Theresa Nist has found her perfect match in Gerry Turner. But what about his former rival from the acclaimed reality show, Golden Bachelor? Find out the exciting details of their upcoming wedding, known as the Golden Wedding.
Gerry Turner, who had been happily married to his beloved high school sweetheart for more than four decades, suffered a devastating loss when his wife Toni unexpectedly passed away in 2017 due to a brief illness.
However, the 72-year-old widower has been given a second chance at love. In an unprecedented move, ABC announced in early 2023 that Gerry would become the first-ever Golden Bachelor in the franchise’s history. The unique dating show specifically targeted individuals between the ages of 60 and 75, introducing a fresh perspective on senior dating.
Now, as Gerry and Theresa prepare for their upcoming wedding, many are wondering if Gerry’s former rival from the Golden Bachelor show will be among the guests. The Golden Wedding promises to be a joyous occasion, celebrating the newfound love and happiness in Gerry and Theresa’s lives.
On September 28, the spinoff’s first season made its debut, bringing weeks filled with heartfelt rose ceremonies. In the end, Gerry Turner had to make a difficult decision between two remarkable women: Theresa Nist, aged 70, and Leslie Fhima, aged 64.
During the captivating season finale on November 30, Turner finally proposed to Nist, marking the beginning of their journey together. With the finale’s airing, they could finally showcase their love for each other and make their romance public. And just when fans thought there were no more surprises in store, the couple delighted everyone by revealing their wedding date: January 4.
Initially, Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist were not keen on having their wedding televised. However, they ultimately had a change of heart. Now, their decision will be broadcasted in a special event called the “Golden Wedding,” set to air on ABC at 8 PM on Thursday, January 4, 2024.
Amidst the excitement of their upcoming TV wedding, fans wonder if Leslie Fhima, Turner’s rival on the show, received an invitation to the ceremony. Regardless, the couple has a tremendous task ahead as they work closely with producers to plan their wedding in record time.
Actually, the groom hasn’t had the chance to meet her brother yet. But don’t worry, Turner and Nist’s families will both be attending the wedding. So who else is lucky enough to score an invitation?
There’s been speculation about whether Theresa Nist will invite her famous rival from the Golden Bachelor to the wedding. To shed some light on the matter, Jen Woolston, Theresa’s daughter, spoke openly to Life Style magazine. Not only did she address the rumors of plastic surgery surrounding her mother, but she also revealed some exclusive details about the guest list for the Golden Wedding. Just to clarify, Theresa Nist has a son in addition to her daughter.
The dynamic between Nist and Swarts during the season was full of drama due to their growing bond with Gerry Turner. However, Nist’s daughter has recently disclosed that they have resolved their issues and are now friends. As a sign of their improved relationship, Swarts not only plans to attend the wedding but also accompanied Nist and her daughter in the search for the perfect wedding dress.
Now the question remains: what about Leslie Fhima? Nist had previously expressed her intention to invite Fhima, along with several other contestants from the Golden Bachelor competition, to the wedding. However, Fhima has yet to confirm whether or not she will be present on the big day.
Do you think it is commendable that Theresa Nist has decided to let bygones be bygones with Kathy Swarts and extend an invitation to her for the wedding?
