The Golden Bachelor's Golden Wedding: A Spectacular Event

The Wedding of Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist

The Golden Bachelor couple Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist were married on January 4 in a live television wedding, and many former contestants attended to support the happy couple. Gerry and Theresa felt an instant connection on premiere night, which was also Theresa's seventieth birthday. From their first one-on-one date, where they danced with a flash mob to Journey's 'Don't Stop Believin,'' to their meaningful hometown and Fantasy Suite dates, they share a beautiful relationship. Gerry and Theresa got engaged on The Golden Bachelor season finale and announced they're getting married as soon as possible. They plan to use the gift of a trip to Italy as their honeymoon.

Kathy Swarts from The Golden Bachelor in a promotional photo

The Golden Bachelor Golden Wedding was a beautiful event that included Gerry and Theresa's cherished families. Theresa's son, Tommy, walked her down the aisle, while her daughter, Jen, whose birthday was the same day as the wedding, was her mother's maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Theresa's daughter-in-law, Amanda, and Gerry's daughters, Angie and Jenny. Gerry's granddaughters, Payton and Charlee, served as junior bridesmaids. Gerry's best man was his son-in-law, Rob, while Theresa's son-in-law, Matt, was a groomsman. Theresa's grandsons, Dempsey, Leo, Brandon, Brody, and Braxton, were junior groomsmen, while Henry was the ringbearer. Theresa and Gerry's wedding guests also included many Golden Bachelor contestants.

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Notable Guests at the Golden Wedding

The Golden Bachelor's Golden Wedding was a star-studded event, with many former contestants in attendance. Susan Noles, who officiated the wedding, has a company, Nuptials by Noles, which offers unique modern or traditional wedding ceremonies. Kathy Swarts, who served as a 'Gold Carpet' correspondent, and Charity Lawson interviewed guests as they arrived for the Golden Wedding. Leslie Fhima, the Golden Bachelor runner-up, attended the wedding after having emergency surgery for a bowel blockage the week before. Faith Martin, who came in third-place, also attended the Golden Wedding and was known for her memorable entrance on a motorcycle. Ellen Goltzer, Sandra Mason, Joan Vassos, April Kirkwood, Nancy Hulkower, Edith Aguirre, Natascha Hardee, Anna Zalk, and Patty James were also among the notable guests at the wedding, adding to the joyous atmosphere with their presence and heartwarming stories.

The Golden Bachelor's Leslie Fhima Posing in Front of a Swimming Pool

A Heartwarming Reunion and Celebration

The Golden Bachelor's Golden Wedding brought together former contestants, each with their own unique journey on the show, to celebrate the union of Gerry and Theresa. From heartwarming reunions to unexpected surprises, the wedding was a joyous celebration of love and friendship. The presence of these remarkable women added an extra layer of happiness to the event, reaffirming the message that love knows no bounds, and friendships can endure beyond the confines of a reality TV show. The Golden Bachelor was a huge success, and the wedding proved that people can find love at any age, which is both hopeful and inspiring. The heartwarming moments and unexpected surprises at the Golden Wedding left a lasting impression on Bachelor Nation, setting the stage for the much-anticipated premiere of The Golden Bachelorette.

The Golden Bachelor's Leslie Fhima at a Rose Ceremony