Gerry Turner's Intriguing Journey: Unveiling the Untold Chapters of his Family Life

Gerry Turner. ABC/Brian Bowen Smith

Golden Bachelor star Gerry Turner is receiving unwavering support from his family as he embarks on his quest for love on the popular ABC reality show. Gerry, who was unveiled as the inaugural Golden Bachelor in July 2023, proudly shares two daughters, Jenny and Angie, with his beloved late wife, Toni.

Gerry and Toni were married in 1972 and cherished "43 amazing years together," which were filled with love and excitement," he expressed in a teaser for Golden Bachelor in August 2023. "We were blessed with two daughters and now I am a proud grandfather to two incredible granddaughters."

Gerry elaborated that they purchased their dream home in 2017, but unfortunately, Toni fell ill and unexpectedly passed away.

When it comes to his stint as the first-ever Golden Bachelor lead, Gerry said that his wife would be “very pleased” and “very happy” with the show.

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"I keep a photograph of her in my walk-in closet, so every evening when I am there, her image catches my eye," he revealed during the "Bachelor Happy Hour" podcast in July 2023. "It is currently the only photograph I have in the house, and in the mornings, I find solace in seeing her picture and engaging in conversation with her."

During his rapid ascent to stardom, Gerry confided that he has sought the opinion of his deceased wife, asking, "What are your thoughts on all of this? Am I making the right choices?... And I am sincerely filled with a strong sense of positivity regarding it all."

Keep scrolling to learn more about Gerry’s family:

Gerry’s Late Wife Toni

Gerry and Toni, a couple who were in a romantic relationship during high school, relocated from Iowa to Indiana shortly before Toni's untimely passing in 2017.

In a video shared by ABC in August 2023, Gerry remembered their heartbreaking experience. He explained, "We visited the emergency room where we discovered that she had a bacterial infection that affected her kidneys and spread to her liver. Sadly, on July 15, my wife passed away, just eight days after we had sought medical help. Whenever I gaze at the lake outside my residence, I cannot help but think, 'This was her aspiration, her rightful desire. Why am I now standing here all alone?'"

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ABC/Brian Bowen Smith

Gerry and Toni, who had a long marriage, happily introduced their two daughters, Jenny and Angie.

Angie enthusiastically expressed in a teaser for Golden Bachelor, "My father is an incredibly enjoyable person. He is amiable and affectionate. He possesses kindness and has a lot to offer, deserving to find that in another person."

In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, Gerry acknowledged that his daughters and granddaughters expressed concerns about him being overly affectionate with everyone on the first night. However, he reassured them by stating that he had no intention of kissing anyone on the first night, and possibly not even later on. Nevertheless, he openly admitted that he failed to keep his word on the very first night, but he holds no regrets about it.

Gerry’s 2 Daughters

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Gerry’s 2 Granddaughters

Gerry's granddaughters, Payton and Charlee, have been eagerly and joyfully embracing the attention. According to Gerry's interview with Variety in August 2023, his family has been warmly welcoming guests to their home, specifically selecting those friends who are avid fans of the show.

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