The Golden Bachelor star Gerry Turner worked hard to become the first lead of the franchise’s most successful spin-off, but I’m certain he’s a womanizer who played his ex Theresa Nist. Throughout The Golden Bachelor season 1, Gerry was introduced as the lovable grandfather who had sadly been widowed, hopeful he’d be able to find love in his second act. Though Gerry was a major part of the story, the women of his cast became integral pieces of the puzzle. A variety of women from all walks of life, the cast was made up of some wonderful women for Gerry.

As The Golden Bachelor season 1 got started, the cast was introduced to Gerry and he was given the opportunity to get to know each of his contestants individually. While there wasn’t a ton of time for him to find out everything about each woman, Gerry did well with the little time he had and worked to see who would be the right fit for his lifestyle. Though Gerry likely had the ability to get to know more about each woman, it was clear that he had something else in mind as he moved through The Golden Bachelor season 1.

Gerry Was Happy To Date Dozens Of Women On The Golden Bachelor

He Was Able To Meet Many Women At Once

While Gerry had been in an incredibly long-term serious relationship in his younger years, the 40 years he spent with his wife wasn’t the model for his time as The Golden Bachelor. His behavior on the show was overwhelming to watch for some, especially after Gerry commented that he hadn’t dated after his wife passed. Being presented with so many women, some would’ve assumed that Gerry would have a problem dating so many people at once. Instead, Gerry enjoyed the process, getting to know several women and narrowing his choices. Gerry was able to date dozens of women without criticism.

Gerry’s Life After His Wife’s Passing Included Multiple Relationships

He Lied About His Past Relationships

During The Golden Bachelor season 1, Gerry was open about the fact that he hadn’t dated since his wife Toni Turner had passed a few years prior. This was one of the main reasons he wanted to become the lead of the new spin-off, as he felt like he didn’t have much experience in the dating world after having been on his own for so long. When it was revealed that Gerry had, in fact, been in a relationship after his wife passed, Bachelor Nation was scandalized. Gerry’s past came back to haunt him, causing issues in his new relationship.

Gerry Was Ready To Move On Quickly After Divorce

He Wants To Move On Post-Theresa

After Gerry and Theresa got together in the final episode of The Golden Bachelor, they announced they’d be getting married just a month later. The couple’s wedding, hosted by Bachelor Nation alumni, was a major spectacle, but they revealed they’d be getting divorced just a month later. While Gerry was interested in getting married, it was clear the attention he was getting from being The Golden Bachelor was far more substantial than he’d first expected. I believe that he’s been a womanizer from the beginning, looking to date however many women he possibly can on The Golden Bachelor and beyond.