Susan Noles Shares Encouraging Words Amid Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist's Separation

‘Golden Bachelor’ Star Susan Noles Reacts to Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist Split: ‘Stay Positive’

Theresa Nist, Gerry Turner and Susan Noles on ‘The Golden Bachelor.’ Disney/John Fleenor

Golden Bachelor star Susan Noles shared her thoughts on Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist’s unexpected divorce announcement, mentioning that "they have their reasons, I’m sure.”

In a joint Instagram video posted on Friday, April 12, Noles, 67, along with fellow cast member Kathy Swarts, encouraged fans not to lose hope in finding love on a show like theirs. She expressed her belief that there are many people still in love and emphasized that she truly believes Gerry and Theresa fell in love.

Susan, who officiated the former couple's wedding, mentioned that "They have their reasons, I'm sure." She encouraged everyone to be supportive, stay positive, and wish them all the best.

In an earlier part of the video, Kathy, 70, expressed her sadness over the situation. She asked people to be kind and reminded everyone that these are their friends. Despite the love not working out, she emphasized that they are great people and their hearts are breaking for them.

When Gerry, 72, and Theresa, 70, confirmed their plans to divorce, the news left fans reeling.

“I wish them all the very best,” Noles wrote in the comments of We’s post about the split.

‘Golden Bachelor’ Star Susan Noles Reacts to Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist Split: ‘Stay Positive’

Theresa Nist, Susan Noles and Gerry Turner on ‘The Golden Wedding.’ Disney/Eric McCandless

Another fan expressed less sympathy, commenting, "This show should be canceled already."

The split of the estranged couple was first revealed on Good Morning America. Gerry shared, "Theresa and I have had many heartfelt conversations and we have carefully examined our situation - where we live. We both agree that it's time to end our marriage. It's best for both of us to live separately and be close to our families for our happiness."

Theresa explained that Gerry's dating history did not play a role in their breakup. "Gerry had already talked to me about it," Theresa shared. "He had explained everything to me before the news came out, so we were both okay with it."

The couple initially crossed paths on the popular ABC spinoff series in season 1, eventually getting engaged in the season finale that aired in September 2023. They exchanged vows in a televised ceremony held in January, just four months after their engagement.

Recently, TMZ shared news that Theresa and the retired restaurateur were no longer residing together. Following this, a source revealed to Us that they were navigating a long-distance marriage. The question posed was which cities or states were they dividing their time between?

Despite never having lived together, Gerry and Teresa had talked about their dream of having a shared home in the future.

Gerry shared with People in December 2023 how fate seemed to play a role in their decision. He had been considering moving to South Carolina for a while, and when Theresa mentioned that her son lived near Charleston, it felt like a sign. Suddenly, the challenge of deciding where to live and how to blend their families was no longer a problem.

Editor's P/S:

The unexpected divorce announcement from "The Golden Bachelor" stars Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist has sparked both intrigue and disappointment among fans. Despite their public display of affection on the show, it seems the challenges of a long-distance marriage and blending families proved insurmountable. Cast member Susan Noles expressed her understanding, stating that the couple likely had their own reasons for separating. She urged viewers to be supportive and to remember that Gerry and Theresa remain great people despite the end of their marriage.

The news also raises questions about the longevity of relationships