Discover Mel Owens’ journey as the next Golden Bachelor, plus Paradise updates and heartfelt stories.
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Who’s stepping into the spotlight as the next Golden Bachelor?
Mel Owens, at 66, is ABC’s fresh pick to keep Bachelor Nation shining bright.
This announcement dropped on Tuesday, April 22, and it’s got fans buzzing after Gerry Turner’s debut in 2023 and Joan Vassos’s turn last year.
What makes Mel Owens the ideal lead?
He played in the NFL, got drafted ninth overall by the LA Rams back in 1981, and later swapped the field for a law career.
Owens graduated from the University of Michigan, then settled in Orange County to fight for justice in sports injury cases.
It’s a life story full of grit and heart—he even met his first love through work, leading to marriage and two sons.
How did life throw him curveballs?
When his dad’s passing hit alongside his marriage ending, Owens doubled down on family, coaching his kids’ sports teams with everything he had.
Now, he’s ready to shift focus and chase that simple, everyday companionship he’s been missing.
According to ABC, he wants a partner for life’s little moments, like planning ahead and growing together; it’s all about finding his ultimate teammate in these golden years.
Who’s joining the fun in Bachelor in Paradise?
Hannah Brown is mixing things up this season, teaming with host Jesse Palmer and bartender Wells Adams in Costa Rica.
At 30, she’s no stranger to the drama—she sought love on The Bachelor, got engaged on her own season in 2019, but called it off amid past scandals.
These days, she’s been happily engaged to Adam Woolard since 2023, yet she’s back to bring some bubbly vibes to the rose ceremonies.
Where’s the paradise this time around?
Season 10 marks a first for the show, swapping Mexico for the lush spots of Costa Rica.
And here’s the twist: Golden contestants like Leslie Fhima and Gary Levingston are crashing the beach party with Bachelorette alums.
Expect sparks with folks like Jonathon Johnson, Hakeem Moulton, and Zoe McGrady joining in.
Why is this season a big deal?
The Golden Bachelor’s first run pulled in a whopping 10.4 million viewers across platforms, topping ABC’s unscripted hits since The Bachelor’s 2019-20 season.
No premiere date yet, but the buzz is real—will Owens’ story resonate just as much? It’s all about fresh love, second chances, and that timeless Bachelor magic.
Bachelor Nation’s golden era isn’t fading; it’s evolving, blending heartfelt tales with a dash of reality TV flair.