Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist, the endearing couple from ABC’s groundbreaking senior-aged spinoff, “The Golden Bachelor,” celebrated their union in a heartwarming wedding ceremony titled “The Golden Wedding.” The two-hour special event marked a significant milestone as the first-ever marriage of a couple originating from the show.
Where to Watch:
The Golden Wedding ceremony, which originally aired exclusively on ABC, is now available for streaming on popular platforms. Fans who missed the live event can catch up on ABC.com. Additionally, the special has been made accessible on Hulu and Disney+, starting January 5, 2024, allowing viewers to relive the couple’s beautiful journey.
For those without an active ABC cable connection, the ceremony is accessible through various subscription-based streaming services, including YouTube TV, AT&T TV, FuboTV, and Hulu Live TV.
The Ceremony Highlights:
The two-hour wedding special featured Gerry Turner proposing to Theresa Nist in the show’s November finale, choosing her from a pool of 21 contestants. The ceremony, officiated by contestant Susan Noles, took place at the La Quinta Resort and Club in California, creating a memorable backdrop for the couple’s nuptials.
Theresa walked down the aisle in a stunning Badgley Mischka gown, accompanied by her son Tom. The wedding party included Theresa’s grandchildren and Gerry’s family members, adding a personal touch to the joyous occasion.
During the vows exchange, Theresa promised Gerry to be his calm in a storm, to bring comfort in sadness, and to cherish the moments they have together. Gerry, deeply moved, expressed how Theresa makes him a better person and shared heartfelt sentiments about her impact on his life.
Emotional Moments:
The emotional aspect of the wedding was heightened by the fact that both Gerry and Theresa are widows who found solace and connection through shared grief on the reality TV show. Gerry, a 72-year-old retired restaurateur from Indiana, lost his wife Toni in 2017, while 70-year-old Theresa lost her husband Billy of 42 years to kidney failure.
Their love story unfolded on “The Golden Bachelor,” providing a genuine and relatable narrative that resonated with audiences. The wedding marked the ninth TV wedding in the Bachelor franchise and stands out as a unique and heartwarming chapter in the series’ history.
Gerry and Theresa’s union, filled with love, promises, and shared laughter, serves as a testament to finding companionship and joy later in life. As fans continue to celebrate this love story, “The Golden Bachelor” wedding special remains available for streaming, capturing the essence of a truly golden moment.
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