved for the young. It\u2062 empowers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/beijing-sees-worst-sandstorm-in-a-decade\/\" title=\"Beijing Sees Worst Sandstorm In A Decade\">older adults<\/a> to embrace their age and \u2064continue to pursue their dreams and desires.<\/p>\n<div class=\"fdrlst__b89e9-8acb4721b73245acb3279bd618878d42 fdrlst__b89e9-paragraph-10\" id=\"fdrlst__b89e9-830e3eb6613c1cef1ce051759633d5d6\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A \u200cPlatform for Representation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While\u2063 &#8220;The Golden Bachelor&#8221; may have received criticism for its lack of diversity, it still plays an important role in representing senior citizens in popular media. By showcasing the\u200d dating and relationship experiences of older adults, the show brings attention \u2064to the unique challenges they face in finding love\u200d and companionship \u200din their later \u200dyears.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, the show emphasizes the idea that everyone deserves a\u200c chance at love, regardless of age. It breaks down the barriers and limitations society often\u200c places \u2062on seniors, reminding us \u2062that love is a\u200d universal human experience.<\/p>\n<div class=\"fdrlst__b89e9-7e8e7ab25ed24a2b53b7afd9354dd1c1 fdrlst__b89e9-paragraph-14\" id=\"fdrlst__b89e9-7e8e7ab25ed24a2b53b7afd9354dd1c1\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Lesson in Persistence<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The journey of\u200d &#8220;The Golden Bachelor&#8221; contestants teaches us the\u2064 importance of persistence and never giving up on\u2063 love. These individuals have experienced loss and heartbreak, \u2064yet they\u200d remain open and hopeful for \u2062a second chance at love.<\/p>\n<p>Their\u2064 stories remind us\u2063 that love has no expiration \u2064date and that it is never too late to\u200b find happiness. It is a lesson that resonates with viewers of all ages, \u200binspiring them to pursue their\u2063 own desires and dreams.<\/p>\n<div class=\"fdrlst__b89e9-ebc978f78c864ce4b3046ad348262b10 fdrlst__b89e9-paragraph-17\" id=\"fdrlst__b89e9-ebc978f78c864ce4b3046ad348262b10\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Golden\u200d \u200dBachelor: Changing the Narrative<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>&#8220;The Golden Bachelor&#8221; is not\u200b just a reality TV show; it is a symbol of hope and\u2062 empowerment for senior citizens. By showcasing the romantic journeys of older adults, the show challenges ageism and brings attention to the needs, desires, and dreams of this\u200b often overlooked\u200d demographic.<\/p>\n<p>As the popularity of this heartwarming show continues \u200dto grow, it becomes clear that love\u200b has \u200dno\u2064 age limit. &#8220;The Golden\u200d Bachelor&#8221; is changing the narrative,\u200d proving that senior citizens are just as deserving of love and happiness as anyone \u200belse.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/body><\/html><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;The Golden Bachelor,&#8221; ABC&#8217;s unexpected hit reality TV show, features senior citizens pursuing love and marriage, defying societal norms. This spinoff of the long-running &#8220;Bachelor&#8221; franchise resonates with a conservative, female audience, embracing traditional values. 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